We were seated in the middle of the first row, and the experience was quite impressive. There were interactive elements like the long-spouted teapot kung fu tea ceremony and Sichuan opera face-changing performance, creating a great atmosphere. There were international guests present, and the host was very beautiful, bilingual, and quite professional 😂. Before going, we did some research; Wenshu Monastery has several smaller venues, but we ultimately chose this one, and it was well worth the trip. For those planning to watch, arrive 30 minutes early, as it gets quite crowded, so remember to arrive early to secure a good seat 🤭.
During the Qing Dynasty, a new term emerged in the history of Chinese opera: the Pear Garden Guild. Chinese opera has long been nicknamed "Pear Garden," and its performers are called "Pear Garden Disciples." Originally, the Pear Garden Guild served as both a trade union and spiritual home for opera artists. Over time, Chinese opera evolved into a gem of traditional Chinese art and one of the most significant forms of folk culture. With its diverse and fascinating genres, this performance art combines singing, dancing, dialogue, acrobatics, and martial arts—integrating "singing, acting, recitation, and combat" into a unique theatrical form that stands out in world theater history.
Liyuan Guild Hall, co-founded by renowned Sichuan Opera dan role performer Hu Xuemei and private entrepreneur Liao Xiaojian (a former Sichuan Opera actor), is located in Chengdu's central leisure and tourism district, Wenshu Fang. Originating after the 2008 Wenchuan Earthquake, the guild hall spontaneously organized "public benefit performances" to entertain opera enthusiasts, becoming a spiritual pillar for countless fans during that special period. It upholds the principle: "Live for oneself, perform for the audience."
Today's Liyuan Guild Hall is not only the "Sichuan Opera Practice Base" of China's national intangible cultural heritage, but also collaborates with the Chengdu Charity Federation to establish a public welfare fund for the inheritance of Sichuan Opera, contributing to the preservation of this cultural heritage. It pioneered the "Parent-Child Special Session of Intangible Cultural Heritage Sichuan Opera," attracting numerous families to experience and learn about Sichuan Opera.
Pear Garden Guildhall specializes in Sichuan Opera, promoting the reputation of "Shu Opera Showcasing the World." Here, you can go behind the scenes, interact closely with artists, and enjoy a variety of Sichuan Opera performances, including face-changing, fire-spitting, rolling lamps, kung fu tea art, puppet shows, shadow plays, and more, immersing yourself in the charm of traditional culture.
Pear Garden Guildhall brings together friends through cultural exchange, gathering renowned opera masters and performers from across China. While offering authentic Sichuan opera culture to visitors in Sichuan, it also creates special performances of classic operas from various regions and showcases extraordinary folk art performances.
Liyuan Guild Hall aims high, where you can enjoy opera performances, savor tea, and taste local delicacies. If you're an opera enthusiast, you can dress up as a star performer here and experience the saying "one minute on stage takes ten years of practice off stage." If you come for the passion, welcome to join the "Liyuan disciples" as we collectively preserve and promote Chinese opera culture.












We were seated in the middle of the first row, and the experience was quite impressive. There were interactive elements like the long-spouted teapot kung fu tea ceremony and Sichuan opera face-changing performance, creating a great atmosphere. There were international guests present, and the host was very beautiful, bilingual, and quite professional 😂. Before going, we did some research; Wenshu Monastery has several smaller venues, but we ultimately chose this one, and it was well worth the trip. For those planning to watch, arrive 30 minutes early, as it gets quite crowded, so remember to arrive early to secure a good seat 🤭.
Great show. The actor/actresses put on a fantastic and entertaining show for us. We chose the VIP seats and got the front row which is excellent for taking photos. Highly recommended.
A fantastic show, rich in content and high quality. The first six rows are VIP, with a higher ticket price and snacks and tea included. The eighth row is excellent, elevated above the front, allowing for a comfortable view of the show. There's also a small table nearby for bringing your own refreshments, making it a great value. It's convenient to come directly to the face-changing show after visiting Wenshu Monastery. There's a wide selection of show times, making it a great value.
Located in Beijing Hufang Bridge, the Liyuan Assembly Hall is a landmark building of Beijing Opera culture. In the Zhuqi gate, the century-old stage is precipitated by the afterglow of Mei Lanfang and other masters, and the carved beams and paintings still echoed between the buildings. Today, it has a museum and theater function. The costumes and heads of the exhibition are exquisite. The weekend performances of the folding operas make tourists feel the charm of the country intuitively. Although the commercialization is slightly strong, it is still worth a visit as the first class to experience the culture of Peking Opera. It is recommended to explain the visit with explanation, so that you can read the pear garden behind each cultural relics in spring and autumn.
I experienced the teahouse culture in Chengdu. It was very relaxing. The teahouse was easy to find. It was near Wenshu Monastery. We had to take a taxi from the hotel and it only took a few minutes. Snacks and tea were sold separately at a reasonable price. The performance lasted for an hour or so. There were face-changing, tea art, bowl-balancing, etc. The fire-breathing show we watched was OK. It was sprayed several times. There were also five or six face-changing performers. They would also come down to the stage to shake hands with the audience. It was quite relaxing.
The environment is very good, spacious, bright and spacious. The show is wonderful and the costumes are exquisite. At the beginning, the female warrior appeared with a vigorous posture and gorgeous costumes. She held the flower gun and made flexible and varied movements. She was skilled in using the gun and was dazzling. The various animals created by the hand shadow inheritors were lifelike and vivid. The final face-changing brought the show to a climax, using fast techniques to present different facial makeups, bringing a shocking visual enjoyment to the audience.
[Scenery] It's easy to find inside the Wenshuyuan scenic area, on the second floor [Fun] It's so good! This Sichuan opera performance has been performing all the time, without those mother-in-law's rhetoric, all of them are real skills, especially the Pi Jin rolling lantern. Teacher Pi Jin is very good, and he can do splits and splits, which is really wonderful. Not to mention the face changing and fire breathing, it's very exciting [Value for money] The value for money is still very high. A cup of covered tea is 10 yuan, but we brought milk tea from outside and we also bought peach cakes to eat.
I came to the Liyuan Hall Intangible Cultural Heritage Sichuan Opera Face Changing (Wenshuyuan Branch) on October 31st. The actors' acting skills are really good. They truly reflect this traditional Chinese culture, clown show and face changing. If friends have the opportunity to go to Chengdu, it is worth watching