Non-heritage Knowledge: Cantonese Opera is known as the "Great Opera of Guangdong".

Cantonese Opera, also known as Canton Opera and Guangdong Opera, is a traditional opera art form in Guangdong. It is sung in Cantonese and is full of rich Lingnan characteristics. Cantonese Opera is not only a performing art, but also a cultural heritage and display.

The charm of Cantonese opera lies not only in its singing and performance techniques, but also in its extensive absorption of local art forms such as Cantonese music, Canton embroidery, tooth carving, ceramics, and gray molding. The fusion of these elements makes Cantonese opera more colorful and allows people to enjoy it while feeling the unique charm of Guangdong.

Cantonese Opera is not only a form of entertainment, but also an embodiment of the regional cultural traditions of the Canton Folk Group. It carries the emotions and memories of the Guangfu people and records their life and history. Through the performance of Cantonese opera, people can learn about the wisdom and hard work of the Guangfu people, and feel their love and dedication to their hometown.

Famous pieces of Cantonese Opera

The Emperor's Daughter's Flower: This is one of the most famous pieces of Cantonese Opera, which tells the love story of Princess Changping, the daughter of the last emperor of the Ming Dynasty, and Zhou Shixian, the emperor's extra horse harnessed by the side of a team. This opera is widely loved by the audience for its deep emotions and plot twists.

The Tale of the Purple Hairpin: Adapted by Tang Tesheng from Tang Xianzu's The Tale of the Purple Hairpin in the Ming Dynasty, the play tells the love story of Huo Xiaoyu and Li Yi. With its beautiful singing and musicality, this play is a favorite among audiences.

The Story of the Western Wing: Based on the Yuan Dynasty Wang Shifu's The Story of the Western Wing, it tells the love story of Zhang Sheng and Cui Yingying. With its superb performing art and musicality, this play is regarded as a classic in the history of Cantonese opera.

The Swallow's Paper: Based on the Journey to the West by Wu Cheng'en in the Ming Dynasty, this play tells the story of the Monkey King and the fairies of the Heavenly Palace. The performance of this play is rich and varied and has high artistic value.