Chinese Opera

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Chinese opera is also known as?

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Peking Opera

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Chinese opera has been performed in China for:

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C. Over 300 years

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Unique costumes and makeup in Chinese opera:

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Brightly colored, elaborate costumes with painted faces featuring patterns and symbols.

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Purpose of makeup in Chinese opera?

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To easily identify characters.

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Singing style in Chinese opera?

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Fast-paced and high-pitched

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Instruments used in Chinese opera?

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Traditional Chinese instruments

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Exciting aspect of Chinese opera?

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The martial arts and acrobatics

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4 major characters of Peking Opera?

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A. 生 旦 净 丑

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Role of "生" in Peking Opera?

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Male role

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Role of "丑" in Peking Opera?

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Clown/jester role