Expert Interview from the Tang Xianzu Academic Symposium (No. 12) | Li Ying: Fuzhou and Jinxi Opera Should Advance in Tandem; Inheriting and Unearthing Their Heritage Is Our Sacred Duty

From November 11 to 12, the 2022 China (Fuzhou) Tang Xianzu Academic Symposium was held in our city. Li Ying, an editor of the Tianjin-based magazine “Jinmen Qu Tan,” granted an exclusive interview to a reporter.

“December 4” National Constitution Day | In 2022, it marked the 40th anniversary of the promulgation and implementation of China’s current Constitution.

Cultural Relics Collection | Notice on the Collection of Cultural Relics for the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City

Ming‑dynasty dramatist Tang Xianzu is one of the hundred cultural luminaries recognized by UNESCO and a world‑renowned cultural giant, celebrated for his contributions to the promotion of theatrical culture and the preservation of Chinese civilization. To present to the public, from every angle and in all its facets, Tang Xianzu’s illustrious life and artistic achievements, the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City hereby issues an open call for the collection of items related to Tang Xianzu, as well as for leads on such materials. We earnestly appeal to all sectors of society for their generous support. Details are announced as follows: I. Scope of Collection: 1. Works: Tang Xianzu’s celebrated dramatic masterpieces—the “Four Dreams of Linchuan” (a collective term encompassing “The Peony Pavilion,” “The Story of the Purple Hairpin,” “The Dream of the South,” and “The Dream of Handan”)—as well as his early work, “The Purple Flute.”

Notice | Adjustment to the Verification Hours for Nucleic Acid Test Certificates at the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou City

Notice Dear Visitors: In accordance with the latest requirements issued by the Fuzhou City COVID‑19 Prevention and Control Command, effective December 2, 2022, all visitors entering the Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall in Fuzhou must wear masks and comply with the “Four Checks and One Mask” prevention measures. Upon entry, visitors are required to scan the venue code, have their temperature checked, present their health code and travel itinerary code, and provide proof of a negative nucleic acid test result within 48 hours before being admitted. Tang Xianzu Memorial Hall, Fuzhou City December 2, 2022 Visitor Guidelines Individual Visits: [1] During the epidemic prevention period, visitors must present valid identification, such as an ID card, and use the “Gan Code Pass” for verification upon entry. [2] Prior to entering, visitors must undergo a temperature check; if any body…

Expert Interview from the Tang Xianzu Academic Symposium (No. 9) | Xu Aizhu: Let the Tang Xianzu Cultural Brand Resonate Across the World

“It is a great honor to have participated in every session of the Tang Xianzu Academic Symposium. In recent years, Fuzhou has achieved remarkable results in advancing the development of theatrical culture and in the study of Tang Xianzu’s legacy,” said Xu Aizhu, a professor at the School of Humanities of East China Jiaotong University, in an exclusive interview with a reporter on November 11 during the 2022 China (Fuzhou) Tang Xianzu Academic Symposium.

Expert Interview from the Tang Xianzu Academic Symposium (V) | Huang Jianrong: Promoting Tang Xianzu’s Cultural Legacy to Drive Economic Development

“The Fuzhou Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government’s hosting of the Tang Xianzu Academic Symposium will enable more people to learn about Fuzhou, helping the city gain national and international recognition. At the same time, it plays a crucial role in enhancing the sense of pride and identity among Fuzhou residents, attracting investment and talent, developing tourism, accelerating economic growth, and elevating the city’s standing,” said Professor Huang Jianrong of East China University of Technology on November 11, following his participation in the 2022 China (Fuzhou) Tang Xianzu Academic Symposium.