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The Pearl

The Pearl

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Live Music
Stage & Dance
Hongkou
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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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136 2168 8556
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WeChat: thepearlcabaret
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Daily, 6pm-2am

Editor's Description

Last updated: Oct 11, 2025
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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Events & Deals

Imagine Dragons + Stars & Stripes Night

Imagine Dragons + Stars & Stripes Night

The Pearl is paying tribute to Imagine Dragons with their house band, Stars & Stripes, performing the band’s biggest hits along with classic tracks from Cher, Kool & The Gang, Madonna, and more....
Thu, Dec 18, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 120
The Beatles and the British Invasion

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...
Sun, Dec 28, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 60
Avril Lavigne & Ladies of Rock Concert

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...
Fri, Jan 2, 2026 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 120
Britney Spears and 2000s Divas

Britney Spears and 2000s Divas

Experience a blast from the past with The Pearl's Red Stars as they pay homage to the unforgettable era of 2000s pop music, featuring the iconic hits of Britney Spears and other chart-topping...
Wed, Dec 17, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 100
The Pearl's NYE Gold: A Night of All Star Performances

The Pearl's NYE Gold: A Night of All Star Performances

The Pearl is going all-in for NYE with NYE GOLD — their biggest, loudest, most over-the-top celebration of the year. Expect The Red Stars, Pearl’s dancers, aerialists, surprise guests, and host...
Wed, Dec 31, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 388
Season of Rock

Season of Rock

The Pearl turns the holidays up to eleven with Season of Rock, a Christmas blowout packed with big vocals, high-energy dance numbers, and a full-throttle live set from The Red Stars. Expect...
Fri, Dec 19, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 160
Holiday Disco Live

Holiday Disco Live

The Pearl is throwing a full-on disco Christmas party, and it’s as sparkly as it sounds. The Red Stars are leading the night with classic disco hits plus modern pop tracks that keep the dance floor...
Sat, Dec 20, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 160
Winter Fairytale – A Magical Family Show

Winter Fairytale – A Magical Family Show

Step into The Pearl for Winter Fairytale, a magical family show where aerial arts, dance, and theater bring winter legends to life. Created by ARTE Aerial Arts, the show follows young performers as...
Sun, Dec 21, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 60
Santa's Hangover - Boxing Day Rock Night

Santa's Hangover - Boxing Day Rock Night

Christmas is done, but The Pearl isn’t slowing down — Santa’s Hangover is back to blast Boxing Day into chaos. The Red Stars tear through Linkin Park, Ozzy, Green Day, and more rock heavyweights...
Fri, Dec 26, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 120
Russian New Year’s Eve: The Pearl Edition

Russian New Year’s Eve: The Pearl Edition

The Pearl is doing something different for New Year’s this time—an all-out Russian-style celebration. The Red Stars are performing a mix of Russian favorites and Western party tracks, with aerial...
Sat, Dec 27, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 188
Party Season Live

Party Season Live

The Pearl is going all-in for Christmas this year with two nights of full-blown festive chaos. Expect The Red Stars, The Pearl’s X-Mas Dancers, the cheeky Date Me Boys, and vocalist Reina “Jingle”...
on Dec 24 and Dec 25, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 160
The Pearl's Festive Feast and Christmas Show

The Pearl's Festive Feast and Christmas Show

The Pearl is pulling out all the stops for Christmas this year with two nights of feasting, music, and full-on festive cheer. Hosted by the always-iconic Cocosanti, the evening brings together The...
on Dec 24 and Dec 25, 2025 @ The Pearl
From ¥ 199

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