Performing arts
Kunqu Opera depicts a grand female epic of the Tang Dynasty
Updated: Apr 2, 2026
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Kunqu opera Age of Splendour reimagines the Tang Dynasty (618-907) through a dual-heroine lens, blending classical themes with modern expression. Spanning 35 years and three reigns, it portrays legendary figures such as Empress Wu Zetian (624-705), Princess Taiping and Shangguan Wan'er (664-710), exploring power, loyalty, love and resilience. It is a poetic reflection on youth rising against the tide of history.
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