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Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre offers a cool summer night by Yuandang Lake

( english.jiading.gov.cn )2026-08-31

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A night view of Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn]

As summer evenings cool, Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre has become a popular spot for enjoying the lakeside scenery, cultural performances, and summer treats in Jiading district.

Located beside Yuandang Lake, the theatre features a distinctive geometric design. After sunset, visitors can walk along the lakeside, enjoy the evening breeze, and take in the theatre's unique architecture.

The theatre also serves as an outdoor performance space, with a waterside stepped stage that can seat nearly 1,000 people. Details about its "A City of Elegance, My Heart's Desire" water, light and shadow show are available through the theatre's official WeChat account.

Inside the theatre, its 12th anniversary performance season, announced on Aug 19, will feature 30 performances of 25 productions, including traditional Chinese works, concerts by major orchestras, plays based on popular cultural properties, and family shows.

For a light summer treat, visitors can also try the theatre's branded ice cream, designed in the shape of the venue's distinctive architecture.

Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre has been operating in Jiading for 12 years. It is located at No 159 Baiyin Road and is open from 9 am until the end of performances on show days, and from 9 am to 5:30 pm on days without performances.

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