Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show

Xi’an, the city which was formerly known as Chang'an has a very long history, and was the imperial capital during 13 dynastic periods. Among them, the Tang Dynasty (618 A.D. - 907 A.D.) that enjoyed fame throughout the history reveals prosperity and brilliance of Chinese civilization. "Tang Dynasty Music and Dance" is one of the symbols of its culture when the dynasty was at the pinnacle of power and splendor.

As an art form, the show has its roots in folk fetes, when dances were first performed by people as part of rituals of prayer for a good harvest or a better life. With the time passing by music and dance became a delicate performing art.

Unlike some other regimes, the Tang was open to outside influences and was willing to take in the best of various art forms of not only the past dynasties but also the ethnic groups in the northwestern China as well as central and western Asia. Thus a wide range of unusual oriental musical instruments, many techniques such as painting, sculpting, pattern and costume design, cuisine and dining etiquette, singing and dancing was accepted by the Chinese, paving the way for the kind of entertainment that is now the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show. By combining poetry with the skilled playing of musical instruments, singing, dancing and also stunning costumes, the modern presentation is certain to give you an impressive view of ancient China including its splendid history, brilliant arts, distinct traditions and customs.

Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show assembles the best of songs and dances in the past generations, and drew essences from many ethnic groups in Western Regions and foreign cultures, which fully reflected the national conditions and customs of Tang Dynasty at the height of its power. It is the perfect portraiture of the prosperity and peace of the booming Tang Dynasty.

The Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show has now become a classic entertainment that has been warmly appreciated by audiences running into hundreds of thousands for more than twenty years.