Seminars on the History of Cantonese Opera (in Cantonese)
Objective: To promote the traditional arts of Lingnan: Cantonese Opera
To explain the historical stories, characters, poems and idioms in the songs.
Presented by famous Cantonese Opera playwright and composer: Ms Yuen Mei.
Contents include:
The origin of Cantonese Opera, types of Cantonese Opera, themes, evolution of Cantonese Opera, the value and status of Cantonese Opera in Chinese society, the writing career and journey of playwrights.
Dates: Starting from April 12, the seminars will be held on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month (May 24 will be postponed to May 31 due to the concert), for a total of 6 times.
Venue: The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto (5183 Sheppard Avenue East)