Cangwa takes the blame to save his sister-in-law, setting a desperate rescue in motion.
After helping his brother Cao Baoshan pursue the imperial examinations, Cangwa accepts an accusation to protect his sister-in-law. His brother, now a judge, works to save him. A staged death and a rolled reed mat lead the family towards reunion.
China Pingju-Opera Theatre presents this production in the Jixiang Blossoms showcase of classic repertoire. Performed in Chinese.
Cast (names transliterated)
Tu Zhenlong as Cangwa; Zheng Lan as Madam Zhang of the Cao family; Zhang Guoqiang as Cao Baoshan; Chen Xin as Madam Zhao of the Cao family; Shen Jinwei as Cao Lin; Mao Zongming as the county magistrate; Li Shuang as Jinge; Yu Xiaohui as Yuni; Guo Liyin as the jailer; Zhu Qing and Du Jian as the two escort guards.
Casting may change on the day.
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