10月2日，在台湾大学开幕的"白先勇教授文学特展"吸引年轻观众参观。中新社记者 朱贺 摄 开展当天，近百位白先勇的好友、书迷、戏迷到场参观。中新社记者看到，有读者留言："能够透过文 字认识白老师，是莫大的荣幸"。白先勇坦言，捐赠藏书的初衷是"让学弟学妹体验阅读之乐，分享我的 人生经验"。 10月2日，"白先勇教授文学特展"在台湾大学图书馆开展。开幕式上，台湾作家白先勇回忆青年时代的 文学岁月。中新社记者 朱贺 摄 白先勇1937年出生于广西，20世纪50年代初移居台湾，1957年考入台大外文系，并与同侪创办《现代文 学》杂志。后旅美执教数十年，退休重返台大开设"昆曲新美学"与"红楼梦导读"课程，致力于传播中国 古典文学之美，深受师生欢迎。2023年，他将美国居所的藏书与手稿捐赠母校。当天举行的文学特展， 即以此批资料为核心，辅以台大图书馆馆藏资源，展现白先勇的文学轨迹，展至11月17日。 中新社台北10月2日电 (记者 朱贺)"我人生中最快乐、最有冲劲的时光，就是在台大办《现代文学》。 那时不知天高地厚，对我们而言，文学是'大写的'，是安身立命的所在、心灵唯一的寄托。它如一扇天 窗，带我们看到外面的世界。" ...

Group 1 - The 17th "Influencing the World Chinese" ceremony took place on July 18 in Beijing, focusing on the theme "Key Choices in Life" and featuring a creative light show and digital storytelling to present the life trajectories and spiritual realms of the awardees [1][5] - Notable awardees included Chen Qingquan, the first Chinese Academy of Engineering academician from Hong Kong, actor and singer Fei Xiang, and the "Chinese Space Station Youth Builders Team" [2] - The ceremony was co-initiated by Phoenix TV Group and various Chinese media outlets worldwide, with broadcasts scheduled for July 26 across multiple channels [7] Group 2 - Fei Xiang, who has been an influential figure in cultural exchange for over 40 years, received the "Influencing the World Chinese Award" and shared his thoughts on the ceremony's theme, emphasizing the collective contributions of individuals to make the world a better place [10][11] - Bai Xianyong, known for his efforts in promoting Kunqu opera, received a special tribute award, highlighting his dedication to cultural revival through the youth version of "Peony Pavilion," which has toured over 500 performances globally [12][14] - Academician Yao Qizhi, a Turing Award winner, was honored with the "Lifetime Achievement Award," and he expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to scientific innovation, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts in technology [15][18]

Core Viewpoint - The "Youth Version of Peony Pavilion" has successfully engaged a new generation of performers and audiences, revitalizing Kunqu opera and integrating traditional culture with modern sensibilities [1][4]. Group 1: Performance and Audience Engagement - The first performance of the "Youth Version of Peony Pavilion" at Southeast University featured an 86% cast of post-2000 actors, with an average age of around 22 years [1]. - The production has been performed over 500 times in 20 years, becoming a representative work of "youth literature and art" [1]. - The success of the youth version is attributed to government support, social recognition, and public appreciation for Kunqu [1]. Group 2: Training and Artistic Development - The production began in 2003, focusing on cultivating artistic talent through a rigorous three-month training program that included 10-hour daily sessions [2]. - The training covered various aspects of performance, leading to significant improvements among young actors, who are seen as the torchbearers for Kunqu's future [2]. - The adaptation of the script aimed to bridge classical drama with modern audiences while preserving the essence of the original work [2]. Group 3: Cultural Significance and Modern Relevance - The recent production of "Handan Ji" demonstrates Kunqu's ability to respond to contemporary needs while respecting traditional narratives [3]. - The evolution of Kunqu is closely linked to cultural development, with the "Youth Version of Peony Pavilion" being a systematic cultural and social project [3]. - The goal is to guide modern audiences to appreciate the beauty of Kunqu, ensuring its relevance in contemporary life [3][4]. Group 4: Innovation and Future Prospects - The integration of diverse cultural resources and innovative approaches is essential for the ongoing vitality of Kunqu [4]. - The "Youth Version of Peony Pavilion" serves as an artistic bridge between Kunqu and contemporary society, illustrating the dynamic nature of traditional culture [4].