Jewelry Purse: The Soul of the Cheng School in Jingju

Jewelry Purse is a collaborative production by playwright Weng Ouhong and jingju actor Cheng Yanqiu, one of the "Great Four Dans" (female role players). It is regarded by critics as demonstrating the "quintessence of the Cheng School." This article examines lyrics, Cheng's skills in pronunciation, singing, and water-sleeve use that contribute to the play's popularity.