The Golden Dragon Acrobats, performing at Kirkland Performance Center May 8-10, represent the very best of a time-honored, millennia-old tradition. Direct from Hebei, China, the company has traveled to all 50 states and to over 65 countries on five continents. With performers trained in the rigorous art of acrobatics since early youth, the troupe has garnered international acclaim.

The Golden Dragons do ancient Chinese acrobatic acts such as diving through hoops, and more modern acts like unicycling.

Bring the whole family to be inspired by the incredible skill, artistry and grace of the Golden Dragon Acrobats. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. May 8; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. May 9 and 3 p.m. May 10 at KPC. Tickets are $37 adults, $33.50 seniors and $20 youth. For information, www.kpcenter.org or call 425-893-9900.