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From Scholar to General: The Art of Transformation
Wu Fenghua isn''t just a Yue Opera performer—she''s a shape-shifter . Whether she''s playing a ''xiaosheng'' (young male lead) or a battle-hardened general, her ability to embody male characters has made her a legend in this traditional Chinese art form.
Walking the Walk (in 10cm Boots!)
Portraying masculinity isn''t just about voice control. Wu masters male mannerisms, from assertive strides to sharp gestures, all while balancing on platform boots thicker than most sneaker soles . Her shaved temples? A practical hack for quick male-role wig changes!
\"The Stage Is My Oxygen\"
\"When the lights hit, I become more alive,\" Wu shared, describing the rush of live performance. Her secret? Treating every show like her first—keeping the passion fresh even after decades .
Yue Opera''s Modern Revival
Originating in Zhejiang Province, this 100-year-old art form continues to thrive, blending poetic storytelling with gender-fluid performances. Wu''s viral social media clips are introducing Gen-Z to China''s original ''role-play'' culture.
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. Whether she''s playing a ''xiaosheng'' (young male lead) or a battle-hardened general, her ability to embody male characters has made her a legend in this traditional Chinese art form.
. Her shaved temples? A practical hack for quick male-role wig changes!
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