Performances

Nineteen acts across dance, music, lion & dragon and Chinese opera — each bookable on its own or combined into a full programme. Tell us the occasion and we'll suggest the line-up.

Dance

Dancer sweeping a long silk ribbon overheadRibbon DanceLong silk ribbons of 10–24 metres create sweeping patterns, symbolising harmony between motion and nature.View act →Dancer with a long silk fanChinese Fan DanceThree fan styles — small folding fan, round fan and long silk fan — paired with traditional or modern music.View act →Japanese fan dancers in a gold starburst formationJapanese Fan DanceTraditional folding fans (sensu) carve sharp, hypnotic lines and dramatic symmetry.View act →Dancer with a red oil-paper umbrellaChinese Umbrella DanceOil-paper umbrellas spin like blooming flowers, evoking classical ink-wash paintings.View act →Dancers beneath hanging paper parasolsJapanese Umbrella DanceTraditional paper parasols (wagasa) glide through geometric patterns inspired by the seasons.View act →Water-sleeve dancers mid-movementLong Sleeve DanceFlowing water sleeves create dynamic, graceful movements — beauty, fluidity and mystery.View act →Ensemble swirling flame-coloured silkFlame Silk DanceInspired by ancient frescoes — silk swirled like flames, symbolising fiery energy and vitality.View act →Tambourine dance ensemble on stageTambourine DanceLively, rhythmic steps meet percussive beats in an energetic, celebratory performance.View act →Dancer performing Chinese contemporary choreographyChinese ContemporaryClassical technique meets contemporary choreography — pieces set to modern scores.View act →Folk dancers in regional costumeChinese Folk DanceRegional traditions of the Yi, Miao and Dai peoples — distinctive costumes, rhythms and character.View act →

Lion & Dragon

Rarest on UK stages · Most requested

Lion dance performers mid-routineLion DanceTwo performers bring the lion to life — acrobatic blessings of luck and prosperity, led by drums and cymbals.View act →Dragon dance team carrying the dragonDragon DanceA team carries the dragon in sweeping, serpentine runs — built for processions, openings and grand entrances.View act →

Chinese Opera

Bian lian performer in a painted maskSichuan Opera Mask ChangingSichuan opera's dramatic quick-change masks — close-up magic on a theatrical scale. One of a handful of performers bringing the guarded art of bian lian to UK stages.View act →

Music

Guzheng player at the instrumentGuzhengThe 21-string Chinese zither — flowing, resonant solo sets for receptions and dinners.View act →Pipa player holding the lute uprightPipaThe four-string Chinese lute — virtuosic and intimate, with centuries of repertoire.View act →Erhu player bowing the two-string fiddleErhuThe two-string fiddle — the singing voice of Chinese music.View act →Chinese ceremonial drummers mid-strikeChinese DrumsCeremonial Chinese drumming — thunder for openings and festival moments.View act →Taiko ensemble mid-strikeTaiko DrummingJapanese taiko — synchronised, thunderous resonance and high-octane choreography.View act →Chinese music ensemble performing togetherMusic EnsembleAny combination of our musicians as a band — programmes tailored to the occasion.View act →

Cultural Workshops

Immersive, interactive sessions in tea ceremony, calligraphy and origami — designed for deep guest engagement. Booked by libraries, museums and schools, or added to any occasion.

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