Introduction of clown face or devil face in Peking Opera facial makeup

1. Clown face: In the long history of opera development, the makeup of clowns has gradually formed a complete and systematic set of facial makeup according to the differences and differences of characters' identity, age, personality and behavior.

The most typical one is the ugly square towel, with the center of the face outlined with white powder-a "tofu block" white powder face. So the audience knew that the actor was a clown as soon as they saw this "tofu block".

2, small demon face: it is a special makeup method with national characteristics. Because every historical figure or a certain kind of figure has a common score, just like singing and playing music should be based on the score, it is called "Facebook".

As for the source of Facebook, it is generally said that it comes from a mask. The facial makeup art of Peking Opera is a favorite art of opera lovers, which is very popular at home and abroad and is recognized as a symbol of China traditional culture. Small demon face is one of them.

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Origin:

With regard to the origin of stage facial makeup, facial makeup originated in the Northern and Southern Dynasties and the Northern Qi Dynasty, and flourished in the song and dance dramas of the Tang Dynasty, also known as bedding face or wearing noodles. This is a unique thing for a man to celebrate the merits and virtues of the warrior Lan Ling. According to legend, Gao Changgong, a warrior in Lanling, is brave and good at fighting, and looks like a woman. Every time I go on stage, I wear an evil mask and win every battle.

Men's solo dances were created to praise the warrior Lan Ling, and they also wore masks. Sketching masks on the stage by traditional Chinese opera actors is helpful to improve the character, appearance and status of the roles they play, realize rich stage colors and beautify the stage. The stage mask is the harmonious unity of thoughts and impressions in people's minds.

References:

Baidu Encyclopedia-Little Devil Face

Baidu encyclopedia-clown face