China is maturing as the world’s second largest economy, while still cherishing folk arts in Chinese classics.

　　As a saying goes, what belongs to the nation belongs to the world. The classic meaning of White Haired Girl is reflected in its combination of nationality and cosmopolitan themes.

　　White Haired Girlhas eternal value.

　　The story of Xi’er conveys the Chinese pursuit of liberation and true love, along with their struggle against injustice. It holds the mainstream values narrated by modern Chinese history and also common values reflecting by humanism.

　　The tale has attracted great resonance for different cultural backgrounds.

　　White Haired Girlhas impressive artistic charms.

　　The image Xi’er originates from Chinese folk tales, but adopted into a foreign art form — opera. Western opera emphasizes singing, however, the Chinese national opera utilizes stage “gestures, eye expressions, body postures, stage walks, and performing principles” from traditional Chinese operas.

　　The new edition returns to the opera art ontology, highlighting music. The story gives prominence to Shanbei and Shanxi folk music elements in northwest China, fusing a unique Chinese style.

　　White Haired Girlhas historical heritage with warmth.

　　From Wang Kun, the first generation of the “white haired girl”, Guo Lanying, the second generation, and Peng Liyuan, the third, to Lei Jia, the most recent, “white haired girl”, the “passing down of the art torch” has been reflected.

　　Through unremitting efforts, generations of Chinese artists have created an art classic in a new era. People can feel the warmth of the opera and appreciate the unique charms of Chinese culture.

　　As an immortal memory of modern Chinese history, theWhite Haired Girlis a timeless tale showcasing the national spirit. It deserves profound study from Chinese and world artists.