据悉，库尔勒市多个学校开设戏曲课，越来越多学生开始认识戏曲、爱上戏曲。11岁的阿依夏·艾散是 学员之一，她表演起京剧《卖水》时有模有样。"我觉得穿上戏服特别漂亮，戏曲也很有趣。当站上舞 台表演时，我可高兴了。" "我从小就喜欢戏曲，转行十多年后回归，就是希望把它传承下去。"周晓宁说，戏曲传承的土壤在民 间，活力在全民。希望这门老艺术成为所有人可亲、可感、可参与的生活美学。(完) 中新网乌鲁木齐12月17日电 (杨柳青 胡嘉琛)"清早起来菱花镜子照，梳一个油头桂花香。"17日，在新 疆库尔勒小螺号文化艺术培训托管中心，婉转的唱腔飘荡，孩子们一招一式地比划戏曲动作，眉眼间满 是认真。这方小天地的"掌舵人"是武旦、闺门旦出身的周晓宁，她怀揣一腔热忱，让戏曲艺术在少年心 间落地生根。 1993年，周晓宁考入陕西省戏曲研究院培训班，专攻秦腔表演。夏练三伏、冬练三九，唱念做打、手眼 身法步的基本功训练，是周晓宁最深刻的印记。学成后，她来到库尔勒市，投身戏曲表演工作，在舞台 上塑造了不少鲜活的戏曲人物形象。 2005年，周晓宁转行文化领域。"转行的时光里，我总觉得心里空落落的。"此后，周晓宁辞去工作，走 进当地校园，担任戏 ...

Core Insights - The increasing demand for lifelong learning among the elderly has led to the rise of community senior universities, which serve as important venues for enriching their later years [1][23] - Community senior universities face challenges such as funding shortages, lack of qualified teachers, and limited space, prompting them to explore sustainable development strategies [1][9][23] Funding and Operational Challenges - Community senior universities typically charge low tuition fees, such as 60 yuan per semester, which barely covers material costs and does not sufficiently support teacher salaries [9][23] - The annual operating cost of these institutions is around 70,000 to 80,000 yuan, with funding primarily sourced from community party service funds, which are also allocated to various other community activities [9][10] - The lack of government support for specialized funding exacerbates the financial strain, making it difficult to attract younger, professionally trained teachers [9][10][23] Educational Offerings and Community Engagement - Classes at community senior universities are diverse, including painting, calligraphy, and traditional Chinese opera, with a significant number of students willing to travel long distances to attend [8][14] - The community senior university has cultivated over 4,000 students since its inception in 2004, becoming a hub for social interaction and cultural exchange among the elderly [8][23] - The educational environment is characterized by high student engagement, with classes often filled to capacity and students actively participating in discussions and peer evaluations [5][7][14] Innovative Solutions for Sustainability - To address the shortage of teachers, community senior universities are tapping into local talent by recruiting skilled residents to teach classes, thereby enhancing the quality of education [15][20] - Partnerships with local educational institutions and organizations are being formed to provide professional teaching resources and expand course offerings [17][22] - Community-driven initiatives, such as electing class leaders from among the students, help manage classes and reduce operational burdens on the community [20][22] Importance of Community Senior Universities - These institutions play a crucial role in meeting the educational and social needs of the elderly, contributing to their mental well-being and community cohesion [13][23] - The success of community senior universities highlights the need for a supportive framework involving government, community, and social organizations to ensure their long-term viability and effectiveness [23]