471 Zhapu Lu, near Wujin Lu, Hongkou District

乍浦路471号, 近武进路

5 minutes from North Sichuan Rd

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Daily, 6pm-2am

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Last updated: Jan 16, 2026

#6 in Nightlife #1 in Arts & Stage #1 in Arts & Stage

This historic theater up in Hongkou was once a temple, then it was Chinatown, now it's a bubbling club/lounge/bar regularly hosting cabaret theater shows. It's a really beautiful old space with a gallery and theater boxes, with a real feeling of history in the wood, but the management have done a good job turning it into a modern venue. Think Moulin Rouge, but from the movie. It's a bit out of the way, but don't let that put you off, there's almost always something going on there, from tribute concerts to movie screenings to talent shows and more risque acts. Note that it's a full-service bar, so under-18s aren't allowed in during evening acts.

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Queen Tribute Concert

Queen! Men! Myths! Legends! Mixing stadium rock, metal, glam, and Freddie Mercury's operatic vocals, Queen exploded into the rock arenas around the world with the over-the-top performance antics of...

Sun, Jun 28, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

Avril Lavigne & Ladies of Rock Concert

The Pearl has a concert dedicated to all the rockin' ladies over the years. The main focus for the evening will be on pop punk queen Avril Lavigne, a punk legend since age 16 when she released hits...

Wed, Jun 24, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

90's Alt-Rock Concert

A 90s alternative rock tribute night at The Pearl, performed by Red Stars Band, revisits the era’s defining sound. The set pulls from bands like Nirvana, Radiohead, Oasis, Foo Fighters, and Green...

Wed, Jun 17, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 100

Michael Jackson Tribute

The Pearl hosts a Michael Jackson tribute night with Red Stars Band, bringing the King of Pop’s catalogue back to the stage. Expect a run through hits from Michael Jackson, reworked into a live...

Fri, Jun 19, 2026 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 180

Shake It Off: Taylor Swift Tribute Concert

Shake It Off: Taylor Swift Tribute Concert is a live tribute show at The Pearl celebrating the music and eras of Taylor Swift. Performed by the Red Stars Band with dancers from The Pearl, the...

Daily until Jun 14 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 80

The Beatles and the British Invasion

After many successful British Invasion concerts the Red Stars band created a special version: The Beatles and the British Invasion. Along with a large array of British hits, The Pearl Red Stars...

Jun 13, 18, 21 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 60

Imagine Dragons & Coldplay Tribute

Throughout history, rivalries have sparked heated battles: Jets vs. Sharks, Greasers vs. Socs, Rockers vs. Mods, Warriors vs. every gang in NYC. Now, The Pearl is hosting a clash of modern-day...

Daily until Jun 20 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 150

The Pearl Presents: The Great Gatsby Cabaret Show

Step inside a fully immersive cabaret adaptation of The Great Gatsby at The Pearl. Guests are no longer observers—they are part of the party, moving through a three-act experience of music, dance,...

May 29, Jun 5, 6, 26, 27 @ The Pearl

From ¥ 218

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