Elisabeth, the most successful German-language musical of all time, has attracted over 12 million people worldwide, with over 9000 performances in 10 different languages in 14 countries. In December 2014, Elisabeth made its debut in China as the Year-End Hit in Shanghai Culture Square, with 40 shows it opened up the gate to German-language musicals and became the “first love” of many Chinese audiences. After a decade of absence, Elisabeth is about to return to Shanghai Culture Square in the form of a brand-new staged concert. With more than 20 top-class actors and actresses, accompanied by an orchestra, and featuring the original costumes, the staged concert version of the successful German-language musical will be staged by Lion Entertainment, licensed by the original production company Vereinigte Bühnen Wien. This brand-new production shall bring again a feast for the eye and ear to the Chinese audience after a decade of absence.

Since its debut in 1992, the Vienna German-language musical Elizabeth has attracted 12 million viewers worldwide, with more than 9,000 performances across 14 countries and translated into 10 different languages. Since 2019, the concert version of Elizabeth has also been held three times at the Schönbrunn Palace Square in Vienna. Set against the backdrop of the majestic castle and the Viennese sky, this outdoor musical event has drawn thousands of spectators from around the globe.

In December 2014, the German-language musical Elizabeth made its debut in China as the year-end performance at the Cultural Square, staging 40 shows and introducing Chinese audiences to German-language musicals. It quickly became a "white moonlight" for countless fans. After a decade-long hiatus, Elizabeth is set to return to the Cultural Square stage with a newly produced musical concert version, presenting 21 performances to the eagerly awaiting audience!

The Plot

At 15, Sissi falls in love with Emperor Franz at first sight and, through a series of misunderstandings, enters into a royal marriage. However, she finds herself trapped by court protocols and suffers under the strict control of the Empress. Years later, she realizes that her beauty is her most powerful weapon and begins to engage in political affairs. During this time, Death, who has been a constant presence in her life since childhood, reappears, yearning for her vitality and love. It continuously tempts her towards the dark world, seeking eternal freedom…

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