With a history that stretches back two and a half millennia, The Golden Dragon Acrobats of China bring their timeless skills and traditions to the Pittsfield’s Colonial Theatre for two performances on June 11 at 2PM and 7PM. Marked by grace, daring, beauty and athleticism, the troupe has been touring the US ever since Nixon went to China. They have proved to be a popular Berkshire attraction, too.
The eye-popping Golden Dragon Acrobats from China.
The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premier Chinese acrobatic touring company. The reputation of the company is solidly rooted in a commitment to the highest of production values and an attention to artistic details that is unparalleled in the art form.
In November 2005, the acrobats made their Broadway debut to a sold out audience at the New Victory Theater, New York’s ultimate theater for children and families. Their Broadway run over the next six weeks led to standing ovations from audiences of all ages and widespread critical acclaim from the New York media. The run was highlighted by the Golden Dragons receiving two prestigious New York Drama Desk nominations—Danny Chang for Unique Theatrical Experience and Angela Chang for Best Choreography.
The 2010–11 tour marks the 32nd year of continuous touring in the United States for the Golden Dragon Acrobats. With the company’s main office based in Dallas, TX, the Golden Dragons have traveled around the world to all 50 states and to over 65 countries on five continents including performances at such prestigious venues as the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Germany’s Elspe Festival, the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Caesar’s Palace in Atlantic City and the Seattle Children’s Festival. The Golden Dragons remain the only Chinese acrobatic company touring year-round in the United States.
Ticket Information:
Tickets for the performance are $25 for adults and $15 for ages 16 and under. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Colonial Ticket Office at 111 South Street or by calling (413) 997-4444 or online at TheColonialTheatre.org. The Ticket Office is open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturdays 10am-2pm or on any performance day from 10am until intermission.
“The 21-member company from Xian, China, delivers beautifully choreographed routines showcasing their amazing skills and physicality, accompanied by a musical score of traditional Chinese music filtered through a New Age sensibility. Juggling everything from umbrellas to soccer balls—and with props as varied as ladders and giant spinning wheels—the performers show just why they’re world-famous.” –New York Post
