Group 1 - The 14th China Arts Festival's 20th Star Awards were announced, with Shanghai sending 9 works to the final evaluation, achieving a record number of awards since the reform in 2016 [1] - The instrumental ensemble "Sea Above, Cloud Dream" won the music category, showcasing a blend of Chinese and Western instruments, highlighting the unique characteristics of Shanghai culture [1] - The Shanghai Huju opera "Fake Money, True Feelings" won its first Star Award, telling the story of a mentally challenged elderly man who uses self-drawn "money" to buy noodles over ten years [1] Group 2 - The square dance "Let's Dance Together" won in the square dance category, depicting a vibrant urban daily life through a fusion of jazz, pop dance, and local culture [1] - The gong and drum storytelling "The Landlord is Coming" narrates the interactions between a retired professional broadcaster landlord and three young female tenants who are aspiring broadcasters [1]

Core Points - This year, Shanghai has 9 works nominated for the finals of the 20th Qunxing Award, with a record high nomination rate [1] - The finals will take place from October 12 to 19, with 168 performers from Shanghai participating in 7 works [1] - The performance "Lao Gu Shu: The Landlord is Coming" emphasizes the traditional art form of storytelling with drum accompaniment, showcasing local dialect and culture [1] - The team for "Xin Sheng," the youngest in the finals, consists of 9 students from a local primary school, highlighting the importance of youth engagement in traditional arts [2] - The narrative of "Xin Sheng" addresses the pressures faced by students, reflecting contemporary educational challenges [2] - The participation in the Qunxing Award finals is seen as a significant boost for youth arts education in the Jiading District [2]

Group 1 - The core event is the 20th "Star Award" competition, with 9 works from Shanghai entering the finals, showcasing a record high participation rate across various categories including music, dance, drama, and quyi [1] - The performances are part of a series of 7 public benefit shows running until September 17, aimed at promoting the upcoming national finals of the "Star Award" [1] Group 2 - The dance "Ancient Well Stories" is inspired by a farmer's painting depicting women washing clothes, emphasizing the incorporation of everyday actions into dance [2] - The choreographer, Wang Liangyu, highlights the importance of pre-competition tours for refining performances based on audience perspectives [2] Group 3 - The Shanghai opera piece "Fake Money, Real Feelings" tells a touching story about a mentally challenged person who creates fake money to eat at a noodle shop, inspired by a news report [3] - The production involves 11 actors, including 4 main singers from the Shanghai community arts system and 7 amateur performers, aiming to present a relatable and heartfelt narrative [3]