摘要
Nuo dance,or Nuo opera,is an indigenous dramatic art evolved from ancient religious rites. Nuo opera,deemed the"living fossil of opera,"
Nuo dance, or Nuo opera, is an indigenous dramatic art evolved from ancient religious rites. Nuo opera, deemed the "living fossil of opera;' is one of the most popular folk operas in southwest China and has a long history. Characterized by its special features, such as ferocious masks, unique dresses and adornments, the strange language used in performance, and mysterious scenes,