The chou is the only role that does improvisation. So now you know more about the roles and characteristics of Peking Opera. It's a unique and beautiful performing art full of history and tradition, with colorful costumes and characters who sing and leap on the stage.

Why is Peking opera important?

They tell stories of history, politics, society and daily life and aspire to inform as they entertain. The music of Peking opera plays a key role in setting the pace of the show, creating a particular atmosphere, shaping the characters, and guiding the progress of the stories.

What is Peking opera also known as?

Since the 18th century jingxi (or jingju), popularly known as Peking opera, has arisen as the principal form of Chinese music-drama.