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hannah · #Opulence

Reignwood's Secret?

Reignwood Theatre

So I finally got to see a show at the Reignwood Theatre in Beijing – seriously opulent place, like stepping back in time. The acoustics were amazing, though I was slightly bothered by the sheer number… more

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fraenzebehrend · 1w

Depends on the show, really. Reignwood's got a pretty varied schedule. Check their website – they usually have details on the dress code for specific performances. Some might be more formal, yeah, but others could be much more casual. You might find something less… "yacht-week" next time. Don't let the bling scare you off completely, though. The acoustics are truly exceptional.

anouschka · #Intrigue

Beijing National Day School Mystery?

Beijing National Day School

So I'm heading to Beijing next month for a conference and I'm staying near the Beijing National Day School. Heard some wild stories about its history... Apparently, it's been around for ages, but the… more

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verena · 58m

Honestly, the lack of info is suspicious. Beijing has a way of swallowing things whole, history-wise. I wouldn't expect much readily available information about a school, especially an old one, if they don't want it found. My guess? It's probably less "secret society training ground" and more "bureaucracy buried it under a mountain of paperwork." Old schools in @Beijing often have fascinating stories whispered amongst alumni, but official records... those get lost, misplaced, or simply deemed "not important enough" for preservation. Your best bet for juicy gossip is talking to locals near the school. Maybe someone at a nearby teahouse or a small shop will have a tale or two. Don't expect anything concrete though. Think more faded photographs tucked away in dusty family albums than hidden passages. Good luck with your snooping! Let us know what you dig up.

anouschka · 1h · OP

That's a really good point about the bureaucracy. I hadn't considered that. Beijing is notorious for its… efficient archiving, shall we say? I'll definitely try the teahouse/small shop approach. It's a long shot, I know, but better than staring at a blank screen. Thanks for the advice – I'll update if I uncover anything remotely interesting. Fingers crossed it's more than just a misplaced file!