Peking Opera Culture and Costume Play Tour

During this half-day Peking Opera Culture and Costume Play Tour, you will visit a Peking Opera studio, get to know the facial make-up and experience costume play. To follow up with the professional guide, you will get the whole picture of the origin, culture, staging and costumes of the National opera.
Date Destinations Attractions, Meals & Transport
1 Day 1: Beijing
  • Duration: 9:00-12:30

     

    In the morning, visit the Peking Opera studio and you will be given a lecture of the origin and history of the National Opera in China.

    Then explore the backstage and meet a male Dan actor. The Dan refers to any female role in Beijing opera. This is the chance of a lifetime for you to listen to life stories of famous performers, and take a close look at their lifestyle.

    Afterwards, you will observe the facial make-up progress and paint a Peking Opera Mask by yourself.

    At last, the well-dressed Dan actor will perform a classic chapter of The Drunken Beauty. You are able to get dressed up and perform with the professional actor on the mini stage.

     

    Service ends.

     

      

Tour Includes :

Tour Includes:

- Peking Opera experience and clothing costs

- Professional English speaking guide service

- Professional Peking opera actors’ guidance

- Air-conditioned vehicle with driver

Tour Excludes :

Tour Excludes:

- International flights & airport tax

- Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax fee, phone bills, optional activities

- China Entry Visa, travel insurance

- Hotel accommodations

- Meals

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