生 Sheng Role
Male roles, often representing scholars, heroes or gentlemen.
旦 Dan Role
Female roles, ranging from young women to warriors and elders.
净 Jing Role
Strong male characters with painted faces, showing power and personality.
末 Mo Role
Supporting mature male roles, usually calm and dignified.
丑 Chou Role
Comic roles, recognisable by a small white patch on the face, bringing humour and liveness.