"Theater village" in NW China's Ningxia brings relocation stories to life-Xinhua

"Theater village" in NW China's Ningxia brings relocation stories to life

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2026-09-23 13:34:05

Tourists visit an intangible cultural heritage workshop at a "theater village" cultural project in Minning Town, Yongning County of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 22, 2026. Located in Minning Town, a "theater village" cultural project draws on the 30-year history of Fujian-Ningxia cooperation and tells the story of people relocated from Xihaigu as they overcame the challenges of survival and pursued better lives through development.

The project has staged more than 100 performances, including 36 original productions. Since opening on July 1, it has attracted over 130,000 visitors, generating total revenue of more than 13 million yuan (about 1.93 million U.S. dollars). It has also helped create jobs and increase incomes for around 2,500 local residents, while contributing to the growth of businesses and services in surrounding areas. (Xinhua/Liu Hai)

Tourists visit a "theater village" cultural project in Minning Town, Yongning County of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 22, 2026. Located in Minning Town, a "theater village" cultural project draws on the 30-year history of Fujian-Ningxia cooperation and tells the story of people relocated from Xihaigu as they overcame the challenges of survival and pursued better lives through development.

The project has staged more than 100 performances, including 36 original productions. Since opening on July 1, it has attracted over 130,000 visitors, generating total revenue of more than 13 million yuan (about 1.93 million U.S. dollars). It has also helped create jobs and increase incomes for around 2,500 local residents, while contributing to the growth of businesses and services in surrounding areas. (Xinhua/Liu Hai)

Tourists visit a "theater village" cultural project in Minning Town, Yongning County of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 22, 2026. Located in Minning Town, a "theater village" cultural project draws on the 30-year history of Fujian-Ningxia cooperation and tells the story of people relocated from Xihaigu as they overcame the challenges of survival and pursued better lives through development.

The project has staged more than 100 performances, including 36 original productions. Since opening on July 1, it has attracted over 130,000 visitors, generating total revenue of more than 13 million yuan (about 1.93 million U.S. dollars). It has also helped create jobs and increase incomes for around 2,500 local residents, while contributing to the growth of businesses and services in surrounding areas. (Xinhua/Liu Hai)

A staff member promotes local products via live-streaming at a "theater village" cultural project in Minning Town, Yongning County of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 22, 2026. Located in Minning Town, a "theater village" cultural project draws on the 30-year history of Fujian-Ningxia cooperation and tells the story of people relocated from Xihaigu as they overcame the challenges of survival and pursued better lives through development.

The project has staged more than 100 performances, including 36 original productions. Since opening on July 1, it has attracted over 130,000 visitors, generating total revenue of more than 13 million yuan (about 1.93 million U.S. dollars). It has also helped create jobs and increase incomes for around 2,500 local residents, while contributing to the growth of businesses and services in surrounding areas. (Xinhua/Liu Hai)

Actors perform during a drama at a "theater village" cultural project in Minning Town, Yongning County of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 22, 2026. Located in Minning Town, a "theater village" cultural project draws on the 30-year history of Fujian-Ningxia cooperation and tells the story of people relocated from Xihaigu as they overcame the challenges of survival and pursued better lives through development.

The project has staged more than 100 performances, including 36 original productions. Since opening on July 1, it has attracted over 130,000 visitors, generating total revenue of more than 13 million yuan (about 1.93 million U.S. dollars). It has also helped create jobs and increase incomes for around 2,500 local residents, while contributing to the growth of businesses and services in surrounding areas. (Xinhua/Liu Hai)

Tourists visit a "theater village" cultural project in Minning Town, Yongning County of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 22, 2026. Located in Minning Town, a "theater village" cultural project draws on the 30-year history of Fujian-Ningxia cooperation and tells the story of people relocated from Xihaigu as they overcame the challenges of survival and pursued better lives through development.

The project has staged more than 100 performances, including 36 original productions. Since opening on July 1, it has attracted over 130,000 visitors, generating total revenue of more than 13 million yuan (about 1.93 million U.S. dollars). It has also helped create jobs and increase incomes for around 2,500 local residents, while contributing to the growth of businesses and services in surrounding areas. (Xinhua/Liu Hai)

This photo taken on Sept. 22, 2026 shows a view of a "theater village" cultural project in Minning Town, Yongning County of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. Located in Minning Town, a "theater village" cultural project draws on the 30-year history of Fujian-Ningxia cooperation and tells the story of people relocated from Xihaigu as they overcame the challenges of survival and pursued better lives through development.

The project has staged more than 100 performances, including 36 original productions. Since opening on July 1, it has attracted over 130,000 visitors, generating total revenue of more than 13 million yuan (about 1.93 million U.S. dollars). It has also helped create jobs and increase incomes for around 2,500 local residents, while contributing to the growth of businesses and services in surrounding areas. (Xinhua/Liu Hai)

Tourists visit an intangible cultural heritage workshop at a "theater village" cultural project in Minning Town, Yongning County of Yinchuan, northwest China's Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Sept. 22, 2026. Located in Minning Town, a "theater village" cultural project draws on the 30-year history of Fujian-Ningxia cooperation and tells the story of people relocated from Xihaigu as they overcame the challenges of survival and pursued better lives through development.

The project has staged more than 100 performances, including 36 original productions. Since opening on July 1, it has attracted over 130,000 visitors, generating total revenue of more than 13 million yuan (about 1.93 million U.S. dollars). It has also helped create jobs and increase incomes for around 2,500 local residents, while contributing to the growth of businesses and services in surrounding areas. (Xinhua/Liu Hai)