World Premiere: Exclusively Presented on the Minghua Ship at Sea World, Shenzhen | Immersive Physical Theatre "Trading Life"
- 🎭 An international-level immersive physical extravaganza: Extracting the essence of classic works such as "Faust" and "The Overcoat", the performance combines dialogue-free physical storytelling with immersive real-life scenery of the Minghua Wheel, breaking the limitations of traditional stage performances and providing a full-fledged experience.
- 🌟Convenient and worry-free, perfectly suited: Fast arrival from Hong Kong via high-speed rail/Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, international-level production matching Hong Kong's high-standard aesthetics, catering to the emotional needs and short-distance travel requirements of commuters.
- 💡 Worry-free viewing experience, exceptional quality: Directed by the core director of the Gecko Theatre Troupe, meticulously crafted over a thousand days; free and unrestrained exploration, fast-paced, and convenient viewing process, requiring no extra effort.
Attraction Tickets
| Ticket type | E-ticket (direct entry) |
| Exhibit type | Immersive exhibits |
| Attraction type | Modern art |
| Tour types | None |
| Additional service & facility | Luggage Storage |
| Transport convenience | Near city center |
Product Info
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I. Core of the Play | Reflecting Our Stories Through Ordinary Lives
"Trading Life" draws inspiration from "Faust" and "The Overcoat," exploring themes of desire, love, gain and loss, and redemption through the struggles and growth of ordinary people facing life's choices. The characters' stories are relatable, allowing audiences to see themselves reflected in the performance and experience a profound resonance.
II. International Team: A Thousand Days of Meticulous Craftsmanship to Create an Immersive Masterpiece
Directed by Amit Lahav, co-founder and artistic director of the internationally renowned Gecko Theatre, the performance brings together top performers and creative teams from 12 countries around the world. After a thousand days of meticulous preparation, it presents a breathtaking artistic experience with world-class production standards.
III. Immersive Experience: Freely Explore Multiple Storylines
The performance venue is located on the Minghua cruise ship in Sea World, Shenzhen. The 7th deck of the ship has been transformed into a 4,600㎡ immersive theater space, featuring 8 themed scenes and more than 3,000 exquisite props. Audiences can freely move around in the space, get up close to the characters, choose their own storyline, and experience different life perspectives and plot developments.
IV. Performance Style: Expressing the most genuine emotions through physical expression.
"Trading Life" uses physical performance as its core, combined with music, rhythm, and spatial narrative, breaking through the limitations of language and culture. Through delicate movements and emotional expressions, the actors lead the audience to immerse themselves in the characters' love and desire, hope and struggle, experiencing the stage charm that touches the heart.
Purchase Notice
- Performance Venue: Minghua Ship, Sea World – Shenzhen's iconic cultural landmark
Sea World - Minghua is located in Liuwan, Shekou Coast, Shenzhen, China, and is a comprehensive tourist attraction integrating history, culture, and entertainment. Originally built in France and named "Anhua," this cruise ship was later purchased by China and renamed "Minghua." It docked in Shekou in the 1980s, becoming a core part of Sea World and witnessing Shenzhen's reform and opening-up development. Today, the Minghua has been transformed into a multi-functional venue, including a hotel, restaurants, a conference center, and entertainment venues. Surrounding it are numerous attractions such as Nuwa Coastal Park, the 15-kilometer-long coastal promenade, Time Square, and the China Merchants History Museum. At night, it is brightly lit and features musical fountain shows, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the unique scenery before and after the performances.
- Basic Information
- Use of credentials: Verify directly with the "electronic credentials".
- Address: Ticket gate of Minghua Ship, Sea World, No. 32 Taizi Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen
- Dates for use: January 1st to December 31st (Wednesday to Sunday) 20:00~22:00 (Performance lasts approximately 2 hours, with no intermission)
- Precautions
(a) Ticket Purchase Instructions
1. Refund and Exchange Policy: Please carefully confirm the performance date and show number before placing your order. Tickets are securities and are non-refundable and non-exchangeable once the order is successfully placed.
2. Entry restrictions: Those under 14 years of age, pregnant women, and people with mobility impairments are not allowed to enter.
3. Health advice: The performance features effects such as flashing lights, smoke, and lasers. Audiences with conditions such as epilepsy, heart disease, high blood pressure, anxiety, or claustrophobia are advised not to watch the show.
4. Ticket Safekeeping: Please do not forward your e-ticket to others, as it will become invalid once verified.
5. Ticket purchase limit: A maximum of four tickets can be purchased per account.
(II) Guidelines for Viewing the Performance
1. Late Arrival Policy: Latecomers will be arranged to enter at a designated time by staff. The latest entry time is 15 minutes after the start of the performance. Audiences arriving 15 minutes after the start of the performance will be refused entry. The organizer will not be held responsible for any losses incurred due to lateness or other personal reasons.
2. Bag Storage Requirements: Bags and personal belongings are not allowed in the theater. Please store your bags according to the on-site instructions before the performance. Please do not bring valuables.
