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'''Wang Yaoqing''' (1882-1954) was a Chinese actor noted for playing the role of a modest and virtuous female in Beijing drama. He was partner of Dan Xinbei and teacher of [[Mei Lanfang]], one the four great actors of the genre. Wang's father, Wang Zeilin was also a prominent actor, although he played male roles. Prior to Wang's career, male actors in female roles focused on singing. Wang introduced greater facial expression and stylized body movement.<ref name="Boorman">Boorman, Howard L., "Wang Yao-ch'ing", ''Biographical Dictionary of the Republic of China'', Columbia University Press, 1967. Vol. 3, p. 398.</ref> |
'''Wang Yaoqing''' (1882-1954) was a Chinese actor noted for playing the role of a modest and virtuous female in Beijing drama. He was partner of Dan Xinbei and teacher of [[Mei Lanfang]], one the four great actors of the genre. Wang's father, Wang Zeilin was also a prominent actor, although he played male roles. Prior to Wang's career, male actors in female roles focused on singing. Wang introduced greater facial expression and stylized body movement.<ref name="Boorman">Boorman, Howard L., "Wang Yao-ch'ing", ''Biographical Dictionary of the Republic of China'', Columbia University Press, 1967. Vol. 3, p. 398.</ref> |
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Wang's portrayal of a stylish Manchu lady in the plays ''Incident at Fen River Bend''<ref>Fénhé Wān, 汾河弯</ref> and ''Fourth Son Visits His Mother''<ref>Sìláng tàn mǔ, 四郎探母</ref> was iconic. Other prominent roles include ''Wu Qia |
Wang's portrayal of a stylish Manchu lady in the plays ''Incident at Fen River Bend''<ref>Fénhé Wān, 汾河弯</ref> and ''Fourth Son Visits His Mother''<ref>Sìláng tàn mǔ, 四郎探母</ref> was iconic. Other prominent roles include ''Wu Qia Po'' and ''Nantian Gate''<ref>Nántiānmén, 南天门.</ref><ref name="Boorman"/> |
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Wang's voice deteriorated early. He retired from singing in 1911 to became a teacher and advisor. He is best remembered as Mei's teacher.<ref name="Boorman"/> |
Wang's voice deteriorated early. He retired from singing in 1911 to became a teacher and advisor. He is best remembered as Mei's teacher.<ref name="Boorman"/> |
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Wang Yaoqing (1882-1954) was a Chinese actor noted for playing the role of a modest and virtuous female in Beijing drama. He was partner of Dan Xinbei and teacher of Mei Lanfang, one the four great actors of the genre. Wang's father, Wang Zeilin was also a prominent actor, although he played male roles. Prior to Wang's career, male actors in female roles focused on singing. Wang introduced greater facial expression and stylized body movement.[1]
Wang's portrayal of a stylish Manchu lady in the plays Incident at Fen River Bend[2] and Fourth Son Visits His Mother[3] was iconic. Other prominent roles include Wu Qia Po and Nantian Gate[4][1]
Wang's voice deteriorated early. He retired from singing in 1911 to became a teacher and advisor. He is best remembered as Mei's teacher.[1]