Zhao Tongshan

Zhao Tongshan (13 July 1901 – 1966), also known by his stage name Furong Cao, was a Peking opera singer. He was the greatest player of "flowery" female roles (hua dan) of his era and served as a mentor to Li Yuru.[1]

Zhao Tongshan
Traditional Chinese
Simplified Chinese
Furong Cao
Chinese芙蓉
Literal meaningHibiscus Grass

References

Citations

  1. Li (2010), p. 226.

Bibliography

  • Li Ruru (2010), "2010 Commemorations of the Theatrical Careers of Cao Yu and Li Yuru" (PDF), CHINOPERL Papers, No. 29, Conference on Chinese Oral and Performing Literature.


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