Title: Beijing opera costumes
First published: 2008
Description: "Beijing Opera Costumes is the first in-depth English-language book focused exclusively on the costumes ofJingju, the highest form of stage arts in China. This comprehensive volume provides both theory and analysis of the costumes and the method oftheir selection for the roles as well as technical information on embroidery, patterns, and construction. Extensive descriptions illuminate the use of colors and surface images derived from historical dress and modified for the stage. Details on makeup, hairstyles, and dressing techniques present a complete view of the Jingju performer from head to toe."--Jacket.
Subjects: Opera, Production and direction, Costume, Opera, production and direction, Costume, china
Places: Beijing, China
LC classification: MT955 .B63 2008