Theaters
2 min readAs with many elements of the city，the performance scene in Hangzhou strikes a balance between the modern and the traditional.
Pop singers and bands gravitate toward Dragon Sports Center for their concerts，so that area is more for the younger crowd.You’ll find a very different vibe at the Hangzhou Grand Theatre，which is a landmark architectural feat and the largest theater in Hangzhou.Many different shows-domestic and foreign，traditional and modern-are held here，and it remains the top choice for opera directors and musicians who want to showcase their work in Hangzhou.It isn’t all rarefied theater performances；it also regularly stages quality children’s plays.
At the Zhejiang Dramatic Arts Theatre，where Zhejiang’s best actors work，you can watch classic Chinese operas.If you’re interested in traditional art forms，the Hangzhou Yiyuan Theatre offers both classic shows and innovative one-offs.
The Muma Theatre（Trojan Theatre）and Zhe jiang Cultural Center Theatre house the niche opera artists in Hangzhou，so if you want to explore the counter-cultural spirit of Hangzhou and learn something along the way，this is an excellent choice.
Impression West lake
A feast of music，dance，sound and light effects，”Impression West Lake”is a poetic open-air performance during summer time with Yuehu Lake（a western section of West Lake）as its watery stage.With Zhang Yimou among its directors and Kitaro Matsuri as its composer，the five-act show is based on local folklores and legends including the “Legend of the White Snake”and the”Butterfly Lovers”.Now in its tenth season，the show has received a full upgrade that will definitely leave you with a deep impression of West Lake and the city.
Romance of the Song Dynasty
Like the“0 Show”of Las Vegas or”Moulin Rouge”of Paris，“Romance of the Song Dynasty”，is a must-see when you are in Hangzhou.This panoramic show hosted by Song Dynasty Town，the Song Dynasty theme park on Zhijiang Road，presents the history of Hangzhou from the dawn of civilization to the modern day，complete withsplendid dance，music，and effects.The dazzling Southern Song court performance，the heroic and tragic life story of General Yue Fei，the legendary lady of the West-the stories of the city are on full display in a way that transcends language and culture.
