5.6K views · 330 reactions | The flower-drum opera is an embodiment of the local cultures of southern China. It has been performed for centuries on stages in the ancient water town of Wuzhen, east China's Zhejiang Province. Audiences gathering to watch one specific troupe in town might not know that a "xiao sheng" (young male role) is actually played by an octogenarian woman. For more: https://news.cgtn.com/news/3d3d514d7a4d444e32457a6333566d54/index.html | CGTN | Facebook

Chinese opera is a traditional form of musical theatre that was first brought to Singapore in the 19th century by Chinese immigrants. It incorporates various art forms such as singing, acting, acrobatics, wushu and more. Join host Munah Bagharib as she transforms into a Chinese opera performer and learns the basics alongside Nick Shen, founder of Tok Tok Chiang and leader of Teochew opera troupe Lao Sai Tao Yuan. #Chinese #Opera #Singapore | AsiaOne