The result is Monkey: Journey to the West, a show which blends acrobatics, music, animation and martial arts to tell the story of Sun Wukong and his travelling companions on their journey of ...

Sometimes it isn't about the destination, it's about the journey ... West outlaw who wreaked havoc across New Mexico in the 19th century, the route is packed with plenty of sights, and even more lore.

Understanding the ties to Journey to the West also creates a deeper appreciation ... there could be even more subtle references or nods to the lore Toriyama based the original story on.