Zhengyici Peking Opera Theatre
39°53′51″N 116°22′47″E / 39.897404°N 116.379847°E
The Zhengyici Peking Opera Theatre (
History
The theatre was built in 1688, during the reign of the Kangxi Emperor of the Qing dynasty. It was built on the ruin site of a Buddhist temple. It has a rich history that includes performances by the grandmaster of Peking Opera, Mei Lanfang.
After the Cultural Revolution, the theatre fell into disrepair. However, in 1995 a local businessman sponsored a full restoration. The theatre now continues to perform Beijing Opera. It is considered a living relic and one of Beijing's finest monuments.
In August 2005, the theatre was temporarily closed for building work. As of October 2010, the theatre was all set to reopen, with the premiere of
On June 10, 2012, the theatre played host to American comedian
Notes
- Xuanwu Districtgovernment.
External links
- Website of photographs of Zheng Yici Peking Opera Theatre (including Peking Opera music and a link to a map of its location)
- Zhengyici Xilou[permanent dead link], The New York Times.
- Documentary film by Gyora GAL GLUPCZYNSKI on Youtube