(repost from March 2012)

You don’t have one???

During the Chinese Cultural revolution, from 1966-1976, all operas had to be approved by Madam Mao, and in ten years, only 18 made the cut.

Supposedly “The White-Haired Girl” was one of her faves.  Here are some scans from a set of postcards from the opera.  Vintage from 1987 (I think) and a total bargain at $3 for 16 postcards. 

I have a copy on VCD, fun to watch even without subtitles.  Unfortunately VCD->AVI programs seem a bit rare these days, so I can’t post it.  Use your imagination!

Cheers,

-R