Chen Hsing-yu's scathing review of ex-husband's clinic sparks calls for opera performance

A public dispute has erupted following a scathing online review by Chen Hsing-yu, daughter of former Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian. Chen, a dentist, left a one-star rating on her ex-husband Chao Chien-ming's clinic's Google page, publicly announcing the end of their 25-year marriage.

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If I were to invite Ming Hwa Yuan to seal off Wufei Street to perform The Case of Executing Mei, would that be possible?

In her review, Chen accused Chao of medical negligence regarding their family's healthcare and alleged inappropriate conduct with a nurse at his clinic. The review quickly gained traction, drawing significant public attention and discussion.

Following the disappearance of negative reviews from Chao's clinic page, online users proposed a unique form of protest: staging a live performance of the traditional Chinese opera "The Case of Executing Mei" (also known as "Qin Xianglian") near the clinic. This suggestion sparked a lively online debate, with many expressing enthusiasm for the idea.

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If fundraising is needed, please broadcast it widely. Tainan residents will surely donate enthusiastically.

Users on the Threads platform discussed logistics, suggesting costumes for Chao that reflect his profession and even proposing to "seal off" Wufei Street for the performance. Some users offered to contribute financially to fund the event, with one user even sharing a screenshot of an inquiry sent to a local opera troupe. The idea has resonated with many, who see it as a creative and culturally relevant way to express their sentiments.

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If in the courtroom scene, Qin Xianglian prints out the Google one-star review and throws it at Chen Shi-mei's face, I'll pay 8,000 yuan.