Традиционната кунчю опера – развитие, характеристика и символика на образите
The Traditional Kunqu Opera – Development, Characteristics and Imagery Symbolism

Summary/Abstract: Kunqu or Kun opera appeared and developed as a new kind of dramatic art during the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). By the end of the 16th century it had occupied a central spot on the Chinese stage. Two centuries later it became one of the symbols of China and since 2001 it has been part of the UNESCO List of Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. This paper discusses the emergence, development, symbolism and characteristic features of Kunqu such as roles, costumes, libretto, language, composition, examples of famous operas, makeup, music and dance.

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