Wayang Wayang: Cantonese Opera 2

11/04/1998
Record Date
09/11/1998
Broadcast/Release Date
00:54:58
Recorded Duration
Cantonese
Recording Language
2007003623
Accession No.
Sound
Type
10 inch Open Reel Audiotape
Format
Access permitted
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Synopsis :

This recording is of a programme on traditional Asian arts called Wayang Wayang, and this episode features the Cantonese Opera. In this second part, guest Ms Joanna Wong, talks about the development of this art in Hong Kong, changes in the major roles of Cantonese opera plays, importance of playwrights and songs, costumes and make up and the difference between Cantonese and Peking opera.