How the Drama Association breaks through

Panda City.

Panda Chinese Opera Theater.

What was held here today was the touring performance of various Chinese opera genres from Great Xia Country.

However, the actual number of audience members was less than expected.

There were even more Chinese Opera Association members than audience members, which was truly a great irony.

When the young man Zhang Jun sang:

"Strive for a good future, don't worry about us old folks," everyone shouted "Bravo!"

Young in age, but extraordinary in skill.

After Zhang Jun finished singing, the host asked, "You look very young, how old are you?"

"28."

28 is indeed considered young for a Chinese opera actor.

The host asked a few more questions, and then began to introduce Zhang Jun.

"Actually, I've had some words suppressed in my heart for a long time, especially after learning about Zhang Jun's experience. I have to stand up and say a few words for him."

"Zhang Jun, five years ago, participated in a major competition, and it was at that time that he was taken in by the provincial troupe. Since then, he has been living in the unit's dormitory."

"His wife and twin children are at home, so Zhang Jun goes home every ten days or half a month."

"But what I want to say is, it's been five years, and he is still a temporary worker. His salary is only 1500! I really can't imagine how 1500 can support two children and a family?"

"So, in addition to performing, Zhang Jun also works as a ride-hailing driver.

His wife has joked with him several times, 'Let's get a divorce.'"

When he said this, Zhang Jun's eyes were already misty.

The host did not stop, and continued, "When chatting privately, I once asked Zhang Jun if there would be a day when he would suddenly leave this stage?"

"Zhang Jun was stunned for a moment, then nodded. He said that he had indeed had such thoughts more than once."

After a pause, the camera showed Zhang Jun's expression, and then returned to the host.

"I think every troupe leader should treat such good young actors kindly.

We keep saying the future of Chinese opera is in the youth, in the youth, what's the use of just shouting slogans?

If Chinese opera doesn't reform, how can we talk about the future!"

The host's words were deafening, causing many people to lower their heads.

Reality is just like this; Chinese opera has been on the decline, which everyone can see.

The Chairman of the Chinese Opera Association, President Jiang, finally couldn't sit still. He walked onto the stage.

His hair was half-white, but his eyes were sharp, because he no longer intended to save face for everyone today.

"While the inheritors of various genres are here, today, we will take up the host's words and talk about the future of Chinese opera.

Before we talk about this, let Professor Wang show everyone a set of data."

This Professor Wang was none other than Leap's Teacher, Professor Wang Heng.

He is not only a producer but also a member of the Chinese Opera Association.

Professor Wang Heng walked onto the stage, turned on the display, and showed his PPT:

"Let's look at this first. According to statistics, in 1959, Great Xia Country had a total of 368 Chinese opera genres.

Isn't that quite a lot?

Indeed, before I checked, I didn't know there were so many genres."

Turned to the next page:

"Now look at the statistics from 2012, only 286 remain.

In 53 years, 82 genres were lost, and this speed is gradually accelerating.

The most undeniable factor causing this series of consequences is the environmental factor.

The rise of various entertainments like mobile phones, movies, short videos, and games, while Chinese opera is more like a twilight old man; indeed, fewer and fewer people like it.

But it's not as absolute as everyone imagines.

At the very least, not all young people dislike it.

For example, a song that incorporated Chinese opera elements a few years ago was deeply loved by young people, and many naturally felt that this was the essence of the nation.

This shows that Chinese opera is not as bad as imagined. As long as the method is right, it can be saved!"

Professor Wang Heng stopped here and yielded the position to President Jiang.

"Thank you, Professor Wang, for your research!"

"Next, what I want to talk about is how to revitalize Chinese opera.

Revitalizing Chinese opera truly isn't achieved by shouting.

If artists like Zhang Jun are not protected and are not given basic survival, then who can we expect to perform well?

You keep talking about Plum Blossom Awards, Culture Awards, spending millions, tens of millions, how much money was spent to stage a play.

After winning awards, it's sealed in the warehouse, actors can't see it, and ordinary people can't see it even more.

Where are the plays? Where is the money? Where did it go?

The first thing I will do is to join relevant departments to carry out rectifications. It's best not to let me catch any leverage.

Those who are too greedy, you should be careful. Either spit it out yourselves, or wait to eat prison food.

I won't say much more in this regard. Chinese opera is already so difficult; we can't have moreWoodworms!"

President Jiang's bombardment caused many people below the stage to change their expressions.

It seems like they are really going to make drastic changes this time!

"The second thing is how to get more young people to come into contact with and understand Chinese opera.

Professor Wang just said that the song from a few years ago that included one or two lines of Chinese opera singing was highly praised by young people.

Then why don't we release more such songs to change young people's perception of Chinese opera?

You know, our Chinese opera has existed for 2000 years! Is the foundation not deep enough? Can't even write a song?

I don't believe it!

I will entrust this matter to Professor Wang. If it involves funding, come to me.

But please be sure to find one or two high-quality Chinese opera-style songs!"

Professor Wang Heng has been immersed in the producer industry for many years and has extensive connections. Entrusting this matter to him is the most reliable.

"I will do my best!" Professor Wang Heng didn't dare to make a guarantee.

There are many producers, but there are really not many who can write Chinese opera-style songs.

This matter made Professor Wang Heng feel melancholic for several days.

Finally, he sent an email to every producer.

Since he didn't know who had this ability, it was better to cast a wide net and catch more fish; there was nothing wrong with that...

...

"System, how much emotion value is left now?"

【After deducting two songs, there are now 36 million left!】

Nan Ye covered his head, it hurt a bit. This amount of emotion value is simply not enough. It seems he can't be a salted fish anymore; he has to stir things up.

"Ding dong!" An email!

He clicked it open, and it was exactly the one from Professor Wang Heng asking for songs for Chinese opera.

He rubbed his chin, thinking.

Chinese opera is, after all, the essence of the nation. In his previous life, he didn't have the ability to do anything for it.

Now that he has the conditions, he should help if he can!

He directly added the WeChat account left in the email.

The other party quickly sent a message: "Hello, which producer are you?"

"Professor Wang, I am Nan Ye."

"Oh, I know you. The moonlight you wrote is great!"

"Thank you for the compliment. Today I am here for Chinese opera-style songs."

The other party paused for a moment, and then sent a question: "You can also write Chinese opera-style songs?"

"I know a little. I have one in my hands right now..."