Monkey King creates uproar

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Source: CCTV.com | 02-13-2008 09:06

The Monkey King is back on stage. The China Puppet Art Troupe is presenting the classic "Havoc in the Palace of Heaven."

The Monkey is a symbol of intelligence and agility. Born from a stone, he possesses powerful magic, fears nothing -- and is not afraid to stir an uproar in the Palace of the Heaven.

The Monkey is a symbol of intelligence and agility. Born from a stone, he possesses powerful magic, fears nothing -- and is not afraid to stir an uproar in the Palace of the Heaven. The story is one of China's favourite tales. It has been adapted into many forms: from stage to screen, from Peking opera to puppet shows.

Li Pengjun, vice manager of China Puppet Art Troupe, said, "Uproars in the Palace of Heaven is very popular. Every time we perform it, we get a warm response from the audience, whether they are from home or abroad. Spring Festival is traditional. So we want to show the elite pieces of our traditional culture. "