"Legend of the Sun", a unique large-scale dance drama based on a centuries-old Chinese folk tale, now comes to Denver! Adapted from beautiful folklore, the play organically integrates popular dances, such as the Cockfighting dance, Hydrangea dance, Shoes dance and Fireworks dance. The music exudes a cordial and fresh concert-like sound with cheerful tones and strong drums. The unique stage set includes an array of large paintings that reflect the Zhuang ancestor's dance.

The story is about the sun and takes place a very long time ago. The mountains look onward into the horizon of the cold, dark valley are eager to find warmth and light. "Legend of the Sun" depicts the travels of an old man, young man, children and pregnant woman as they travel towards the sun. In search of the sun, a mother gives birth to a boy, Le, whom she educates on how to overcome difficulties and obstacles to complete their mission.

The troupe has shared its national culture in many countries including  Australia, Austria, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Myanmar, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, Cyprus, Turkey and Oman. On this visit to the U.S., the 73-person troupe will perform in only three U.S. cities this summer: Chicago, Los Angeles and Denver!

The Nanning Art Theatre troupe has also won many awards, including the Sixth China Arts Outstanding Productions, the Second Session of the Chinese Dance "Lotus Award" Contest, Guangxi's Fifth "Golden Osmanthus" Gold Award, and the Eighth Five One Project Award.


"Legend of the Sun" event details,

Dates:
Saturday, June 16 and Sunday, June 17, 2012
Doors open at 6:00 PM; Show begins at 7:00 PM

Location:
Buell Theater @ Denver Performing Arts Complex
1101 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204

Tickets available at: www.ticketswest.com
or charge by phone at 866.464.2626 or 719.576.2626

For groups 10+, please contact 720.217.3138 or 303-934-1773

More details at
www.chineseamericanpost.net/performance

Produced by Nanning Art Theatre of China
Sponsored by China Arts and Entertainment Group (CAEG), GPAA Theatres,
Confucius Classroom in Denver