Opera The Emperor Liu Che by Shanghai Jingju Theatre Company

Peking Opera The Emperor Liu Che is a newly adapted historical Peking opera meticulously produced by the Shanghai Jingju Theatre Company. The play adheres to the creative principle of connecting history with contemporary relevance, featuring a tight and dramatic plot. It vividly portrays the remarkable talents and decisive nature of LIU Che, the Wu Emperor of Han, who, with his strategic prowess of "winning one battle for a hundred years of peace", sought to achieve a grand vision of harmony among all nations. The opera continues the traditional Beijing-style creative approach, with performances that transcend conventional genre boundaries, focusing on character-driven storytelling. The stage presentation blends the rich cultural heritage of Han China with the unique aesthetic pursuits of Peking opera, creating a substantial yet minimalist overall style. It unfolds a grand and magnificent tableau of the flourishing Han Dynasty within an imagined space.