Traditional Regional Features in Xiangtong Xi Musical Drama

This article presents a discussion about Xiangtong Xi (香童戏), a traditional musical theatrical form associated with the Baoshan area of China’s Yunnan province. Xiangtong Xi drama originated from the folk religious and mystical rites of the southwestern regions of China. It organically combines elements such as singing, recitation, acting and martial arts techniques that are characteristic of the musical culture of the region. This genre has its own cult music and traditional performance style...