Performing arts
A dance epic of music, family and legacy returns
Updated: Jun 11, 2026
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After a three-year wait, the dance drama Dragon Boat Racing will return to the stage!
Set in a historic town in Guangdong during the 1930s, the dance drama follows generations of musicians dedicated to preserving and passing on the beloved Cantonese classic Dragon Boat Racing to Win the Brocade. Through love, sacrifice, and changing times, their story unfolds in a stunning blend of dance, music, and visual artistry, celebrating the enduring spirit of Lingnan (a region in southern China covering Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Hong Kong and Macao) culture.
Venue: Guangzhou Opera House
Dates: Aug 7 and 8
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