Mei Lanfang
梅兰芳
Mei Lanfang was the most famous Peking Opera performer of the 20th century, renowned for his female lead (dan) roles. He revolutionized Peking Opera by combining traditional techniques with innovative…
Mei Lanfang was the most famous Peking Opera performer of the 20th century, renowned for his female lead (dan) roles. He revolutionized Peking Opera by combining traditional techniques with innovative expressions. He toured the United States, Soviet Union, and Japan, introducing Chinese opera to the Western world. His artistic legacy continues through the Mei School of Performance.
Heritage DNA
Classification
Grand Master
Status
deceased
Year of Birth
1894
Age
132 years
Location
Beijing
Region
North China
Next Master
Mei Baojiu
梅葆玖
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