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General Introduction Of  The Romantic Show of Shanghai

The Romantic Show of Shanghai is the blockbuster theatrical spectacle and the crown jewel of the Shanghai Songcheng Park. More than just a performance, it is a breathtaking journey through the epic history and vibrant spirit of Shanghai itself. The show draws its inspiration from the city's profound transformation, tracing its origins from a simple fishing village in the Warring States Period, through the elegant charm of its Jiangnan water town days, the tumultuous and glamorous era of the 1930s Bund, and finally to its current status as a dazzling, forward-looking global metropolis.

This artistic masterpiece is brought to life by the visionary director Huang Qiaoling and Songcheng Performance, China's leader in tourism performing arts. The narrative unfolds in a series of powerful acts, each a distinct chapter in Shanghai's story, leaving the audience captivated from start to finish. What truly sets The Romantic Show of Shanghai apart is its revolutionary use of cutting-edge stage technology. The theater itself becomes a character, with stages that split and move, a stunning waterfall of real water pouring onto the stage, and actors flying over the audience on wires. State-of-the-art holographic projections and giant LED screens seamlessly blend with live performers, creating a truly immersive experience where the line between reality and illusion dissolves.

The powerful musical score, which shifts from classical Chinese melodies to modern symphonic arrangements, drives the emotional narrative, while the large-scale dance numbers—a fusion of classical, acrobatic, and contemporary styles—are executed with stunning precision. Ultimately, The Romantic Show of Shanghai is more than a show; it's a sensory overload and a passionate tribute to the city's resilient, open, and innovative character, perfectly capturing the essence of its famous "Haipai" culture. It has rightfully earned its reputation as a "must-see" experience, offering an unforgettable dive into the soul of Shanghai.

Development and Adjustment

The Romantic Show of Shanghai has undergone a significant journey of development and strategic refinement, largely driven by the need to adapt to post-pandemic tourism trends and evolving audience expectations. Initially conceived as a flagship production for the Shanghai Songcheng Park, the show and its surrounding facility underwent a major revitalization and re-launch in July 2023. This transformative upgrade was motivated by a strategic pivot towards creating a more versatile, immersive, and all-weather entertainment complex. The management recognized that modern visitors, especially younger demographics, sought highly interactive and shareable experiences beyond a traditional theatrical performance. 

Consequently, the entire venue was enhanced to integrate the show seamlessly with themed streets, interactive installations, and a variety of smaller-scale performances, ensuring a full day's engagement regardless of the weather. The core performance itself, The Romantic Show of Shanghai, remains the central draw, an epic narrative that journeys through the city's history from its ancient origins as a fishing village to its modern status as a global metropolis. This main show is complemented by a diverse repertoire of supporting performances, including the 5D real-world experience show "The Great Earthquake," which offers audience members in the front rows physical sensory effects, and the family-friendly theatrical production "WA! Dinosaurs," which blends science education with captivating entertainment. Furthermore, immersive walk-through acts like "The Flash Mob" and "I Return to Shanghai Bund" encourage direct guest participation, turning visitors into part of the performance. These developments and programmatic additions were all strategically implemented to solidify the destination's appeal as a comprehensive cultural and entertainment hub, effectively catering to the broad demands of family groups, tourists, and domestic visitors seeking a dynamic and memorable experience that captures the spirit of Shanghai.

The Four Core Acts of "The Romantic Show of Shanghai"

"The Romantic Show of Shanghai" is an epic performance that unfolds through four pivotal acts, each a journey through the city's magnificent history and enduring spirit. Together, they weave a compelling narrative of Shanghai's transformation.

Prologue: Tracing the Origins of Shen and Hu
This opening act serves as the foundational myth of the city, transporting the audience back to the Warring States Period. The narrative centers on the legendary figure of Lord Chunshen, Huang Xie, a nobleman whose governance and hydraulic engineering projects, particularly the dredging of the Huangpu River, were pivotal in taming the marshlands. It is from his title, "Shen," that Shanghai derives its alternative name. The stage transforms into a primordial landscape of waterways and simple villages, depicting the hardy fisherfolk and early settlers who laid the first stones of the metropolis-to-be. This prologue poetically establishes the themes of resilience, ingenuity, and the profound connection between the city and its waters.

Act 1: Shanghai, the Jiangnan Water Town
Following the historical foundation, the scene shifts to showcase Shanghai's deep roots in the serene and poetic Jiangnan culture. This act paints a living, breathing "ink-wash painting," where misty rains shroud graceful arched bridges and slow-moving boats glide along tranquil canals. Dancers adorned in elegant traditional attire perform with silk fans and oil-paper umbrellas, their movements as fluid as the water surrounding them. The atmosphere is one of timeless beauty, highlighting the centuries-old traditions, delicate arts, and refined aesthetics that formed the cultural bedrock of the region long before the arrival of international influence.

Act 2: The Shanghai Bund
This act catapults the audience into the roaring 1920s and 30s, a period of immense turbulence and glamour. "The Shanghai Bund" embodies the city's identity as the "Paris of the East" and a "Paradise for Adventurers." The stage erupts into a spectacle of neon lights, Art Deco architecture, and the bustling energy of the foreign concessions. Here, the narrative splits, contrasting the opulent ballrooms filled with jazz and dancers in qipaos with the gritty, dramatic underworld of gangsters and the rising fervor of social change. It is a dynamic and tense portrait of a city at a crossroads, where immense wealth coexisted with stark struggle, forging a unique, complex, and resilient urban spirit.

