Peking Opera actress to perform at Meet in Beijing Arts Festival
Updated: 2015-05-11 07:33
By Chen Nan(China Daily)
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The Jewelry Pouch, performed by Zhang Huoding. [Photo provided to China Daily] |
"In 1930, Mei Lanfang (1894-1961) brought Peking Opera to the United States for the first time and his art surpassed the language and cultural obstacles. I believe Zhang will carry on the legacy by displaying the charm of Peking Opera to American audiences," says Fu Jin, a professor at the National Academy of Chinese Theater Arts, a top institution for traditional Chinese performing arts.
"When you go to Zhang's shows, you can feel the warm atmosphere of the audience, which reminds you of the golden era of Peking Opera," Fu says.
Wearing a navy blue blazer and a short, tidy hairstyle, 44-year-old Zhang recently participated in a media event for the festival at the National Academy of Chinese Theater Arts.
Despite her fame, she has led a simple life and has never used social media platforms such as WeChat and micro blog.
She spends most of her time with her students and taking care of her 3-year-old daughter.
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