Chapter I Origins and Contexts _1 1. Introduction of the Drama _1 2. A Brief Critique of the Drama _9 3. Historical Accounts of Liu Luoguo_17 Chapter II Theatrical Performances of the Drama _30 1. Playwrights _30 2. Music Composer _42 3. Directors _46 4. Categories of Roles _55 5. Actors _58 6. Costumes _88 7. Stage Design _90 8. Lighting Design _94 Chapter III Influence of the Story _98 1. Detective Novel Judge and Detective Liu _98 2. TV Serial Prime Minister Liu Luoguo _103 3. Beijing Opera TV Serial Prime Minister Liu Luoguo _105 Script of the Opera _108 1. Volume 1 Initial Test _108 2. Volume 2 Night Trial _172 3. Volume 3 Praise Plum Blossoms 228 Appendix: The Beijing Opera ABC _284 Works Consulted and Cited _336
