TWENTY-SIX monks gave a display of martial arts expertise in a busy town centre.
The masters of kung fu gave a demonstration of their skills in Darlington’s Market Square at the weekend ahead of their forthcoming performances in the region.
The Shaolin Warriors’ Seasons of Life, is playing at Darlington Civic Theatre on Tuesday, May 26, and is opening the theatre’s new season.
The monks have travelled from China and are on their first tour of Europe.
Their show not only demonstrates their martial arts skills, but also presents the philosophical theory at the heart of Buddhism.
They are also appearing at the Journal Tyne Theatre on Friday.
The brochure for Darlington Civic Theatre’s new season is out now and available to pick up from the Civic Theatre Box Office, Darlington Arts Centre, and other venues throughout the town.
To book for a show in the summer season, call 01325-486555 or visit darlingtonarts.co.uk For information about tickets at the Journal Tyne Theatre call 0844-493-9999.
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