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National Ballet of China — The Peony Pavillion Tickets

OUT OF ASIA 2: Western and Eastern cultural heritage merge in this unique ballet show

5+

Performance dates

29 Nov - 3 Dec 2016. Tue - Sat at 7.30pm Sat at 2.30pm.

Run time 1 hr 55 mins (including one 20 min interval)

Includes interval

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The 16th century epic, The Peony Pavilion, is one of the most enduring love stories in Chinese literature. Originally performed as a Kunqu Opera in a 20-hour cycle, director and production designer Li Liuyi, as well as choreographer Fei Bo have redrawn it into a sublimely enchanting and pioneering two act fusion ballet that combines Western style choreography with traditional Chinese influences.

Premiering in 2008, the work has become a gem in National Ballet of China’s repertoire, and has received outstanding acclaim internationally. With an eclectic post-modern score that references Holst, Prokofiev and Debussy, and ethereal costuming, it is a sumptuous feast for the eyes and ears.

Part of Out of Asia 2

Special notes

Under 5s are not admitted to this event

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Recent Reviews

4.5
2 reviews
Summers Priscilla

I enjoyed every moment of the ballet -the dancers were of the highest calibre, the stage design beautiful and the costumes were fabulous - thank you Sadlers Wells!

DIMITROVA ZLATKA

It was an really beautiful, punchy, colourful performance. really enjoyed it.

Anon

The finale was truly stunning.

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