Chinese circus performers tumble on to the Wyvern stage in Swindon
Cirque du Ciel’s ShangHi
from: thisiswiltshire.co.uk
by Laura Kenyon
Thursday 30th August 2012
All the way from China, this acrobatic phenomenon is leaping, tumbling and spinning into Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre on Sunday.
Cirque du Ciel’s ShangHi is a theatrical reworking of Guy Caron’s original production in China – a director with previous success with the world renowned show, Cirque du Soleil.
This new interpretation has become internationally acclaimed in its own right.
from: thisiswiltshire.co.uk
by Laura Kenyon
Thursday 30th August 2012
All the way from China, this acrobatic phenomenon is leaping, tumbling and spinning into Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre on Sunday.
Cirque du Ciel’s ShangHi is a theatrical reworking of Guy Caron’s original production in China – a director with previous success with the world renowned show, Cirque du Soleil.
This new interpretation has become internationally acclaimed in its own right.
It consists of more than 30 breathtaking performers, all professionally trained in disciplines including acrobatics, modern dance and martial arts. By combining these energetic gymnastics with original music and an entrancing adventure story-line, ShangHi becomes an awe-inspiring, oriental spectacle that will leave its audience spellbound.
The two-hour performance incorporates contrasting elements of traditional and modern Chinese culture, including live drumming, death-defying Chinese monkey poles and stunning aerial stunts.
The gravity defying acrobatics particularly reflect the company’s name, with Cirque du Ciel translating as ‘Circus of Heaven’.
The ShangHi experience is sewn together by the striking costumes, dramatic lighting and intricate scenery, giving the show a magical, Eastern atmosphere.
The two-hour performance incorporates contrasting elements of traditional and modern Chinese culture, including live drumming, death-defying Chinese monkey poles and stunning aerial stunts.
The gravity defying acrobatics particularly reflect the company’s name, with Cirque du Ciel translating as ‘Circus of Heaven’.
The ShangHi experience is sewn together by the striking costumes, dramatic lighting and intricate scenery, giving the show a magical, Eastern atmosphere.
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