As a Cantonese opera AND J-Pop artiste, Rika Woo bridges two cultures in Hong Kong


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Rika Woo, 31, a Cantonese opera performer and a captain of an underground J-pop style idol group, poses for photos dressed in traditional Cantonese opera attire in Hong Kong — Photos: REUTERS/Tyrone Siu

Appealing to a younger audience, Rika Woo dons a white J-pop-style sleeveless top and a long white skirt embroidered with lace as she performs Japanese songs for an energetic group of fans in Hong Kong.

On a starkly different stage, Woo paints her face with bright theatrical make-up, wears striking, colourful costumes embroidered with purple flowers and head-dresses adorned with pearls and lace veils, to perform Cantonese opera.

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