Ninghai ancient stage

Ninghai ancient stage

There are about 120 ancient theatres in Ninghai, most of which are caisson. The most exquisite ones, namely Chongxing temple and Aohu ancestral temple, are the three connected caisson and stage, and the two connected caisson and stage represented by Xiapu Weishi ancestral temple and panjia'ao Panshi ancestral temple, are all displayed in the world in the form of exquisite crafts. There are more single caisson stages and many exquisite works. Caisson, used in important buildings in ancient times, is also common in the stage. In practical function, it plays the role of amplifying and closing, making the stage art more perfect. The most exquisite technique is used in the craft, which integrates excellent aesthetic conception, carving and color painting, and focuses on rendering its high and luxurious state.

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Ninghai ancient stage (national key cultural relics protection unit)

Ninghai ancient stage originated in the song and Yuan Dynasties and prevailed in the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

On May 25th, 2006, the third consecutive caisson of Ninghai ancient stage is often attached to the most exquisite ancient stage buildings, making it an integral part. The second continuous caisson is also distributed in the more beautiful ancient stage buildings. Sanlian guancaijing stage has not been found in other places of Zhejiang Province, only three in Ninghai (the other is sun's ancestral hall in Zhangshu village, Xidian town). There are still 10 theaters in Ninghai, and the Wei ancestral hall in Xiapu and the pan ancestral hall in panjia'ao are the most representative. There are about a dozen counties on the platform of the single algae well, and the Town God's Temple in the county town (the site of Wang Xitong uprising, the provincial cultural relic protection unit). The stage is the most exquisite. The above stages preserve their historical features, convey the information of ancient art, and comprehensively display their value taste. They can be regarded as rare fine arts. In particular, the application of the triple trellis caisson with extremely high specifications in Ninghai seems to be a challenge for the local villagers to the ancient architecture system, which is in line with the strong and unyielding folk custom of Ninghai.

In January 2010, Ninghai set up a leading group for the declaration of "hometown of Chinese ancient stage". Chu yinliang, deputy secretary of the county Party committee and head of the county, personally served as the group leader. Wang Jianyun, member of the Standing Committee of the county Party committee and Minister of publicity, and you Lingjuan, deputy head of the county, served as the Deputy group leader. They formally submitted an application for "hometown of Chinese ancient stage" to China Folk Artists Association. On April 26 and 27, deputy secretary of China Folk Artists Association Seven members of the expert review group of "hometown of Chinese ancient stage culture", headed by Zhao Tiexin, the head of the group, inspected the ancient stage architecture and culture in our county, and listened to the report on the work of creating "hometown of ancient stage culture" in our county. Through on-the-spot investigation and reports, experts agreed that our county has a large number of ancient theatres, distinctive features, profound heritage and well preserved, which are very precious historical relics. Through collective review and discussion, they agreed to propose that the Chinese Folk Artists Association award our county the title of "hometown of Chinese ancient theatres culture"; on May 20, during the Eighth China XuXiake Festival, 2 010 China (Ninghai) woodwork Culture Forum was held. For a while, guests gathered and experts and scholars gathered. At the woodwork culture forum, the awarding ceremony of "the hometown of Chinese ancient stage culture" was specially held. So far, Ninghai has officially become the only "hometown of ancient stage culture" in China.

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Ninghai ancient stage originated in the song and Yuan Dynasties, but most of them were built in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. At that time, with the rapid development of social economy in the south of the Yangtze River, folk opera art was widely spread. Ninghai was located in the south of the Yangtze River, close to the mountains and coastal waters. Acting activities were very popular, and a large number of ancient stages were built at the right time.

Ninghai's ancient stage is mainly ancestral stage and temple stage. The structure includes the main stage, backstage, watchtower and caisson. Some of the stages are vertically arranged with three or two caissons of different forms, which is rare in China. Stage caisson is not only of positive significance to opera singing in acoustics, but also of strong artistic effect in decoration. In the construction, the competition mechanism is introduced, and two teams of craftsmen work separately along the central axis. It is also a very rare construction method.

For a long time, the government attaches great importance to it, the people participate in it, and the functional departments play a role in it. Up to now, more than 100 ancient stage buildings have been preserved, among which the 10 ancient stage buildings listed as the national cultural protection are the best. Let people feel its exquisite structure, gorgeous decoration, feel its profound cultural heritage.

Ninghai ancient stage not only has a large number, but also has a unique architectural style. The stage includes the main stage, backstage, watchtower, caisson and other elements. What's amazing is that the stage is vertically arranged with three or two different forms of connected caissons, Carving Dragons and painting phoenixes, as well as luxury, which is rare in China and has high cultural value.

Caisson, also known as chicken cage roof, is a round dome at the top of the ancient stage. Caisson is different with the luxury of the stage. Generally speaking, if you evaluate a stage, you just need to look at caisson. Such as Ninghai three or two connected, fine carving, high artistic in the country or very few. Caisson not only has the effect of closing the voice and increasing the volume of opera singing in acoustics, but also has the effect of bearing and beautifying in architectural decoration.

