Beijing Opera

An exceptional art form listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage

Beijing Opera is a traditional, interdisciplinary theatrical form that blends singing, speech, dance, mime, and martial arts. Our productions captivate audiences with their meticulously choreographed movements, dynamic music, and dazzling costumes. Our approach, however, goes far beyond mere contemplation: we want the audience to make this art form their own. Through shared insights and introductory experiences, audience members decode the performance and experience it for themselves. Shared in this way, this ancient art form moves beyond the confines of the stage to become an accessible practice from which everyone can draw inspiration.

Flexibility in Presentation

Our performances are adaptable to a variety of settings, from multidisciplinary theaters to schools, as well as themed events held both indoors and outdoors. They offer a unique blend of cultural heritage and contemporary art: a rich legacy, told in a new way.

INTERACTIVE SHOW

When Grace Meets Power

Audience: All audiences
Duration: 30–50 minutes

Performed by two artists, this show immerses the audience in the world of Beijing Opera through dance and martial arts. Spectacular performances showcase the precision of the gestures, the power of the movements, and the expressive richness of this performing art. Between scenes, the artists invite the audience to discover and experiment with physical techniques.

INTERACTIVE SHOW | 2023-2024

Beijing Opera Exquisite Dances

All audiences
30-50 minutes, depending on the format

Let yourself be carried away by refined dances, lyrical songs, shimmering traditional costumes and delicate make-up. You'll be immersed in a veritable journey to China, where every detail is carefully orchestrated for your enjoyment.

INTERACTIVE SHOW | 2023-2024

Sanlang's Love Life

All audiences, ages 10 and up
50 minutes

Immerse yourself in the richness of the elite Chinese art of Beijing opera in this breathtaking performance, which transports you into a dramatic and humorous performance in French that will thrill you with emotion. Optional: an introduction to Beijing opera and participatory activities.

ARTIST'S NOTE

I'm aware that many people tend to confuse Beijing Opera with Opéra de Montréal. In reality, this traditional Chinese theatre takes its name from its birthplace, Beijing, and originates in the famous Kunqu Theatre (昆曲), one of the oldest in the world.

Thanks to my three teachers in Montreal, I had the chance to learn this ancestral art, which immediately won my heart. Since then, I've organized several shows and opened Beijing's first opera school for the general public in 2018. I aimed to share this art's beauty with as many people as possible and introduce them to this fascinating and unique discipline.