Activities Shanghai

Robert Wilson: Moby Dick

Melville’s white whale becomes music theatre through Robert Wilson’s visual staging and Anna Calvi’s score.

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Date and time
23 Oct 2026 · 19:30 · Finish time not announcedFrom CN¥280
Location
West Bund Theatre
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Why make time for it

Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus brings a production built around Ahab’s pursuit, with sculptural figures, light and geometry carrying the story. The result approaches the novel through images and music rather than literal illustration. Three performances are at West Bund Theatre, with a Sunday 14:30 matinee.

Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026

Pick your moment.

All times are local to Shanghai (Asia/Shanghai).

23 Oct 2026
19:30 · Finish time not announced
Scheduled
24 Oct 2026
19:30 · Finish time not announced
Scheduled
25 Oct 2026
14:30 · Finish time not announced
Scheduled

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West Bund Theatre

2290 Longteng Avenue, Xuhui, Shanghai

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