The Archive · 1936

MEI LONG-FANG ASKED TO LONDON

Reported Offer of Part in "Lady Precious Stream"

Tsinan, Nov. 28

Mr. Mei Lan-fang, premier Chinese female impersonator, has been invited to play in "Lady Precious Stream" in London by Mr. 8. 1. Hstung, the producer, according to a report cir~ Culated here to-day. "Mr. Melis quoted as saying that he docs not believe it would be suitable to change the present play into an opera as the dialogue would not fit in well. He would like to have a further dis cussion with Mr. Hsiung on the sub-Jeet before accepting the invitation.

The famous actor, who is giving two benefit performances for the Suiyuan troops, is planning to leave on a tour to America and Europe next year—Central New:

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