LINES Ballet Shaolin Family Day
Saturday, May 31, 2008 at 2pm
(before 3pm performance)
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Theater Plaza
FREE Family Day Activities for All at 2pm:
- Kung-fu Demo: Doc-Fai Wong Martial Arts Center
- Kung-fu Instruction: Doc-Fai Wong Martial Arts Center
- Ballet Demo: LINES Ballet
- Ballet Instruction: LINES Ballet
- Musical Instruction: Melody of China
- Art & Crafts Tables: Culture Kitchen
- Chinese Treats: Culture Kitchen
LINES Ballet/Shaolin Performance at 3 pm:
Back by popular demand, the dancers of LINES Ballet and the Shaolin monks of China create an unprecedented synthesis of Eastern and Western classical forms. This collaboration represents both a blending of distinct cultural traditions -- ballet and martial arts -- and recognition that these arts of movement are convergent and intertwined.
For performance tickets call: 415-978-2787
or click here to order online.
Groups of 10 or more purchasing tickets for the same date save 20%. Order directly through LINES Ballet by calling
415-863-3040 x283. Ticket prices range from $25-$65. Tickets to the Saturday Matinee performance include the family day activities. There is no extra charge so bring your family and friends!
What the critics are saying about the collaboration:
“I loved it! It was amazing.” Ryan, student from Stuart Hall
“I’ve never seen anything like it. The jumping looked like flying. The ballet dancers were beautiful. The food before was delicious.” Chaia, student from San Francisco Friends School
“I loved the dance!” Rose, student from Clarendon |
Chan Buddhism