traditional drama
Sichuan Opera
川剧
Qing Dynasty, 17th–18th century CE
Sichuan Opera is a regional Chinese opera style from Sichuan Province, famous for its "face-changing" (bian lian) technique where performers change masks in the blink of an eye. It combines music, comedy, acrobatics, and storytelling. Unlike the refined elegance of Kunqu, Sichuan Opera is known for its lively humor and stunning visual tricks.
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Sichuan Opera face-changing performer with a dramatic mask
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Level national
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Origin Qing Dynasty, 17th–18th century CE
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Qing Dynasty, 17th–18th century CE
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