The Dragon Child & The Twelve Animals of the Zodiac
A Fairytale for All Ages
The Dragon Child and the twelve animals of the Zodiac is a magical story told without words, combining Chinese mythology, live performance, puppetry, exquisite costumes and spectacular scenery.
Directed by acclaimed Australian director Peter Wilson, the production has been performed internationally since 2009. Drawing on the twelve animals of the Chinese zodiac, it delivers a powerful environmental message through a story that speaks to children and adults alike.
See The Dragon Child Come to Life
A Story Without Words
A child, a dragon and the twelve animals of the Zodiac come together in a visually stunning journey exploring humanity’s relationship with the natural world.
Through movement, music, puppetry and scenery, The Dragon Child creates a theatrical experience that transcends language and culture.
International Acclaim
Performed by the China National Theatre for Children, founded in 1956 and recognised as one of China’s leading national children’s theatre companies, the production combines traditional artistry with captivating contemporary theatre.
Peter Wilson’s international career spans more than five decades and includes directing the Nature segment of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Opening Ceremony.
“The performance uses no words, but the themes of rapid urbanization and the precarious nature of natural resources is skilfully displayed with an evocative mix of music puppetry and scenery.”
— Nathan King, CCTV
Event Details
Date: Saturday 26 September 2026 Performances: 2:00pm & 7:00pm Venue: Sydney Event Centre, 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont NSW 2009
Duration: Approximately 70 minutes Performed by: China Children’s Art Theatre Directed by: Peter Wilson
