The National Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China will perform at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at 4 p.m. on Oct 23.

Direct from Beijing, this company of 35 performers is known for its stunning displays of the best in Chinese martial arts, illusion and acrobatics, all set to traditional music.

Since its founding in 1950, the National Acrobats of China have become recognized as the premier large touring acrobatic troupe in the world, winning high honors and awards, including the Presidential Gold Award at the Cirque de Demain Festival in Paris, and the Golden Clown Award at the 28th Monte Carlo International Circus Festival.

Tickets are $15-$60 and are on sale now at the Asheville Civic Center Box Office, ticketmaster.com, or by calling Asheville Bravo Concerts at 828.225.5887. Student tickets are half-price. www.ashevillebravoconcerts.org.