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Culture: Traditional Yuju Opera faces modern challenges

Yuju Opera, one of the five major opera genres in China, is famous for its expression of intense emotions, lively performances and layered allusions, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Central China. The traditional art form was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage as early as 2006, but it is facing the challenges of modernity.