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Wu Hsing-kuo (Chinese: 吳興國; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: Ngô͘ Heng-kok) is a Taiwanese actor of the silver screen and theater, known for both his performance of complex movie roles as much as for his innovative adaptations of Western classics into traditional Peking Opera.
21 February 2024. Peking opera pioneer Wu Hsing-kuo and his Contemporary Legend Theatre join forces with Zhang Jun, “the prince of kunqu”, for a daring adaptation of history’s ultimate betrayal in Julius Caesar. The world-premiere run of this thrilling hybrid of opera, modern theatre and multimedia storytelling will break new ground in ...
In 1986, WU Hsing-kuo and other equally enthusiastic young Peking Opera players, the Contemporary Legend Theatre (CLT) was founded. CLT is recognized globally as a pioneer in intercultural, cross-disciplinary performances, and has been invited to perform at reputable venues as well as festivals in over twenty countries.
May 29, 2005 · Wu Hsing-Kuo, meanwhile, as Macbeth, twists his body in snakelike fashion and flutters his hands in circles. His movements intensify as his strong tones resonate throughout the auditorium.
Jul 14, 2007 · Wu Hsing-kuo’s remarkable one-man “King Lear,” which the Lincoln Center Festival presented on Thursday, expanded codified Chinese opera style to include Buddhist chant, contemporary music ...
Oct 20, 2019 · A still from "Julius Caesar" played by Wu Hsing-kuo (L) and Zhang Jun in Shanghai, October 19, 2019. /CGTN Photo. Being a veteran Kunqu opera singer on stage for 33 years, Zhang noted that the "Julius Caesar" is still a challenge for him since the whole team is doing something quite new. Both Peking Opera and Kunqu Opera are highly ...
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Mar 15, 2004 · The apprentice enters the training “conservatory” or theater company to study with a Master at a very young age. Most of them did not have a choice, as they come from underprivileged families of low social status and a disadvantaged financial background. Wu Hsing-kuo attended the Chinese Cultural University, which made his Master uncomfortable.
