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15 Opera Performances in China Worth Booking

28 shows  ·  from $18 a seat

The 15 best opera performances in China you can book tonight, with what a seat costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Shu Feng Yan Yun Evening Show Ticket - What happens during the 90-minute show
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Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Shu Feng Yan Yun Evening Show Ticket

1.Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Shu Feng Yan Yun Evening Show Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 185 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $31Our pick

At Shufeng Yayun Teahouse in Chengdu Culture Park, you’ll watch a 90-minute Sichuan Opera show with bian lian face-changing, stick puppets, music, and comic drama. Tea is included, while selected tickets add snacks, hotel pickup, ear cleaning, massage, or a simple opera costume experience.

“Great help from the tour operator. Everything was perfect. The show was amazing even for english speaking people 10/10, reconmended!”

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Chengdu Sichuan Opera Show Ticket - Shu Feng Ya Yun - Arriving for the 8:00 p.m. performance
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Chengdu Sichuan Opera Show Ticket – Shu Feng Ya Yun

2.Chengdu Sichuan Opera Show Ticket – Shu Feng Ya Yun

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 73 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $28

At Chengdu’s Shu Feng Ya Yun, you’ll watch a 90-minute evening program of Sichuan opera and Western Sichuan folk arts, including the famous face-changing act. Tea and snacks are included, while optional costume dressing, ear cleaning, back massage, or a theater souvenir add local flavor.

“Very nice way to experience the local culture. There is free tea that is served and also the opportunity to order some local desserts. Great atmosphere, strongly recommended if you visit Chengdu.”

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Sichuan Culture Opera Show in Chengdu - Arriving at Shufeng Yayun Teahouse in Chengdu Culture Park
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Sichuan Culture Opera Show in Chengdu

3.Sichuan Culture Opera Show in Chengdu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 69 reviews · from $30

Spend 90 minutes at Shufeng Yayun Teahouse watching Sichuan Opera highlights including face changing, fire spitting, shadow puppetry, folk music, dance, and acrobatics. Your ticket includes jasmine tea, while optional upgrades add front seating, snacks, massage, ear grooming, or costume photos.

“So many different talents presented at this show, and some truly skilled veteran performers from opera singers to musicians to acrobats. The mask-changing was amazing! We paid extra for the VIP experience and I'm not sure it was quite worth how much more expensive it was, but we definitely loved getting seats right up front -- great for photos!”

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Beijing: Traditional Cultural Show Peking Opera Tickets - Your arrival at Jianguo Hotel Qianmen
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Beijing: Traditional Cultural Show Peking Opera Tickets

4.Beijing: Traditional Cultural Show Peking Opera Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 66 reviews · 1 - 2.5 hours · from $28

You’ll watch a one-hour Peking Opera performance at Beijing’s Liyuan Theatre, inside Jianguo Hotel Qianmen. Arrive early to see actors apply makeup and change costumes, then follow the English subtitles while enjoying a close view of traditional singing, movement, and storytelling.

“Pas indispensable ! Le spectacle est long, scènes répétitives, pas de rythme, chant faux .. Malheureusement nous n’avons apprécié Le théâtre se trouve dans un hôtel pour info”

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Liyuan Theatre Beijing Opera Show Tickets - Before the 19:30 performance
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Liyuan Theatre Beijing Opera Show Tickets

5.Liyuan Theatre Beijing Opera Show Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 60 reviews · 1 hour · from $39

Meet staff at Qianmen Jianguo Hotel 30 minutes before the 19:30 show, then watch one hour of Beijing Opera at Liyuan Theatre. You may see performers prepare their make-up, follow the action with English subtitles, and choose seating with tea and snacks included.

“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…”

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Beijing LiYuan Theatre VIP Seats Opera Show with Private Transfer Service

6.Beijing LiYuan Theatre VIP Seats Opera Show with Private Transfer Service

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $80Top rated

Spend an evening at Beijing’s Liyuan Theatre with VIP seating, private hotel pickup, and return transport. The roughly hour-long show presents short Peking Opera scenes with acrobatics, costumes, makeup, music, and fighting. Guide Cathy may explain the acts and help secure a good view.

“An all round good experience. Most memorabile part was the Story of general Ma: Amazing costumes and great fighting scenes. The VIP transfer was enjoyable, the guide friendly and gave some facts about the wonderful Peking Opera.”

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Chengdu Sichuan Opera Show Ticket - Shu Feng Ya Yun - Arriving for the 8:00 p.m. performance
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Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Show Ticket – Shu Feng Ya Yun

7.Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Show Ticket – Shu Feng Ya Yun

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 30 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $26

At Shu Feng Ya Yun Teahouse in Chengdu, Ayen’s Panda Travel arranges a 90-minute Sichuan Opera performance with tea, snacks, face changing, fire-spitting, and shadow play. Choose VIP, Premium, or Standard seating, then select one extra such as ear cleaning, a shoulder massage, dessert, or a panda souvenir.

“lo spettacolo è molto bello, soprattutto il gioco di ombre e il cambio volto. abbiamo scelto come omaggio incluso la pulizia delle orecchie e il souvenir che è una graziosa borsa con il panda. consigliato :))”

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Liyuan Theatre Peking Opera Ticket - Arriving at Liyuan Theatre inside the hotel
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Liyuan Theatre Peking Opera Ticket

8.Liyuan Theatre Peking Opera Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 1 hour · from $29

Spend 60 minutes at Liyuan Theatre inside Qianmen Jianguo Hotel, watching classic Peking Opera scenes such as The Crossroads and Farewell My Concubine. You receive the theatre booking number by WhatsApp on the day of the show. Optional transfer is available, while standard seats are in rows 19 to 22.

