Performing arts
Kung fu meets opera in 'Turandot'
Updated: May 11, 2026
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The centenary edition of Turandot, directed by Jackie Chan, made its world premiere at the 2026 Guangzhou Arts Festival on May 8. Blending opera with Chinese kung fu, tai chi, and stylized martial arts movement, this bold new production reimagines Puccini’s classic through a powerful Eastern aesthetic and immersive stage storytelling.
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