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Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

Average rating:

4.4

17 of 18(94%)customers would recommend this to a friend.

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Review 1 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yi was amazing...

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- Fri 7 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: I personally enjoyed all of it... The singing was the most memorable... Beautiful. @

Posted 20/09/2009

by Andreloveskungfu

Location: London

This show was absolutely amazing. The person that I had taken along with me was going to the theatre for the first time and found it to be an utterly unforgettable experience. It's just a shame there were so few shows...

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- Fri 7 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: I personally enjoyed all of it... The singing was the most memorable... Beautiful. @

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Review 2 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Entertainment at its best

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- Sun 16 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: The demostration of "Chi" strenght with men sandwiched between blades, nails and sledge-hammered concrete blocks. @

Posted 19/08/2009

by mo23

Location: mauri

Being a Kung Fu enthusiast I knew already what to expect from the show, but from the comments of the friend I brought along with me- who doesn`t have a clue about martial arts- I can guarantee that this is a hell of an entertaining show.
The members of the crew presented themselves all lined up on stage. The first man on one side started to roll on the floor like he was a tree trunk, making the other men jump one by one, forming a human wave. The public gasped in stupor for this scenic welcome.
The story is narrated by the Master- who happens to be Chun Yi- to the young apprentice. At the beginning we are moved by this little kid who doesn`t want to leave his mother. Then the perfomances of the highly trained artists don`t let us any time to think and bring this story of the journey of life to another level. The music of the ancient chinese instruments create the Zen atmosphere that reflects perfectly the character of the wise Master, the warrior of peace. The fast paced percussions keep the crowd on the edge of their seats when there are the gravity defying acrobacies on stage. Moments of calm are alternated to moments of thrill. The colourful costumes and lights are the right catalyst for the atmosphere of this touchy story, suspended between legend and reality.

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- Sun 16 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: The demostration of "Chi" strenght with men sandwiched between blades, nails and sledge-hammered concrete blocks. @

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Review 3 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yi : Legend of Kuung fu - Awesome

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- Fri 14 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: One part where the main character and a lady were swinging on a long bit of silk from above the stage. @

Posted 16/08/2009

by se72

Location: Southend Essex

This show was probably one of the most spectacular, well choreographed, stunning shows I have ever seen. The music was brilliant, the stunts the guys did were just mind blowing. Several times I was saying 'oh my god!!' as I couldnt beleive what they were doing. Apart from that, there is a lovely heartwarming story throughout with some touching mucis and dances.

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- Fri 14 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: One part where the main character and a lady were swinging on a long bit of silk from above the stage. @

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Review 4 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yi was wonderful for the whole family

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Favourite moment: When Chun Yi was brought to the temple as a child by his mother and was being left with the Kung Fu Master to learn and grow. @

Posted 15/08/2009

by EmanHS

Location: DC, USA

Loved this play. My 7 and 10 year olds were spellbound. My younger son asked if he can come the next night to watch it. It also had a great lesson for the kids and the dancing and music were wonderful. I would only add one suggestion. I wish they add more detail to the story to accompany the wonderful song and dance.

Highly recommended.

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Favourite moment: When Chun Yi was brought to the temple as a child by his mother and was being left with the Kung Fu Master to learn and grow. @

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Review 5 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yi was fast moving, exciting, totally amazing

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Favourite moment: When Chun Yi was made the Abbot of the Temple, and given the robes. @

Posted 13/08/2009

by Riddlesdown

Location: Purley

We went with two grandchildren, boy aged 9 and girl aged 7. They were entranced. When the curtain came down for the interval, they didn't want it to stop. A very exciting and beautifully choreographed production.

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- Wed 12 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: When Chun Yi was made the Abbot of the Temple, and given the robes. @

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Review 6 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yi - extraordinary performances

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Favourite moment: Switchover from small child to grown man. @

Posted 13/08/2009

by neighbour

Location: London

It was colourful, exciting and the music was excellent. The presentation of the skills of the men on the stage was presented in the context of a story to a small child, so all the movements and performances made sense. The 3 Ballerinas were stunning to watch and the ariel ballet was beautiful.

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Favourite moment: Switchover from small child to grown man. @

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Review 7 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yi at the Colliseum has to be experienced

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Favourite moment: All of it, but the love scene was beautifully choreographed and danced. @

Posted 11/08/2009

by Karnach

This show was fantastic. It was fast paced from start to finish. The music was mesmeric, every single person on stage was outstanding. There was action, fast and durious and there was also beautiful ballet as two people danced in love. My 9 year old son was with me and he loved it too. It isn't just about dance, there's also martial arts in it.

You must see this show before it leaves London.

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- Wed 5 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: All of it, but the love scene was beautifully choreographed and danced. @

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Review 8 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu amazing

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Posted 10/08/2009

by Havoc6

Fantastic show from scene changes and moods with colour , excitement , visually stunning and all done with style. Jaw dropping skill and dance art all in one show.

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Review 9 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

4 / 5

A must see performance!

