THE CURRENT STATUS AND TRANSMISSION DYNAMICS OF BEIJING QU OPERA IN CHINA
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Beijing Qu Opera is a vital cultural emblem of the Chinese capital and the city’s only indigenous operatic genre. The purpose of this study is to investigate the contemporary survival mechanisms and transmission strategies of Beijing Qu Opera and to provide a strategic roadmap for its sustainable development as a dynamic urban cultural emblem. To address this, the study employs qualitative research, including document analysis and in-depth interviews with five informants. The findings reveal that the genre operates in a complex environment, balancing the preservation of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) with commercial viability. This is evidenced by spatial innovations that expand performances from traditional theaters into historical guild halls and urban cultural landmarks, alongside a successful joint training model with the National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts. Such dynamics mitigate the generational talent gap, maintaining an employment rate of over 95% among new performers. The study concludes that synergy between national policy support, spatial innovation, and talent cultivation is essential for sustainable development. By evolving from singing stories to performing stories, Beijing Qu Opera continues to reflect the capital's authentic spirit and contemporary urban identity.
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