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Kunqu

Kunqu. Chinese Dramatic Theater. An Overview. Kunqu is a type of theater that was created during China’s middle ages. It is a blend of poetic literature, music, and dramatic acting. The Actors. The actors wear elaborate make up and dress in very lavish robes.

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Kunqu

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  1. Kunqu Chinese Dramatic Theater

  2. An Overview • Kunqu is a type of theater that was created during China’s middle ages. • It is a blend of poetic literature, music, and dramatic acting.

  3. The Actors • The actors wear elaborate make up and dress in very lavish robes. • They speak and sing to one another and even directly to the audience; treating the audience as another stage member. • All movements are done according to set traditions.

  4. The Music • The bamboo flute is the main instrument used to accompany the singing. • A lute and/or a fiddle are also sometimes used. • A small drum and a wooden clapper set the beat. • A gong and cymbals are struck for moments of action or great emotion.

  5. The Stage • The stage is bare except for a few simple props. • A single chair may represent an entire palace or temple.

  6. The Script • The scripts are taken from classical Chinese novels and stories which have been adapted for singing, dancing, and acting out in a dramatic way.

  7. The Story of “The Peony Pavilion” • Based on a popular story created during the Song Dynasty. • The play is a tale of love triumphing over reason. • For a summary of the story, click here.

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