Hit TV drama triggers revival of traditional Qinqiang Opera
A popular Chinese television drama produced by Zhang Yimou has sparked a nationwide resurgence in interest for the traditional Qinqiang Opera. The show's success has led to increased ticket sales and a younger audience demographic for the 600-year-old art form.
Why it matters
It demonstrates the power of modern media to revitalize endangered cultural heritage and traditional arts.
A hit television drama, the executive producer of which is legendary filmmaker Zhang Yimou, has smashed all prime-time ratings records and triggered a nationwide revival of Qinqiang, a 600-year-old Chinese opera form that was once teetering on the brink of obscurity.
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