Seating Chart Indicator: The area within the white square is the Ctrip ticket sales area. After a five-year absence, the sensational return – 7 Tony Awards – 15 languages – 30 countries – 81 million audience members – Over 20,000 performances – The pinnacle of musical history that cannot be surpassed. China Tour · Shanghai Station – A grand finale to a heavy schedule. After a five-year wait, we finally meet again in 2024 with a sensational return.
In 2019, ‘Cats’ toured China for five months, with every performance sold out and no empty seats. In 2020, the ‘Jellicle Ball’ was regrettably canceled, leaving many audience members eagerly anticipating the return of ‘Cats’. As an enlightening work for many Chinese musical theater fans, the original musical ‘Cats’ first came to China in 2003, marking the first time for most domestic audiences to enjoy a world-class musical in their own country. After a five-year absence, we are finally back with the authentic classic musical ‘Cats’! The divine work that has broken records numerous times and won awards effortlessly. On May 11, 1981, ‘Cats’ premiered at the New London Theatre in London’s West End and ran for 21 years. Eight years after its premiere, ‘Cats’ set its first milestone with a record of 3,358 performances, becoming the longest-running musical at the New London Theatre. In January 1996, ‘Cats’ topped the West End with a consecutive run of 6,141 performances, becoming the longest-running musical in the West End. In 1982, the musical ‘Cats’ successfully made its way to Broadway, continuing to create a legendary legacy that endures. From 1997 to 2006, ‘Cats’ was the longest-running musical in Broadway history. To date, ‘Cats’ has been translated into more than 20 languages, has reached over 30 countries and cities, and has performed over 9,000 times in London alone. ‘Moon Goddess’ Sarah Brightman, the renowned singer Elaine Paige, and many others have passionately performed the immortal song ‘Memory’ from ‘Cats’. With more than 180 recordings by 150 global artists, ‘Memory’ has been played over 46,875 times on radio and television in the UK, and millions of times in the US. Awards received include 7 Tony Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, and 2 Grammy Awards. In 1981, ‘Cats’ won the Olivier Award for Best Musical and the Special Award for Choreography from the Evening Standard. In 1983, ‘Cats’ won the Tony Award for Best Musical, Best Book, Best Score, Best Direction, Best Featured Actress, Best Costume Design, and Best Lighting. It also received the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Composer, Outstanding Costume Design, and Outstanding Lighting, as well as the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical and the French Molière Award for Best Musical. Media reviews include ‘Bringing tears to the eyes’ – The New York Morning Post, ‘Cats is absolutely the best work’ – Time Magazine, and ‘Cats has an enduring appeal among audiences’ – THE STAGE. The musical masterpiece features a super strong lineup, with ‘Cats’ being the representative work of the famous musical composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, adapted from the British poet and Nobel Prize winner T.S. Eliot’s…Based on T.S. Eliot’s collection of fables, ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,’ the musical ‘Cats’ is produced by Cameron Mackintosh and composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, who is rightfully known as the ‘Father of Musicals.’ After being captivated by the story of the enchanting cat Grizabella, he decided to turn this poem into a musical. Apart from composing, ‘Cats’ is produced by the globally renowned musical producer Cameron Mackintosh, known for his work on musicals such as ‘Les Misérables’ and ‘The Phantom of the Opera.
‘ Gillian Lynne, who is also renowned for her choreography in ‘The Phantom of the Opera,’ serves as the choreographer and director for this production, with Trevor Nunn, known for his work on ‘Les Misérables,’ also taking on the role of director. The top-tier creative team has联手打造了这出如梦如幻的音乐剧，并使其成为史上最成功的音乐剧之一。
A night of joy and emotion, the Jellicle Cat family is holding their annual ball. Cats of all shapes and sizes take to the stage to vie for a chance at rebirth, narrating their stories through touching songs and captivating dances, leaving countless classic moments on stage. All props in the play are scaled up according to the size and proportions of cats, complemented by dreamlike stage design and ever-changing lighting effects, immersing the audience in the cat ball from the moment they enter.
Information on the 2024-2025 China Tour of the Classic Original Musical ‘Cats’. This tour features the classic original musical ‘Cats,’ composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, who also serves as a co-producer and arranger, adapted from the work of Thomas Stearns Eliot, ‘Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats.’ Directed by Trevor Nunn, with Gillian Lynne as choreographer and co-director, and John Napier in charge of scenic design.
A first-class international team and creative lineup will ensure the authentic, high-quality, and high-standard artistic presentation. Jointly presented by Jucheng and David Ian, President of Crossroads Live, the musical ‘Cats’ is produced by Cameron Mackintosh and The Really Useful Theatre Company.
Information Regarding the China Tour of the World-renowned Original Musical ‘Cats’
The 2024-2025 China Tour brings the world-renowned original musical ‘Cats’ to audiences across the country.
AC Orange Co. Ltd and David Ian for Crossroads Live present the Cameron Mackintosh and The Really Useful Theatre production of CATS.
Photographs of CATS 2022 International Tour by Alessandro Pinna.
Open from January 10th to January 19th.
