RESIDENTS can enjoy a variety of Chinese and international dramas during the Fourth International Theater Life Season at Bay Opera of Shenzhen, running through September. The lineup features performances from children’s plays to acclaimed productions.

Foreign dramas

‘Bubble Show in Space’

This Australian family-friendly show features astonishing bubble tricks created by Dr. Bubble and Milkshake, including a rocket-shaped bubble that launches 10 meters high, children from the audience inside bubbles, and spinning bubbles like a carousel.

Time: 10:30 a.m., 3 p.m., June 1

‘Dracula’

Presented by Blackeyed Theater from Britain, this adaptation of Bram Stoker’s classic vampire thriller blends Victorian Gothic elements with contemporary style. It features a haunting soundscape, powerful performances, and innovative design for a thrilling theatrical experience.

Time: 8 p.m., June 20; 3 p.m., June 21

‘Slava’s Snow Show’

Created by Russian artist Slava Polunin, this theatrical adventure offers a breathtaking visual spectacle with stunning stage imagery, inviting audiences into a dreamlike world.

Time: 8 p.m., Aug. 6 and 8; 3 p.m., Aug. 9-10

‘Eugene Onegin’

Based on Pushkin’s novel, this play tells the story of a jaded aristocrat whose rejection of true love leads to regret and tragedy. Directed by Rimas Tuminas, the production unfolds through the characters’ memories and imaginations, shifting fluidly between past and present, reality and fantasy.

Time: 7:30 p.m., Sept. 11-12

‘Uncle Vanya’

Chekhov’s classic drama explores the frustrations and unfulfilled desires of rural Russian intellectuals facing wasted lives and unrequited love. Rimas Tuminas’ reinterpretation strips away traditional conventions, presenting a passionate battleground of colliding hopes and ambitions.

Time: 2:30 p.m., Sept. 13-14

Chinese dramas

‘Voyager’

A collaboration between Unitree and DeepSeek, this visually stunning robot show features digital space scenes blending reality and virtuality, supported by 3D sound effects and immersive lighting.

Time: 7:30 p.m., May 31; 3 p.m., June 1

‘Fox Spirit Matchmaker’

Adapted from the popular Chinese animation of the same name, this fantasy drama follows a fox spirit from the righteous Tushan Fox Clan on her adventures.

Time: 8 p.m., June 8

‘The Beauty’

Liu Xiaoqing, now in her 70s, stars as both Sai Jinhua and herself in “The Beauty,” a play connecting two legendary Chinese women. Sai rose to prominence during the political upheavals of late 19th-century China; Liu is an award-winning actress and producer celebrated for her influential career.

Time: 8 p.m., June 13-14

‘The Murder in Kairoutei’

Based on Higashino Keigo’s mystery novel, this suspenseful drama revolves around a sudden fire late at night. The stage features movable box installations, creating an immersive backroom atmosphere that enhances the mystery and eeriness for the audience.

Time: 8 p.m., June 18

‘Goodbye’

Directed by Liu Tianqi, this production presents three stories themed on farewell, told with delicacy yet also a touch of cruelty.

Time: 8 p.m., June 27; 3 p.m., June 28

Booking: WeChat account “深圳滨海艺术中心”

Venue: Bay Opera of Shenzhen, Bao’an District (深圳滨海艺术中心)

Metro: Line 5 to Baohua Station (宝华站), Exit D(Cao Zhen)