Shanghai Circus World
Shanghai Circus World
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9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 8:30 PM
About
The Multimedia Theatrical Spectacular 'ERA Intersection of Time' has been performed since its debut at Shanghai Circus World in September 2005. It is unique and comparable to the tradition of the Broadway Musical.It is in fact a stunning acrobatic show combining traditional Chinese arts and modern technologies. The performers present Chinese acrobatics, martial arts and dance perfectly in harmony with the music, sound, lighting, and other special effects, which include a water screen.While you marvel at the highly proficient skills of the performers, the story of China's evolution from its ancient past to the future is told. Hence, the title 'Intersection of Time', as the viewpoint of the audience is set in the present between the past and the future.The performance provides a wonderful insight into China's ancient culture and civilization, with sections about Sinan, an ancient Chinese invention for telling directions, soothsaying and conjuring. There is a fantastic section showing an acrobatic program which has elements performed since the far off days of the Han Dynasty (206BC–220AD). With porcelain jars and vats as their stage properties the performers give an overview of Chinese porcelain culture and greater understand of the country's name of 'China'.Modern achievements that are also showcased include Shanghai Donghai Cross-Sea Bridge, Maglev Train, and Shenzhou 5, China's first manned space mission. From these, you can see the amazing development and bright future of Shanghai and the whole country.The 100-minute performance shows not only artistic skills, but also creativity. Aided by multimedia including vision, original live music, sound effects, smell effect, air conditioning and lighting,
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighbourhood: Jing'an
The heart of this neighborhood is the Jing'an Temple, while the main artery of excitement and entertainment is West Nanjing Road. Large, flashy malls, luxe residential high-rises and trendy nightlife areas can be found along West Nanjing Road, but areas off the busy street have quiet cafes and independent boutiques.
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- Shanghai Circus World • 3 min walk
- Yanchang Road • 10 min walk
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Ulyana
Almaty, Kazakhstan954 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
I highly recommend you to add this place to your visit! Beautiful show, you’ll enjoy every part of it.
There is 15min break during the show. You can buy coffee, soft drinks and popcorn inside the circus.
There is 15min break during the show. You can buy coffee, soft drinks and popcorn inside the circus.
Written 30 December 2023
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Rodolfo Rami K
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Friends
Very good pick. Very close to circ the solei. Highly recommended. Not just the show, but sharing with local families and kids was amazing.
Written 26 November 2023
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Paul K
Honolulu, HI14 contributions
I’m not into shows too much but this was awesome. They had inexpensive Tsin Tao Beer too! The motorcycles were crazy. Highly recommended.
Written 4 November 2023
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steve1118
Shanghai, China93 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
We went to the afternoon circus for children here. Was very impressive! Acrobats, animal trainers, and clowns. The show was 2 hrs long. Good value! There is social distancing in place.
Written 11 August 2020
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PBlyth
Tampa, FL252 contributions
Jan 2020
Fairly typical circus act with agile performers. No animals but many acrobats doing balancing and tumbling acts on each other, bicycles and various platforms. Just about every seat is a good seat as this is a theater in the round. No need to buy the most expensive seats. If you have already seen the show in Beijing, this will be a repeat.
Written 23 March 2020
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Surveyor47
Havant, UK1,935 contributions
Dec 2019
Not going to say too much, but a very good show. The finale made the rest of the show quite tame. Obviously a lot of acrobatics, and quite a few times you feel the need to hold your breath and keep quiet. A good way to pass an evening.
Written 16 February 2020
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Sarah C
Lake Lure, NC48 contributions
Feb 2020
My husband & I took our 13 yr old grandson to see their performance when they were touring through Jacksonville, FL. I was hoping it would more along the lines of Cirque du Soleil, but it certainly wasn't. It was almost as though they were a troupe in training. There were many mistakes & the routines just weren't very interesting. They begged for applause, which I found offputting. Even though I got my tickets at a discount, it still wasn't worth the price that I paid.
Written 10 February 2020
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MEK
7 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Great show! Very entertaining and suitable for all ages! A must see. You can buy your tickets on line at get your guide. When picking up your tickets, make sure to give yourself enough time as the line at the box office can be quite long. Also if possible have the hard copy of your invoice to give to the box office so that they can easily find your reservation and print your tickets.
Written 10 January 2020
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Seungjoo C
Seoul, South Korea78 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
must see the show
trembling during the whole time
you should go by subway. There is chance to be late because of traffic jam.
trembling during the whole time
you should go by subway. There is chance to be late because of traffic jam.
