Traditional drama is a comprehensive performing art jointly created by people of all ethnic groups in China. China has a long history of rich and varied dramas, including Beijing Opera, Kunqu Opera, Tibetan Opera, Sichuan Opera, Shadow Play and Puppet Show. Quyi is a kind of performing art form that tells "rap" in oral language, such as Suzhou Pingtan and Qin Shu.
Kunqu Opera is a traditional opera art form in China, which originated in the Yuan Dynasty and has developed for hundreds of years. It takes singing, reading, doing and playing as the main performance forms, and integrates many artistic elements such as music, dance, drama and literature. Kunqu opera is famous for its unique musical melody, exquisite performance skills and profound cultural connotation.
Characteristics of Kunqu Opera
1, strong vocal music: singing is the core of Kunqu opera, emphasizing the expressive force and skills of vocal music. Actors express their emotions and personalities through unique singing methods.
2. Meticulous and euphemistic performance style: Kunqu pays attention to delicate performance and is good at using stage movements, facial expressions, eyes and other details to express the emotions and inner world of the characters.
3. The use of throat and * * * singing skills: The throat is often used in Kunqu opera, and the * * * singing skills are produced through special vocal methods, which makes the music performance more vivid and full.
4. Unique modeling and costumes: Kunqu actors often wear gorgeous costumes, with exquisite hair bun, facial makeup and props, to create a unique drama atmosphere.