Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, theaters were closed, concerts canceled and performances rescheduled over the past five months. As people are seeing the light at the end of tunnel, they could also go to theaters again to enjoy the shows.

On June 18, the classic Swan Lake, performed by the Shanghai Ballet, found its way on the stage of the Shanghai Grand Theater, kicking off live performances after months of lockdown.

There was less than 30 percent attendance for each performance as the theater strictly controlled the number of audience members. Attendees were required to sit at intervals with their information pre-checked by a management system.