Chinese Opera Reborn: ‘Play of All-Beings’ Wows Gen Z!

Move over, TikTok trends—China’s ancient art forms are getting a Gen Z makeover! The video series Play of All-Beings, produced by China Media Group (CMG), is blending centuries-old opera with futuristic storytelling to win over young audiences worldwide.

Opera Meets Modern Magic

This three-part series—Calorie-less Restaurant, On Off, and Specular—reimagines traditional opera through dazzling visuals and cross-platform storytelling. Think dramatic costumes meets neon-lit cinematography, all designed to hit those ‘vibe check’ feels for digital natives.

Why It’s Clicking With Young Crowds

By using bold camera angles and snappy editing, the series turns poetic opera dialogues into bite-sized emotional moments—perfect for the Instagram generation. From themes of identity to tech dilemmas, it’s like Black Mirror… but with silk robes and guzheng music.

Tradition 2.0

CMG’s gamble? Prove that 1,000-year-old art can thrive in the age of streaming. Spoiler: It’s working. The show’s mix of ancestral melodies and AI-era struggles has sparked viral debates about preserving culture without losing its soul.

Ready to binge something that’s literally timeless? Dive into Play of All-Beings—where every frame is a love letter to the past and future.

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Innovations in Chinese opera with 'Play of All-Beings'

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