Luoyang, a city of elegance, is famous for its iconic peonies, with Yu Opera as its artistic soul. The legendary Ma Jinfeng, creator of the shuai dan (military-leading female) role type, combines stylised movements of qingyi (virtuous female), daomadan (sword-wielding and riding female), and wusheng (martial male), and is acclaimed as ‘the Peony of Luoyang’. Specialised in the shuai dan role, her disciple Guan Meili will be joined by Plum Blossom Award winners and Class One Performers to present signature works of the Ma School: Mu Guiying Takes Command, which exemplifies heroic feminine valour; Demanding Justice from the Emperor, a classic Yu Opera comedy that sparkles with wit and vivacity through the female lead; and The Spear as a Token of Love, a bitter love story spanning four decades. Selected excerpts from diverse stylistic traditions will complete the programme.

Main Cast: Guan Meili, Wang Hui (Guest), Jia Wenlong (Guest), Bo Qing (Guest), Chen Dahua, Liu Yalin