Beijing · PEKING OPERA EVENINGS
Painted faces, percussion and a vocal style that takes some getting used to. These 14 evenings are mostly shortened programmes with surtitles and tea service, and they differ on length, seating and how much explanation you get first.
Peking Opera at Liyuan Theatre in Beijing with English subtitles and a visual guide. Arrive early for makeup, 7:30 PM.
“The music was very very loud. But the story was nice and the fact that we could take pictures and have snacks inside.”
See Beijing Opera at Liyuan Theatre in Qianmen, watch makeup prep, enjoy subtitles, and choose seating zones with optional snacks and tea.
“I must say this activity is not for everyone, and if you not into old Chinese movies that have some degree of musical or theatrical you won’t understand/enjoy this piece. I loved it as the actors were amazing and demonstrated some kung fu style opera which was great and the story was easily understood with subtitles on the side screens. ( can we commend the actors from me please as they were great and I want them to know this old culture is getting lost not only in China but all countries and I want them to know to carry on the great work). Simply amazing if you like all…”
VIP seats at Beijing’s Liyuan Theatre for Peking Opera, with door-to-door private transfers, e-tickets, and complimentary snacks and tea.
“This was such an amazing experience! Our driver was on time to pick us up and I was constantly in communication with the provider of the service. When we arrived, we had a variety of snacks and drinks to choose from. As for the performaRead more”
Liyuan Theatre in Beijing stages a 60-minute Peking Opera at 7:30 pm. Prebook, use your WhatsApp reference for paper tickets.
“Très bonne information préalable pour se rendre au théâtre. Merci à Li”
Watch classic Peking Opera at Beijing’s Liyuan Theatre with English PDF notes, flexible seating, and optional roast duck dinner.
“interessatante ne vale la pena se vuoi immergerti a 360 gradi nella cultura cinese”
Book Beijing Liyuan Theater Peking Opera tickets with English translations, watch makeup prep, and choose upstairs or downstairs seats, from $30.
“This is something different to go and see on your trip to Beijing, as westerners we didn't understand the premise of all of the stories told but the acrobatics were very good.”
Enjoy a Beijing Peking opera night with hotel pickup, English-speaking guide, and round-trip private transfer for the 19:30 show.
“What a wonderful evening! The show was breathtaking, I had a front row seat and was able to sit back and enjoy the wonderful Peking Opera performance, it was an extraordinary evening. The driver was very punctual, professional and friendly. I would recommend to anyone, everything was perfect!”
Watch Peking Opera at Beijing’s Liyuan Theater with English translations, chance to see face makeup, and a smooth 7:30 pm start.
“Opera is not for everyone. I am glad that I was there and I loved it . The singing, dancing, martial arts, music and performance ，I thought it was beautiful and fabulous. It is an easy way to know the Chinese culture. Surprisingly, there was English subtile which helped me a lot.”
Catch Peking Opera at Liyuan Theatre in Beijing, a one-hour show with English subtitles near Qianmen, from $39.
“Very nice cultural experience. English subtitles give a good idea of the plot and costumes are Beautiful. The activity provider ms. Li was extremely helpful: all the details were meticulously provided ahead of time so we didn’t have any proRead more”
Watch classic Beijing Opera at Liyuan Theater. Pick up tickets at Qianmen Jianguo Hotel, enjoy snacks and tea, and enjoy live music.
“May is a talented guide which lead us effectively through the Summer Palace and The Great Wall. She was very knowledgeable about the history and culture of the places we visited and we had a very good time together.”
Private evening tour in Beijing with hotel pickup, Nanluoguxiang hutong, Shichahai lakeside stroll, Peking duck dinner, and Peking Opera.
Watch Peking Opera at Chang'an Grand Theatre in Beijing with round-trip hotel transfers and included tickets, all for about 1.5 hours.
“Great experience while visiting Beijing. Well organized tour. The pick up/drop off from hotel and tickets were very smooth.”
Private pickup, English-speaking driver, and Peking opera at Meilanfang Theatre, with a smooth 2-hour show plus hotel drop-off.
“Assistir espetáculo na primeira fileira, chegada antecipada, depois da apresentação guia me levou até hotel”
Book Beijing Opera tickets at Liyuan Theatre. Arrive early for makeup and costume changes, use English letters, and enjoy a 1-hour show for $27.
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