Editor’s note: Cantonese Opera was inscribed onto the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2009. It is widely cherished in Cantonese-speaking parts of China, including Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, as a jewel in the crown of Lingnan culture. This captivating art form is the latest focus of our series highlighting various aspects of Chinese culture.

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