Shaolin Monks Martial Arts Display will be presented by Deng Feng Zhongyue Shaolin Boxing Culture Troupe of Songshan Shaolin Temple Warrior Monks’ Training Base and Luohe Acrobatic Troupe, Henan Province, P.R. China. The event is co-organised by the China Cultural Centre in Malta, Valletta Local Council and Mediterranean Conference Centre
The event will be held at the Republic Hall, Mediterranean Conference Centre (MCC), Triq L-Isptar, Valletta on 22 January 2017 at 18:00.
Shaolin Monks Martial Arts Display is fusion of mesmerising feats - a breathtaking performance that's simply 'Mind over Matter'.
The Warrior monks of the Shaolin Temple have protected Chinas emperors and defended peace throughout the centuries, forging formidable fighting skills and creating a advanced spiritual code of combat rooted in Zen Buddhism. Today their devotion to inherit, cultivate and perpetuate this time-honoured legacy of Shaolin Kungfu continues.
Songshan Shaolin Temple Warrior Monks’ Training Base houses a school which is presently home to more than 15,000 students. Differing from any other traditional Chinese education pattern, the new paradigm of the comprehensive martial arts institute was founded upon international standards and combines of martial arts, film, sports, arts, traditional culture and modern technology, all with Shaolin kungfu characteristics.
Tickets to be purchased from MCC Booking Office
Ticket prices starting at EUR 15
China Cultural Centre members are entitled to 10% Discount upon presentation of membership card at MCC Booking Office
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Dengfeng Zhongyue Shoaolin Boxing Culture Troupe was founded in 1998. During the peak tourist season, the troupe performs daily to over 1000 visitors, and may hold up to 10 performances in one day. Since its founding, the troupe has held more than 50,000 performances, 6000 of which were charity shows. To date they have toured in at least ten countries and regions including USA, England, France, Germany, Canada, India, Belgium, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai, promoting Shaolin Zen Boxing Culture and cultural exchange.
Dengfeng Zhongyue Shoaolin Boxing Culture Troupe was founded in 1998. During the peak tourist season, the troupe performs daily to over 1000 visitors, and may hold up to 10 performances in one day. Since its founding, the troupe has held more than 50,000 performances, 6000 of which were charity shows. To date they have toured in at least ten countries and regions including USA, England, France, Germany, Canada, India, Belgium, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai, promoting Shaolin Zen Boxing Culture and cultural exchange.
Over the years, the troupe has also been presented to several political leaders and prominent international figures, such as Queen Elizabeth of England, Russian President Vladimir Putin, American Secretary of State Henry Kissinger; the S. R. Nathan President of Singapore, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Jacques Rogge, President of the International Olympic Committee.
Amongst their countless spectaculars are distinguished performances presented at highly prestigious events, including: “Bird`s Nest - Olympic Park Attraction” at China National Stadium; Shanghai World Expo 2010 Opening Ceremony “Song of Unity”; the 16th Asian Games in Guangzhou (2010) Inauguration Ceremony; Shenzhen 26th World University Summer Games Opening Ceremony (2011); Opening of the Chinese Super League in Guangzhou Province; the 7th National Rural Peasants` Games, in Nan Yang, Henan (2012); Opening Ceremony of the International Military Music Festival “Spasskaya Tower” at Moscow's Red Square(2013); The Great Hall of the People “China`s Journey Back to its Roots”, China Central Television`s “A hundred Flowers Welcome Spring”, amongst other major productions.
Luohe Acrobatic Troupe was established in 1969, as a secondary institution of the Culture Press and Publication Bureau in Luohe City. Today Luohe Acrobatic Troupe is held in high esteem for its distinct style - a perfect balance between refinement and strength; technicality and artistry. In recent years, the Troupe has won over 39 awards in various domestic and international contests and Festivals including First Prize at the 18th edition of the International Circus Festival in the Netherlands, as well as the prestigious Golden Clown Award.
To date Luohe Acrobatic Troupe is has performed in more than 80 regions and countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, Australia and North America, spreading awareness and appreciation of Chinese traditional and regional cultures as well as enhancing bonds of friendship between nations.