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The Dragon Child and the Twelve Animals Of The Zodiac: a fairytale for all ages

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Key Facts:

• *The Dragon Child* is a wordless performance exploring environmental themes through Chinese mythology, puppetry, and visual arts, directed by acclaimed Australian director Peter Wilson.
• The show has been performed internationally since 2009, drawing on the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac to deliver a powerful message about growth, survival, and the cycle of life.
• It is performed by the China Children's Art Theatre, a leading national children's theatre company founded in 1956, renowned for enchanting audiences worldwide.
• The production features exquisite costumes, scenery, live performance, and puppetry, making it an experience that captivates both children and adults.
• It will be staged for one day only at the Sydney Event Centre on Saturday, 26 September 2026, with performances at 2pm and 7pm; tickets range from $49 to $149, with an early bird discount available from 22 July to 9 August.

Sydney, Australia – A show that explores environmental themes through Chinese mythology, puppetry, and visual arts crossing cultures and generations. Performed by the renowned China Children’s Art Theatre and originally directed by acclaimed Australian Director Peter Wilson, it has been performed on the international stage since 2009. For one day only at the Sydney Event Centre on Saturday, 26 September 2026 at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets from $49 to $149 with early bird discount 22 July to 9 August.

A beautifully told story, without words. Steeped in Chinese mythology, the drama unfolds through live performances and puppetry, and a visual feast of exquisite costumes and scenery.

Directed by world-famous Australian director, Peter Wilson, The Dragon Child has been performed in countries around the world since 2009, receiving wide acclaim by drawing on the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac to help deliver a powerful environmental message. A story of growth, survival and the endless cycle of life told from the perspective of a child, this unique experience captures the imagination of children and adults alike. 

Performed by the China Children’s Art Theatre, founded in 1956 and recognised as one of China’s leading national children’s theatre companies, known for enchanting audiences and nurturing outstanding artists and performers.

Enjoy the magic and wonder of a performance that will captivate all generations. 

“The performance uses no words, but the themes of rapid urbanization and the precarious nature of natural resources is skilfully displayed with an evocative mix of music puppetry and scenery - in a way that children of all ages can understand.”  Nathan King, CCTV 

 

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