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Red Theater: The Legend of Kung Fu

Dongcheng, Beijing

4.7(3600 reviews)
Kung Fu ShowAcrobaticsFamily

The story of a boy's path to kung fu mastery, told with a cast of 40 martial artists - no language needed.

The Legend of Kung Fu has run nightly at Red Theater for over a decade, a full-length stage epic performed by a company of champion martial artists and acrobats. The story of a boy's journey from bully to master threads together stunning feats: pole climbing, tea poured from impossible heights, and synchronized combat that draws gasps from the audience.

There is no dialogue, which makes it perfect for any nationality, and the theater is built for tourists - English program notes, easy ticket booking, and a finale that brings the whole cast into the aisles. Book the front rows and you may be invited on stage.

Best for: A martial-arts stage epic that needs no translation.

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