- 压轴子 yāzhòuzi showpieceThe best part of a performance or event, usually appearing at or near the very end; originally referred to the second-to-last item on a program, but now commonly used for the final act or grand finale.
- 大轴子 dàzhòuzi final performancethe last item on a theatrical program, typically the most elaborate or exciting performance; also known as [[大轴|大軸|da4 zhou4]] or [[大轴戏|大軸戲|da4 zhou4 xi4]]