A pub, a concert, a bit of theatre—The Choir of Man is in town, serving pints and pop hits with just enough sentiment to sneak up on you. Since debuting at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2017, the show has toured the world, picked up awards in Adelaide, and even scored an Olivier nomination. Now it's in Shanghai, pulling pints on stage and getting audiences on their feet.

What's the Deal?

The set is a pub. A real, working bar. Nine men sing, play instruments, and occasionally climb the furniture. The setlist is karaoke gold—Teenage Dream, Chandelier, and plenty of anthems you know whether you admit it or not.

They don't just sing. They stomp, they dance, they swap guitar for piano for tap shoes without missing a beat. Half the thrill is the athleticism; the other half is watching how much fun they're clearly having.

You're Part of It

This isn't sit-still theatre. The cast runs the aisles, pulls people up on stage, and hands out drinks. (Your ticket includes one—non-alcoholic if you prefer, or a bigger pour if you've gone for the pricier seats. And yes, you can take it into the theatre.)

Amid the rowdy sing-alongs, there are quieter interludes—short monologues on family and friendship that soften the edges and keep things from tipping into pure beer-hall chaos.

Why Go?

It's actually pretty good. Shanghai doesn't get a lot of touring shows that are this polished and this fun. The Choir of Man is easy to enjoy even if you're not a big musical person -- it's more like being in on a big pub singalong than sitting through Broadway-style jazz hands. The cast is genuinely talented, the music is familiar, and the whole thing is built to be a good time. If you want a night out that feels lively but not demanding, this one delivers.

Tickets

The Choir of Man runs in Shanghai through October 19. Every ticket includes a drink. Available now on SmartTicket (same prices as local sites).