Core Viewpoint - The Shaanxi People's Art Theatre will showcase five plays at the 24th China Shanghai International Arts Festival from October 17 to November 5, highlighting the cultural richness and artistic contributions of Shaanxi province [1][3]. Group 1: Featured Plays - The five plays include "White Deer Plain," "Ordinary World," "Protagonist," "Life Book," and "Starry Sky and Half a Tree," with "Protagonist" premiering on October 17 [1]. - "White Deer Plain," adapted from Chen Zhongshi's original work, has been performed 641 times across 128 cities and 148 theaters since its debut in 2015, marking a significant milestone for the Shaanxi People's Art Theatre [1][3]. - "Ordinary World" is based on the novel by Lu Yao, depicting the social changes in rural Shaanxi during the early reform era through the lives of two brothers [3]. - "Protagonist" tells the story of the "Queen of Qinqiang" and intertwines personal fate with the development of traditional drama [3]. - "Life Book," adapted from Li Peifu's novel, focuses on the struggles of urban-rural migration and the conflicts between money, conscience, faith, and reality [3]. - "Starry Sky and Half a Tree," based on a novel by Chen Yan, explores grassroots social conflicts through the theft of a century-old tree in a village [3]. Group 2: Cultural Activities - In addition to 11 formal performances, the Shaanxi People's Art Theatre has planned over 20 cultural activities, including stage tours, university sharing sessions, and thematic seminars [3]. - To create an authentic Shaanxi cultural atmosphere, the exterior of the Shanghai Opera House will feature a traditional drama gate and restored drum tower decorations, enhancing the immersive experience for audiences [3].