Classical Dramas and Theaters in Beijing

Description

Classical Dramas and Theaters in Beijing

北京的古典戏曲与戏楼

Author: Wang Jue

Order No. 3508

ISBN-13: 9787200062199

ISBN-10: 7200062197

Binding: Paperback

Publisher: Beijing Publishing House

Pub Year: 2006

Language: Simplified Chinese-English

Size: 10.25 x 10

Page: 107

Price: $39.95

Theaters and classical dramas are part of the numerous historical and cultural relics in Beijing, and they are indispensable representative treasures of Chinese culture. This book introduces the theaters and classical dramas in Beijing in the format of picture album with explanations in Chinese and English. It focuses on the palace theaters and other kinds of theaters such as teahouse theaters, stage of Wangfu garden, and guildhall theaters, etc.

The classic dramas are introduced from their origins, genres and characteristics. The involved dramas are: Kunqu opera, Beijing opera, Hebei Bangzi and Pingju opera.

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