The story-lines come from folk tales, legends and classical literature - anything too contemporary was considered politically dangerous. Operas are classified as either Wenxi (civilian plays) or Wuxi (military dramas) and also as dramas, comedies or farces. There are strict rules and conventions that limit creativity and yet each generation seeks to surpass what has gone before. Over the centuries the art form has become more refined, as in much of Chinese art, the aim is to recreate former masterpieces. An aspiring opera performer has to learn to 唱 念 做 打 chàng niàn zuò dǎ sing, talk, act and fight. Video not visible YouTube video of Peking OperaĬhinese Opera is an art-form that includes many elements: music, dance, acting, mime, comedy, tragedy, acrobatics and martial arts.
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