Forging the Swords

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Theatre (drama, contemporary)

  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

Adapted from Lu Xun's novel, Forging the Swords tells the story of a naturally kind-hearted child, who is suddenly entrusted with the monumental task of avenging his father's murder. Two swords are wielded in the name of peace, yet result in further bloodshed. Incorporating elements from the ancient Chinese collection of supernatural tales the play poses thought-provoking philosophical questions of humankind. Where will our obsessions ultimately lead us? Is the culmination of revenge truly freedom, or is it an endless void?

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General venue access

  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: Entrance to main house and accessible toilet is via level entrance to halls to halls from Lauriston Street (slight downward slope to floor in foye). Accessible toilet in ground floor foyer, adjacent to space.

    • Wheelchair access type: Level Access

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

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EW 29 days ago

A dramatic performance with beautifully choreographed movement! 5/5 high recommended!

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Ewan Cameron 31 days ago

Earnest fantasy performed with wonderful physicality.

If you're a fan of Tolkien, go see this!

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jiayi chen 31 days ago

Adapted from one of the greatest author of China, Lu Xun, this play is such an amazing show to view. Abundant with wonderful real Chinese kung fu parts and interactions, Forging the Swords made it to create an intense atmosphere dated back to ancient China dynasty with so many intelligent talents. A dreamy journey with adventure and love and perseverance.
It satisfied me with all cast's martial arts action with their fighting scenes. It amazed me with its brilliant adaption from the novel into an one hour short play with whole students cast.
Appreciate you all for bringing me a dream of wuxia and jianghu.
The script is well written and developed with good tunes. All the performers are so vividly played and guiding us into the world of swords and dream.

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Scottish Field (4/5 stars) 31 days ago

A wonderfully entertaining piece of theatre that combined well-choregraphed martial arts, paper mache puppetry and Nuo opera.

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