Life丨Peking Opera show puts musical tale center stage

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Stepping into Huguang Huiguan, or Huguang Guild Hall in Beijing, people who come to watch a resident musical may find the venue a heart of tradition and innovation. It comes alive with  Jinfeng Yulu , or Till We Meet Again , a musical that blends well the timeless artistry of Peking Opera with the emotive power of music. Opened at the hall on Dec 23, it will run as a resident show in 2025.Set against the historical backdrop of the 1910s to 1949, it tells the story of Chunmingshe, a Peking Opera troupe stationed at the guild hall that unexpectedly becomes embroiled in a murder mystery. The troupe's owner-master, Lai Xifu, is arrested as the prime suspect. ▲ Featuring elements of Peking Opera, Chinese musical,  Jinfeng Yulu , or Till We Meet Again , is being staged as a resident show at the Huguang Guild Hall in Beijing. Photo provided to China Daily As the troupe faces operational difficulties and struggles for survival, the leading Peking Opera actor, Jin Sheng, who specializes ………………………………