PINGTUNG, Taiwan – In the sweltering heat, actors for the Shenhsien Opera Troupe lacquer their lips with vermillion rouge and shrug on magenta satin robes, while the director barks out a rapid patter ...

He is considered one of China’s greatest 20th-century opera performers, and his influence on the art form is still felt today ...

Taiwan opera is revered across the Asian island. One of its most beloved traits is its gender-bending character archetypes, and its best-known actors are women who portray men. Opera - from Italy to ...

Taiwanese opera blurs gender roles, with women playing warriors and men mastering female grace. As the art form evolves, it reflects Taiwan’s shifting societal norms, embracing modern storytelling and ...

Music is a big part of Taiwan's culture. The island even has its own special type of opera, which you'll hear everywhere, from theaters to temples. In one temple, a small theater troupe is preparing a ...

Music is a big part of Taiwan's culture. The island even has its own special type of opera. In one temple, a small theater troupe is preparing a special performance — just for the gods. Music is a big ...