3. Mobile Phone Seal: Upon entry, mobile phones and smartwatches must be turned off or silenced. Staff will seal the phones in a bag and unlock them after leaving the performance area.
4. Performance style: Primarily physical performance, with actors from all over the world, some lines in the performers' native languages, and no subtitles provided.
5. Viewing Method: There are no assigned seats; you will need to stand and move around to watch the performance (including going up and down stairs). Comfortable shoes are recommended. Interactive elements are included in the performance; participation is voluntary.
6. Ticket check-in time: Ticket check-in begins 30 minutes before the performance. As you will need to cooperate with the ticket check-in and baggage storage process before entering the venue, we recommend that you arrive at the venue in advance to avoid missing the wonderful performance.
7. Clothing suggestion: The temperature in the performance area is low, so it is recommended to bring a jacket.
8. Code of Conduct: Any inappropriate behavior within the venue (including but not limited to verbal abuse of actors and staff, physical assault, disrupting actors' performances, damaging the performance set or props, or ignoring the advice of theater staff) may result in being asked to leave the theater. In such cases, the performance organizer will not be liable for any compensation.
9. Restrooms: The performance lasts approximately 2 hours with no intermission, and there are no restrooms within the performance area. Please follow the instructions of staff if needed.
10. Entry Requirements: Those who are improperly dressed or intoxicated will be refused entry. Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is strictly prohibited in the performance area.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Experience Location
Location Name: Ticket gate for paddle steamers at Sea World, No. 32 Taizi Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen
Address: Minghua Ship, No. 32, Taizi Road, Shekou, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, ChinaFAQ
1. What are the best transportation options to reach Shenzhen Sea World from Hong Kong?
From Hong Kong, you have several convenient options. You can take the high-speed rail to Futian or Luohu Station, then transfer to the Shenzhen Metro Line 2 (Shekou Line) directly to Sea World Station. Alternatively, cross-border buses offer direct routes to the Shekou area, or you can take a ferry from specific Hong Kong terminals directly to Shekou Cruise Homeport, which is a short walk from Sea World.
2. Beyond the 'Life of Transaction' show, what other attractions are available at Shenzhen Sea World and the Shekou area?
Shenzhen Sea World is a vibrant entertainment complex centered around the Minghua Cruise. Besides the immersive show, you can explore the Sea World Plaza with its musical fountain, diverse international restaurants, and boutique shops. The Shekou area also offers a pleasant coastal promenade, art galleries, and a glimpse into Shenzhen's history at Shekou Old Street, providing a mix of leisure and cultural experiences.
3. What is unique about the 'Life of Transaction' immersive physical theater experience on the Minghua Cruise?
The 'Life of Transaction' is a world-premiere immersive physical theater that stands out with its unique format of no-dialogue physical narration. It is set within the 4600 square meters immersive space of the Minghua Cruise. Drawing inspiration from classics like Goethe's Faust and Gogol's The Overcoat, an international creative team crafted this show to break traditional stage limitations, offering a highly engaging and sensory experience.
4. How long is the ferry journey from Hong Kong to Shekou Cruise Homeport for visitors heading to Shenzhen Sea World?
The ferry journey from Hong Kong to Shekou Cruise Homeport typically takes approximately 30 to 60 minutes, depending on your departure terminal in Hong Kong. Ferries operate from various locations, including Hong Kong International Airport (Skypier) and Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal. Shekou Cruise Homeport is conveniently located very close to Shenzhen Sea World, making it an efficient travel option.
5. Which Shenzhen Metro line provides access to Shenzhen Sea World and the Minghua Cruise?
Shenzhen Sea World and the Minghua Cruise are directly accessible via the Shenzhen Metro. You should take Line 2, also known as the Shekou Line, and alight at Sea World Station (海上世界站). From Exit A or C of Sea World Station, the Minghua Cruise and the surrounding Sea World complex are just a short walk away, making it very convenient for visitors to reach.
6. What literary works inspired the 'Life of Transaction' immersive physical theater on Minghua Cruise?
The 'Life of Transaction' immersive physical theater draws its creative inspiration primarily from two renowned literary masterpieces: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's Faust and Nikolai Gogol's The Overcoat. The show masterfully extracts the essence of these classics to narrate the joys, sorrows, and redemption of ordinary individuals through wordless physical performance, allowing the audience to connect deeply with the characters' journeys.
7. Who is the 'Life of Transaction' immersive physical theater show primarily designed for?
The 'Life of Transaction' immersive physical theater is crafted to resonate deeply with modern-day individuals, particularly those in the workforce seeking emotional connection and reflection. Its universal themes of human experience, inspired by classic literature, are presented with an international production standard that appeals to audiences who appreciate high-quality artistic performances and a fresh, immersive approach to storytelling.
8. What is the general geographical relationship between Shekou, Shenzhen Sea World, and the Qianhai area?
Shenzhen Sea World is situated in the Shekou area, which is part of the Nanshan District in Shenzhen. Shekou is historically a port area and has developed into a bustling commercial and entertainment hub. Qianhai, known as the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone, is a significant economic development area located relatively close to Shekou, both contributing to the dynamic and modern landscape of western Shenzhen.
