Christie Crimson Lights Up Shandong’s Largest Immersive Water Curtain Show

In Qihe County, the myths of the Yellow River now rise from water and light in breathtaking scale, thanks to Christie’s http://www.christiedigital.com/ Crimson Series 3DLP laser projectors powering “Soul of the Winding Yellow River” — the centrepiece of the panoramic live performance titled “Up and Down the River”. Billed as the largest immersive water curtain show ever staged in Shandong Province, the production stretches across a 180-metre-wide water screen, bringing to life ancient legends with dazzling clarity and cinematic scope.

A fleet of ten Christie Crimson WU32 laser projectors, supplied and installed by Beijing Zhongqing Display Technology http://www.zqav.com.cn/, transforms an 18-metre-high water-screen cascade into a living canvas. Audiences are swept into stories such as Houyi Shoots the Suns, Jingwei Fills the Sea, Kuafu Chases the Sun, and Dayu Controls the Floods, as virtual imagery and live performance merge seamlessly against the vast natural backdrop of mountains and rivers.

Engineered for the rigours of large-scale installations, the 32,000-lumen Christie Crimson WU32 combines WUXGA resolution, an IP5X-sealed solid-state laser, and a rugged chassis for reliable, near maintenance-free operation. With built-in Christie Twist for warping and blending, and optional Christie Mystique for automated alignment, the system ensures both creative freedom and technical resilience — qualities now central to a spectacle where technology meets tradition on an epic stage.

“‘Soul of the Winding Yellow River’ is not only a visual feast but also a heartfelt tribute to the cradle of Chinese civilization — the Yellow River,” said Yangshun Jia, Project Manager at Beijing Zhongqing Display Technology. “Our team is honoured to draw upon years of experience in large-scale cultural tourism and performing arts projects to support this landmark production. The outstanding performance of the Christie Crimson WU32 projectors enables us to realize our creative vision with precision, allowing audiences to experience the dynamic interplay of light and shadow.”

As systems integrator for the projection part of the show, Beijing Zhongqing Display Technology oversaw planning, installation, and commissioning of the Crimson WU32 units, which were mounted on floating rafts in the middle of the lake. Exposed to constant water spray and high humidity, the projectors were encased in customised weatherproof housings equipped with thermostats and cooling systems to stabilise internal temperature and ensure uninterrupted operation in all weather conditions.

Han Kim, Vice President of Sales, Asia-Pacific, Christie, commented, “‘Soul of the Winding Yellow River’ is a prime example of how technology can empower culture. The Crimson WU32, with its high brightness, vivid colour reproduction, and strong environmental adaptability, performs reliably even in harsh weather, adding breathtaking visual impact to the performance. We’re delighted that Beijing Zhongqing Display Technology has successfully completed this project, where projection artistry plays a central role in celebrating and promoting the legacy of the Yellow River civilization.”

Jia adds that this project, which focuses on Yellow River mythology and the roots of Chinese civilization, is set to play a vital role in boosting cultural tourism in Shandong Province. The nightly performances are expected to draw tourists and drive local economic growth through increased ticket sales, accommodation, dining, and shopping revenue. Culturally, it preserves regional history and traditions while fostering cultural exchange among visitors from different regions.