Recently, Changbai Community's cultural center was ablaze with the excitement of a Broadway musical show, courtesy of Shanghai's public cultural content initiatives. The show featured a stellar lineup of both established and up-and-coming musical talents from across the country. The program was a curated mix of iconic numbers from classic musicals and fresh, acclaimed original pieces, offering a magical journey through the ages for musical theater aficionados.

As the lights gradually brightened, the show began with the energetic and distinctive No Way from the musical SIX, instantly setting the stage for an unforgettable musical adventure. The audience was then swept away to the enchanting world of Finding Neverland, where the ethereal notes of Neverland conveyed a boundless aspiration for the known. All That Matters followed, tenderly revealing the essence of love and bravery. The familiar melodies of Cats then filled the air, with Memory echoing through the ages, resonating with the audience's emotions. The stage shifted into a kaleidoscope of lights and colors as the cast brought to life excerpts from beloved classics like Chicago, Jekyll & Hyde, and Hamilton through powerful vocals and dynamic choreography. The finale saw all performers unite in a rendition of Seasons of Love, a poignant and heartwarming anthem celebrating love and hope, culminating in a peak moment of the evening. As the final chord resonated through the theater, the audience rose in a standing ovation, their applause echoing the triumphant conclusion of a musical spectacle.

This musical feast not only provided residents with an unforgettable artistic encounter but also ignited a passion for the arts that knows no bounds. It served as a conduit between the past and the future, reality and dreams, enabling all to discover their own emotional connection and draw strength from the power of music. Looking ahead, the community cultural center will witness the inheritance, innovation, and development of classic art in the new era through a variety of public cultural programs, enhancing the last-mile artistic experience between public cultural products and citizens.