Males and females exchange roles

One more interesting thing! Males and females can exchange roles in Beijing Opera!

In the past, women were not allowed to perform on stage, but today, performers include both men and women. Mei Lanfang was a world-renowned female impersonator. His talent was such that he not only resembled a young woman but acted and sang like one. Similarly, the actress Meng Xiaodong could make herself up as a man, complete with a long beard. She successfully acted and sang male roles. Both were completely realistic and convincing.