In the temple of art, every star exudes his own light, but there is an artist whose light is even more mysterious at night. During the day, he is the star on the stage, dazzling; At night, however, he stepped into the world of spies and remained incognito. This artist, Lan Tianye, is 94 years old, looking back on his legendary life, it seems to be a gripping drama.
The Path of Art: The Miracle of Childhood Cultivation.
His name resounded in the art arena across the land of China, but his real identity was a hidden underground party member. Wang Runsen, whose name may be less known on stage, is full of dramatic turns and thrilling adventures. As a child, he spent his childhood in the cultural atmosphere of the ancient capital of Beiping, where he was exposed to various art forms from an early age, and the protection during the war gave him more time to immerse himself in his own small world, and painting became his paradise.
At that time, art was regarded as a noble pursuit, and Wang Runsen's parents hoped that he could improve his life through art. Over time, his artistic talent was revealed. Wang Runsen's paintings not only show exquisite skills, but also reveal his unique insights into life and a deep understanding of beauty.
The Anti-Japanese Years: Transformations on the Drama Stage.
However, the outbreak of the Anti-Japanese War in 1937 brought a huge change in Wang Runsen's life. The baptism of war made him think deeply about the responsibility and mission of artists in the face of national disasters. In that turbulent era, art was not only for aesthetic enjoyment, but also a means to transmit strength and stimulate the national spirit. As a result, Wang Runsen's artistic pursuit has undergone a fundamental change.
At the suggestion of a friend, Wang Runsen joined the drama club and began his career as a drama actor. The drama stage has become a platform for him to express his thoughts on the times and his concern for the nation. Every time he takes the stage, every character he creates, is his way of fighting war and conveying hope. Through drama, he found a new way of artistic expression, which also laid a solid foundation for his later artistic career.
Top of the stage: Stars of the day.
Lantian Ye, this name is like a rising star in the drama world, lighting up the stage of that era. He just stepped into the drama stage, and with his natural and powerful performance, he quickly won the recognition of the audience and his peers. Every role he plays on the stage seems to be an extension of himself, whether it is the depth of a tragic hero or the lightness of a comedic character, he can control it with ease.
Although his artistic path started from the ordinary, his talent and love for the art of drama allowed him to go further and higher on this path. He not only showed his extraordinary talent on stage, but also relentlessly researched and explored behind the scenes, constantly injecting new vitality and creativity into his artistic career. Lantian Ye's success is not accidental, but the result of his endless passion and perseverance in the art of drama.
Nightfall: The mystery of a spy career.
In 1945, during the critical period after the victory of the Anti-Japanese War, Lantian Ye's life trajectory took an important turn. Under the guidance of his sister Shi Mei, he developed a deep admiration for the Communist Party of China and finally decided to join the party organization. That year, he was only 18 years old, and his young heart resonated strongly with the future prospects of the country and the nation.
His participation was not impulsive, but a deliberate choice. He deeply felt the commitment and responsibility of the Communist Party of China to the country and the people, which coincided with his deep yearning for justice and the future. He realized that as an artist, he should not just stay on the stage to perform, but should be more involved in the great cause of the country and the nation.
Actor by day, spy by night: the perfect combination of art and country.
In the life of a spy, in order to better protect himself and carry out the mission, Lan Tianye chose a new name - Lan Tianye. This name not only symbolizes his desire for freedom and the future, but also becomes a symbol of his life in the world of espionage. Lan Tianye's spy life is full of challenges and dangers. He had to play various roles perfectly on stage, but also carry out dangerous intelligence work among the enemy.
In the process of carrying out the mission, Lantian Ye constantly faced various dangers and challenges. Once, during an important intelligence mission, he was almost discovered by the enemy and nearly lost his life. But with his extraordinary wit and courage, he managed to get out of danger and complete the mission. This experience not only tested his courage and wisdom, but also tempered his will and faith.
The Renaissance of Art: The Resurgence of New China.
With the founding of the People's Republic of China, Lantian Ye's artistic career ushered in a new chapter. He returned to Peking and became an important member of the Beijing People's Art Theater, where he continued to shine on the drama stage. In this new era, Lantian Ye perfectly combines his love for art and loyalty to the country, and through classic works such as "Teahouse" and "Home", he shows the complex psychological changes of the characters under social changes and the profound imprint of the times. His performance is not only a display of art, but also a conveyance of the spirit of the new era and a deep reflection on social changes, contributing to China's renaissance and development.
As an important promoter of Chinese art, Lan Tianye's contribution is not limited to his personal artistic achievements. His work at the Beijing People's Art Theater, as well as his later studies and teaching at the ** Drama Academy, greatly promoted the development of Chinese drama art. He is not only an outstanding actor, but also an outstanding art educator, who has cultivated a large number of outstanding drama actors and injected new vitality into China's artistic career. In his later years, he returned to the art of painting, and used his brush to show his thinking about life and the pursuit of beauty, and his paintings have been widely recognized and appreciated.
Honorary coronation: the splendor of the blue sky field.
In 2021, Lantian Ye was awarded the "July 1st Medal", which is not only an affirmation of his artistic achievements, but also a high praise for his lifelong service to the country and the people. He once said that it was the Communist Party and the Chinese Revolution that gave him the stage as an artist, enabling him to express his deep affection for the country and the nation through art. In that turbulent era, choosing to join the Communist Party was on the right side of history for Lantian Ye, and it was also a sticking to his beliefs.
He knew very well that only with national independence and national liberation could art develop better and the people live a happy life. Therefore, Lantian Ye's choice is the result of his deep thinking about the relationship between personal beliefs, artistic pursuits and the destiny of the country. At the age of 94, he used his legendary life to interpret the extraordinary life of an actor during the day and a spy at night.