Li Guilian, a Jin opera performer, performs onstage at Baotou Grand Theater on Feb 4, Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region. Jin opera?is a type of opera originating in the central area of Shanxi province. Jin?is the shortened form for Shanxi. It is one of the four Bangzi operas, a type of opera distinguished by its use of wooden clappers and energetic singing, which is extremely popular in Shanxi province, the Inner Mongolia autonomous region, and Hebei province. [Photo/Baotou Daily]