HONG KONG: This August, in a breathtaking fusion of East and West, the Hong Kong Ballet premieres its award-winning The Butterfly Lovers in New York. This ballet redefines classical storytelling with innovative choreography, all brought to life by the live accompaniment of the New York City Ballet Orchestra.
Originating from the Eastern Jin Dynasty (317-420 AD), The Butterfly Lovers has been around for over 1,700 years. It is recognised as one of China's four great folktales and is often referred to as the Chinese version of Romeo and Juliet.
