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China National Opera House and Ningbo Song and Dance Theater Dance Drama Hua Mulan

Date: May 17 - 7:30 pm

Venue: National Center for the Performing Arts

Price: 80-500 yuan

The national dance drama Hua Mulan is adapted according to the Chinese folk songs in the Northern dynasties (439-581). It tells the story of a young girl who grows up to a heroic woman. She disguises herself as a man to join the army instead of her father and accomplishes the mission successfully. Also, she pursues love peace and freedom. The dance drama integrates the modern stage technology elements, creating a story line about self-discovery and self-identity.

Contact: 010-6655-0000

Snow White - 3-D Multimedia Fantasy Musical for the Family

Date: May 20 - 3:30 pm

Venue: Shenzhen Shekou Fenghua Theater

Price: 100-960 yuan

Snow White was the most beautiful princess in the world, with hair black as ebony and skin white as snow. She was the purest, and kindest girl, however, her stepmother kept giving her a hard time, and even tried to send a killer to murder her. Her kindness saved her away from the danger again and again, and got her a lot of help from the dwarves and animals. Even deception and attempt to kill her from her jealous stepmother did not erase her pureness and goodness. Finally she survived and lived happily ever after. Challenging the traditional presentation, DT Theater revived the classic work with fresh idea and new technology, and offered a unique stage piece integrating spectacular visual effect, touching original music, interesting interaction and excellent performance.

Contact: 010-6655-0000