Shaanxi Grand Opera House in Xian

Why is Shaanxi Grand Opera House so Special?

1. Established in 1998, the Shaanxi Grand Opera House is a comprehensive theater restaurant, providing a permanent stage for the Shaanxi Provincial Song & Dance Troupe and offering traditional Chinese food. 
2. Nowadays, the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show is treasured as a national art. Attending such an exciting recreation of the cultural beauty of the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907) will introduce you to an amazing world, and you are sure to marvel at the feeling of being taken back to the days of the Tang.

Brief Introduction of  Shaanxi Grand Opera House

Also known as the Tang Palace Dance Show, this is cheaper and less flashy than other dinner-dance shows in town. Wenyi Lu starts south of the city walls. You can get a better price by buying your ticket through a reputable hostel or hotel.

Established in 1998, the Shaanxi Grand Opera House is a comprehensive theater restaurant, providing a permanent stage for the Shaanxi Provincial Song & Dance Troupe and offering traditional Chinese food. Every day the artists perform the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show on the spectacular stage. Having accommodation for 700 customers, the Shaanxi Grand Opera House provides you excellent services and enjoyment. Nowadays, the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show is treasured as a national art. Attending such an exciting recreation of the cultural beauty of the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907) will introduce you to an amazing world, and you are sure to marvel at the feeling of being taken back to the days of the Tang.

History & Background

With the Northwest Art Performance Group established in 1940 as its predecessor, Shaanxi Grand Opera House officially became a theater in 1963, got its present name in 1998, and was included in the Shaanxi Performing Arts Group Co. Ltd. in 2009. During its long history and development, the theater has reserved a professional performing team and a large number of excellent programs, including operas, dance dramas, vocal and instrumental music works.

Main Shows

Among all the programs in Shaanxi Grand Opera House, the Tang Dynasty Music and Dance Show is the most attractive and popular since its debut in 1983. The show reproduces the magnificent scenes of the prosperous Tang Dynasty, delighting the audience with fascinating ancient imperial court music and dance. The programs have been delicately designed by many Tang history experts, scholars and artists. The whole performance inherits the original song and dance of the Tang Dynasty, and fully shows the charm of traditional Chinese culture.

The major programs in Shaanxi Grand Opera House include the Huaqing Palace, White Ramie Cloth Costume Dance, Zither Solo 'Pilgrim Feas', Rainbow Skirt and the Feathered Coat Dance, Battling Dance of the King of Qin, Oriole Singing in Spring, Ta Ge Dance, Mask Dance, Qiuci Dance, Suona Solo 'Jujube Harvest', Maoyuan Drum Dance, Drum Music 'Quarreling Ducks' and 'Tiger Grinding Teeth', and Great Tang Ritual Dance.

Another popular Tang Dynasty Show performed by the Shaanxi Dancing Troupe. Hosted at Shaanxi Grand Opera House in the center of Xi'an. Dumpling banquet or tang palace meal is served at the theatre hall together with beautiful performance is guaranteed to satisfy all senses.

How to get to Shaanxi Grand Opera House

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Independent Traveler

• By bus:
  Take Bus 14, 23, 40, 208, 216, 221, 222, 258, 309, 402, 512, 619, 710, 800, or 910, and get off at Wenchangmen (Wenchang Gate) Stop.
• By metro:
  Take metro line 2 to Yongningmen, and leave from the station from Exit D2. Walk east along Renyi Rd for 5 minutes, and then turn north to walk along North Wenyi Rd for 50 meters (55 yards).

Useful Travel Tips

1. Avoid visiting during school holidays and Golden Week in October as there will be large numbers of local tourists.
2. Tel: +86 29 8785 3294
3. Price:
   CNY 238: Tang Music and Dance Show
   CNY 150: Dumpling Dinner
   CNY 150: Local Specialty Banquet
   CNY 438: Luxurious Tang Palace Dinner
   CNY 418: Standard Tang Palace Dinner
   CNY 338: Tang Music and Dance Show + Dumpling Dinner
   CNY 338: Tang Music and Dance Show + Local Specialty
   * The Show is free for children under 1 meters ( 3.3 feet), and half the price for chindren from 1 to 1.2 meters (3.9 feet).

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Edited by Bella Ren/任新月