Opera Star Miao Jie Champions Tradition in Modern China

In a world where TikTok trends come and go, Miao Jie is fighting to keep China’s centuries-old Jin Opera alive. This CPPCC member and celebrated performer from Shanxi Province is blending ancient art with modern hustle – think ‘slow living’ meets cultural preservation.

\\"Every note carries our ancestors’ wisdom,\\" Miao told us during rehearsal breaks. As smartphones transform entertainment habits, she’s reimagining opera workshops as immersive experiences that rival Netflix binges.

Her latest proposal? Turbocharge youth engagement through gaming collabs and AI-powered theater – proving you can teach old operas new tricks. \\"We need to update tradition’s playlist while keeping its soul,\\" she says, flashing a smile that’s part stage presence, part tech visionary.

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Beyond the stage: Opera actress keeps tradition alive

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