China News Service, Beijing, January 11 (Reporter Jin Xu) In June this year, the city of John Deere, Oregon, USA will usher in the 40th "China Day" to commemorate the Chinese doctor Wu Yunian. Recently, his story was brought to the stage by the North American Liquidambar Drama Society.
"When I was writing the novel "Tangmen", I have been digging out those little-known Chinese stories in American history, and Wu Yunian is one of them." American playwright Zhang Xi told a reporter from China News Service, the history of Chinese immigration The drama "Dr. Xi" completed its premiere in Connecticut, USA. She and a group of drama lovers invested a lot of time and energy. "We spent more than two months preparing, rehearsing, designing and making costumes and props. The actors in this performance came from all walks of life. Everyone gathered to read the script and strive to capture every nuance of history. On the stage, they The performance is vivid and sincere, touching every audience."
In 1880 in Oregon, the business of Jin Huachang Grocery Store was booming. Wu Yunian, a Chinese doctor, runs a traditional Chinese medicine shop here. With his superb medical skills, he has become a highly praised and respected "Xi Doctor" among the local population. "In that era, an inconspicuous wound could easily take away a life." Zhang Xi said that Wu Yunian was well versed in medical classics such as the "Huangdi Neijing" and "Compendium of Materia Medica", and he helped road construction workers avoid the risk of influenza pandemics. He used precise medical skills to treat poliomyelitis, sepsis and other difficult and complicated diseases at the time. More and more patients came here, and he became a well-known "miracle doctor".
The picture shows a still from the drama "Doctor Xi". (Photo courtesy of interviewee)
In the play, Dr. Xi was taken to court for being accused of "practicing medicine without a license." During the trial, many patients voluntarily came to testify and defend him. Their voices provided support and protection for Wu Yunian, and the charges were eventually dismissed. Zhang Xi said that he chose to present this real incident in the form of a drama because Dr. Xi’s benevolence and kindness changed the image of Chinese people being bullied and excluded.
Chinese Ma Yiqun plays the role of Doctor Xi. When interpreting the role, there was a line that impressed him deeply: "I would rather go to court to find out where I went wrong." In his view, Dr. Xi wins the respect of other ethnic groups not only because of his superb medical skills, but also his personality. charm.
"I think Dr. Xi is a confident and tenacious person. He does not just tolerate it. When faced with injustice or disrespect, he will bravely fight back." Ma Yiqun hopes to create a real and vivid character through his performance. , not afraid of hardships and obstacles, and not moved by fame and fortune. This calm and calm attitude towards life is the important message he wants to convey to the audience.
Ma Yiqun is engaged in financial investment. It was the drama that allowed him to understand the unknown past of many Chinese ancestors. "Despite facing many challenges, the Chinese ancestors have gradually made achievements in various fields and contributed to the community and society through their own efforts and talents. Their stories should be remembered by more people."
Zhang Xi revealed, " The English version of "Dr. Xi" is currently being rehearsed intensively and is scheduled to be performed during the Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May this year, so that more people can explore the legendary life of Dr. Xi. (End)
