Puxian Opera, China: The Construction of Social Network of Puxian People in Modern Society

Abstract

Chinese opera art is an important part of the excellent traditional culture of the Chinese nation and has a very long history. Puxian Opera originated from "Baixi" in the Tang Dynasty. After long-term development, Puxian Opera is closely related to people's social life, forming a unique performance style and characteristics. The formation of its artistic characteristics is inseparable from history, society, culture, economy, etc. At the same time, because the Puxian area is located on the coast of Fujian Province, the unique geographical location also provides a rich soil for the formation of Puxian Opera. Through the research on the historical structure of Puxian Opera and the social enviroment of Puxian, it is benifical to discover the cultural value, historical value and social value of Puxian Opera, so as to attract the attention of all sectors of society, actively participate, and promote the inheritance and development of Puxian Opera.

In modern society, Puxian Opera is still closely related to society. The Puxian area has relatively completely preserved various customs of traditional society, such as weddings and festivals, birthday celebrations, housewarming, weddings and other festive customs, as well as religious customs such as paying gods and worshipping gods. These folk customs are inseparable from Puxian Opera. Puxian Opera's own operation mechanism, management model, important components, etc., have formed a complete set of social network system, and promote its continuous development under the norms of a series of rules and systems.

In 2005, Puxian Opera was listed as the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage in Fujian Province. In 2006, Puxian Opera was listed as the first batch of national intangible cultural heritage list. Now, Puxian Opera is actively preparing to declare the world intangible cultural heritage. Puxian Opera has developed into modern times and has formed a set of complex and complete operating system. Opera troupes, theater halls, employers, temples, social organizations, and opera fans play their respective roles in this network. In order to adapt to the development of modern society and to develop and protect Puxian Opera, the government has issued a series of new policies, including the "Putian City Puxian Opera Inheritance and Protection Regulations" that are soliciting opinions, and actively carry out related work. At the same time, through the construction of museums, The cultural center uses modern media technology and other means to carry out various publicity activities, so that Puxian Opera can enter the homes of ordinary people, so that people can understand and love Puxian Opera more.

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