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课件网) Unit 5 Lesson 2 Beijing Opera The results of Survey 1 from the Internet. (The results of whether young people like Beijing Opera or not.) The final results of Survey 2 by every group. (The results of Exercise 1 on Page 24.) Mask Step I Pre-listening How much do you know about Beijing Opera costume Acrobatics What roles do they play in Beijing Opera 1 4 3 2 Sheng Dan Jing Chou Male roles Female roles Male roles with brightly painted face clown roles Step II While-listening 1. Listen to first part for the first time. What are mentioned in the dialogue History Main roles Stages Theatres Skills Costumes Music Instruments *Use your general knowledge to think of possible answers. What skills… Where was …performed at the beginning Why…music/singing… Why…bright coloured costumes Free talk 1.What skills do Beijing Opera actors need to have While-listening Listen to the TV programme again and answer the questions (Exercise 4). The art started in the late _____ century and it combines _____, _____,_____, _____,_____ and _____. 18th music singing acting talking dancing acrobatics 2.Where was Beijing Opera performed at the beginning In the early days, Beijing Opera was often performed on _____ stages in _____, _____, _____, or outside temples. open-air teahouses streets markets 3.Why does it have very loud music and a sharp singing style Because at the beginning, Beijing Opera was performed mostly on open-air stages. The music had to be played loudly and the performers had to sing with sharp voices to be heard over the crowds. 4.Why do performers wear brightly colored costumes Because with bright color, the audience can see the actors and actresses more clearly. Summary Beijing Opera is a national treasure of China. The art started in the late 18th century. It combines acting, talking, singing, music, dancing and acrobatics. In the early days, Beijing Opera was most often performed on open-air stages in markets, streets, teahouses and outside temples. The music had to be played loudly and the performer and to sing with sharp voices, in order to be heard over the crowds. Beijing Opera was often performed on open-air stages and the stages were lit only by oil lamps. If the costumes weren’t in bright color, the crowds wouldn’t be able to watch them clearly. Step III. Speaking (Group work) Choice 1: A guide introduces Beijing Opera to some foreigners. Choice 2: Free expressions about Beijing Opera. StepV consolidation Beijing Opera Love Beijing Opera Love Beijing Opera ! Love Chinese traditional cultures! Love China! Part IV. Tasks after class Homework 1: Write an article about one famous Beijing Opera actor or actress. Homework 2: Surf on the Internet, and look for some information why many Chinese don’t like Beijing Opera. And think of how to change the situation. Thank you for listening!
