Live Performance entertainment in China
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Universal Theatre (Heaven & Earth Theatre)
Around 100m north of Poly Plaza, young performers from the China National Acrobatic Troupe perform their mind-bending, joint-popping contortions. A favourite with tour groups, you’ll need to book ahead. Tickets are pricier the further from the stage you sit. Keep an eye out for the dismal white tower that looks like it should be in an airport – that’s where you buy your tickets (credit cards not accepted).
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Mei Lanfang Grand Theatre
Named after China’s most famous practitioner of Peking opera, this theatre opened its doors in 2007 and has since become one of the most popular and versatile venues in town. As well as traditional opera, you can see Shakespeare productions and modern theatre. Contemporary dance companies and international ballet troupes also take to the good-sized stage on a regular basis.
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Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre
The best place in Shànghǎi to catch English language plays, or Chinese adaptations of Western classics with English subtitles, this theatre has a reputation for pushing the buttons of the censors. Recent productions include The Heidi Chronicles and The Tempest. Some of China's finest thespians, such as Ge You, have trodden the boards here.
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Shanghai Circus World
Out on the far northern outskirts of town is this impressive complex. The shows combine awesome acrobatics with new-fangled multimedia elements. Shows start at 7.30pm. Tickets are available at the door, but booking ahead is advised.
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Moonwalker Bar
Moonwalker features fun live entertainment on most nights (usually Filipina chanteuses), and is considered the most famous (and expensive) one among its neighbours.
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Shanghai Stadium
Shanghai Stadium seats 80,000 spectators for major sports events and occasional soft-rock concerts.
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Lijiang Theatre
Show with music, acrobatics and dance, aimed squarely at tourists.
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