Guan Xuezeng

Biography

Guan Xuezeng (1 August 1922 – 27 September 2006), originally named Guan Shiqing, also known as Guan Kuansheng, was a Chinese artist of Manchu ethnicity from the Gūwalgiya clan. He was a renowned performer of Beijing Qinshu (Beijing drum storytelling). He came from a distinguished lineage, being a descendant in the 10th generation of Ao Bai, 8th generation of Da Fu, and 7th generation of Dai Tun. He was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 4th China Quyi Peony Awards, one of the highest honors in Chinese performing arts. His son, Guan Shaozeng, is an actor, and his granddaughter, Guan Xiaotong, is a well-known Chinese actress and singer.