- More than 1,000 local varieties exist in China. Among them Sichuan Opera is one of the oldest and most popular styles. Mostly seen in Sichuan, Yunnan and Guizhou provinces it is the most influential opera form the South west of China.
"Face changing" is a rare skill, possessed by only a few masters, but remains one of the most important and interesting facets of Sichuan Opera. This skill allows actors to change their masks with an almost supernatural swiftness, much to the delight of the audience, and can be a potent form of expression.
- Sichuan Opera is also characterized by its solo singing performances, fine comedians, percussion, mask changing and fire spitting. Opera troupes operate throughout the region with the most prestigious and artistic to be found in Chengdu.
No matter what the origins of Opera are, the masks are worth appreciating for their artistic value. The paintings are representations of the roles the characters play. For example, a red face usually depicts the character's bravery, honesty and loyalty; a white face symbolizes a sinister character's treachery and guile. Masks can be worn in layers, as much as two-dozen thick ,and be pulled off one by one to emphasize a particular emotion or event.
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- Sichuan Opera is also characterized by its solo singing performances, fine comedians, percussion, mask changing and fire spitting. Opera troupes operate throughout the region with the most prestigious and artistic to be found in Chengdu.
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