On the evening of October 12th, the Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Center was packed for the performance of the refreshed Cantonese opera "White Snake." This performance was a highlight of the 15th-anniversary celebrations of Cantonese opera's designation as an intangible cultural heritage, offering a dazzling display of Lingnan culture that delighted the Beijing audience and sparked a new wave of enthusiasm for Cantonese opera. Over the past ten years, this opera, which resonates with younger audiences, has become a beloved classic, performing almost 300 times in more than 50 cities across the globe, including Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan regions.

Photo from "White Snake"

The story of the White Snake is a timeless classic on the opera stage, with the tale of Bai Suzhen's love story enduring through the ages and embodying the East's romantic aspiration for love that transcends time and space.

Zeng Xiaomin (left) as Bai Suzhen, Wen Ruqing (right) as Xu Xian

On stage, Zeng Xiaomin's portrayal of Bai Suzhen is that of a modern and empowered woman who dares in action and emotion. Her performance not only moved the audience with the depth of her emotions but also showcased her exceptional martial arts skills. From sword fights to acrobatics on a wire, and the dazzling "spear-kicking" technique, Zeng Xiaomin pushed the boundaries of traditional opera combat, using her water sleeves to battle eighteen Arhats single-handedly, winning the audience's admiration with her performance.

The October 12th show attracted audiences from Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, and beyond, along with students from universities in Beijing, local residents, and devoted fans who had traveled far to catch a glimpse of the renowned performers. "White Snake" was praised for its freshness and the different surprises it offers with each viewing.

"Although I am not familiar with Cantonese opera, I was still attracted by its unique rhythm and tempo. The atmospheric music was perfectly aligned with the narrative and the characters' emotions, making the entire show incredibly captivating," said Mr. Chen from Singapore.

Many opera fans come to watch the performance

Source :Lingnan on the Cloud

十年巡演近300场！《白蛇传·情》在京再掀粤剧热潮

10月12日晚，新编粤剧《白蛇传·情》在北京天桥剧场上演，现场几乎座无虚席。作为粤剧“申遗”十五周年系列活动展演之一，这场岭南文化盛宴惊艳了京城观众，再掀粤剧热潮。转眼十年，这部拥抱年轻人的粤剧已成为巡演近300场的口碑之作，走过了50多个国内外城市和港澳台地区。

在戏曲舞台上，白蛇传的故事称得上永不落伍的题材。白娘子的故事千古流传，仙凡相爱的传说寄托了东方文化对爱情海枯石烂、天荒地老的美好向往。

舞台上，曾小敏饰演的白素贞是一个很有现代感的女性，她敢作敢为、敢爱敢恨。除了以“情”动人，曾小敏还展示了身手不凡的武功技巧——持剑对打、孤身吊索、让人眼花缭乱的“踢枪”，甚至以长水袖为“武器”，突破戏曲武打套路，以一对水袖单挑十八罗汉，赢得了满堂喝彩。

10月12日演出当晚，有来自新加坡、马来西亚、墨西哥等世界各地的观众，有北京各大高校的学子和市民，还有许多专门为追名角远道而来的资深戏迷。对于《白蛇传·情》，大家纷纷表示“常看常新，每次都有不一样的惊喜！”

“虽然我不熟悉粤剧，但依然被它独特的韵律和节奏所吸引。气氛音乐也很巧妙，与剧情的发展和人物的情感相得益彰，使得整场表演极具吸引力。”来自新加坡的陈先生说。

文 |记者 黄宙辉 通讯员 林楷虹

图 | 广东粤剧院提供

译 | 史洋溢

英文审校 | 林佳岱