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Peking Opera's Popularity Declines


21 August 2008
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The Peking Opera is one of the most striking examples of quintessential Chinese culture, but many of China's traditional arts, are at risk of fading into history
The Peking Opera is one of the most striking examples of quintessential Chinese culture, but many of China's traditional arts, are at risk of fading into history
The Olympic games now underway are not just about sports, they also are an opportunity for China to introduce its culture to the world.  But as China modernizes, some warn that one of its most traditional arts is in danger of disappearing.  

Daniel Schearf reports from Beijing.

 

 

 

 

 


 

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