Act 3: The Modern Age
Emerging from the war years, this act captures the vibrant energy and cosmopolitan rebirth of Shanghai as it strides into the late 20th century. "The Modern Age" is a celebration of the city's re-emergence as a global hub of fashion, finance, and culture. The stage becomes a dynamic canvas of contemporary dance, acrobatics, and dazzling multimedia displays. Skyscrapers of the Pudong skyline light up the backdrop, symbolizing the city's meteoric rise and boundless ambition. The performance embodies the fast-paced, forward-looking, and innovative drive of a city eagerly embracing the future and re-establishing its connection with the world.

Act 4: The Age of Awakening
Serving as a powerful and emotionally charged finale, this act pays tribute to a pivotal era in Shanghai's history—the "Age of Awakening." It focuses on the city's role as a cradle of revolutionary thought and a beacon of progressive ideals. The narrative honors the passion, idealism, and sacrifices of the youth, intellectuals, and early Communists who gathered in the city's lanes and meeting halls, dreaming of a new China. The performance is imbued with a sense of urgency, hope, and solemn reverence, using stirring music and dramatic visuals to commemorate their courage and the profound historical transformations they set in motion, which shaped the nation's destiny.

These five acts are intricately connected, guiding the audience from antiquity to modernity, from simplicity to splendor. Together, they form the soul-stirring artistic entirety of "The Romantic Show of Shanghai," allowing spectators to witness the city's timeless legend spanning thousands of years within a single hour.

Ticket Pricing

Ticketing Policies & Important Reminders
1. Free Admission Policy for Children
Children under 3 years old OR under 1 meter in height qualify for free admission.
Free admission allows entry to the park and show viewing but does not include a dedicated seat for the performance.
A child with free admission cannot enter the park alone and must be accompanied by one paying adult.
Each single adult ticket is limited to accompanying only one child with free admission. Any additional children must purchase a Child Concession Ticket, which includes a dedicated seat.

2. Age Restriction for Entry
Visitors under the age of sixteen must be accompanied by a visitor aged sixteen or older to enter the park.

3. Late Show Ticket Policy
Admission is after 3:00 PM on the day of your visit.
This ticket is valid only for performances starting at 4:30 PM.

4. Prohibited Items
For safety and comfort, the following wheeled items are strictly prohibited from being brought into the park: camping carts, strollers, trailers, bicycles, tricycles (including those with child seats), suitcases with built-in seats, balance bikes, skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, wheeled coolers, and similar transportation devices.

5. Important General Reminders
Park attractions and performances may be adjusted or canceled due to weather conditions or other on-site circumstances. Please refer to the official announcements made within the park for the most current information.
For theater performances such as "The Great Earthquake," show schedules are subject to change or cancellation based on weather and site conditions. Seating for these shows is unassigned (first-come, first-served) and continues until full capacity is reached. Please note that we cannot guarantee all visitors will be able to view every performance.

The Romantic Show of Shanghai Booking Tips
Click the above "Enquiry Now" button, please select a ticket class,date, type of seat in the booking table, then we will reply you back within 1 hours to double check the details. Later, we will require all the full names, and passport No. of the person who will attend the show. Make payment online by Paypal, Wechat Pay or Alipay, then you will get a ticket confirmation voucher within 1 hours.

Ticket Confirmation Voucher
After make payment online to us, the Ticket confirmation voucher will be sent to you via email.

How to get show ticket(s)?
You will get show ticket(s) by displaying your passport and ticket confirmation voucher to the theatre staffs at the ticket office, and they will help you to find the seat.

If it is fully booked, what can we do?
With a long-term contract with The Romantic Show of Shanghai operator, we can hold seats till 6:00 pm every show day. If it is already fully booked on the required day, we will inform you via email as soon as possible, ask if you need to change a show day, or need 100% refund.

100% Refund Guarrantee
Thousands of our clients have paid through PayPal to book tickets in this way. In case when we find out the tickets have been sold out on the day you required, we guarantee to send 100% refund to your account immediately.

Urgent Booking
You can directly contact us by Email: [email protected] or call & WhatsApp: +86-13735411378 to make a urgent booking.

How to Get the Ticket?

1. Book the tickets on line and receive our confirmation email
After you book and pay the tickets, you will receive a confirmation letter by email about the booking code. Print it out or take a picture of the booking code. 

2.Show your passport and the booking code to get the tickets on the show day.
Bring all your passport(s) and the booking code on the show day to get the ticket(s) at the counter of the ticket office at 19:00, Please arrive at the ticket office half an hour before show starts in case the long line!

How to Pay for the Show Ticket? 

Pay by PayPal
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Our PayPal Account is: [email protected] . Free for commission charge if payment done via paypal! We will pay the commission charge!

Pay by Wechat Pay
You can use WeChat Pay, which is very convenient. Just scan the QR code to make the payment. 

Pay by Alipay
You can also use Alipay for payment. Alipay is very convenient, just scan the QR code to proceed with the payment. 

Cancellation Policy!!!

1. Cancellation due to irresistible cause like Bad Weather, Natural Disaster Coverage, facility is closed due to unforeseen circumstances, and Political Reasons.
If the show is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, power failure, major show facility breakdown, strikes, civial unrest, hurricanes, fires, earthquakes, governmental urgent bookings etc. and you had paid for prior to the event, you will receive a full refund. chinahangzhoutour.com cannot accept any liabilities caused by bad weather, power failure, show facility breakdown, or those political reasons. We will do our very best to contact you beforehand and as soon as we are made aware of any such cancellation. 

2. Change & Cancellation Caused by Customer
No refund for any cancellation once the tickets are reserved. 

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