Chapter I
Origins of the Story and the Script
1. Song Maocheng and Story of Betrayal
2. Feng Menglong and Du Shiniang Angrily Sinks the Jewel Box
Chapter II
Aspects of the Drama
1. Synopsis of the plotline
2. Introduction of the main characters
Chapter III
The Spread of the Drama
1. Brief history of publication and performance
2. Influence at home
3. Influence abroad
Chapter IV
Stage Practices
1. The categories of roles
2. Singing design
3. Costume design
4. Stage art design and props
Chapter V
Reviews and Commentaries
The Play Script with Annotations
Historical Sources and Notes
The Beijing Opera ABC
Works Consulted and Cited
Bibliography