Super Vocal in tune with a thriving musical production sector

The singing competition reality show Super Vocal has hit the high notes with its ratings, has social media outlets singing its praises and, most importantly, it plays a key role in boosting the domestic musical theater industry.

The program's format, under the mentorship of three established singers, sees 36 male participants who have received voice training in music academies or universities compete for six places on a national tour and to star on a new album.

Since its premiere in November, the program has received a rating of 9.3 out of 10 on TV and film review site Douban, evaluated by over 73,000 users, 69 percent of whom gave it a full mark of 10.