"Asia+ Festival" 2026: *Circle* by Crescent Moon Productions

A flawless production by a Vietnamese circus troupe, bringing ancient highland culture to life through world-class acrobatics. The contemporary circus performance *Circle* transports audiences deep into the mist-shrouded highlands of central Vietnam, revealing an ancient culture that remains vibrant and full of vitality. In the language of the K’ho people of the Central Highlands, "Teh Dar" means "circling around"—a symbol of the eternal, unbroken cycle of life. The red-hued stage evokes the iconic red soil of the Central Highlands, where acrobats execute daring aerial feats upon an ever-changing landscape of bamboo structures. Myths of ancestors echo through the dense forests, while an enduring campfire—burning for a thousand years—awakens the spirit of the majestic mountains before the audience’s eyes. A live ensemble performs using traditional instruments—including gongs, buffalo horns, bamboo xylophones, and elephant-foot drums—showcasing the "Gong Culture of the Central Highlands," a tradition recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. Mysterious and powerful, *Circle* is a tribute to traditional culture—a heritage that has stood the test of time, remaining as fresh and vital as ever. Created by Lune Production—often hailed as the "Cirque du Soleil of Vietnam"—this production arrives on the Hong Kong stage for the first time following a successful European tour. An experience not to be missed.