CHi2 presents Monkey King – A Modern Beijing Opera

CHi2 presents Monkey King – a modern Beijing Opera
Fri 2 & Sat 3 Oct at 8pm
Venue 1, Rich Mix, London
£15/£12 (advanced)

Fusing the worlds of electro-acoustic music, film-making and story-telling, CHi2 (Liz & Sarah Liew)’s exciting multi-media production is based on the classic Chinese tale of Monkey King. With special guest for London dates only, tabla maestro Kuljit Bhamra.

Booking: 020 7613 7498 / www.richmix.org.uk/bookings
Group ticket offer: buy 9 tickets get the 10th free

‘Double – violin assault specialists’ CHi2 provide a brand new spin on the classic Chinese tale of Monkey King. Celebrating the richness and colour of Beijing Opera and re – interpreted for the modern day, CHi2 have created an edgy musical cocktail of traditional and modern sounds, fusing together acoustic and electric instruments, digital media and one of the world’s most ancient art forms with a unique contemporary twist, to create a stunning show that bursts with colour and vibrancy.

The story is based on the sixteenth century classic Chinese folk epic novel, Monkey: Journey To The West, to which CHi2 have composed an original soundtrack, complemented by the filmic interpretation of the storyline by filmmakers Michele Rosaus and Steve Teers, whilst award – winning composer Tom E Morrison has produced the score. The drama both aurally and visually, is enhanced by the interaction of actor/narrator Tom Wu as he employs spoken word, narration and his expertise in kung fu to convey the thrill – seeking adventures of the storyline.

For more information see www.chi2.co.uk/monkey or www.richmix.org.uk/aandc_chi2.htm

Book your tickets online at www.richmix.org.uk/bookings
or call the Rich Mix Box Office on 020 7613 7498