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Favourite moment: The young Chun Yi and friends were great! @

Posted 09/08/2009

by Latinrunning

Location: London

I would really recommend Chun Yi to anyone who enjoys martial arts, modern dance and spectacular moves! I would go back and see this again. Good flow- just the right length and caters for a wide audience.

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Favourite moment: The young Chun Yi and friends were great! @

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Review 10 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yi - brilliant and beautiful !

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Posted 09/08/2009

by 5Kup

Location: London

Wonderfully choreographed, watching the speed and skill was completely captivating, difficult to adapt a story like that for the theatre but they did a great job !

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Review 11 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

5 / 5

Chun Yii; Lagend of Kung Fu is an amazing show!!

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Favourite moment: Too many to mention, but the youngest members of the cast were fantastic. @

Posted 06/08/2009

by Rainbird

Location: Ilford, Essex.

I saw this with my two sons, one who is 15 and the other 29, both absolutely adored the show as did I. It has everything, colour, excitement and a wonderful music score.
This is a show I would be happy to recommend to anyone!!

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Favourite moment: Too many to mention, but the youngest members of the cast were fantastic. @

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Review 12 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

4 / 5

Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu-Good but expected more

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Posted 06/08/2009

by Reviewartist

Location: London

A good show and credible to the artists but was expecting a little more Kung Fu and Martial Arts really

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Review 13 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

3 / 5

Chun YI had some Chi

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- Wed 5 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: The Dream Scene @

Posted 06/08/2009

by Amar

Location: London

Not bad for someone who doesn't go to the theatre, lots to keep one entertained.

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Favourite moment: The Dream Scene @

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Review 14 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

4 / 5

Do you do Kung fu?

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- Mon 3 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: The tricks and flips in the opening scenes @

Posted 06/08/2009

by CovGardenGirl

Location: Covent Garden

This is a fun show for all the family. Doesn't go for too long and there's even a simple story line so your attention doesn't wane. The performers were well honed kung fu machines! Mixed kung fu, swordsmanships, dance, song, displays of strength (or stupidity!) together beautifully. There were times where the music and noise created by the performers got you sitting on the edge of your seat! Beautiful theatre as well. Very enjoyable - go and see it!!

Favourite moment: The scene stealers were the 3 young boys who entered the stage doing forward flips. Not just any old forward flip mind you - instead of going from a handstand to bridge and pulling themselves up they used their heads (look mum - no hands!!) and landed in a bridge and sprung back up! The audience were in awe!

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- Mon 3 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: The tricks and flips in the opening scenes @

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Review 15 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

4 / 5

Chun Yi: Legeng of Kung Fu.... breath taking

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- Mon 3 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: The little children and their amazing forward rolls on their heads! @

Posted 06/08/2009

by KY04

I had read mixed reviews from various newspapers, some describing the show as a limp musical with Kung Fu and not for the avid martial art fans as they use bendy swords, and some describing the show as a Kung Fu master piece, so I was intrigued to see for myself.

The show began with an array of stunts to capitivate the audience from the start. The kung fu action throughout was consistant with the plot, and similar to other threatre productions there were a few mellow moments which was expected to allow the storyline to flow.

Overall a joy to watch, and as for the "bendy sword" comment , the guy obviously doesn't know much about Chinese Kung Fu as it's a well recognised weapon in martial art. Worth a trip to go and see.

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Favourite moment: The little children and their amazing forward rolls on their heads! @

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Review 16 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

4 / 5

great evening out

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Posted 03/08/2009

by outlaw

The venue is awesome, deceptively large, clean and well looked after. Staff are really friendly and helpful. The show was super and was enjoyed immensely by the whole family. Really made me miss my Wushu days.

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Review 17 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

4 / 5

Chun Yi ; Legend of Kung Fu was spectacular !

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- Fri 31 Jul 2009 @

Favourite moment: The stunt where the monk is sandwiched between a sword, and nails and large blocks of stone are placed on top and broken with a hammer. @

Posted 02/08/2009

by LordJohn

Location: Orpington, Kent

The production of Chun Yi : Legend of Kung Fu was a truly spectacular production. It had everything - acrobatics, dance, martial arts, and was visually stunning. The cast of men and women, not all monks surely, with a number of children as well, displayed a phenomenal physical dexterity, which was at times quite breath-taking. Some of the martial arts stunts were simply extraordinary. The narrative held the show together, and turned it into a form of oriental ballet, visually stunning and beautifully choreographed.
The production was simply suberb, and most enjoyable!

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Favourite moment: The stunt where the monk is sandwiched between a sword, and nails and large blocks of stone are placed on top and broken with a hammer. @

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Review 18 for Chun Yi: Legend of Kung Fu

2 / 5

Chuni Yi

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- Sat 1 Aug 2009 @

Favourite moment: Breaking the slab of brick on the guy's chest @

Posted 02/08/2009

by MrFox289

Location: London

Following the Chun Yi play I had mixed views. The story line or lack there off needed more work however this was over shadowed by the Kung Fu atistry and acrobatics. The skills of the kung Fu practitioners were second to none, i would recommend the show on this basis, but if your looking for an equally good story you will not find it here.

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Favourite moment: Breaking the slab of brick on the guy's chest @

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