The girls were watching a play being performed in the precincts of the Shiluodian temple

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A temporary stage had been set up in the precincts of the Shiluodian temple, where a traditional Chinese opera-like performance was being staged. Chairs for the audience were neatly arranged in front of the stage, but not all the seats were occupied. Judging from the performers' gorgeous costumes and distinctive makeup, it appeared that the play was a venerable production, but the number of spectators was modest. In this day and age, with the spread of entertainment such as television and movies, it is probably not easy for traditional theater to attract people's attention.

In the midst of all this, a little girl in a red shirt and trousers stood alone in the audience, staring at the stage. She seemed to be drawn into the world of the stage, not paying any attention to the movements around her. Her serious expression showed that she was deeply fascinated by the theater. On the other hand, the shoes with Kitty painted on them that could be seen on the girl's feet were somewhat expressionless, a stark contrast to her immersion.

That moment when the ancient culture of theater quietly resonates in one child's heart is a reminder of the potential for tradition to be passed on to the next generation. Despite Kitty's calm, the girl was engrossed in the story of the stage.

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Mar 2017 PEOPLE TAIWAN

PHOTO DATA

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10071

Shooting Date

Sep 2016

Posted On

March 14, 2017

Modified On

January 22, 2025

Place

Tainan, Taiwan

Genre

Street Photography

Camera

SONY ALPHA 7R II

Lens

EF85MM F1.2L II USM

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