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Learning a lesson from Cantonese opera

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The story of a famous Cantonese opera performer will be used to help secondary school students learn about Hong Kong's entertainment history.

Researchers from the University of Hong Kong recently wrote a book based on the career of veteran performer Leung Sing-boh.

The book will be used in liberal studies lessons.

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Leung's 40-year career spanned Cantonese opera, film and TV shows.

Dr Ng Fung-ping, assistant professor at the Faculty of Education and the project's leader, said: 'Leung's story also provides an insight into Hong Kong people's lives and the city's developments over the past few decades.'

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The plan is part of a project by HKU's Centre for Advancement of Chinese Language Education and Research and two secondary schools to promote Cantonese opera among the younger generation.

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