| dc.description.abstract | This paper primarily focuses on the study of the Hakka children′s play ＂The Kite.＂ ＂The Kite＂ is the first Hakka children′s play produced by the SHOW Theater Company since its establishment in 2008, and it premiered in 2011. The kite symbolizes the free growth of children, with elders desiring for children to soar freely like kites.
The research objective of this paper is to use ＂The Kite＂ play as the main text, centered around children, aiming to explore the process of the Hakka ethnic group and Hakka culture. The study seeks to understand how the play ＂The Kite＂ plays a role in promoting Hakka language development and cultural heritage, analyzing the gender, social, and educational issues presented in the Hakka children′s play ＂The Kite,＂ as well as its application of the Hakka language. Furthermore, the paper examines the future directions for the development of Hakka children′s plays, including strategies to enhance content quality, expand performance scope, and increase collaboration with other countries.
The research will employ methods such as literature analysis, secondary data analysis, and qualitative interviews to explore from multiple angles. Through interviews with participating actors and collecting audience feedback on performances, these interviews and viewpoints will be carefully categorized and interpreted to provide deeper insights and discussions. Through the comprehensive application of these methods, this study contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the impact of ＂The Kite＂ within the Hakka ethnic group and culture, presenting diverse research perspectives.
The study draws the following conclusions: The Hakka children′s play ＂The Kite＂ indeed plays a significant role in promoting Hakka language development and cultural heritage, as evidenced by actor interviews and audience feedback. The play has a positive influence in promoting Hakka language and enhancing its usage. Audiences exhibit considerable interest and resonance with themes such as gender roles, rising female consciousness, intergenerational parenting, urban-rural disparities, and educational issues portrayed in the play. These themes stimulate deeper contemplation and understanding among the audience, leading to positive responses. The Hakka children′s play ＂The Kite＂ positively impacts Hakka culture promotion and language inheritance through its multifaceted influence. | en_US |