A Brief Analysis of the Role of Traditional Chinese Opera Body in Character Shaping

-- A Case Study of Beijing Opera

Abstract

Beijing Opera, as a treasure of Chinese traditional art, has been widely spread and has been called "the quintessence of China". Beijing Opera is not only notable for its unique singing, music, costumes and facial makeup, but also for its rich body performance to shape the character and inner world. Body section, which is a variety of physical movements using props or no props on the opera stage, is an important means to shape characters. In the performance of Beijing Opera, the actors should use the delicate body performance to show the character, emotion, heart, and status of the role. Create fresh and vivid characters for the audience, so that the audience can deeply understand the characteristics of each role in the process of appreciation.