The Armagh Rhymers
The Armagh Rhymers is one of the most celebrated traditional music and theater ensembles in Northern Ireland. Since it was founded in the 1970s, it has delighted audiences in schools and festivals throughout the country and around the world. Through music, storytelling and drama, the musicians provide an experience that is both entertaining and educational. Their colorful costumes evoke a sense of tradition and history and encapsulate the spirit of the ancient house visiting traditions of Northern Ireland, where the kitchen floor became the stage.
Time: 3 p.m., 8 p.m., May 19
Tickets: 100-580 yuan
Venue: Huaxia Art Center, 1 Guangqiao Street, Nanshan District (南山区光侨街1号华夏艺术中心)
Metro: Line 1 to OCT Station (华侨城站), Exit A
‘Der Elefantenpups’
“Der Elefantenpups” is a symphony blending story and music. Based on a German picture book by Heidi Leenen with music by Christian Klaessen, “Der Elefantenpups” follows a friendly animal keeper, his elephant and his zoo friends as they explore the world of musical instruments and genres, like jazz, blues and more. The book was commissioned by Schott Music as a clever way of introducing children to the characteristics of various instruments, with musical accompaniment provided by a 19-musician orchestra.
Time: 3:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., May 12
Tickets: 180-480 yuan
Venue: Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center, 2106 Nanshan Boulevard (南山大道2106号南山文体中心)
Metro: Line 1 to Taoyuan Station (桃园站), Exit B