考点规范练5(必修2 Unit 5) .阅读理解 Hui Opera enjoys a long history and is one of the most ancient operas in China.The opera first appeared in Anhui Province.The art form was gradually developed by learning from different operas in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Hui Opera has played an important role in the development of Chinese operas.Not only does Peking Opera come from it,but also 40 other local operas across the country have greatly been influenced by it. In the Qing Dynasty,Hui Opera became popular all over the country with its performers’ excellent acting skills.In some cities of Southern China,rich businessmen even had their own private Hui Opera troupes(剧团)and stages.In 1790,the Sanqing Hui Opera Troupe,led by Gao Langting,went to Beijing to celebrate the 80th birthday of Emperor Qianlong.In Jiaqing’s days,the “Four Great Hui Opera Troupes”—Sanqing,Sixi,Hechun and Chuntai—have been very famous in Beijing. In Emperor Daoguang’s days,Cheng Changgeng,known as the leader of Hui Opera as well as the founder of Peking Opera,combined the good points of different operas,and introduced the Huangmei tune from Anqing,Anhui Province,which was really a hit in Beijing.After developing for about 50 years,the great Peking Opera was born. The stage art of Hui Opera is rich and of many kinds.The costumes are of good taste.Hui Opera has experienced highs and lows in its history,but long history and special nature make it warmly accepted across the country. |