An unimaginable amount of energy.
A 400-years-old instrument.
Heart-thumping rhythms and explosive beats.
YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan delivers a thrilling, high-energy ride through centuries of Japanese tradition with a dizzying display of more than 40 Taiko drums. The power of human strength, tenacity and sheer endurance lie at the heart of this new program, which challenges the influence of artificial intelligence on art.
Don’t miss YAMATO’s return to Asheville, Wednesday & Thursday, Feb. 12 & 13 at 7 p.m. in Diana Wortham Theatre at the Wortham.
“Pure energy meets spiritual high” –The Scotsman
“It was simply captivating. The incredible talent and sheer enjoyment of what they do was plain to see.” –The Evening Post (UK)
“A thoroughly enjoyable and exciting show…it moves between visually stunning, musically interesting, powerful and humorous. It’s an outstanding show that the entire family will love.” –Addicted Toronto
“Each audience member spent the evening as a witness to this magical exposition. Should you ever see the name of this troupe again, be sure to book seats for the whole family. Expect to be transported to the other side of the globe.” –The Reader