Written 4 January 2020
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Diana F
london158 contributions
Oct 2019
We bought last minute tickets for this, at about £50 a pop I was a bit reluctant but it was worth every penny.
The acts were all incredible, some real nail-biting stuff!
The best show I have ever seen in my life, I wish it had lasted longer.
The acts were all incredible, some real nail-biting stuff!
The best show I have ever seen in my life, I wish it had lasted longer.
Written 3 January 2020
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Kalisnik
New Haven, CT9 contributions
Hi! I read that some people wrote that the location has changed. If we book tickets on tripadvisor:
a) where do we pick them up?
b) where is the show taking place in July 2019?
Thanks!
Sara
Philippa An D
Hong Kong, China24 contributions
You can pick up the tickets at the circus. I can’t tell you whether it’s moved back yet or not but if the taxi driver doesn’t know and drops you at the permanent venue then it’s only about a ten minute walk to the temporary venue anyway.
There is signage - just hard to follow so allow extra time.
Leiko K
Honolulu, HI81 contributions
How long is the show? What time does it end?
SpirosK photography
Athens, Greece1,388 contributions
Exactly as Joakim said. Around 2hours (2hrs+some minutes) with a break (in our case it was roughly 20 minutes)
Grace B
Davao City, Philippines269 contributions
How far by taxi canwe reach Shanghai circus world from Intercontinental Shanghai Expo?
Anurag Puri
New Delhi, India33 contributions
how far it is from Nanjing road?
Sam-likes-to-travel
Malmö, Sweden
Taking METRO in Shanghai is my first choice if there are stations nearby. I agree with Alan H. (If you must take a cab please do make sure that you have lots and lots of time.) Enjoy and have fun!!
Michelle C
Shanghai, China55 contributions
Hi there
one review suggested animals were at this circus... is that true?!
thanks in advance
buffy l
Manila, Philippines39 contributions
no animals in the circus :)
LORIAN65
Birmingham, UK591 contributions
Hi what’s the difference between happy circus and ERA THNKS A BIT CONFUSED
SmileyChicago_IL
Chicago, IL98 contributions
From our concierge, they said ERA has more stunts, more elaborate feats. Happy Circus is geared towards children.
hi, when i purchase the ticket on trip advisor...do i still need to redeem the tickets at the counter or can show e-ticket?
RuKhan
Hamilton, Canada86 contributions
Yes, you have to redeem for paper tickets at the counter!
hi, can i access to the circus world by train? if yes, which exit should i head to?
LeenSyam
Kuala Selangor, Malaysia32 contributions
Metro Line 1, Stop at Station Shanghai Circus World. Exit from the station, do not cross any road, it just at the back of the station. Walk for about 300meters
melgammal2012
Doha9 contributions
hi do you when it starts . I don't have tickits yet is it possible to buy two from the tickits office for the same day.
MapleLeafGirl123
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia2,258 contributions
Yes, getting the tickets same day should be fine. The theatre was not full when we went on a Friday. As the place is small, any seats should be fine and will have a good view of everything.
We bought our tickets online from viator. Went to pick up the tickets at the box office about two hours before the show.
Lots of empty seats, more than 50 -100 empty.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shanghai Circus World
- Shanghai Circus World admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost S$64.11, while a popular guided tour starts around S$29.68 per person.
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Shanghai Circus World:
- Shanghai Circus World: ERA Intersection of Time Acrobatics Show (From S$64.11)
- Private Transfer to ERA Acrobats Show at Shanghai Circus World (From S$29.68)
- Six-day package tour of Shanghai, Tongli, Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Mount Huangshan (From S$7,822.52)
- Private Full-Day Tour from Shanghai to Temple Acrobatic Show (From S$362.60)
- A Private Shanghai full-day Tour with Museums, Temples and Shanghai Circus World (From S$288.48)
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- (0.14 km) Motel Hotel Shanghai Xiangyang North Road
- (0.24 km) Qianyuan Holiday Hotel
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- (0.46 km) Four Points by Sheraton Shanghai, Daning
- (0.52 km) Shanghai Marriott Hotel Parkview
- Restaurants near Shanghai Circus World:
- (0.01 km) ShaoXing Restaurant (DaNing Flagship Store)
- (0.23 km) WuShan Grill Fish de Peng Restaurant
- (0.27 km) XiJiu Xiang Coffee (DaNing)
- (0.29 km) Dairy Queen (DaNing)
- (0.29 km) Burger King (DaNing)