Shanghai Circus World (Shanghai Maxi Cheng)
This glittering modern arena for acrobatic and circus performances, opened in the northern suburbs in 1999, has a 1,638-seat circus theater with a revolving stage, computer-controlled lighting, and state-of-the-art acoustics. The complex also includes a gigantic animal house with rooms for elephants, tigers, lions, chimps, horses, and pandas. The celebrated Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe occasionally stages its 20-act performances here. During other times, this venue plays host to a variety of large-scale magic and acrobatic shows, as well as the annual Shanghai International Magic Festival and Competition, held in early November. Check with your hotel for the current performers, schedules, and tickets.
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| Hours | Performances Wed, Fri, Sat 7:30pm | |
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| Address | Gonghe Xin Lu 2266 | |
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| Location | Zhabei (north of railway station, near Zhabei Gongyuan) | |
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| Transportation | No Metro | |
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| Phone | 021/5665-6622 ext. 2027 | |
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| Web site | www.circus-world.com | |
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| Prices | Tickets ¥80-¥600 ($10-$75) depending on show | |
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| Other | Shanghai Center: Nanjing Xi Lu 1376, 4th Floor, Jing An. tel. 021/5665-6622, ext. 2027. Tickets ¥100-¥200 ($13-$25). Daily 7:30pm | |