This is the local drama style of Anhui Province, and was called Huangmei Tune or Caicha Opera in the past. It developed from folk songs and dances, and is popular in Anhui, Jiangxi and Hubei provinces.

Its tunes maintain the flavor of folk songs, graceful and sweet-sounding. Famous actors and actresses include Yan Fengying, Wang Shaofang and Pan Jingli.