The Legendary Road of Star Shadows Duo

Ling Yichen, a modern movie star, unexpectedly transmigrates to the ancient entertainment industry after an accident. Reborn, he is determined to rewrite his destiny.

In a theater troupe, he ...

Chapter 106 Using Modern Knowledge to Change Ancient Entertainment

In terms of sound effects, Lu Zixuan used ancient musical instruments and some simple sound-producing devices to simulate various natural sound effects in modern times, such as the sound of wind, rain, thunder, and horses' hooves, as well as special sound effects such as the sound of weapons clashing and shouts of crowds in battle scenes. These sound effects, in conjunction with the actors' performances and stage lighting, make the audience feel as if they are there, and more deeply immersed in the opera story.

As their innovative measures in the ancient entertainment industry gradually took hold, the entire entertainment world of the prosperous dynasty was shaken. Theater audiences grew exponentially, with both high-ranking officials and commoners drawn to this new form of theatrical performance. Actors, who had previously held a relatively low social status, gained greater respect and attention as a result of these changes. Their performances were no longer merely a form of entertainment, but a cultural feast that blended the essence of modern and ancient art.

However, their path to reform was not without its challenges. Some traditional opera figures questioned and opposed their innovations. They argued that ancient opera, with its long history and traditional performance methods, should not be altered by these foreign, novel ideas and techniques. They worried that these changes would destroy the authenticity of ancient opera and cause it to lose its original artistic charm. Faced with these doubts and opposition, Ling Yichen, Jun Moran, and Lu Zixuan did not back down. They actively communicated and exchanged ideas with traditional opera figures, explaining the significance and value of combining modern knowledge with ancient opera. They invited these traditional figures to watch the innovative opera performances, allowing them to experience firsthand its charm and changes.

In a grand opera performance, Ling Yichen, Jun Moran, and Lu Zixuan incorporated all their innovative elements. On stage, the actors, dressed in exquisite costumes designed by Jun Moran, and enhanced by the stage backdrop, lighting, and sound effects meticulously arranged by Lu Zixuan, vividly portrayed the opera story using the performance techniques taught by Ling Yichen. The audience was deeply captivated by this spectacular performance, their applause and cheers rising and falling for a long time. Even those in the traditional opera world who had previously questioned innovation had to admit, after watching the performance, that the introduction of these modern concepts had indeed brought new vitality and development opportunities to ancient opera.

This performance became a significant milestone in the transformation of the entertainment industry during the Shenghua Dynasty. Subsequently, more and more people began to accept and learn the modern entertainment knowledge and concepts they brought, and the ancient entertainment industry gradually presented a prosperous and diverse new landscape. Ling Yichen, Jun Moran, and Lu Zixuan also realized their value in this process; they used modern knowledge to change ancient entertainment, becoming a bridge for cultural exchange and integration between the two eras, leaving a profound mark on the long river of history.