The exhibition is free to the public.įlushing Town Hall and Dr. The exhibition will be on-view for three weeks until March 11, providing the public a rare opportunity to appreciate the intricacy and beauty of the costumes at their own pace. Peking opera performers will be dressed in Peking opera costumes with full makeup, just like they would be seen on stage. The opening ceremony of “The Art of Imperial Peking Opera Costume” will take place on Saturday, February 17 at 2 pm. The exhibition focuses on interpreting the relationship between the character and display of color, symbol and design on the character’s costume. The Peking opera costumes are designed to reflect the social status, personality, and psychological being of the characters. Some of the most impressive pieces include the hand-embroidered emperor’s and queen’s robes with intricate patterns and high contrast colors. The Art of Imperial Peking Opera Costume exhibition will open to the public on Saturday, February 17, displaying some of the most classic and recognizable costume pieces from the most well-known and beloved Peking Opera episodes. The event is designed to celebrate one of the most important traditional holidays within the Asian American community. (Flushing, N.Y.) – On February 6, Flushing Town Hall unveils The Art of Imperial Peking Opera Costume exhibition, a program of the 2018 Lunar New Year Celebrations by Flushing Town Hall. These charming yet stunning works of art will provide many surprises.

This exhibition presents carefully selected pieces from some of the most famous episodes in Peking Opera. Known as the “Imperial Theater” because emperors and queens were deeply in love with it during the Qing Dynasty, these opera costumes are considered to be an important achievement in theater art. The Peking Opera is recognized as the most important Chinese theater in China. $5 Suggested Donation/FREE for Members & Students

Gallery Hours: Sat & Sun, 12-5:00 pm weekdays by appointment Flushing Town Hall Unveils “The Art of Imperial Peking Opera Costume” Exhibition -The exhibition of classic costume pieces is open Febru– March 11, 2018- The Costume Art of Imperial Peking Opera Saturday, February 17 at 2:00 pm

Peking opera stage design