Have you ever wondered what it would be like to step inside a magical story? 🌟 ‘The Story of the Stone’ is a new musical that brings the famous Chinese novel Dream of the Red Chamber to the stage!
This exciting show tells the tale of Jia Baoyu, a young boy who has a special connection with a mischievous stone that’s come to life. Together, they explore a world filled with beauty, emotion, and adventure.
Directed by Gao Ruijia, the musical mixes traditional Chinese opera with modern musical theater. That means you’ll hear music and see performances that combine the old and the new, creating something totally unique!
Actor Zhang Ze plays Jia Baoyu. He grew up around Chinese opera, so he adds special moves and styles to his character. He says, “I try to show the softer, more delicate side of Baoyu so everyone can feel what he’s feeling.”
The stage is designed to be magical too! Imagine a drop of water rippling in a pond—the set moves in circles to show how the story comes full circle. It’s like you’re part of the journey!
The music gets more dramatic when the feelings in the story get stronger. That’s because they use big orchestral sounds to make those moments even more powerful! 🎶
The creators hope kids and teens everywhere will love this musical. Director Gao says, “We want to share these amazing stories with people all over the world.”
So, if you love stories about magic, adventure, and emotions that everyone can relate to, ‘The Story of the Stone’ might just be your next favorite musical! 🎭
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A musical take on Chinese classic 'Dream of the Red Chamber'
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