Drama Xiqudonglai Photo: Courtesy of the drama

Chinese drama Xiqudonglai, which is inspired by the story of China's well-known restaurant Donglaishun hot pot,  made its debut at Beijing's Poly Theater from September 15 to 20. 

The play is not just about food, Chinese culture, but also a a changing time in the country. Following the rise and fall of the century-old Donglaishun, the story unfolds through the eyes of the fabled restaurant's management. 

Although it is based on traditional realist drama, it adopts a comedic elements  tailored to a contemporary audience The play consists of  three acts, with distinct characters, exquisite structure, clear timeline, and is easy for the audience to accept; the mechanical stage includes real time scene changes , adding a novel and innovative element to proceedings.

Lang Kun is helming the production as  director, backed by the well-regarded dream team of  Zhang Heping as the artistic director and Huang Chengjian and Meng Liren as stage planners.