Activities Shanghai

Shanghai Ballet: The Heartbeat of Muqam

A young musician’s return home provides the story for a ballet shaped by Uyghur Muqam traditions.

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20 Nov 2026 · 19:30 · Finish time not announcedCheck price
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Shanghai International Dance Centre
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Why make time for it

Shanghai Ballet’s production combines ballet vocabulary with the cultural research behind Guli’s search for her roots. Luo Huaizhen writes the work and Wang Ge choreographs. Three performances at the International Dance Center include a Sunday matinee, with each session booked separately.

Practical details last checked 24 Sept 2026

Pick your moment.

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

20 Nov 2026
19:30 · Finish time not announced
Scheduled
21 Nov 2026
19:30 · Finish time not announced
Scheduled
22 Nov 2026
14:00 · Finish time not announced
Scheduled

Find your way.

Shanghai International Dance Centre

1650 Hongqiao Road, Changning, Shanghai

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1650 Hongqiao Road, Changning

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