Plum Blossom fairy tale holiday treat for children

Plum blossom has a long and important history in Chinese traditional culture, representing endurance in times of hardship, and hope in the depths of winter.

A children's play "The Flower God" premiered in Beijing on October 1, 2017. [Photo provided to China Plus]

A play based on the folk tale opened on China's National Day on October 1st and is entertaining young audiences throughout the holiday in Beijing.

A children's play "The Flower God" premiered in Beijing on October 1, 2017. [Photo provided to China Plus]

"The Flower God", staged by the China National Theater for Children, tells the story of how Plum Blossom is given the important job by the Flower God of decorating winter.

A children's play "The Flower God" premiered in Beijing on October 1, 2017. [Photo provided to China Plus]

In the play, she encounters and conquers adversity and many hardships to become a true fairy.

The play includes flower-themed poems and songs, enabling children audiences to better comprehend China's traditional culture.

A children's play "The Flower God" premiered in Beijing on October 1, 2017. [Photo provided to China Plus]

The blossoms are represented by dozens of fairies, each with different costume designs, hairstyles and fans.

A children's play "The Flower God" premiered in Beijing on October 1, 2017. [Photo provided to China Plus]

"The Flower God" will continue on stage until October 7th.