Drama or dinner?

Wang Bo, founder of the Modern Drama Producer, the first crowdfunding platform for modern drama in Dalian, Liaoning province, is making a concerted effort to encourage more people to participate in theatrical productions.

"Many people are pessimistic about this. I know there will be obstacles and even losses, but I will see it through - no matter how hard it is," he said.

Wang, an anchor for Dalian TV, set up the platform in September, resulting in the production of the group's first drama - The Jiang's House 1912 by local playwright Wang Dong.