Immersive Tour of Qin Legacy
On April 5, as part of the 'Tree Carries Ten Thousand Autumns: Same Root, Same Ancestor' media visit, Xi’an’s Lintong District opened the doors to the grand Qinhuang Grand Theatre. Inspired externally by ancient bronze armor and set against the Terracotta Army Museum, its interior sets the stage for 'Qin Yongqing.'
Five Acts, One Epic Story
'Qin Yongqing' unfolds in five acts—Army Revival, Strategies of Statecraft, Troop Mobilization, Journey Through Time, and Universal Harmony—chronicling the discovery and excavation of the Terracotta Warriors. Dynamic choreography and poignant dialogues bring to life the dedication of soldiers and a philosophical exchange between an ordinary warrior and the First Emperor on war and peace.
From Bronze to Bytes
Led by Chinese artists Sha Xiaolan and Zhao Ming with German composer Klaus Badelt, the production fuses drama, dance, and music with cutting-edge sound, light, and digital tech. A 200-square-meter rotating stage reimagines Xianyang Palace, while AI-controlled lift pillars transform into the Great Wall and war chariots, embodying the Qin ideal of 'uniform script and carriage gauge.'
A Universal Language of Culture
According to Chen Haiqi, production general manager, the show decodes the genetic code of Chinese civilization in a universal language rather than simply replicating history. Visitors can engage closely with the life-size replica of ancient chimes and interact with the Terracotta Army in this immersive blend of past and present.
Why It Matters
For young global citizens, entrepreneurs, and culture lovers, 'Qin Yongqing' offers a fresh perspective on ancient innovation and statecraft. It reminds us that millennia-old stories can inform modern debates on unity, identity, and the power of art—no matter where you are in the world.
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Epic Stage Drama 'Qin Yongqing' Revives Millennia-Old Qin Civilization
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