Chun Yi: The Legend of Kung Fu

A show that is a radical departure from previous, more ascetically staged presentations of this potent, ancient art. It's a full-blown theatrical homage to kung ku, with production values which rival the most glittering of orthodox West End offerings. In terms of setting, lighting and sound, Chun Yi offers a multi-layered assault on the senses which equals the assault on credulity of the performers' kung fu skills. Stunning music by award-winning composer Zheng Bing underscores the drama. The moving story at the heart of the show is told (in English) by an ancient kung fu master to a young boy, fearful of the disciplined life of kung fu practice. The audience joins in this journey of enlightenment, choreographed in a rare fusion of traditional eastern movement, western ballet, modern dance, and acrobatics.