Japan’s preeminent taiko drumming troupe is coming to Beijing. Kodo, a traditional Japanese word, simultaneously means ‘heartbeat’ and ‘children of the drum’, which in essence reflects the troupes desire to play the drums with the innocence of a child. Embarking on a tour to celebrate its 35th anniversary, this brand new production is directed by Tamasaburo Bando and is appropriately entitled ’Evolution‘ as it intends to push the boundaries with a new generation of drummers that have their own creative ambitions to explore. Come and join this long-standing drumming troupe preform what the New York Times calls “a celebration of music, of physicality, of life.”