The Peasant Prince

Based on the book by Li Cunxin, Illustrated by Anne Spudvilas
Adapted for the stage by Eva Di Cesare, Sandie Eldridge & Tim McGarry

Member exclusive booking period applies until 11.30am, Friday 15 December 2024.

Presented By: Lighthouse Theatre & 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.

MULTI AWARD-WINNING

Most Outstanding Production for Children -The Glugs

Best Production for Children - Sydney Theatre Awards

Best Tour in 2016 - Drovers Awards

"Monkey Baa writers Eva Di Cesare, Sandie Eldridge and Tim McGarry are dab hands at adapting books for young audiences."  The Australian

"We were blown away." Kid Bucket List

"The Peasant Prince is vital, exuberant, aspirational, and inspirational." Australian Stage

"Monkey Baa Theatre Company has created another wonderful work for children." Broadway World

"My son was entranced and my daughter was mesmerised. I was drawn in by the magical telling of a powerful story told so simply and so well." Sydney Arts Guide

"Monkey Baa has created, yet again, a gem for children and adults alike." Theatre Now

"This was an amazing play." Stage Noise

 

 

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60 minutes, no interval

03 5559 4999

Adult:
$17.00
  • Family of 4+
    $14.00
Children & Family
Rating:
G
Please note that the production contains themes of racism and simulated violence