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When the sky collapses and chaos engulfs the world, the goddess Nüwa melts five-coloured stones to patch the heavens and restore order. This production brings together Hebei Bangzi Theatre and the Ci Xian Huai Tune Cultural Centre, featuring Huai Tune – a 300-year-old intangible heritage from southern Hebei. Combining traditional singing, stylised movement, contemporary lighting and multimedia design, the opera transforms an ancient creation myth into a modern theatrical experience. With only six performers, it tells a timeless story of sacrifice, guardianship and hope, connecting a fading…
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Nüwa Mends the Sky is by Hebei Bangzi Theatre / Huai Tune Cultural Centre, listed under Dance Physical Theatre and Circus in the Fringe programme. It plays at theSpace @ Symposium Hall, Hill Square, EH8 9DR, 7 August to 9 August.
The show runs 50 minutes and is suitable for ages 18+. Tickets are £7.