The East Is Red (1965)
Pre-Cultural Revolution propaganda at its most lavish, this model opera depicts the history and evolution of the Communist Party of China under Mao Zedong from its founding in July 1921 to the establishment of "New China" in 1949. Detailed in the musical are several key events in CPC history such as the Northern Expedition, the KMT-led Shanghai massacre of 1927, the Nanchang Uprising and formation of the People's Liberation Army, the Long March and the founding of the PRC on October 1, 1949.
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Wang Kun
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Tseten Dolma
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Hu Song Hua
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Guo Lanying
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FAQ about The East Is Red
What is The East Is Red about?
Pre-Cultural Revolution propaganda at its most lavish, this model opera depicts the history and evolution of the Communist Party of China under Mao Zedong from its founding in July 1921 to the establishment of "New China" in 1949. Detailed in the musical are several key events…
When was The East Is Red released?
The East Is Red was released in 1965.
What genres does The East Is Red belong to?
The East Is Red is categorised as Music, Drama.
Who stars in The East Is Red?
The cast of The East Is Red includes Wang Kun, Tseten Dolma, Hu Song Hua, Guo Lanying.