Significance
Before widespread formal education, Cantonese opera taught morals and messages to its audiences rather than being solely entertainment. The government used theatre to promote the idea of be loyal to the emperor and love the kingdom (忠君愛國). Thus, the government examined the theatre frequently and would ban any theatre if an unbeneficial message was conveyed or considered.
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