Culture shock(文化冲击)means the worries and feelings when people have to study. Sichuan Opera is one of the many local operas in China. And one cannot talk about Sichuan Opera without mentioning(提到) face changing. It's known as one of the most amazing shows of Sichuan Opera.
Don't try to get the meaning of face changing. The performers(演员) change the masks (面具) quickly in order to show different feelings of the characters in the play.
Face changing performers prepare many masks. Each design shows a different personality(性格), and each color tells a different character. After the painting is finished, the masks are put together by a special thread(线). And then they are put on the face before the performance begins. The special masks for "changing faces" must be made to fit the performer's face so that they can be put as close as possible to the skin. Today they can be reused with some small repairs.
How did face-changing come? It is said that in ancient times people painted their faces with different looks to drive away wild animals and keep them safe. Nowadays the show has made its way into tea houses and restaurants in Sichuan, drawing visitors from all over the world.
| A. The masks are painted with different designs and colors. B. It is a special skill in the performance of Sichuan Opera. C. At first, the masks were thrown away after performance. D. It is popular in the province of Sichuan, Yunnan and Guizhou. E. Later on, the skill was used in the performance of Sichuan Opera and became an art. |
