[2025 Shanghai ] Travel Guide for Shanghai · Sleep No More (Updated Sep)

Had the coolest experience at Sleep No More interactive theatre performance in Shanghai! The performers, music, set, costumes and experience was amazing! It told Shakespeare’s classic tragedy of Macbeth! I went with my friend and got split up, thankfully I found her near the end! I would totally go see it again and follow other character storylines! 😍 If you plan to go see it, I suggest you leave 4 hours after the beginning of the play free because it will definitely take you a while to see it! I thank my friend for inviting me to join her! ✨#christmasgiveaway #shanghai

Last week I stepped into the world of Sleep No More Shanghai—and honestly, I’m still haunted in the best way. It all begins in an old-world lift, where masked strangers are split apart floor by floor. That first moment—watching doors close as your friends disappear—sets the tone: unnerving, exhilarating, and a little terrifying. From there, you wander alone through a sprawling, dimly lit hotel, every corner hiding secrets, from eerily detailed bedrooms to hidden bars and surreal dreamscapes. Mask on, words off—you follow dancers, actors, and whispers of Macbeth woven with Chinese folklore, never knowing where the night will take you. No two journeys are the same; your choices shape your story. For me, it felt like living inside a lucid dream—part thriller, part artwork, part ritual. It’s not just theatre, it’s an experience that lingers long after you step back into the Shanghai night. #Sleepnomore #shanghai #Immersivetheatre

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Here is a travel guide for "Insomnia Night" that we hope will be helpful to you: Plot Summary "Insomnia Night" is adapted from Shakespeare's classic work "Macbeth," set in the McKinnon Hotel in New York on the eve of World War II in 1939. Audience members will wear white masks and freely roam various corners of the theater, following the actors to explore the storyline. Ticket Purchase Suggestions • Ticket Channels: Tickets can be booked through the official website, Maoyan, and other ticketing platforms. • Showtimes: Performances start at 7 PM and run in three cycles. It is recommended to choose the 7:00 PM show to enjoy a free cocktail and fully experience all three performance cycles. • Ticket Pricing: The earlier the entry time, the higher the ticket price, but you can enter the theater earlier and experience more of the story. Travel Guide • Transportation: Take the subway to Nanjing West Road Station and walk to the McKinnon Hotel. • Luggage Storage: The theater provides luggage storage services; it is recommended to bring only essentials like your phone and tissues. Audience Guidelines • Attire: Comfortable shoes such as sneakers or flats are recommended; avoid high heels and sandals. Wear light clothing for easy movement within the theater. • Entry Time: Exchange for paper tickets half an hour in advance; late arrivals over 90 minutes will not be admitted. • Viewing Etiquette: No photography or filming, no holding hands or crowding, no talking; maintain appropriate distance and respect the actors. • Interactive Experience: Audience members can freely follow actors or explore rooms but must pay attention to safety. Viewing Tips • Understand the Plot: Familiarize yourself with the plot of "Macbeth" in advance to better understand the story. • Explore Alone: Solo exploration offers more discoveries, such as one-on-one interactive experiences. • Rest Areas: If you feel tired midway, you can rest in the hotel lobby or the banquet scene area. Nearby Recommendations • Food: Nearby restaurants include Shun Ji Signature Local Cuisine and others. • Accommodation: Several designer hotels nearby offer comfortable lodging experiences. We hope this guide helps you better enjoy the unique charm of "Insomnia Night." Wishing you an unforgettable evening!

A stunning display of contemporary dance and immersive theatre at its finest, most elusive and most thrilling - a deeply magical time Twelve incredible shows at The McKinnon Hotel, experiencing Punchdrunk’s Sleep No More: Shanghai, with incredible performances, sets and world-building ✨

📍Detailed Address: Mckinnon Hotel (1013 Beijing West Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai) ⏳Duration: 3 hours ❤Reason for recommendation: A classic of immersive drama, adapted from Shakespeare's classic work 'Macbeth'. Admission process: Ticket collection - Bag and clothes storage - Poker card admission - Waiting for number call in the bar - Phone sealing and mask distribution - Entering the elevator - Randomly assigned to different floors The elevator goes from the 5th floor to the 1st floor, 1-2 people will be pushed out on each floor, and the rest will all be on the 1st floor. Floor distribution F1: Dinner long table + ballroom (the beginning and end of each round are here) Ps. Three rounds will be performed in 3 hours, and each time will return to the first floor long table F2: Front desk of Mckinnon Hotel + Restaurant + Bedroom of Macbeth couple F3: Cemetery + King Duncan's bedroom and prayer room + Macduff couple's bedroom. F4: Eden + Street + Detective Agency + Specimen Room + Billiard Room + Pharmacy + Tailor Shop. F5: Bamboo forest + mental hospital. (Shanghai exclusive: White Snake and Xu Xian get married in the bamboo forest) F6: Mysterious layer (hidden plot) 📝Attention tips: Act alone. The experience of walking alone is stronger, the actors walk fast, be sure to follow closely; It is recommended to buy the first round of tickets, if you can't keep up with Macbeth in the first round, switch to follow Lady Macbeth (it's easy to fall behind when there are too many people); Find your favorite subplot in the second round, recognize the person in the first round, understand the relationship between characters, and you can follow the person you like directly in the second round; Don't change people randomly, the plot will be more chaotic, and you don't know what you've seen in the end; The 1v1 plot is really cool, when the actor has eye contact with you, don't hesitate, the opportunity is fleeting; It is not recommended to buy alcohol. Because the time is tight, you can't bring the alcohol in. Friends with myopia wear contact lenses, it's more convenient to wear a mask Wear comfortable shoes. The overall exercise intensity is quite high, fast walking and jogging are normal ✅Must-see scenes: The three witch rituals of Eden, two bedroom scenes, solo dance in the female lead's bedroom

The hard-to-find immersive drama "Sleep no more" has fascinated countless fans, watching it over and over again, and participating in it over and over again, in order to unlock all the plots. But do you know? On the top floor of the McKinsey Hotel in this drama, there is such a mysterious suite - along the mysterious clue to the top of the McKinsey Hotel, picking up the keys from the gentleman's landlord, from here The mysterious suite "Arak", which has not been opened to the public, has had a wonderful night. and the Shanghai version of sleep no more from the hands of the same designer, here a table, a chair, furnishings books are as in the background of the drama in the 1930s. Every cabinet, every photo, there are many stories of that era... and secrets... Want to unlock the answer? Don't worry, Halloween night under the dark lights, take a good night's sleep, maybe the old owner of the house will come to your dreams to give you clues...