The Stage

The Stage

2025 · 117 min · ★ 7.3 · Drama, Comedy

During the Republican era, wars and conflicts were frequent. On stage, the "Overlord" sings with resounding passion, while below, the absurd spectacle of life unfolds. They must both secure the opera troupe's livelihood and appease the audience in their seats. Once the curtain rises, how should this play be performed?

Directed by Chen Peisi · Written by Chen Peisi

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Chen Peisi 侯喜亭
Huang Bo 大嗓儿
Jiang Wu 洪大帅
Yin Zheng 金啸天
Yang Haoyu 吴经理
Yu Shaoqun 凤小桐
Dayu Chen 徐明礼
Xu Zhuo'er 思玥
Yin Zhusheng 刘八爷
Xu Zhisheng 蓝大帅

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