Experience the mesmerizing Peking Opera at Beijing Liyuan Theater. Discover China’s cultural treasure through captivating performances, stunning costumes, and unique artistry.
Experience the mesmerizing Peking Opera at Beijing Liyuan Theater. Discover China’s cultural treasure through captivating performances, stunning costumes, and unique artistry.
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Liyuan Theatre - Accessible by taxi or Metro Line 7, alight at Exit C of Hufangqiao (虎坊桥) Station. Follow the directions and walk for 10 minutes to arrive at the theatre.
Established in 1990, Beijing Liyuan Theatre is a significant venue for Peking Opera performances. It features a performance hall, an exhibition hall, and a sales hall. The…
- Liyuan Theatre - Accessible by taxi or Metro Line 7, alight at Exit C of Hufangqiao (虎坊桥) Station. Follow the directions and walk for 10 minutes to arrive at the theatre.
Established in 1990, Beijing Liyuan Theatre is a significant venue for Peking Opera performances. It features a performance hall, an exhibition hall, and a sales hall. The repertoire includes carefully selected excerpts from Peking Opera, such as Sanchakou, Farewell My Concubine, and The Scattering of Flowers by the Celestial Maiden. The auditorium is equipped with electronic display screens that provide lyrics in both Chinese and English.
Visitors can enjoy Beijing snacks, savor Gaiwan Ercha, listen to authentic Peking Opera, and experience the charming lifestyle of “old Beijing.” Additionally, guests can observe actors applying makeup, take photos with them, try on costumes, apply facial makeup, and enjoy a rich interactive experience.

- Liyuan Theater Peking Opera Show Ticket
- Liyuan Theater Peking Opera Show Ticket
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Peking Opera is a cherished cultural gem of China, renowned for its deep historical roots, distinctive artistic allure, and rich cultural significance. It holds a vital role in the realm of Chinese opera. Peking Opera seamlessly blends various art forms, including singing, recitation, acting, and martial arts, creating a structured, standardized, and…
Peking Opera is a cherished cultural gem of China, renowned for its deep historical roots, distinctive artistic allure, and rich cultural significance. It holds a vital role in the realm of Chinese opera. Peking Opera seamlessly blends various art forms, including singing, recitation, acting, and martial arts, creating a structured, standardized, and highly engaging performance system. Its singing is enchanting and harmonious, the costumes are splendid and intricate, and the facial makeup is distinctive. It vividly showcases the essence of traditional Chinese culture and the aesthetic preferences of the Chinese people. As an exemplary representation of the Chinese nation’s rich cultural heritage, it is highly esteemed both domestically and internationally, and is widely acknowledged as a national treasure of China.
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- The performance time of the Liyuan Theatre at Jianguo Hotel, Qianmen, Beijing: From January to June and from September to December, there will be Peking Opera performances every Wednesday to Saturday from 19:30 to 20:30. Performances are suspended on Sundays and Tuesdays. From July to August and on legal holidays, there will be Peking Opera performances every night from 19:30 to 20:30. Performances are suspended for one day on New Year’s Eve!
- Convenience: There is no need to go to the ticket office personally. You can buy tickets through your mobile phone or computer anytime and anywhere, saving both time and energy
- Online discount: It is much cheaper than purchasing tickets at the ticket office
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.