Actors are heartless (on the indifference of human nature and the expression of emotion in traditional Chinese opera)

Traditional Chinese opera is a treasure of China traditional culture. It is not only an art form, but also a cultural heritage. In China's traditional operas, the portrayal of characters is very important, and one of the important features is the indifference of human nature. This indifference does not refer to the ruthlessness of the characters, but to the calmness and indifference of the characters when expressing their emotions.

The performance of human indifference

In China's traditional operas, the indifference of human nature mainly includes the following aspects:

1. Simple language

The characters in China's traditional operas often don't express their feelings as recklessly as in real life, but express their inner world through concise language. For example, in the Palace of Eternal Life, Tang Wan expressed his ignorance and naivety in such a simple language as "I am an ordinary man and don't know what heaven and earth are".

2. Cold facial expressions

In China traditional operas, the facial expressions of characters are often indifferent, unlike in real life, which is very exaggerated. This indifferent facial expression can make the audience pay more attention to the inner world of the characters, rather than being confused by the expressions.

3. Simplicity of action

In China's traditional operas, the movements of characters are often relatively simple, not as complicated as in real life. This simple action can make the audience pay more attention to the inner world of the characters, rather than being confused by the action.

The way of emotional expression

In China traditional opera, the emotional expression of characters mainly has the following ways:

1. Sing

In China traditional opera, singing is a very important emotional expression. Through singing, characters can express their inner world and emotional state. For example, in A Dream of Red Mansions, Jia Baoyu's Song of Burying Flowers is a very famous song. Jia Baoyu expressed his feelings for Daiyu through this song.

dance

In China traditional opera, dance is also a very important emotional expression. Through dancing, characters can express their inner world and emotional state. For example, Mei Lanfang's dance is excellent in "Three Lane of Plum Blossoms". By dancing, he expressed his love for plum blossoms.

carry out

In China traditional opera, performance is also a very important emotional expression. Through performance, characters can express their inner world and emotional state. For example, in The West Chamber, Zhang Sheng and Ying Er performed very well. Through their performances, they expressed their desire for love.