Latest Events in Shenzhen(November Updated)

The Hello Kitty Cosmos Light and Shadow Exhibition in Shenzhen will be held from November 1st to January 25th of next year. The nearly 2,000 square meters of immersive futuristic fantasy space features ten panoramic exhibition areas, including the "Apple Forest" with a 10-meter-high apple and Hello Kitty; the "Birth" exhibiting paintings and sculptures; the "Daydream" where you can find a group of characters floating on the clouds; the "Colorful Vision" where the entire dome is an interactive light and shadow scene; the "Fun Memory" with a giant bow pool and a comic wall; the "Cute Hug" where Hello Kitty and characters such as the water monster and KURUMI transform into glowing balloons; the "Pixel Fantasy" where you enter the pixel world of Hello Kitty; the "Wishing Quicksand" where projections create a wonderful giant quicksand illusion; the "Gorgeous Party" where you can have fun on a carousel with other popular characters; and the "Wish Wonderland" with the addition of digital technology. Using technological means including holographic projection, motion capture devices, light and shadow art, Hello Kitty Kitty's classic symbols are combined with futuristic fantasies, and I believe fans will be so tired of checking in.

The "META SENSE" new media art experience exhibition is an innovative exhibition that combines technology and art. It aims to stimulate the audience's sensory experience through interactive installations, virtual reality and augmented reality. The exhibition brings together artists and creative teams from all over the world to present a variety of artworks and explore the intersection of human perception and the digital world. The audience can participate in the interaction in an immersive environment and feel the collision and fusion of art and technology. This exhibition is not only a visual feast, but also a bold exploration of future art forms.

Program Highlights Large water curtain light show The super shocking visual opening, lights, water curtain and shocking music kicked off this water and fire show in the water show theater. Spitfire Interactive The actor appeared in the audience holding a flamethrower, and the fire dragon rose up and the heat wave hit the face. On-site interaction can unlock hidden plot props and enhance the immersive experience. Fire Quadruple Attack The flaming knife slashes out sparks, the flaming stick dances out afterimages, the flaming gun detonates the water curtain, and the hot wheels spin and burn all over, showing a variety of fire dance skills. Flying Carbon Fire Dragon Two people lift the carbon fire dragon into flight, and its scales turn into liquid amber in the waves, combined with holographic projection to interpret the myth of "Golden Crow Chasing the Sun". Flower The intangible cultural heritage craftsmen threw the molten iron into the sky, and a golden star waterfall instantly bloomed. The water curtain simultaneously presented the "galaxy countercurrent", and traditional skills and modern technology complemented each other. Water curtain fountain fusion dance The water curtain is like a painting: the opening turns into a starry sky with dancers dancing gracefully; the joyful atmosphere allows the audience to experience the feast at a closer distance, and every frame can be captured and treasured.

Following the phenomenal experience "The Vanishing Pharaoh", Boxin Universe officially introduced the second large-scale virtual reality experience - "The Age of Life - Immersive Exploration Experience" into the Chinese market. This immersive exploration experience is jointly produced by the producer of "The Vanishing Pharaoh" - France Excurio, and the French National Museum of Natural History Muséum national d’Histoire naturelle (France), which has a history of more than 230 years. It takes the audience to appreciate the evolution of life in each major period of the earth's birth to the present 3.5 billion years. This is the first time that it has been presented in a country outside France since its global debut at the French National Museum of Natural History. Not only that, the entire experience also contains Chinese elements, restoring Chengjiang, Yunnan, China and its surrounding areas during the Cambrian period, allowing the audience to "personally" walk into the shallow sea and witness and explore the geological and life landscape of prehistoric China with their own eyes.

Following successful runs in the United States, Europe, Australia, and Singapore, Harry Potter: The Forbidden Forest Experience makes its debut in China. Inspired by the Forbidden Forest (Dark Forest), located on the edge of the grounds of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Harry Potter: The Forbidden Forest Experience is presented by Warner Bros. Discovery Group's Global Experiences division in partnership with Fever and Holovis. Featuring iconic locations and creatures from the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ film franchises, this experience creates a magical forest adventure. visitors journey deep into the 1-2 kilometer-long illuminated forest, discovering magical animals and iconic moments from the world of Wonderland, a captivating nighttime adventure. Afterward, guests can visit a themed village at the end of the trail to enjoy magical food and beverages and pick up a variety of merchandise souvenir, capping off their adventure. The entire project features approximately 20 locations and has toured 10 cities worldwide, attracting over 2 million visitors.

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The Shenzhen-based French Grissini Project's 2025 concert, "Dimensional Echoes: A Night of Wall-Breaking," is a transcendental audiovisual feast. With innovative arrangements and a diverse musical style, the orchestra seamlessly blends the classical and the contemporary, the real and the fantastical. The performance will transport the audience across musical time and space, allowing them to experience a multifaceted collision of classic masterpieces and pop culture. Through masterful performance and unique stage presence, the orchestra will present a musical evening that transcends traditional boundaries, immersing the audience in a boundless world of notes and allowing them to experience the unlimited possibilities of music.

"Rogue Wedding Banquet" is a hilarious interactive immersive comedy produced by Watermelon New Comedy, set at a wedding banquet full of surprises and laughter. The audience is not just a spectator but can also participate in the plot development, experiencing multiple blind-box-style endings. Every choice may trigger a different story direction, bringing unexpected surprises and joy. Through clever plot design and humorous performances, the audience will enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with laughter. This show is performed in Shenzhen, offering a unique theatrical experience.

Shenzhen's resident ambient suspense drama "Chesia" centers on the murder of Anya, the "Queen of Musicals," in her dressing room, creating an immersive feast of drama and mystery. The theater features a one-to-one replica of the actual crime scene, with clues hidden in details like dresser drawers and sofa crevices. Thirty-two subplots and four possible endings create a sense of uncertainty in each performance. Audiences can choose to become "high-powered forensics officers," entering the theater 75 minutes early to dig for evidence, or become "professional detectives," poring over the case files. Guided by detectives, they confront suspects ranging from veteran actors to top idols, ultimately deciding the plot's trajectory through voting. This interactive format, which transcends the boundaries of the stage, transforms the audience from spectators into participants, allowing them to experience the dramatic tension of the mind-bending mystery. Its open-ended ending makes it a must-see.

"British Library Pixels of the World," an exhibition showcasing the world's civilizations at the British Library, showcases over 100 sets of legendary replicas from the library's 170 million-item collection. The exhibition weaves together 2,000 years of human intellectual history through five key themes: "Exploring the Universe," "Literary Gallery," "Music Hall," "Fairytale Kingdom," and "Science Festival." Visitors can fully explore masterpieces such as the Crankey Atlas, Shakespeare's First Folio, Newton's Gravity Manuscript, Leonardo da Vinci's Arundel Codex, and Mozart and Beethoven scores. Visitors can also "travel back to historical moments" through interactive technologies like 3D models, AR/VR, and real-life fairytale scenes. Experience a cross-temporal dialogue with top-tier experts at home, and experience the breathtaking pixel-perfect world of civilization.