A dramatic theater poster for The Orphan of Zhao [Photo/hhhtnews]

The Orphan of Zhao, one of China's classic tales, has been adapted to films, TV dramas, operas and more.

Now, a Kunqu Opera version of the play is set to be staged in Hohhot, capital of Inner Mongolia autonomous region, on May 19.

Known as China's Hamlet, The Orphan of Zhao tells a story of an orphan's revenge against those who killed members of his family when he was an infant. Written by dramatist Ji Junxiang, it was one of the first major Chinese plays to be translated into European languages.

Kunqu, one of the oldest forms of traditional Chinese opera, is about 600 years old. It combines songs, dance, martial arts and recitations of lyrics. It is performed in the Suzhou dialect.

The Kunqu Opera version of the play aims to appeal to a wider audience.

If you want to go:

Time: 20:00, May 19

Venue: Hohhot Poly Theatre