Chinese State Circus: From the land of legends and warrior Shaolin monks comes the incredible new Chinese State Circus production - the live acrobatic spectacular Yin Yang. To say the Chinese State Circus is merely a show is grossly to underestimate it; it is the embodiment of a traditional art form which can trace its history back over 2000 years.
The presentation lives and breathes with the enthusiasm of its acrobatic artistes.
The result is the purest, honest, most abiding and exhilarating circus that is a true privilege to see.
Chinese State Circus: Yin Yang ' The interaction of two energies in a dynamic system of balance
The incomparable Chinese State Circus proudly presents their UK premiere Yin Yang'
This unique extravaganza showcases only the best in entertainment; witness acrobats defying gravity in an array of elaborate, explosive and highly choreographed presentations of power, poise and agility.
Yin Yang' will not only keep the audience on the edge of their seats but show the more delicate and beautiful side of Chinese tradition with the silk aerial act, parasol juggling, eye catching Lion Dance and the amazing legendary Bicycle Act' in which 10 talented artistes manoeuvre onto a single bicycle.
Witness the unpredictable and exhilarating twists of foot juggling with drums, the famous Chinese poles, the sensational contortionist and the dynamic hoop divers with their amazing somersaults, leaps and jumps which all go towards completing this action packed programme.
Every sensational act flows into sensational act without narrative and accompanied by a captivating and atmospheric all girl group of live musicians.
Suitable for an audience of all ages, with evocative sets, soaring musical score and extravagant new costumes that will entertain the entire family long after the final curtain falls!
Don't miss this stunning production that features the most daring, breath-taking and thrilling artistes to tour the UK.
Take a new look at the world's greatest circus!
Sunderland Empire
Sunderland Empire, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3EX
Sat 17th March: 7.30pm
Sun 18th March: 2.30pm & 6pm
Prices: £30 ' £14
To book:
www.sunderlandempire.org.uk
08448713042
Chinese State Circus at Empire Theatre in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear on Saturday, 17 March 2012.
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