Everything under the sky - Veerle De Vos & Sarah Yu Zeebroek

Discover a unique performance in which VRT journalist Veerle De Vos and Sarah Yu Zeebroek join forces to explore the deeper connection between China and the West. They take you on a journey back in time to the 17th century, when Ferdinand Verbiest, a Flemish scientist and Jesuit, gained access to the Chinese emperor’s inner circle thanks to his exceptional knowledge. However, his path was full of obstacles: court intrigues and tensions with Rome constantly put his mission under pressure. Alles onder de hemel revives the compelling, yet largely forgotten, story of the first real encounter between China and the Western world. What were the consequences of this historic confrontation? What role did women play in this ‘man’s world’? And how relevant are Verbiest’s experiences at a time when China is once again a powerful global player? Let yourself be swept away by this extraordinary story and discover how the past and present cross paths. In this piece, Sarah Yu Zeebroek blends her musical and artistic talents into the historical story of Veerle de Vos. Together, they debunk the clichés Westerners often have about China. Using music, history and culture as a central guide, this captivating performance shows how we can gain a better understanding of China, then and now. ... Read more at https://theateraanzee.be/programma/alles-onder-de-hemel