Bai Yushuang (1907-1943). the renowned Queen of Pingju. learned playing drums when she was young. But later she shifted to Pingju. and became famous for her superb performance and sweet bourdon. The Bai School of Pingju was named after Bai Yushuang.

Pingju is a type of opera originated in what is known as Lian Hua Lao in northern China and the local folk dance called Beng Beng Xi. It can be easily understood.

Lian Hua Lao (popular songs sung to the accompaniment of castanets). which had long been popular in Hebei Province and northeast China. developed into Pingju. Pingju troupes often put on shows in the theaters in Tangshan. Tianjin and other cities. This form of entertainment owes much to the efforts of Bai Yushuang.

The representative works of Bai Yushuang include Pan Jinlian and Peachblossom Temple.