A passenger captures a moment with her ticket in front of the "drama bus". [Photo/Qilu Evening News]

Jinan introduced a "drama bus" from Jan 1 to 3, transforming its Route 777 sightseeing line into a moving stage.

Departing from Quancheng Square, the double-decker bus gave passengers a 45-minute immersive experience that combined live drama with urban sightseeing.

As the bus traveled past iconic sites like Baotu Spring, Furong Street, and Daming Lake, professional actors blended with passengers and performed scripted scenes triggered by each stop. Interactive puzzles tied to the city's history invited travelers to engage with the storyline, turning sightseeing into a cultural experience.

By merging drama with public transport, the initiative turned the city into a stage and encouraged visitors to explore Jinan's stories in an immersive and interactive way.