Summer theme tour 9: Experience Shenyang’s comedy culture

Guide: As a place full of happy laughter and cheerful voices, Shenyang will amuse every visitor through its unique culture of joy.

Liu Laogen Stage -- First established in 1908 as the Shenyang Stage Theatre, the renamed Liu Laogen Stage now serves as a platform for comedians such as Zhao Benshan to perform errenzhuan, a two-person musical folk performance popular in Northeast China. The theater always resounds with the audience’s laughter.

Liu Laogen Stage [Photo/VCG]

Shameng Errenzhuan of Nanfeng Grand Theater -- Sitting on Taishan Road, this venue sees famous actors and actresses perform songs, dances, operas and instrumental performances.

Xingguang Grand Stage -- This stage mainly hosts errenzhuan performances but also opera, song and dance, acrobatics, and magic shows, much to the amusement of visitors.

1905 Xinhe Xiangsheng -- Visitors can enjoy Chinese crosstalk given by performers who are skilled in speaking, imitating, teasing and singing. If you drive your own car during the trip, the following local culture radio programs would be a great choice for your trip.

1905 Xinhe Xiangsheng [Photo/VCG]

Entertaining Errenzhuan -- A highly amusing talk show characterized by Northeastern Chinese elements.

News Malatang -- A program in which the hosts make humorous comments on the latest news.

Entertainment Honeypot -- Another hilarious talk show whose hostess is supremely gifted and funny.

Shenyang’s hilarious culture on stage [Photo/VCG]