Qingdao's National Day holiday saw the release of "Little Sherlock Holmes," an immersive children's drama show based on Conan's classic two-dimensional storytelling. It's a mind-bending extravaganza where children become the masters of detective work. Based on the iconic Conan detective IP, the show blends suspenseful plots, real-time interaction, and logical thinking training. Running at professional venue like the Phoenix Voice Grand Theater, it's a must-see immersive experience for families during the National Day holiday. Breaking the traditional one-dimensional viewing model of children's dramas, this production cleverly connects Qingdao's mountain and seascapes with the world of two-dimensional reasoning, allowing children to indulge their detective instincts while solving mysteries and gaining the joy of growth through parent-child collaboration.
Authentic elements of the Conan IP are recreated, creating a "time-traveling crime scene." Continuing Conan's signature blend of suspense and heartwarming storyline, the story centers on the "Antique Watch Shop Theft Case" in Qingdao's old city. A mysterious figure sneaks in late at night, crucial evidence disappears, and multiple suspects clash. Transforming into little Sherlock Holmes characters, the audience must follow Conan and Maori Ran on stage as they unravel the mystery and uncover the truth. Iconic Conan elements are evident throughout the stage setting: the Maori Detective Agency sign stands out under the lights, and props like Conan's iconic bow tie, voice changer, and detective badge are recreated. Even the background music is adapted from classic Detective Conan melodies, instantly rekindling fans' memories of the anime. The performance also recreates the famous scene from "There's Only One Truth." When Conan uses his voice-changing device to reveal the answer, the children in the audience spontaneously raise their arms in imitation of the iconic pose, creating a captivating atmosphere.
The immersive detective design allows every child to become a "plot driver," offering high-energy interaction throughout the show. Upon admission, each young audience member receives a unique "detective kit" containing case files, a magnifying glass, and a clue recorder, instantly immersing them in the role. The performance utilizes a segmented detective format. After each act, "Conan" steps off stage to interact with the audience, guiding them to share clues they've discovered—"ink stains on the watch shop owner's cuffs," "seaside sand on the saleswoman's shoes"—such details become crucial to solving the case. An intermission features a "clue decoding game" where parents and children collaborate to crack a combination lock and piece together shredded paper strips. The family that successfully unlocks the lock receives "key witness testimony," which directly influences the subsequent plot development. This "onstage guidance + offstage collaboration" format perfectly replicates the immersive "role-playing + interactive scripting" experience of "Detective Academy," allowing children to joyfully hone their observation and logical thinking skills.
The clever incorporation of local Qingdao elements lends the detective story a deeper sense of local resonance. The plot sets the crime scene in a setting that reflects Qingdao's unique character: the suspect's testimony is interspersed with details like "the sycamore leaves of Badaguan" and "the sound of waves on the pier." Key clues are hidden in local elements like "Laoshan Green Tea" and "Tsingtao Beer bottles." Even the dialogue occasionally incorporates Qingdao dialect expressions like "Ha Beer" and "Chi Gala," evoking a smile in the local audience. The stage design further incorporates Qingdao's mountain and seascapes. Using holographic projection technology, the "old city streets" on stage gradually reveal virtual silhouettes of Signal Hill and Wheat Island as the plot progresses, creating the illusion of a real-life investigation taking place in the streets of Qingdao, a clever fusion of "anime IP" and local culture.
This immersive, extended National Day experience extends the thrill of detective work from the theater to everyday life. Before the performance, a Conan-themed check-in area was set up outside the theater. A nearly 3-meter-tall Conan statue and a live-action installation of the Maori Detective Agency drew children for photos. There was also a "Stamp Collection" game—collecting "Reasoning Stamps," "Courage Stamps," and "Collaboration Stamps" to redeem for limited- merchandise. After the performance, a "Detective Masterclass" was held, where actors offered live observation tips, taught children how to detect lies through micro-expressions, and even demonstrated a simple fingerprint extraction experiment, creating a fun and informative experience. As a key component of the National Day activity, an "Intangible Cultural Heritage Detective Experience" was also held merchandise the theater. Children could cut out "Detective Badges" with the guidance of an intangible cultural heritage paper-cutting artist, seamlessly integrating Qingdao's intangible cultural heritage with the detective theme.
The professional venue and family-friendly design allow the whole family to enjoy the thrill of detective work. The Phoenix Voice Grand Theater's opera hall boasts state-of-the-art acoustic and lighting equipment, and its stage features a revolving stage and multi-screen projection system. The stage transitions rapidly through scenes like a "watch shop," a seaside pier, and a suspect's residence, creating a suspenseful atmosphere with dynamic lighting. The venue has specially optimized the parent-child experience, with comfortable family-friendly seating, a children's rest area, and emergency supplies, ensuring even young children can participate. Performances are limited to 1.5 hours, interspersed with interactive games and breaks to cater to children's attention spans. After the performance, parents can take their children to the theater's "Phoenix Back" observation deck for breathtaking views of Qingdao's mountains and sea. This seamlessly blends the thrilling theater experience with relaxing outdoor moments, creating a fulfilling family day itinerary.
From the nostalgia awakened by the Conan IP to the regional resonance of local elements, from the mind-bending intellectual challenges of detective work to the heartwarming moments of parent-child collaboration, "Little Sherlock Holmes," a Conan anime classic, has transcended the realm of ordinary children's drama. It is a "detective dream-fulfilling journey" for children, an educational and entertaining opportunity to cultivate logical thinking, and a unique cultural feast of "art + family + anime" during Qingdao's National Day holiday. Here, every child can gain the sense of accomplishment of solving a mystery, and every family can create unforgettable National Day memories, allowing the joy of deduction and the warmth of parent-child bonding to quietly blossom in this city of mountains and seas.

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