Musical gets into the zone of creativity

Xiao Ke's latest production documents transformation of Beijing's 798 art district in a show that focuses on human stories, Chen Nan reports.

Over the years, Beijing's 798 Art Zone in Chaoyang District's Dashanzi area has undergone a massive transformation, from dusty factory complex to epicenter of China's contemporary art scene. It's also become a popular destination home to galleries, design shops, cafes and restaurants, and regularly hosts fashion shows and music festivals.

The area's transformation has now been turned into a musical by singer-songwriter Ke Zhaolei, who is better known under his stage name, Xiao Ke.

Art District premieres at the Xiaoke Musical Theater this Saturday, and will run until Dec 10.