The make-up of opera actors is not simply a matter of applying powder, but a manifestation of a traditional art form. This kind of makeup, called "makeup", not only embodies the unique aesthetics of the art of opera, but also serves as a bridge of communication between the actor and the character.
First of all, makeup helps to shape the image of the character. In opera, there are many types of characters, from heroic generals to weak ladies, from cunning harlequins to solemn old students, each character has its own unique identity and character. Through the clever use of colors, lines and patterns, makeup clearly conveys the age, personality, identity and other information of the characters to the audience, so that the audience can quickly enter the plot and resonate with the characters.
Secondly, makeup strengthens the actor's acting power. Chinese opera performances pay attention to the four skills and five methods of "singing, doing, reading, and playing", and makeup is an important part of the actors' performances. Through makeup, the actor is able to better enter the character and feel the inner world of the character, so as to show the character's emotions and actions more realistically on stage.
Finally, makeup is also an aesthetic pursuit of the art of opera. The art of opera pursues the harmony and unity of form and content, and makeup, as a part of it, naturally must follow this principle. The make-up of opera actors often adopts exaggerated techniques, such as large areas of blush and heavy eyeliner, which not only conform to the aesthetic characteristics of opera art, but also highlight the performance skills of the actors, so that the audience can feel the aesthetic charm of opera art while enjoying the plot.