Experience the ancient tradition of Chinese acrobatics in this exciting and colorful event Saturday, August 22 at 2 p.m. in the Minnesota Discovery Center amphitheater.
This two-hour Golden Dragon Acrobats performance will include such acts as umbrella, ball and hat juggling, a contortionist, “dancing plates,” “swaying board balancing,” “ladder act” “diablo yo-yo,” “tower of chairs,” “table hoop” “power act,” and “spinning wheel.” The 20 athletes, actors and artists who make up the company are all from the People’s Republic of China, and have studied their craft since early childhood.
“We’re very pleased to be bringing this kind of quality family entertainment to the region,” said Debra Rowbottom, Director of Visitor Services. “It’s not the kind of thing that if you miss it, you can catch it again next year.”
The performance will be held rain or shine: nearly all seats at the 1,600-seat Minnesota Discovery Center amphitheater are covered.
“The two hour-long sets are a good length for most kids to be able to handle, and the ticket price is affordable,” Rowbottom added. ”Children of all ages will love the colorful costumes and acrobatics.”
Tickets are $16 for adults, $15 for seniors, $14 for students 7-17 and $7 for children 6 and under. Tickets, which are available by calling 800-372-6437, include admission to the museum and trolley. Minnesota Discovery Center members receive discounted rates.
The performance is made possible in part by a grant from the Arrowhead Regional Arts Council. For more information contact Minnesota Discovery Center at 800-372-6435, email or visit www.goldendragonacrobats.com
