The Peony Pavillion (2001)
4.3 of 5 from 45 ratings
3h 0min
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- Synopsis:
- The universality and theatrical immediacy of this 16th century Chinese masterpiece continues to generate powerful audience appeal even today. Acting, singing, music, dance, acrobatics, stilt-walking, puppetry, recitation, pageantry and martial arts all find a place in the rich tapestry of Chen Shi-Zheng's production of the Peony Pavilion. This theatrical version presents the romantic and poetic love story of Du Liniang and Liu Mengmei in a flowing sequence, which captivates the audience and illustrates the all-embracing art form that is Chinese Opera.
- Actors:
- Robert Powell, Yi Qian, Yuhang Wen, Fulin Wen, Sen Lin, Jing Shan, Yang Song, Qingwang Yu, Yonghong Jia, Ming Qiu, Wenshuai Luo, Qingchun Liu, Yanyan Zang, Jun Zhou, Dong Xie, Jia Wei, Yahui Sun, Tongkun Dai, Zuguang Zhang, Shuoliang Ma
- Directors:
- Chen Shi-Zheng
- Aka:
- Ye Tang - The Peony Pavilion
- Studio:
- Digital Classics
- Genres:
- Drama, Music & Musicals, Performing Arts, Romance, Special Interest
