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Century-old Chinese opera faces declining popularity in modern Thailand / V000_9X26EM
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A performer of a traditional Chinese opera in Thailand recounts the days when his troupe attracted thousands of audiences.
"But now that number is just impossible," says Tatchai Obtong, 55-year-old manager and performer at Sai Yong Hong troupe.
Chinese opera was brought to Thailand by the Teochew Chinese immigrants back in the 19th century.
But the century-old Chinese opera is declining in popularity in Bangkok, with factors such as language barriers playing a part. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES