Beijing News (Reporter Liu Zhen) On April 27, the National Center for the Performing Arts’ original drama "Deng Shichang" will have its first performance. On the afternoon of April 15, the drama held a media visit and showed some clips from the drama in advance. In the rehearsal venue, Wang Lei, who plays Deng Shichang, is performing opposite Zhang Yechuan (played by Li Hongzhang) and Guan Dongtian (played by Ding Ruchang), vividly interpreting the character temperament and different politics of Deng Shichang, Li Hongzhang, and Ding Ruchang in the context of the late Qing Dynasty. position, showing the intricate entanglements and conflicts of interests in the Beiyang Navy.
A group photo of the main creators.
's original drama "Deng Shichang" is another "historical figure series" drama created by the National Center for the Performing Arts following the original drama "Lin Zexu". In this round of performances, screenwriter Li Baoqun and director Wang Xiaodi will lead the creative team to present the events of the Sino-Japanese War of 1894 to the audience and relive the legend of the war on the Zhiyuan ship. Famous actors Wang Lei, Zhang Yechuan, Guan Dongtian, Li Xiaomeng, She Nannan and others joined hands with the National Center for the Performing Arts drama team to present the vitality of the original drama "Deng Shichang" with sincere and full performances, shaping the story of the late Qing Dynasty for the audience. Group portraits.
At the rehearsal venue, Wang Lei (right), who plays Deng Shichang, is performing opposite Guan Dongtian, who plays Ding Ruchang.
Wang Lei, who plays Deng Shichang in the play, has his own understanding of Deng Shichang, "Deng Shichang's life trajectory and his pursuit highlight his profound life value. This play attempts to show Deng Shichang's life story, including his inner world and his responsibility to his family, the play not only reveals the little-known details of the Sino-Japanese War of 1898, but also uses artistic means to restore those historical moments and deepen the audience's understanding of this hero. "Filling the historical gaps and allowing the spirit of the hero to be passed on." In addition, Li Xiaomeng, who plays Shui Meizi, will also show the emotional connection with Deng Shichang in the play, bringing the unique sunshine and warmth of Shui Meizi to the audience.
Li Xiaomeng, who plays Shui Meizi, and Wang Lei, who plays Deng Shichang.
's original drama "Deng Shichang" chooses the "flashback" method in the play. With Deng Shichang as the main line, it unfolds historical figures such as Cixi, Li Hongzhang, Ding Ruchang, many naval officers, ordinary soldiers, etc., and presents to the audience the complex stories of many characters. Situation and rich emotions. In the view of director Wang Xiaodian, "We have given Deng Shichang a spiritual symbol, that is, giving him the 'awe-inspiring spirit' through the decisive battle with the Yoshino ship to protect China. From this perspective, what the drama shares with contemporary audiences is a spirit Characteristics and aesthetics show the different spiritual qualities of heroes from ordinary people when faced with choices. This quality is very great and inspires us to look back at history and make decisions that are worthy of ourselves, our country and our country in our daily life, work and struggle. The choice of personal spiritual pursuit. "Familiar historical events such as the fierce battle in the Yellow Sea, Deng Shichang's Zhiyuan collision with the Japanese ship Yoshino, the destruction of the entire Beiyang Navy, and the signing of the Treaty of Shimonoseki between China and Japan will be reproduced on the stage.
This round of performances will last from April 27 to May 4, performing eight grand and shocking Sino-Japanese War dramas for the audience.
editor, Xu Meilin
proofreader, Liu Jun
