Elegant and colorful: How is facial makeup done for Peking Opera artists | Xinhua Culture&Travel

Peking Opera masks are a unique form of facial makeup in the traditional Chinese art of Peking Opera. The colorful masks indicate the identity, character, age, and other traits of the opera characters. Experienced audiences can discern characters' nature and moral alignment just by observing their masks. #ChineseTreasures | Discover China

Charmful traditional Chinese operas Peking opera is the dominant form of Chinese opera, combining music, vocal performance, mime, dance, and acrobatics. Cantonese Opera originated in southern China's Cantonese culture, and involves singing, martial arts, and acting. Yueju Opera is skillful in narration and sentiment, its performance is characterized by beautiful singing with aesthetic and elegant moods. #UnderstandingChina #art #Chineseopera | Understanding China