The Romance of the Song Dynasty

The performance unfolds in five chapters: Glory of Liangzhu highlights Hangzhou as a cradle of Chinese civilization since the Neolithic era (c.70th century-17th century BC); Imperial Banquet Dance recreates the prosperity of Southern Song Hangzhou, with teahouses, music, and festivities; Armor and Warhorses tells the epic story of General Yue Fei’s resistance against the Jurchen Jin Dynasty (1115-1234); Legends of West Lake captures the enchanting beauty of West Lake and its legendary romances; and Charming Hangzhou immerses the audience in the unique allure of modern Hangzhou.

More than just a visual and auditory spectacle, this is a cultural journey through time, allowing audiences to experience a millennium of Hangzhou’s elegance in an immersive theatrical masterpiece.