What is "Theatre in Situ"? The Shekou Theatre Festival defines it as performance content tailored to non-traditional theatrical spaces.

When performances extend beyond the confines of the stage and audiences are no longer confined to designated seating areas, the dynamics of spectatorship change, and public engagement evolves. "Theatre in Situ" is far more than merely relocating traditional stage productions to non-theatrical spaces. Instead, creators must contemplate the spirit of these new venues, explore novel spectator-performer relationships and modes of performance, and reinvigorate the public's involvement in the arts. This presents a challenge to creators to harness the energy of audience participation.