Shanghai Opera (Huju) Performance

★ 4.5

(400 reviews)

Experience Huju the local opera of Shanghai sung in the Shanghainese dialect telling stories of the city's people and streets.

⚡ Vibe Heritage & Culture

💰 Cost $15

🏃 Effort Easy / Indoor

Snap' Description

Experience Huju, the local opera of Shanghai sung in the Shanghainese dialect, telling stories of the city's people and streets.

Experience Shanghai Opera (Huju) Performance

Discover a different side of Shanghai at Shanghai Opera (Huju) Performance. From ancient spiritual traditions to cutting-edge futuristic retail, this location represents the incredible diversity of China's capital. Our curated selection ensures you see the best of the city with insider knowledge.

Insider Secret: Huju is sung in Shanghainese, making it the most locally authentic performance in the city.
Best For: Heritage & Culture

Getting There

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Metro Info

People's Square (Line 1/2/8, Exit 1)

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Taxi Address

上海沪剧院

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💎 Insider Tips

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Huju is sung in Shanghainese making it the most locally authentic performance in the city.
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Plots are modern and domestic; expect melodramas about family and city life rather than emperors.
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It is almost unknown to foreign tourists; you will likely be the only non-Chinese in the audience.
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Even without subtitles the emotional performances are easy to follow.