What to do and see in China, China: The Best Operas

January 15, 2022 Velvet Champine

China, officially the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a unitary sovereign state in East Asia and the world's most populous country, with a population of around 1.404 billion. Covering approximately 9,600,000 square kilometers (3,700,000 sq mi), it is the third- or fourth-largest country by total area, depending on the source consulted. China also has the most neighbor countries in the world. Governed by the Communist Party of China, it exercises jurisdiction over 22 provinces, five autonomous regions, four direct-controlled municipalities (Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai, and Chongqing), and the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau.
Restaurants in China

1. Shaanxi Youth Folk Arts Club

2/F, No.10 Baishulin, Beilin District, Xi'an China
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Shaanxi Youth Folk Arts Club

2. China Opera House

No.23 Qintai Road, Chengdu China +86 28 8776 4530 http://www.cdsfyy.com
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

China Opera House

3. Shanghai Bund Musical

No.1700 Beijing West Road, Jing'an District JDF Yunfeng Theater, Shanghai 200040 China +86 21 6210 8375 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Shanghai Bund Musical

Set in legendary 1930s, the heyday of then-so-called “The Paris of the East”, when western adventurers rushed to Shanghai, Shanghai-Bund Musical highlights the restoration of the cultural symbols of the bygone days of the city, such as renowned elegant dress style, men wearing stylish silk hats, suspenders, suits and ties, women in Qipaos, gloves and high heels.

4. Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera

Qintai Road, Chengdu 610072 China +86 28 8611 1025 [email protected] http://www.shufengyayun.com/
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4.5 based on 197 reviews

Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera

Reviewed By julieo63 - Pokolbin, Australia

My girlfriend & I attended the Shufengyayun Theatre Opera after a long day of sightseeing. Our VIP tickets were organised by our guide Daniel from “Tours by Locals” and we had front row seats, amazing. We had enough time to both have a quick shoulder massage before the show began. The show was in many parts and included -traditional music & singing, acrobats, shadow play, puppet play, face & costume changing and two skits, one of which I couldn’t understand. I loved the second skit even though I couldn’t understand it. We had Chinese tea which wasn’t to my taste and some snacks were on a table between us. The show went from 8-9:30. It was an enjoyable experience and I would highly recommend the VIP package.

5. Oriental Art Center

No.425 Dingxiang Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 200120 China +86 21 6854 1234 http://en.shoac.com.cn
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Oriental Art Center

Reviewed By 17-Nia

Joined the musical shows of my Shanghai Theater academy's musical theater colleagues, whose talent matches the venue quite beautifully! This is one of the most stunning buildings in all of Shanghai. Visited prior to September 2017 (please Trip Advisor team: allow the "date visited" section wider time frames)

6. Tian Han Grand Theater

No.347 Laodong West Road, Tianxin District, Changsha 410015 China +86 731 8513 4813
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Tian Han Grand Theater

7. Opera House Chengdu

Qingai Street, Chengdu China +86 173 6014 1905 [email protected] http://holdpanda.com/attractions/opera-house-chengdu/
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4.5 based on 119 reviews

Opera House Chengdu

Reviewed By GinaJ312 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

We saw the show back in May. This is a traditional Sichuan show which as others have correctly noted is more of a variety show and not what those of west might expect of by way of an "opera". This is a traditional opera show with face changer, hand shadow, Chinese opera, music etc. We got vip tickets and had the neck massage beforehand but you can also get your ears cleaned which is fun to do when in Chengdu. The hand shadow performer was absolutely breathtaking and the opera singers were also amazing. We have such respect from the Opera singers and the costumes after getting dressed up ourselves. Cannot fault the staff who were totally excellent and helpful and offered a table service of green tea and snacks. Well worth a visit and we would happily watch the show again next time we are in Chengdu as it is such a fun thing to see.

8. Tianqiao Performing Arts Centre

Tianqiao South Street, Xicheng District Opposite Natural History Museum, Beijing China http://www.tartscenter.com/
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Tianqiao Performing Arts Centre

9. Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre

No.159 Baiyin Road, Jiading District, Shanghai China
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre

10. Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon Cultural District

88 Austin Road West, Hong Kong China +852 2200 0022 [email protected] http://www.westkowloon.hk/en/xiqu-centre
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon Cultural District

Reviewed By Anteater222222 - London, United Kingdom

They run a “tasting menu” mix and match performance in 2 hours in “Tea House”. It’s ideal for those who are curious about Chinese Opera but do not want to commit to a long stuffy performance in traditional theatre setting. Their subtitles are very good, I can easily totally follow the opera. They give a short introduction of music origin and musical instruments too! It’s a delightful place, their pricing is reasonable

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