"Chinese opera art is like a huge sponge, constantly absorbing, transforming, merging and flourishing," says traditional Chinese opera director Li Zhuoqun. Now in her 30s, Li has created nearly a dozen opera performances in large and small theaters across China. Her goal is to make traditional opera art more appealing to all ages through innovation. #TheVibe #ArtisticAces | China Plus Culture

As the dominant form of traditional Chinese opera, Peking Opera is extolled as the quintessential "Oriental Opera." The highly visual art brings together music and literature, highly elaborate costumes, and face-painting. #Heritage Watch the entire episode of #Inheritors about Peking Opera here: https://youtu.be/sfZw8-aQFfw | China Plus Culture

19K views · 1K reactions | Trending in China | On and off the stage: Kunqu Opera With a rich history spanning more than 700 years, #Kunqu Opera represents a harmonious fusion of both southern and northern Chinese #cultures. Originating from the Han ethnic group, Kunqu is often hailed as the "orchid in the garden of opera performances." | WE ARE CHINA | Facebook

3.8K views · 41 reactions | A contemporary version of the classic Kunqu Opera “The Peony Pavilion” aimed at younger audiences and now championed by the venerated Chinese-American writer Pai Hsien-yung, recently hit the stage in Peking University to commemorate its 20th anniversary. #PRC75Years #NationalDay #TheVibe #Heritage https://news.cgtn.com/news/2024-09-17/Modern-version-of-classic-Kunqu-Opera-fetes-20th-anniversary--1wYc77DZo64/p.html | China Plus Culture | Facebook

In Chinese opera, masks play an important role in showing the characters’ personalities and moods. There is a story behind every mask, including its origin and making process. If you’re curious about its story, I bet this video will show you the answer. #JSCulture #CultureandHeritage #SpringFestival | Visit Jiangsu

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