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Opera, Society, and Politics in Modern China (Harvard-Yenching Institute Monograph Series)
Full title: | Opera, Society, and Politics in Modern China (Harvard-Yenching Institute Monograph Series) |
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ISBN: | 9780674987166 |
ISBN 10: | 0674987160 |
Authors: | Li, Hsiao-t’i |
Publisher: | Harvard University Asia Center |
Edition: | Illustrated |
Num. pages: | 376 |
Binding: | Hardcover |
Language: | en |
Published on: | 2019 |
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Synopsis
Explores The Themes Of Opera, City, And Space In The Context Of The Extensive Theatrical Reform Movement That Took Place In China In The Twentieth Century. Illustrates The Politicization Of Chinese Opera To Understand The Implications Of Modern Theater Experiences And Its Changing Features--provided By Publisher. Looking Back At History In Late Imperial China -- Changing Discourses On China's Popular Drama: 1900s To Early 1930s -- The Reformation Of Beijing Opera In Shanghai -- Reformed Opera Performances On The Shanghai Stage -- Reformed Opera In Xi'an -- Politicization And Radicalization. Hsiao-t'i Li. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.