23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
The Guardian of Chinese Street Opera
He is more than just a performer — he is a silent hero, safeguarding the fading art of Chinese street opera. Once a common sight on the streets, Chinese street opera is now rarely seen. How through his hands, this dying tradition still breathes. He carries the spirit of a culture that refuses to be forgotten.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 03.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Tanjung Sepat, Malaysia |
| Copyright: | © Lam Soon Tak |