Tang Dynasty Dinner Show

The Tang Dynasty Dinner Show, a performance of Chang'an music and dance originated in China 's Tang Dynasty over a thousand years ago. It has been recreated in accordance with various historical records as well as ancient art and relics discovered in Xian, the capital of the empire during the Tang Dynasty.

The Tang Dynasty Dinner Show is performed by the "Tang Dynasty Song & Dance Troupe", a branch of the "Shaanxi Provincial Song & Dance Troupe". This type of performance has been treasured as a national art that reflects the glory and richness of the Tang Dynasty era.

The Performances:

The Huaqing Palace

"The Huaqing Palace " is a typical piece of Tang court music. In this performance you will see various ancient Chinese musical instruments.

This selection was originally performed at royal banquets at the Huaqing Palace , a Tang imperial palace located twenty miles east of Xian at the foot of Mt. Lishan .

The White Ramie Cloth Costume Dance

The "White Ramie Cloth Costume Dance" was a popular folk dance during the Tang Dynasty. The ramie cloth was actually discovered by the Chinese during the Jin dynasty, and the dance was choreographed to demonstrate the flowing quality of this new fabric.

The Tang Dynasty Dinner Show, a performance of Chang'an music and dance originated in China 's Tang Dynasty over a thousand years ago. It has been recreated in accordance with various historical records as well as ancient art and relics discovered in Xian, the capital of the empire during the Tang Dynasty.

The Tang Dynasty Dinner Show is performed by the "Tang Dynasty Song & Dance Troupe", a branch of the "Shaanxi Provincial Song & Dance Troupe". This type of performance has been treasured as a national art that reflects the glory and richness of the Tang Dynasty era.

Battling Dance of the King of Qin

"The Battling Dance of the King of Qin" is a triumphal dance created by Tang Taizong, a Tang Emperor renowned for building the empire's military strength. "King of Qin" was his official title before being crowned the Tang Emperor. The weapons and flags used in performance are replicas of those used by his soldiers.

Red and Blue Camelot Dance

"The Red and Blue Camelot Dance" was a Tang court dance created by Yang Guifei, the favourite concubine of Tang Emperor Tang Xuanzong. Yang Guifei, renowned as one of the four most beautiful women in Chinese history, choreographed and performed the dance as a recreation of one of the Emperor's dreams.

Da Nuo Dance

"The Da Nuo Dance" is a sorcerer's dance originating in ancient China and performed as early as in the Zhou Dynasty. Later, during the Han and Tang Dynasties, it was performed during ceremonies for good luck and to dispel evil spirits and plagues.

Qui Ci Zhe Zhi Dance

Since ancient times, Qui Ci developed as its own unique Northwestern Chinese civilization, and was well known for its cultural music and dances. During the period of the Tang Dynasty, the Ambassadors of Qui Ci would stage performances of their unique cultural music and dances each year as an homage to the Tang Emperors. It has since gained popularity and fame.

Buddha's Theme

Buddhism was the most popular religious belief during the Tang dynasty. "The Buddha's Theme" is a piece of music which expresses the philosophy of Buddhism. It is performed by the 'Tang Dynasty Zhong Yan Ladies Band" using traditional musical instruments.

The Food:

Pearls of Cathay

Taro-coated pasted sea scallops deep-fried to a golden brown and garnished with garden salad with oyster sauce dressing.

The Royal Marriage

Dumpling delicacies accompanied by the famous double-boiled consomme with black mushrooms are prepared from authentic recipes originating from the southern and northern parts of the Land of the Dragon

The Princess's Pin

Tenderloins of beef, slightly fried to perfection, served with seasonal vegetables.

Heart of the King Dragon

Crispy king prawns highlighted with honey glazed walnuts -- the chef's own creation and highly recommended

Lotus Fairy

A uniquely prepared fried rice dish wrapped in the aromatic leaves of the Lotus.

The Willow 's Melody

Ginger fresh fruit salad with snow mushrooms in haw berry syrup. This is a delightful dessert reputed to be the favourite of the Tang Empress

After Dinner Delights

Seasonal fruit, home-made petits fours, and Jasmine tea.