Imagine a monkey so powerful, so mischievous, that even Heaven itself trembled. Born from a stone, he gains magical powers under the guidance of the great master Bodhi. This talented monkey becomes an unstoppable force. He dreams of recognition. And when the Jade Emperor ignores him, he dares to do the unthinkable: challenge the heavenly armies.
This adventure comes to life through traditional art forms: Pingshu (the Chinese art of storytelling), Beijing Opera, a UNESCO-recognized art form, guzheng music, which dates back more than 2,500 years, and shadow puppetry, brought to life by three exceptional artists
For the first time, a Quebec production brings together East and West, tradition and modernity, through a masterpiece of Chinese literature. You have to see it to believe it.
Audience Family, ages 8 and up
Duration : about 60 minutes
Format : A show that can be adapted for 1 to 3 performers
Once upon a time, in the golden pages of the
world's literature, there lived an ancient and marvelous tale, known under the
name of “Journey to the West”, with its great hero, the
Monkey King. This glittering gem, one of the masterpieces of 16th-century Chinese literature, has stood the test of time, enchanting the hearts of children and adults alike, and is cherished by nearly a quarter of Asia's population.
Our show invites you to immerse yourself in this fascinating
epic. You'll discover the extraordinary birth
of the Monkey King, a creature driven by an insatiable thirst for magic and power. But alas, despite his immeasurable power, he remains in the shadows, unappreciated and underestimated by the mighty Jade Emperor. The Monkey King's anger erupts like a raging storm, driving him to confront the celestial warriors in a battle of epic proportions.
Le spectacle s’adresse aux diffuseurs multidisciplinaires, ainsi qu’aux écoles et centres communautaires, et rejoint un public familial.
Une version élargie à 5 artistes, offrant davantage d’actions scéniques, est disponible sur demande, selon les besoins du diffuseur.
Thus, this performance blends the modernity of contemporary Western theater with timeless Chinese traditions.
