What does gag mean in traditional Chinese opera performance?

The gag refers to some humorous content interspersed in China traditional opera performances.

It can be a common form in Tang and Song operas, and it can also be a way of performance in modern operas. The gag plays a role in adjusting the atmosphere and increasing the appreciation interest in the traditional Chinese opera performance, which makes the whole performance more lively.

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There are three common forms of gag: one is to joke through relaxed language such as jokes and jokes; The second is to arouse the audience's laughter through funny performances such as dance and action; The third is to show the humorous talents of actors through role-playing and dialogue interaction. These forms have a certain comic color, which can make the audience get some relaxation and happiness while immersed in the plot.

The gag content is usually related to the plot, but it is not necessary. It can be an extension of a plot in a Chinese drama, or it can be an independent sketch unrelated to the plot. No matter what form it is, gag needs to be artistic and interesting to achieve the effect of causing the audience to laugh.

In China traditional opera, gag is an important part, which often appears in the gap or transition of a long drama. It can be displayed through role-playing, word games, antics, etc., bringing a happy and relaxed atmosphere to the audience. In modern opera performances, gags are more integrated into the plot and presented to the audience in a more natural and vivid way.

In traditional Chinese opera performance, gag plays an important role in adjusting the atmosphere and increasing the appreciation interest. It can be an extension of a plot in traditional Chinese opera, or it can be an independent sketch, which causes the audience to laugh through humorous performances.

The gag not only enriches the artistic expression of opera, but also makes the audience feel relaxed and happy when enjoying opera. Whether it is traditional opera or modern opera, gag is a unique artistic form, which adds vivid color to the performance of opera.