As the only exclusive residency in Asia, "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" upholds the international standards of "original cast, upgraded storyline, and stunning audiovisual experience," continuously iterating its content and sensory experience by integrating Shanghai elements. This marks the creation of a new international art and entertainment landmark in Shanghai.
Presented by the global live entertainment leader Live Nation and the internationally renowned IP Blue Man Group, "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" exemplifies the achievements of international cooperation and cultural exchange in Shanghai. As a key event of the inaugural "Shanghai Summer" International Consumption Season, "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" will collaborate with various sectors to promote international cultural exchanges in Shanghai.
Strong Collaboration and International IP Residency
Blue Man Group, a phenomenon in music and art performances, has been captivating audiences for 33 years. Known for its iconic blue characters and unique performance style that blends music, mime, multimedia, and interactive art, it transcends language barriers and appeals to audiences of all ages. Since its debut in 1991, Blue Man Group has garnered Grammy and Emmy nominations and has become a staple in popular culture worldwide, performing in over 25 countries and establishing residencies in cities like Boston, Chicago, and Las Vegas, with a global audience exceeding 50 million.
Presented by Live Nation, the opening of "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" also marks the official launch of the ROJO Art Space. As part of the new commercial complex Shanghai A.F.A, ROJO Art Space combines art, park, digital operation, and commerce within a heritage building rich in industrial and artistic history, aiming to become a cultural and lifestyle hub in Shanghai. With the inauguration and official performances of "Blue Man Group in Shanghai," this new urban cultural and creative landmark is now unveiled.
Diverse Artistic Interaction and Immersive Experience
As a treasured international performing arts IP, Blue Man Group has developed a mature and unique performance system. Its shows, featuring art, music, comedy, and non-verbal communication, offer enjoyment to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Using rich body language, zero-distance interaction, and advanced audiovisual technology, the performers invite audiences into a creative and imaginative perspective to explore profound themes like life, the universe, and environmental protection through laughter and "curiosity-driven" entertainment.
Blue Man Group constantly explores the connection between immersive interaction and the stage. Often referred to by global audiences as "the show you don’t want to be late for," lucky audience members might receive customized entrance music created by the Blue Men. The show also includes a live "dating" segment, where Blue Men randomly invite strangers on stage for a surprise date experience. With stage props and plot design ensuring full audience participation and interaction, elements like falling streamers, open-ended interactive designs, and creative performances inspired by everyday life make for a carnival-like feast, bringing the charm of Blue Man's mime art and musical creativity up close.
In Blue Man Group's world, music and life are intertwined, breaking the "fourth wall" between the audience and the stage. Committed to creating a fully immersive experience, Blue Man Group endows each performance with unique interactive memories for its audiences.
World-Class Audiovisual Experience
Renowned for its limitless creativity in musical art, Blue Man Group is celebrated by fans worldwide as "percussion geniuses from another planet." The Blue Men, with their impeccable sense of rhythm and top-tier musical skills, deliver precisely timed drum performances that ignite the audience's emotions. Audiences will experience creative music played on custom instruments, including the iconic PVC pipe organ and cereal box percussion. In Blue Man's world, life itself is music.
Compared to the 2019 Shanghai performance, "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" introduces a new female character, the "Rockstar," replacing the traditional live band to deliver perfect musical performances. This short-haired female drummer will collaborate with the Blue Men to recreate three classic musical segments: "PVC Pipe Organ-DRUMBONE," "Dopamine Trio-PAINT DRUMS," and "Big Drum-BIG DRUM."
To create a futuristic blue audiovisual carnival, "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" incorporates cutting-edge multimedia technology and lighting effects, featuring high-end audiovisual equipment, 77 L-Acoustics speakers, 172 ACME and multi-brand moving lights, and multiple LED screens, aiming to provide a world-class audiovisual experience.
Shanghai-Specific Surprises and Original IP Topics
Blending classic and innovative elements, "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" has fully upgraded its content with perfect integration of Shanghai elements, offering exclusive local segments. Based on the IP of three fully painted Blue Men, Blue Man Group provides a highly inclusive space for creating music, culture, and art content. In the future, "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" will continually enrich its storyline to achieve localized expression.
The show features Shanghai-specific segments for the season, where audiences will discover familiar local music played on the "PVC pipes," as well as a special "Earth" environmental theme journey designed for Shanghai. Through their unique mime art and creativity, the Blue Men convey universal human desires and connect emotionally with the audience through laughter and interaction.
In the future, "Blue Man Group in Shanghai" will continue to offer audiences world-class artistic and musical interactive experiences. Partnering with Shanghai A.F.A - ROJO Art Space, it will present a cultural extravaganza that seamlessly blends technology, art, and interaction, fostering a vibrant new arena for cultural and artistic exchange. Blue Man Group is set to redefine the boundaries between music and life!
