Produced and presented by Chinaissance
About the play:
The White Lotus is a bilingual xiěyì performance exploring the legacy of Dai Ailian and a contemporary British-Chinese artist. Drawing on shadow puppetry, Chinese theatre, and water-ink painting, it re-evaluates heritage through identity, memory, and cultural belonging across time.
About Chinaissance:
Chinaissance is a creative laboratory that reimagines Chinese theatre (particularly Chinese opera) in an authentic and accessible way within a cross-cultural context. Through workshops, performances, and research, it opens up new possibilities for tradition in contemporary practice, making Chinese theatrical arts resonate with a global audience.
Monday 11 and Tuesday 12 August - 7:00pm
Age Suitability: 18+
Content Warnings: Contains violent language, depictions of war, and emotionally intense themes including trauma, loss, and cultural conflict.
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