Phoenix Rising at American Repertory Theater

Athletic strength, contemporary costumes, explosive Taiko drumming and innovative choreography combine into TAO: Phoenix Rising. The show has critics raving over the extraordinary precision, energy, and stamina. With hundreds of sold-out shows and more than a million spectators, TAO has proven that modern entertainment based on the traditional art of Japanese drumming, has massive international appeal.

The stars of TAO: Phoenix Rising live and train at a compound in the mountains of Japan, reaching the highest level of virtuosity only after years of intensive study. The performers each bring non-traditional flair to the group by drawing on their diverse backgrounds. They offer a young and vibrantly modern take on a traditional art form.