Jigu Thunder Drums of China

Wed, 11/03/2010 - 7:30pm
$18/Adult; $16/Senior (65 & over); $14/Youth (17 & under)
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Hailing from the Shanxi province, this world-renown company of drummers, percussionists and musicians will astound you in this ultra-sensory entertainment experience.

The fine art of drumming and percussive performance is indicative of the culture of the Shanxi province. Performances by Jigu! are deeply rooted in these folk origins, which are blended with many modern musical elements. In this fascinating, totally new show concept from the producers of The Peking Acrobats®, high-tech lighting and special effects add to the drama of this spectacular and awe-inspiring cultural event your patrons won't want to miss. Not only can you see and hear the action, but you can actually feel the intense sound! Experience the vibrant and colorful roar of JIGU! Thunder Drums of China®.

HISTORY: The Ensemble was founded in 1988 and they have performed in many countries including Denmark, Morocco, Singapore, Malaysia, Korea, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. In 2007, JIGU! embarked on their very first North American Tour to great success and acclaim. Their sold-out shows were joyous celebrations of Chinese music, culture, drumming and percussive arts, and fun! On this tour, they visited over 25 North American cities including Seattle, WA, San Francisco, CA, Detroit, MI and Philadelphia, PA among others.

FESTIVALS: CCTV's (China's National TV Station) Spring Festival Special Event; The Shanghai International Arts Festival; The Chinese Folk Art Festival; The Summer of Ha'ErBin Arts Festival; The Hong Kong Drum Festival and Competition. (Finalists); The 2004 China/US National Basketball Games (They were featured performers at NBA Games)

AWARDS: Gold Medalists 2004 National Star Awards in China given for excellence in their field of drumming and percussive performance (also 2000, 2001 and 1992); Winners in the 1992 Chinese Folk Dancing Competitions for Percussion and Drums Performers.

 

"There is something very original and elusive in their performance…this honesty and spontaneity is a wonderful thing…not the least in the genre of folklore, but it became a very important part of the performance that one will not soon forget!"
_Berlingske Times (Denmark)

 

  “The thunder dragon roared in the Cultural Grand Theatre on Monday night… for most of this exciting show, there was a strong feeling that something very special was happening on stage!” _South China Morning Post