A Thousand Years Ago: A Romance of the Orient

Set against the glittering backdrop of ancient Pekin, the play opens at the bustling city gate where the spirited Princess Turandot is bound by her father, the Emperor, to a destiny of honor and intrigue. A daring outsider, Prince Calaf of Astrakhan, arrives with his loyal servitor Barak, his presence sparking curiosity and a hint of romance amid the imperial courts. As courtiers and eunuchs move through the harem’s shadowed chambers, the stage buzzes with witty repartee and the promise of an unfolding love story.

The production weaves together Eastern opulence and European theatrical flair, featuring a troupe of flamboyant vagabonds whose antics add a light‑hearted counterpoint to the palace intrigue. Magical whispers and seductive adventures hint at deeper myths, while the dialogue balances earnest emotion with clever comedy. Listeners will find themselves drawn into a world where dreams of a thousand years past feel both timeless and vividly fresh.