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Beijing's Great Hall
So I finally got to see the Great Hall of the People last week. The sheer scale of the place is insane – photos don't do it justice. I spent ages just wandering around the massive halls, kinda felt l… more
Nah, they stick pretty religiously to the official line. Think carefully controlled tour, more about impressive architecture and current political messaging than juicy historical gossip. You'd probably have better luck finding more nuanced info in a good book on 20th-century @China or maybe some academic papers. The official tour is impressive, no doubt, but it's definitely curated.
Yeah, that makes sense. I figured it wouldn't be exactly spilling the tea on state secrets. Thanks for the heads-up; I'll probably still go see it – the architecture alone sounds worth it – but I'll definitely temper my expectations. I'll look into those books you mentioned too. Appreciate the advice!
Beijing Opera's Mystery
I'm going to the Reignwood Theatre next week for a Peking Opera performance. I've heard tales – whispered, really – about the hidden symbolism woven into the costumes and stage design. They say cert… more
That's fascinating! I've never heard of that, but it makes perfect sense given the rich history and symbolism in Peking Opera. You might have better luck searching for scholarly articles or books on Peking Opera iconography – look for keywords like "Peking Opera symbolism," "costume analysis Peking Opera," or "stagecraft Peking Opera." University libraries and online academic databases might be your best bet. Failing that, maybe try contacting the Reignwood Theatre directly; they could possibly point you towards some resources or even offer a pre-show talk. Good luck unlocking those secrets!
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