Shandong drama set to grace Beijing stage

Shandong cultural authorities unveiled the dance drama Dye House in Beijing on Thursday, showcasing the province's rich cultural heritage.

The production brings to life the inspiring story of a dyeing tycoon's rise from poverty to prominence, embodying the spirit of perseverance and patriotism. It will debut from April 16 to 18 at the National Centre for the Performing Arts before embarking on a nationwide tour.

Poster of the dance drama Dye House. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

During the news conference, Jiang Qingpeng, deputy director of the Shandong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, said the production is a classic IP rooted in the province.

"It serves as a cultural symbol that interprets the spirit of Shandong merchants and highlights national integrity. The aim is to bring regional cultural resources to life on the modern stage, vividly reconstructing the epic struggle of China's national industry in modern times and illustrating the resilience and integrity of the Chinese nation," Jiang added.

Participants at the press conference unveil the dance drama Dye House in Beijing on Thursday. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Tickets for performances in Beijing, Nanjing in Jiangsu, Zibo, Jinan and Linyi in Shandong, Hangzhou in Zhejiang provinces, and Shanghai are now available.

The first national tour will cover 16 cities with a total of 34 performances, with additional cities to be announced soon.

（chinadaily.com.cn）