‘Learning opera has truly been painful. But this is how you master something.’ Zhou Xing Yu is a performer of Sichuan opera, a musical form characterised by traditional instrumentation, a distinctive singing style, elaborate costumes and daring stunts, all of which take years of dedication and arduous training. Here, she brings you into her world of work, reflecting on her abiding love of performing despite the intense demands it places on her voice, body, and mind. Aeon Video: http://ow.ly/aXbg
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Sichuan Opera（川剧 chuānjù） originated at the end of the Ming (1368-1644) and the beginning of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). With immigrants flooding into Sichuan, different dramas were brought in to blend with the local dialect（方言 fāngyán）, customs, folk music and dances. Face changing（变脸 biànliǎn） is the highlight of Sichuan Opera. It is said that ancient people painted their faces to drive away wild animals. Sichuan Opera absorbs this ancient skill and perfects it into an art. | Learn Chinese
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