Physical theater drama “L’Orphelin 2.0,” adapted from “The Orphan of Zhao,” one of China’s oldest plays and the first to be translated into a European language, will be staged by Hong Kong drama troupe Theatre de la Feuille.

In “The Orphan of Zhao,” Zhao Shuo, the highest-ranking general in the Dukedom of Jin is framed by Tu’an Gu, his political enemy. Tu’an kills Zhao and all his 300 family members except Zhao Shuo’s son Zhao Wu, who is hidden and secretly brought up by Zhao Shuo’s loyal retainer Cheng Ying. After 20 years the Duke decides to rehabilitate Zhao Wu’s family and allows Zhao Wu to kill Tu’an to avenge his father’s death.

As a historical story, several permutations of it have appeared over the years. Different from the earlier “L’Orphelin” created by director Ata Wong Chun-tat in 2009, “L’Orphelin 2.0” combines several versions of the story.

Without stage settings nor historical costumes, the show retells the tragic legend in sinuous, metaphorical body movements. “Less is more. Audience members will only notice the physical performances. The actors can be tables, trees or a baby,” said Wong.

Time: 8 p.m., May 25

Tickets: 50-399 yuan

Venue: Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center, 2106 Nanshan Boulevard, Nanshan District (南山区南山大道2106号南山文体中心)

Metro: Line 1, Taoyuan Station (桃园站), Exit B(SD News)