The old and nuanced art of Peking opera is working hard to flourish in an era of digital entertainment and incessant screens.

Peking Opera is a Chinese national treasure with a history of 200 years. The make-up which the actors wear is a necessary element of this unique dramatic form. Here in an ancient street in central ...

While they may differ only slightly in costume and makeup, all traditional opera forms, including Peking opera (京剧), are, strictly speaking, "regional," in that each is based on the music and dialect ...

Let's discuss wizard theater and the rise of classical Chinese theater and Beijing Opera. This week we're headed to China to learn about the ancient origins of theater there. We'll look at the early ...

Stepping into Huguang Huiguan, or Huguang Guild Hall in Beijing, people who come to watch a resident musical may find the venue a heart of tradition and innovation. It comes alive with Jinfeng Yulu, ...