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Chinese theatre

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Chinese theatre In its purest form, the traditions of Chinese theatre date back to the Sung dynasty (960–1279). Traditional theatre is highly stylised and the symbolism of the various dramatic parts, the actors' costumes, make-up and gestures are considered of far greater importance than the dialogue (in earlier centuries it was often not recorded). Although much recent Chinese theatre has become Westernized, the old dramatic tradition remains enormously popular.

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