Elegant and colorful: How is facial makeup done for Peking Opera artists | Xinhua Culture&Travel

14K views · 170 reactions | Zhao Nan is an inheritor of Peking opera facial makeup. Watch as she showcases her talents of performing and painting facial masks. #TheVibe #CulturalInheritors #Heritage | 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

#PekingOpera, a traditional opera form in China, has a long and rich history. Watch as this opera performer skillfully performs impressive feats, including backbends, water-sleeve techniques and balancing on one leg while supporting a table. #ChineseCulture | Xi's Moments

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