The opera costumes of Gezi Opera, the costumes of Gezi Opera actors

Gezixi is an opera type of opera, which is somewhat different from other operas. So, with this difference, will there be any difference in the opera costumes of Gezi Opera? Next, let’s take a look at the Gezi Opera culture and take a look at the opera costumes and actors’ dressing up of Gezi Opera.

Opera costumes:

The costumes of Gezi Opera are not much different from those of other operas. The costumes are mainly used to distinguish the identity and gender of the characters, and there is no need to differ based on the different dynasties in the play. , so the costumes worn by actors in Zhou Dynasty dramas and Qing Dynasty dramas can be the same.

The costumes of actors in the floor-sweeping era were extremely simple. Xiaosheng and Sanhua both wore clothes similar to Chinese tunic suits, with peaked caps on their heads and Japanese-style sneakers; A large piece of head is used as a headdress.

After floor sweeping, Gezi opera performances already had costumes, which were usually sewn by the actors themselves. The costumes of Gezi Opera were influenced by Peking Opera and mainland Drama Troupes. During the development process, they gradually absorbed the essence of various operas and were affected by the times and the surrounding environment. Therefore, 20 or 30 years ago, Gezi Opera costumes began to use a large number of sequins to increase the appearance of the opera. Stage opera effect. Recently, the costumes of some large-scale opera troupes have become more diverse and rich.

Dressing up the actors:

Dressing up in Gezi Opera is quite time-consuming. Before the performance, the actors put on makeup and powder according to their roles in the play, which is usually very colorful. The purpose is to highlight the facial features and exaggerate the colors to make them look more attractive Audiences from a distance can clearly see the actors' appearance and expressions.

In terms of style, the headpiece and Tsing Yi clothes are influenced by Peking Opera; however, Gezi Opera is closer to real life, and gradually the headpiece is not attached, and the hair is not combed, but the hair is combed into a ponytail. The hair is tied in a bun, and for young students, it is tied with water gauze. Later, it evolved into wearing a headgear, just like the style of ancient costume.

In the early days, Gezi opera was performed on outdoor stages. Basically, the costumes were in primitive colors and full of wild charm. As for the fairy dramas in the early stage of TV singing dramas, because they were science fiction dramas, they had a lot of computer animation and could use a large number of costumes for stage shows, such as tutu skirts, round skirts, water spinners, gems, glitter cloth, etc. The "Ye Qing Song Opera Troupe" is as an example. In the mid-term, TV singing opera gradually became semi-traditional, so sequins and embroidery were used in costumes, such as that of the "Yang Lihua Song Opera Troupe".