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Since the Ming and Qing Dynasties, relying on the advantages of mountain and sea, Ninghai has developed rapidly in economy and society. Most of the villages live in the same clan. The construction of ancestral halls and temples is very popular. Almost every village has ancestral halls. Ancestral hall is a place for ancestor worship, which is composed of gate, veranda, stage, patio, main hall and so on. When villagers worship their ancestors every year, they have to perform.

Regional factors are also one of the reasons for the prosperity of Ninghai opera. Ninghai was originally under the jurisdiction of Taizhou government, close to Xinchang, Tiantai and other places with drama tradition. It is also very convenient to travel to and from Shengzhou. Foreign troupes often come to perform and have a growing influence. Many local Troupes have sprung up. In addition, Ninghai people always attach importance to culture, like drama, know how to appreciate it, and are good at communication Celebrities and legends. If the drama is prosperous, the stage will be prosperous.

Main representatives

Ancient stage of Chongxing Temple

The ancient stage of Chongxing temple is located between Shijia village and Houxi village in Xidian town. It is shared by the two villages. Shijia and Houxi are of the same clan and surname. The villagers all have the surname of Shi. It is the successor of Shi Xianwen, the Fengzhi official of Daowen in Song Qian. In the middle of Kangxi, the suoxing temple was founded in shichengwo (1643-1722). Shiyuntai and wuyiding were moved to Chongxing temple in 1841. The stage and Sanlian guancaijing system were built at the same time.

Ancient stage of Aohu ancestral hall

The ancient stage of Aohu ancestral hall is located in Aohu village, Meilin street. In the second year of Jiaqing in Qing Dynasty, Yixiang gave birth to Hu Yuanshi (1

729-1812). In 1854, Hu Yinjie took the lead in rebuilding the three flat houses in the front hall into five buildings. The funds were donated by all the houses in the family and built by the method of "splitting and doing". In the 1920's, the stage and corridor (commonly known as I-shaped house) were transformed, and three continuous caissons were added. It was announced as a county-level cultural relics protection unit in 2003 and a provincial-level cultural relics protection unit in 2005. Ancient stage of Wei clan ancestral hall in Xiapu

Ancient stage of Wei clan ancestral hall in Xiapu

The ancient stage of Xiapu Wei ancestral hall is located between Houzhou and Xiayang villages in Qiangjiao town. Wei's ancestral hall is shared by two villages, which are collectively called Xiapu. Wei's descendants built three halls in 1669 and five in Daoguang. In 1890, Yimen, stage, xianglou, etc. were built in accordance with the central axis from east to west. They are commonly known as "qizuozuo", so they have different styles.

Ancient stage of Pan's ancestral hall in panjia'ao

The ancient stage of Pan's ancestral hall is located in panjia'ao village, Hu Street, Qiaotou. It was built by Pan Jiaxing, Jiasi and Jiayu in the reign of Emperor Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty (1784). There are three Jianheng halls and one stage. To Jiaqing Gengwu (1810), the head of the clan built five ante hall buildings. In 1922, Emperor Zong's chief pan DAPIN took charge of the overhaul of the front stage and the two chambers. Pan's ancestral hall adopts the technique of "splitting and making".

Shuangzhi Temple ancient stage

Shuangzhimiao ancient stage is located in Qingtan village, Shenzhen town

. Shuangzhi temple has always been the main temple in Li'ao area. It was first built by Zhang Shishang and Zhang Tingyu in the Ming Dynasty (1505-1521 AD). It was originally named Lingyin Temple. It has two entrances and five bays in front and back. The eaves of the hall are high, the two chambers are exquisitely carved, and the stage is covered with a caisson. During the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty (1573-1619 A.D.), the three surnamed Li'ao, Zhang, Zhu and Kong raised money to rebuild the temple and changed it into "Shuangzhi Temple". In the first year of the Republic of China (1911 AD), the stage was repaired again; in 1933, Zhenxuan and others rebuilt the main hall. In 2003, shuangzhimiao ancient stage was announced as a county-level cultural relics protection unit.

Town God's Temple ancient stage

Town God's Temple ancient stage is located on the South Road of Yue long street, Taoyuan. Town God's Temple was founded in the first year of Tang Yongchang (690), South.

It was rebuilt in the first year of song Longxing (1163). In 1935, a large scale maintenance was carried out in Town God's Temple, and four columns of two columns were replaced by the two columns.

Ancient stage of Chen's ancestral hall in Dragon Palace

The ancient stage of Chen's ancestral hall is located at the entrance of Longgong village, Shenzhen town. Chen's ancestral hall was built in the early Qing Dynasty. It has a beautiful environment, with Longxi in the South and Shishan in the north. From south to north, they are Zhaobi, qiantianjing, Yimen, zhongtianjing, Zhongting, stage, houtianjing and Zhengting.

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