It’s a story that draws on historical events, archaeological discoveries, traditional nomadic dances, and the music of the ancient Hun culture from 3,000 years ago.
Written in 1998 by acclaimed Mongolian writer Lkhagvasuren Bavuu, and revived in April 2022 at the Mongolian State Academic Theatre of Drama, The Mongol Khan explores the evolution of Mongolian culture through a gripping tale of brutal succession that threatens the Empire’s essence. The narrative, filled with tragic elements of jealousy, mistaken identity, and power struggles, are all brought to life through a haunting original score, dramatic storytelling, dance and puppetry.
The multi-sensory Mongolian theatrical production will take to the stage for the first time at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, from Oct 17 to Nov 3. Audiences can now choose to see the shows in either English or Mongolian (both will feature subtitles in English and Mandarin).
For the English language performances, Hollywood actors Ron Yuan, Mark Dacascos and Leonard Wu will join the Mongolian cast of the production. They will be joined by the producer of The Mongol Khan and international actress Byra Bela, renowned Mongolian stars Dulguun Odkhuu and Zana Gankhuyag, alongside an ensemble of over 70 actors, dancers and musicians.
Mulan actor Ron Yuan will step into the legendary role of Archug Khan, while Mark Dacascos, whom audiences might recognise as the deadly assassin in John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, plays the Chancellor. Leonard Wu, who appeared in Disney’s American Born Chinese, plays Achir Prince.
The production of The Mongol Khan is a collaboration between an international team of world-renowned artists and creatives including Tony-nominated playwright Timberlake Wertenbaker, Olivier and Tony Award-winning Nick Barnes, and the prolific historian and travel writer John Man, an expert in Mongolian history and culture.
The Mongol Khan runs from Oct 17 to Nov 3, 2024 at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands. Tickets are available at Marina Bay Sands, Sistic and Klook.
