"Chinese opera is like a huge sponge, constantly absorbing, transforming, merging and flourishing," says traditional Chinese opera director Li Zhuoqun. Now in her 30s, Li has created nearly a dozen opera performances in theaters, large and small, across China. Her goal is to make traditional opera more appealing to all ages through innovation. | CGTN

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

8.9K views · 114 reactions | The 2024 Hainan Splendid World Culture Week has kicked off in Haikou, Hainan Province, celebrating China's rich intangible cultural heritage. Don't miss this stunning fashion show that fuses exquisite Chinese embroidery with captivating Chinese opera performances. | Xinhua Culture&Travel | Facebook

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Watch performers swap faces and costumes in a blink! Known for vibrant costumes, expressive makeup and dynamic storytelling, Wu Opera was inscribed on China's national intangible cultural heritage list in 2008. In this clip, the actress plays the role of the White Bone Demon, who is subdued by the #MonkeyKing from the classic Chinese novel #JourneytotheWest. #ChineseCulture #TrendinginChina | WE ARE CHINA