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Yangyang Xie, & Salman Alfarisi. (2025). The Artistic Characteristics and Evolution of the Clown Dance in Gannan Tea-Picking Opera. Journal of Integrated Social Sciences and Humanities, 1–8. https://doi.org/10.62836/jissh.v2i1.384
Volume 2, Issue 1, 2025

The Artistic Characteristics and Evolution of the Clown Dance in Gannan Tea-Picking Opera

The clown dance in Gannan Tea-Picking Opera is an important component of this regional opera, carrying rich local cultural and artistic value. This paper analyzes the historical evolution, artistic characteristics, and modern innovations of the clown dance in Gannan Tea-Picking Opera, revealing its dual expression in traditional opera and modern stage performances. The study highlights that the clown dance in Gannan Tea-Picking Opera combines both local and dramatic styles, with its artistic language influenced by folk dance and traditional opera elements. As time progresses, the clown dance continues to evolve by incorporating modern artistic elements while maintaining traditional foundations, driving its innovation and development in contemporary culture.

Gannan Tea-Picking Opera; clown dance; artistic characteristics; historical evolution

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Supporting Agencies

  1. Funding: This research received no external funding.