>Dating back to the Three Kingdoms Period (220-265 A.D.), Chinese opera has been a long-standing tradition and a form of mass entertainment throughout ancient Chinese history. When Chinese people began immigrating to America in the late 19th century, they brought their love for this art form with them to their new home. Although the art form has struggled to gain significant professional traction in the US, the video details how hobbyists and former professional performers are coming together to create traditional performances. These performances serve as a way for the older Chinese immigrant community to experience a taste of home and for the younger generation to reconnect with their heritage.
Producer, Videographer, Editor, and Motion Graphics Artist: David Cheung
Assistant Producer and Videographer: Wendy Li
Videographers: Yuna Baek, Saige Gipson, and Kaleah Haddock
Sound Designer and Composer: Lauryn Kurniawan
Narration: Jana Justus
For a shorter and brief introduction to the New York Chinese Opera Scene in New York, the video below delves into solely into that and its importance on cultural heritage and preservation.
Producer, Videographer, and Editor: David Cheung
Narrator and Videographer: Yuna Baek
Assistant Producer and Videographer: Wendy Li
Videographers: Saige Gipson and Kaleah Haddock