“A great opportunity to experience unique Chinese culture. Very colourful, unique, and entertaining. Definitely recommended if you visit Beijing. Li was very nice and helpful providing all guidance on the venue and travel routes. Thank you!”

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Chengdu Sichuan Opera Evening Show Ticket-Shu Feng Yan Yun - What happens during the 90-minute program
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Chengdu Sichuan Opera Evening Show Ticket-Shu Feng Yan Yun

9.Chengdu Sichuan Opera Evening Show Ticket-Shu Feng Yan Yun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $27

Spend about 90 minutes at Shu Feng Ya Yun in Chengdu’s Culture Park for Sichuan opera, face-changing, fire breathing, music, comedy, tea, and traditional extras. Advance tickets secure your seat. Optional hotel pickup uses a Chinese-speaking driver with a translation app.

“Arrive early for any of the promos or souvenirs. Download Alipay/Wechat pay to order extra food or drink (besides the bottomless tea/sunflower seeds available). The location of the ticket place / and performance aren’t obvious - get the toRead more”

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Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Show ShufengYayun & Covered Bowl Tea - Finding the old theater on Qintai Road
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Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Show ShufengYayun & Covered Bowl Tea

10.Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Show ShufengYayun & Covered Bowl Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 14 reviews · 1h 20m · from $34

Spend 80 minutes at Shufeng Yayun, a traditional pear garden near Qingyang Palace, watching Sichuan opera, puppets, shadow play, rolling lights, face-changing, and fire breathing. Your ticket includes covered bowl tea, with seating-area perks such as a massage, dessert, souvenir, or costume try-on.

“super spectacle avec plusieurs parties variées et très bien réalisé, incroyable. et en bonus un massage (quant au billet, super facile à récupérer)”

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Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera Ticket - The 90-minute program: opera, masks, and hand shadows
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Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera Ticket

11.Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $39

Spend 90 minutes at Chengdu’s Shu Feng Ya Yun Theatre for Sichuan opera, Bian Lian face-changing, hand shadows, costumes, singing, and tea. An English-speaking ticket escort such as Daisy or Lily meets you at the entrance, helps you find your seats, and can arrange hotel pickup when you book.

“Great show showcasing the various Sichuan performance genres including opera, hand shadows, face-changing etc. a local guide (Daisy) met us at the theater with tickets and bottles of water. Daisy accompanied us to our seats and made sure our needs were met prior to the show.”

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Beijing: Must-See Peking Opera at Liyuan Theatre Ticket - The Makeup and Costume Preparation
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Beijing: Must-See Peking Opera at Liyuan Theatre Ticket

12.Beijing: Must-See Peking Opera at Liyuan Theatre Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 9 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $37

Spend about an hour at Liyuan Theatre watching classic Peking Opera performed by the China National Peking Opera Company. Expect painted faces, elaborate costumes, singing, movement, and traditional stories. Choose your seat, add Beijing Roast Duck or a vegetarian dinner, and read the English program notes.

“interessatante ne vale la pena se vuoi immergerti a 360 gradi nella cultura cinese”

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Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Face-Changing and Acrobatics Show - Arriving at Shufeng Yayun near Qingyang Palace
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Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Face-Changing and Acrobatics Show

13.Chengdu: Sichuan Opera Face-Changing and Acrobatics Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $32

Spend an evening at Chengdu Shufeng Yayun, where an 8 p.m. Sichuan Opera program combines traditional drama, acrobatics, and the famous face-changing act. Your ticket includes gaiwan tea, melon seeds, and one choice of massage, ear cleaning, dessert, or a cultural souvenir. Costume, makeup, and photos are available.

“everything was perfect and the show was amazing! super consigliato!”

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Chengdu: Liyuan Theater Sichuan Opera Face-Changing Show - Inside Liyuan Theater’s tea-house atmosphere
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Chengdu: Liyuan Theater Sichuan Opera Face-Changing Show

14.Chengdu: Liyuan Theater Sichuan Opera Face-Changing Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 1 day · from $19

At Chengdu’s Liyuan Theater, you’ll watch a 70-minute Sichuan opera packed with face-changing, fire-breathing, puppet theater, shadow hand arts, spinning tops, and kung-fu tea. Bring your passport, arrive early for seat choice, and confirm booking details by email or WhatsApp before going.

“Amazing show in an intimate venue! We were the only foreigners there. Must see in Chengdu!!”

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Skip the Line: Sichuan Opera Chengdu Ticket - What happens during the two-hour performance
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Skip the Line: Sichuan Opera Chengdu Ticket

15.Skip the Line: Sichuan Opera Chengdu Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · from $25

Book an 8 pm Sichuan Opera performance in central Chengdu and watch singers, acrobats, martial artists, musicians, shadow performers, and face-changing artists. Your ticket includes a guaranteed seat and all fees, while transport and optional food cost extra. English subtitles appear on large screens.

“Definetly a recommendation! A cool and interesting experience. They also have english subtiles on big screens which makes it easier to understand if you dont speak Chinese”

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