Folk art fair resumes offline events after three years of suspension in C China's Henan-Xinhua

Folk art fair resumes offline events after three years of suspension in C China's Henan

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2023-02-04 07:54:23

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist puts on makeup at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Students perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Liu Lanfang, one of China's most outstanding storytelling master, performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Liu Lanfang, one of China's most outstanding storytelling master, performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

People enjoy performances at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Cai Xiangxin)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Song Yanhua)

This photo taken on Feb. 3, 2023 shows the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

This aerial photo taken on Feb. 3, 2023 shows the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Li An)

This photo taken on Feb. 3, 2023 shows the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A child enjoys performances at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist puts on makeup at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Song Yanhua)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Li An)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Li An)

This aerial photo taken on Feb. 3, 2023 shows folk artists performing at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Li An)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Cai Xiangxin)

A folk artist introduces his instruments at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Song Yanhua)

People visit the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Li An)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Cai Xiangxin)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Li An)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Song Yanhua)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Cai Xiangxin)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Song Yanhua)

A folk artist puts on makeup at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Song Yanhua)

Folk artists perform at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Song Yanhua)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Song Yanhua)

A folk artist performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Lan Hongguang)

Liu Lanfang, one of China's most outstanding storytelling master, performs at the Quyi fair in Majie Village of Baofeng County, central China's Henan Province, Feb. 3, 2023. The Majie Quyi Fair resumed its offline events after three years of suspension on Friday, the 13th day of the first month on the Chinese lunar calendar. Folk artists from across the country gathered in Majie village to take part in the fair. The folk art fair in Majie has a history of over 700 years. The event is said to originate from a prestigious folk artist in the village, whose many disciples gathered to celebrate his birthday in 1316. The birthday celebration later evolved into a folk art fair. Chinese folk art, or Quyi, has many forms, including ballad singing, story telling and cross talk, etc. (Xinhua/Li An)