Guangdong Province Advocates Lingnan Culture Via Multiple Initiatives, Events

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 (Bernama) -- Guangdong Province is taking significant steps to preserve and promote Lingnan culture on the global stage through a variety of cultural initiatives and events.

Highlighting the region’s rich heritage, these efforts have sparked international interest and enthusiasm for traditional Chinese arts, in which the dance drama “Wing Chun”, originating from Shenzhen, made its United Kingdom debut at London’s prestigious Sadler’s Wells Theatre this August.

The production showcases the elegance of Wing Chun martial arts and Gambiered Guangdong gauze (Xiangyunsha), setting a record for the most performances by a Chinese dance drama in London, with an average occupancy rate of over 80 per cent.

In addition, the Guangdong Cantonese Opera House hosted the “Featured Guangdong—Cantonese Opera” event earlier this year and was attended by consular officials and their families, who were captivated by the beauty of Cantonese opera.

This was followed by the “Explore Panyu” event, where foreign officials from 30 countries experienced the region's traditional customs and artistic expressions, further fostering cultural exchanges, according to a statement.

Meanwhile, in May this year, the 20th China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair attracted participants from 60 countries and regions, celebrating both traditional and modern Chinese cultural products, including everything from e-sports to original music and film.

Guangdong’s efforts also extended to modern cultural expressions with the “Lingnan Water Town International Cartoon & Animation Week”, held in August. It brought together leaders from Japan, South Korea, and China’s special administrative regions to explore trends in animation and art toys, further boosting the province’s influence in the global cultural trade market.

Through events such as dragon boat racing, Cantonese opera, and cultural fairs, Guangdong continues to breathe new life into Lingnan culture while fostering international cultural integration.

-- BERNAMA