O2 London Dates AnnouncedThe opera will be performed at Monkey's World, a specially designed theatre built exclusively to host the opera at the O2. The bespoke tent, created by the Monkey team, will feature its' own restaurant, bar and even a Chinese foot massage parlour.Tickets go on sale on Friday 12 September at 9am AboutIn a mythical time, on the Mountain of Flower and Fruit, Monkey was hatched from a stone egg.
So begins the tale of the Monkey King, our headstrong, self-important hero. After crossing the all-powerful Buddha, Monkey is given the opportunity to redeem himself by travelling to India with the young monk Tripitaka to bring the Holy Scriptures back to China.
Latest newsWhat the critics have to say...Monkey at the Royal Opera House, UK shows...BBC Sport Collaborate With Jamie Hewlett And...U.S. Premiere May 22nd - June 8th At 2008 Spoleto... Monkey Journey To The West To Get Us PremierePerformance
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Conceived, Written and Directed by Chen Shi-Zheng - Composed by Damon Albarn
Visual Concept, Costume, Design and Animation by Jamie Hewlett Produced by Monkey Journey To The West Ltd in association with CMO Management and Manchester International Festival Originally produced by Théâtre du Châtelet in co-production with Manchester International Festival. |