Hongkongers need to stand up for Cantonese opera
Cantonese opera, combining martial arts and traditional costumes, is a valuable component of the local performing arts sector. This centuries-old form of performance is, without a doubt, worth preserving. I must say it is really upsetting that not many Hong Kong people place enough emphasis on preserving this intangible heritage.
In recent years, Cantonese opera has been on the decline. This is a worrying situation, caused by technological advances and the influence of pop culture. With our smartphones able to screen any form of entertainment at a tap, we hardly spare time to enjoy a Cantonese opera performance.
People obviously harbour the misconception that such performance are for the entertainment of the elderly only. Given a choice, youngsters would pick pop music or TV dramas, not Cantonese opera, leaving this art form to languish in the electronic era.
Children keep Cantonese opera alive
