Cantonese Opera Extravaganza    國粹鳳笙樂悠揚

Vancouver Cantonese Opera (VCO) is a unique Canadian arts organization deeply rooted in its local community while maintaining strong global ties to the opera scenes in China, Hong Kong, and North America. These connections date back to the mid-19th century when Chinese migrant workers brought Cantonese opera to Canada. For over a century, Cantonese opera has played a vital role in the cultural and spiritual life of the Chinese diaspora, defining the cultural heart of North American Chinatowns. It has connected people of all ages and backgrounds, including non-Chinese communities who were introduced to China’s traditional songs and stories through the opera.Cantonese opera continues to mark major festivals of the Chinese lunar calendar worldwide, such as the Lunar New Year and the Mid-Autumn Festival. Today, these festivities attract global audiences, as seen in Vancouver’s annual Lunar New Year parade, which draws over 100,000 participants. In 2009, UNESCO recognized Cantonese Opera as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.Our mission is to preserve and promote Cantonese opera in Canada. We strive to present this tradition at the highest level of artistic excellence to both Chinese and non-Chinese audiences. Unlike other Chinese opera troupes in North America, we aim to reach diverse viewers, including families, seniors, and youth, through bilingual performances with live translations and English/Chinese subtitles. We perform in various venues, including libraries, community centers, parks, city squares, and festivals. Our offerings include regular performance and singing classes in English, and we host “behind the scenes” workshops and demos on the art of costuming. Our core values are artistic integrity and innovation, intercultural and intergenerational dialogue, accessibility, and community engagement. These values are essential for the survival of Cantonese Opera in Canada’s evolving society and for fostering a healthy and resilient creative community. Situated on the unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples, we embrace compassion, friendship, inclusivity, diversity, and reconciliation, reflecting these values in our songs, stories, and community relationships.

Vancouver Cantonese Opera

Vancouver Cantonese Opera Extravaganza on August 5, 2023, ``12:30 pm to 4:00 pm, at the Richmond Cultural Centre.   燕鳳鳴粵劇團 主辦 "國粹鳳笙樂悠揚 " 演唱會

Richmond Library and Cultural Centre

<p>Experience the Vancouver Cantonese Opera Extravaganza on August 5, 2023, at the Richmond Cultural Centre. This captivating event showcases concert-style singing and traditional Cantonese opera performances, providing a delightful introduction to the exquisite art form. Join us from 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm for a mesmerizing display of vocal talent, intricate costumes, and storytelling that will transport you to the enchanting world of Cantonese opera. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and cultural heritage of this revered art form.</p><p>2023年8月5日，加拿大燕鳳鳴粵劇團將在列治文文化中心舉辦一場粵曲粵劇演唱會。我們將向觀眾介紹粵劇的精湛表演和唱腔。活動將從下午12:30至4:00進行。 "國粹鳳笙樂悠揚 " 演唱會將展示粵劇的多樣性和情感力量，突出這個有幾百年歷史的藝術形式的美感和深度。</p>

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