ORphan of chao 

Considered by many to be the Chinese Hamlet, this is an epic play about revenge, morality, and family. After a bloody palace power struggle leaves an infant orphaned, a benevolent doctor sacrifices his own son to keep the child alive, so he can avenge his family when he comes of age. It’s one of the oldest plays in the Chinese canon, it combines beautiful music and insightful dialogue to create a powerful story that will stay with you long after the curtain closes. It’s a powerful reminder that some family trees are rooted in blood and secrets.

A Shaw Festival Production

Translated and Adapted by Michael Man. Based on the classical Chinese drama, The Great Revenge of the Zhao Orphan By Ji Junxiang

Directed by Courtney Ch'ng Lancaster

Set and lighting designed by Jareth Li

Costumes designed by Ting – Huan 挺歡 Christine Urquhart

Original music and sound designed by Heidi Wai Yee Chan

Production Photos by (and copyright property of) David Cooper.