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Tang Dynasty Dinner Show
To the Tang Dynasty Dinner Show, a performance of Chang'an music
and dances that was originated in the Tang dynasty of Chinese
history over a thousand years ago.
It has been recreated in accordance with various historical
records and ancient arts and relics discovered in Xi'an, the
capital of the empire throughout the Tang dynasty regime.
The Tang dynasty now proudly presents to you the Tang Dynasty
Dinner Show performed by the Tang dynasty Song & Dance Troupe,
a branch of the Shaanxi Provincial Song & Dance Troupe.
This performance you are about to enjoy has been treasured as
a national art which fully reflects the glory and richness of
the Tang dynasty era.
The Huaqing Palace
The Huaqing Palace is a Tang dynasty ensemble and is a typical
piece of Tang court music. In this performance you will see
various ancientChinese musical instruments which are not used
nowadays. This selection was originally performed at royal banquets
at the Huaqing Palace, a Tang imperial palace located twenty
miles east of Xi'an at the foot of the Mt. Lishan .
The White Ramie Cloth Costume Dance
The White Ramie Cloth Costume Dance was a popular folk dance
during the Tang dynasty. The ramie cloth which enjoys its popularity
in modern times was actually discovered by the Chinese during
the Jin dynasty. Therefore the dance, choreographed as a demonstration
of this new fabric, depicts the flowing quality of the clotBattling
Dance of the King of Qin
The Battling Dance of the King of Qin is a triumphal dance
created by Tang Taizong, a Tang emperor who was renowned for
building up the empire's military strength. King of Qin was
his official title before he was crowned the Tang emperor. The
weapons and flags used in the performance are replicas of those
used by his soldiers.
Red and Blue Camelot Dance
The Red and Blue Camelot Dance was a Tang court dance created
by Yang Guifei, the favourite concubine of the Tang emperor,
Tang Xuanzong. Yang Guifei, renowned as one of the four most
beautiful women in Chinese history, choreographed and performed
the dance to the emperor's memory of a dream he had.
Da Nuo Dance
The Da Nuo Dance is a sorcerer's dance which was originated
in ancient China and began to be performed as early as in the
Zhou dynasty.Later, during the Han and Tang dynasties, it was
performed in ceremonies for good luck and to dispel evil spirits
and plagues.
Qui Ci Zhe Zhi Danceh.
Since ancient times, Qui Ci had developed its own unique northwestern
Chinese civilization and was well known for its own cultural
music and dances. During the period of the Tang dynasty, the
ambassadors of Qui Ci would present performances of their unique
cultural music and dances to the Tang emperors to pay homage
each year. It has since gained popularity and fame.
Buddha's Theme
Buddhism was the most popular religious belief during the Tang
dynasty. The Buddha's Theme is a piece of music which expresses
the philosophy of Buddhism. It will be performed by the Tang
dynasty Zhong Yan Ladies Band, using musical instruments belonging
to the Tang dynasty era..
A Farmer's Home
A Farmer's Home is a solo traditionally sung by a woman. The
lyrics are from a poem by Wang Wei, a famous Tang dynasty poet
(also known as "the patriotic poet"), which visions
the simple and yet happy life of being a farmer.
Spring Orioles Song
Spring Orioles Song is a piece of music originated in the Tang
Emperor, Tang Gaozong's inauguration. During the ceremony, a
flock of orioles flew overhead. The emperor was so impressed
by this good luck sign that he ordered his court musicians to
compose music for the Pai Xiao, a three thousand years old instrument,
imitating the sound of the orioles. This music will be performed
by the executive producer, Gao Ming, who is internationally
recognized as the modifier and premier performer of the Pai
Xiao.
Glory of the Silk Country
Glory of the Silk Country is a part extracted.
from the award-winning Chinese musical opera - the Silk Road
Rainbow. Created and written by the executive producer Gao Ming
in 1990. This sensational musical opera, with songs, music and
dances tells the story of the legendary silk road which, for
hundreds of years, served as the main thoroughfare between China
and the west. The scene you are about to enjoy depicts the Tang
Emperor's approval and support in establishing the Silk Road
which is the first act of the Chinese opera, the Silk Road Rainbow.
Pearls of Cathay
Taro pasted sea scallops deep-fried to golden brown garnished
with garden green in oyster sauce
The Royal Marriage
Dumpling delicacies accompanying the famous
double-boiled consomme with black mushrooms are prepared from
authentic recipes originated from the southern and northern
parts of the Land of the Dragon
The Princess's Pin
Tenderloins of beef, slightly fried to perfection, served with
seasonal vegetables -- a royal concoction in the Tang Palace
Heart of the King Dragon
Crispy king prawns highlighted with honey glazed walnuts --
the chef's own creation and is highly recommended
Lotus Fairy
A specially prepared fried rice dish wrapped in the aromatic
leaves of the Lotus so uncommonly prepared that would definitely
surprise you
The Willow's Melody
A delightful dessert reputed to be the favourite
of the Tang Empress
After Dinner Delights
Seasonal fruit and Jasmine tea
Admission: £¤ 410
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