Hong Bao Chang
Hong Bao Chang (紅包場) is a form of Taiwanese Cabaret (i.e. karaoke) popular among the Taiwanese older generations.
Today, these
sessions involve singers performing to famous Taiwanese or Hong Kong pop songs
from the 1970s, such as “Unforgettable” (意難忘) and “The
Moon Represents My Heart” (月亮代表我的心).
In addition, friendly interactions such as cracking jokes between the
audience and the performer are usually carried out to build a stronger rapport
between both parties. In return, many of these singers receive red packets
during their performance as a form of appreciation for their talent.
While these
sessions may not be as commonly seen as before, it remains representative as one
of the favourite past times carried out by the older generations in Wanhua.
After all, Wanhua, being the oldest district of Taipei is heavily populated
with the aged.
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