Performing arts
A timeless legend comes to life: Zhaojun's journey beyond the frontier
Updated: Jun 25, 2026
www.chinaservicesinfo.com
Print
Share - WeChat
From June 26 to 28, Beijing's Tianqiao Theatre will present Zhaojun, a breathtaking dance drama inspired by the legendary story of Wang Zhaojun. During the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 24), Wang Zhaojun left her homeland to marry a Xiongnu tribe leader, helping foster peace and friendship between different peoples. This moving production celebrates her courage, sacrifice, and lasting legacy.
