The Peasant Prince
Events Warrnambool, Warrnambool, Victoria
1 Aug 2024 Once Only Event
Presented By: Lighthouse Theatre and Monkey Baa.
The children’s version of Li Cunxin’s iconic autobiography, Mao’s Last Dancer, The Peasant Prince tells a remarkable true story of a 10-year-old peasant boy’s journey from impoverished rural China to the international dance scene. This is a story of courage, resilience and unwavering hope.
Li, a 10-year-old peasant boy is plucked from his village in rural China and sent to a ballet academy in the big city. He leaves everything and everyone he loves, including his family. Over years of gruelling training, this boy transforms from an impoverished peasant to a giant of the international dance scene. Li’s courage, resilience and unwavering hope for a better life for himself and his family make The Peasant Prince a story to ignite our own aspirations to be the best person we can be. Audiences will be captivated by this very personal story, truly a 20th-century fairy tale.
Most Outstanding Production for Children -The Glugs
Best Production for Children – Sydney Theatre Awards
Best Tour in 2016 – Drovers Awards
Event Dates
Once Only Event
1 Aug 2024