Peking Opera: Artistry of Performers

Many foreign friends first learn about Chinese culture through the numerous Chinese restaurants found all over the world, and soon discern that China is a country with delicious cuisine. The second impression of Chinese culture is often Peking Opera, whose masks are now almost emblematic of China. Many countries design posters using Peking Opera masks to signal a “Year of Chinese Culture.” To understand Chinese culture, therefore, some knowledge about Peking Opera is indeed indispensable.