Visitors pose for a photo with an installation promoting “I Love Peach Blossom” at Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville. Photo from Pingshan Media Center

Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville once again became the center of attention this month as a group of renowned veteran actors gathered to perform the drama “I Love Peach Blossom” on Nov. 1-3 and 8-10.

Set over 1,000 years ago, the play delves into the intricate tapestry of human emotions through the unfolding relationship between a man and a woman. Designed as a play-within-a-play, the storyline enthralls the audience with its twists and turns, seamlessly transitioning between the Tang Dynasty (618-907) and the present day.

Cast members of “I Love Peach Blossom” during a curtain call at Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville on Nov. 9. Photos by Xinhua unless otherwise stated

Zhang Guoli interacts with visitors at an event at Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville on Nov. 9.

Initially staged in August at the dramaville with the stellar duo of veteran director and actor Zhang Guoli and young actress Gao Xiaofei, this latest rendition featured a star-studded cast comprising actors from the iconic Chinese TV series “Dream of the Red Chamber” (1987), such as Deng Jie, Ouyang Fenqiang, Gao Hongliang, and more.

The new interpretation not only maintains the essence of the original production but also incorporates classic elements from “Dream of the Red Chamber,” providing a visual spectacle for the audience.

A visitor admire paintings featuring figures from the “Dream of the Red Chamber” TV drama at Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville.

Enthusiastic audience members flocked to the show to catch glimpses of their beloved actors, taking to their social media platforms to express their admiration for the stars, the “I Love Peach Blossom” drama, and their nostalgic sentiments toward “Dream of the Red Chamber.”

Some attendees shared their feelings about the dramaville, praising its preservation of the traditional Hakka architectural style while infusing a fresh vibrancy into the historic village.

In addition to the captivating performances of “I Love Peach Blossom,” the dramaville also hosted a painting exhibition featuring figures from the “Dream of the Red Chamber” TV drama, along with lectures and play readings, all of which have further fueled the dramaville’s growing popularity on social media platforms.

Shenzhen Pingshan Changshou Dramaville