What is Cantonese Opera?
Where is Cantonese Opera most popular ?
What makes it special?
Why is it a national treasure?
Cantonese Opera is a traditional performance in southern China.It is performed in Cantonese. In 2006, it was recognised as an important cultural heritage in China. In 2009, it was listed by UNESCO as a global cultural treasure.
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Cantonese Opera is a popular type of opera in the Greater Bay Area which includes Guangdong,Hong Kong and Macau. It has been around since the 16th century for over 300 years, when Emperor Jiajing was in power.
Stories often include themes of values, family goodness, love and loyalty, and justice.
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