Forbidden City - back by popular demand!

Forbidden City: Portrait of an Empress

From 8 Sep 2006

Esplanade Theatre

Presented by Singapore Repertory Theatre

"... Strong story, well presented." ~ The Business Times

"A Huge Success" ~ Opera Now

Starring Kit Chan.

A historical retelling of the story of China's Empress Dowager, the story is seen from the eyes of an American painter, Kate Carl, who is commissioned to paint the Empress' portrait.

The Empress recounts her amazing journey from a young imperial concubine to become the Empress of China and the pressures she faced. The musical explores the myths surrounding her reign, from the controversial death of her only son to her ambitious tussle for power.

Having played to 60,000 people in 2003, Forbidden City is Singapore's most successful musical to date.

Staged to coincide with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) - World Bank Group - Board of Governors Annual Meetings, Singapore 2006.

Tickets will be available soon at all SISTIC outlets.