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‘Ordinary World’ – stage play based on the famous Chinese novel

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This play in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province is a same name adaptation of China’s acclaimed novel Ordinary World. The novel was written by novelist Lu Yao, who won the top-notch Chinese Mao Dun Literature Prize for this literature piece.

The play is an assortment of the most eye-catching stories and moments in Lu’s novel. More than 1.1 million Chinese characters in length, this original three-volume literature work is a true epic masterpiec­e.

Both the original work and the drama tell the story of the urban and rural lives of Chinese people from the mid-1970s to the mid-1980s. These stories of ordinary people from different social background­s are a mirror that reflects the grit and tenacity of the Chinese people as well as their kindness.

The stage play is more than just a good story; the stage design is sure to astound as it makes use of a large 16-meter diameter stage that can rotate 360 degrees. This design aims to provide an amazing visual experience to audiences.

The play version of Ordinary World was first launched for audiences to enjoy in 2018. . Since then, the play has sold around 19,600 tickets.

It has been dubbed as one of the must-see stage plays for young Chinese audiences.

Where: Guangzhou Opera House, Guangzhou

When: December 3-4, 2022

Price: From 180 yuan ($24.80)

 ?? Photo: Courtesy of Douban ?? Promotiona­l material for Ordinary World
Photo: Courtesy of Douban Promotiona­l material for Ordinary World

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