Acrobats pull a stunt

Magic shows and Russian circuses have captivated kids and adults this summer in the capital. Now it's the turn of Chinese acrobats, whose breath-taking stunts have won awards at Monte Carlo and Las Vegas and have conquered the hearts of people from around the world.

Those who think of acrobatics as endless hoop-jumping and ball-juggling will change their minds after seeing shows at the Forbidden City Concert Hall today - in the afternoon and at night.

China National Acrobatic Troupe produces a lavish theatrical extravaganza with impressive music, lighting and costumes, plus traditional plate spinning, umbrella and diabolo juggling, cycling feats and hoop jumping.