Have you watched I AM WHAT I AM (雄狮少年), an animated film inspired by the ancient tradition of lion dance? Its adapted musical is set for a global premiere at the Guangzhou Opera House from January 11 to 14, 2024, featuring a stellar cast, including Hong Kong actor and singer Jordan Chan Siu-chun and Singaporean singer Kit Chan.

Set in Guangdong province, I AM WHAT I AMfollows the journey of A Juan, a left-behind teenager, who attends a lion dance competition in Guangzhou with his friends after training under master Xian Yu Qiang. This inspiring story portrays the courageous pursuit of dreams by an ordinary adolescent.

In this musical, Jordan Chan Siu-chun will portray Xian Yu Qiang, the once-famous lion dance king, while Kit Chan will act as his wife, A Zhen, both of whom accompany the lion dance team on their journey of growth. Directed by He Nian, this production has also invited Zhao Weibin, a provincial-level inheritor of intangible cultural heritage, to serve as the lion dance advisor.

Additionally, the musical features nearly 20 original songs that blend diverse music styles, including traditional drum music, pop, rock, ballads, local operas, folk songs, flamenco, and more. The powerful sound of the live band, consisting of keyboards, guitars, bass, drums, percussion, violin, cello, and flute, is set to inspire the audience.

Time: 19:30, January 11 to 12, 2024; 14:30 & 19:30, January 13 to 14, 2024

Venue: Opera Hall, Guangzhou Opera House (广州大剧院歌剧厅)

Ticket price: RMB 180, 280, 480, 680, 780, 980

Language: Chinese (with subtitles of song lyrics)

Nearest metro station: Take Metro Line 3 or 5, get off at the Zhujiang New Town Station, and then use Exit C.

Note: One ticket per person. Children under 1.2 meters are not permitted.

Where to buy tickets: Search WeChat official account "广州大剧院 (pinyin: guang zhou da ju yuan)" or scan the QR code below to purchase the ticket.