![]() ![]() Checking the surrounding in the dark with a lantern. Use of Props: Lovers saying farewell in the rain. A fairy weaving magic with her long sleeves. Although it may not seem obvious, but by having a whip in his hand, this photo is showing a male dignitary riding a horse. A dance with blue flags means a flood, or with red ones, a fire.Įxamples: A fisherman holding a stick simulating paddling a boat.A lantern or candle in hand tells of night and darkness. ![]() ![]() Several actors swaying together while one handles a paddle can portray a boat ride.A tasseled whip can become a rider’s horse.Lacking scenery and almost any large props, Chinese opera turns instead to the art of mime, often with hand-held props to aid the illusion. Stage Design: Setting a table with a pair of chairs in the middle, the stage can become a sitting room, the emperor’s court, or with a chair on top, a mountain to climb. This is what the table and chairs look like in a Chinese opera setting. Chinese Opera typically does not use the more realistic effects of Western design and hardly operate any large props on stage.Įxamples: Here are photos of more elaborate backdrops ![]() Let’s first look at the stage design Chinese Opera stage is traditionally decorated with a simple backdrop. But, there are certain distinguishing aspects in Chinese opera that can help you understand and appreciate the performance without the need of actually knowing the language. Understand Chinese Opera At a glance, Chinese opera may seem to be complicated. Chinese Opera 101 Stage and Performing Techniques ![]()
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