[2025 Beijing ] Travel Guide for National Center for the Performing Arts (Updated Jan)

Mindblowing views of National Centre for the Performing Arts. I did not have any plan to see this place. Even nobody recommended me to visit this place. Fortunately, I saw this place and I was amazed. I visited it at the evening. It was dazzling with different colours. #givethanks #givethanks

NCPA - An oustanding architecture of Beijing, China. The full name is National Centre for the Performing Arts. It presents you fabulous performance, workshops, visual arts, videos and films. You can explore your arts adventure at one of the largest performing arts centre in the world. #givethanks #givethanks

One of the great moments of my Beijing trip was to see the beauty of National Centre for the Performing Arts at the evening. It is also known as NCPA in short form. This egg shaped building is a sign of great modern architecture in China.

📍Address: No. 2, West Chang'an Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 🚗Transportation: Tian'anmen West Station (Exit C), Subway Line 1 👍️Must-see attraction: The National Centre for the Performing Arts is a landmark building and one of the new "16 Views of Beijing." Recommended photography spots: 1️⃣The elevator on the second floor, picture 7, uses the angle between the glass curtain wall, metal structure, and solid wall to create a sense of space. 2️⃣Next to the glass curtain wall, picture 9, the outline of the tall buildings in Tian'anmen Square in the distance, the metal frame, and the water outside the glass create a good sense of character prominence. 3️⃣The large screen on the west side of the second floor, pictures 2, 3, 4, and 5, the ever-changing screen images, and the same location can create different feelings, with the most cinematic feel. 4️⃣The stairs behind the news screening room on the third floor, picture 6, have the most beautiful curves and the most artistic style. 🎟️Tickets: Follow the official WeChat account "National Centre for the Performing Arts" to book weekend concerts for CNY 40 or various afternoon lectures, and you can visit the National Centre for the Performing Arts for free.

🏯 Located on the west side of the Great Hall of the People, the National Centre for the Performing Arts is famous for its avant-garde and unique shape, which looks like an "alien" on the solemn and heavy Chang'an Avenue. ⛲️ The exterior of the theater is semi-elliptical, exuding a metallic luster with a great texture, like a pearl on the water against the artificial lake. 🌐 The internal steel frame structure is like intersecting geometric lines extending to the dome, presenting a magnificent momentum and a different tension. ⚓️ If you look closely, the silver steel frames are arranged in an orderly manner, enhancing the sense of depth of space while creating an infinitely extended visual effect. 🗿 There are many exquisite artworks in the hall, and the unique shape is eye-catching, adding a touch of sacredness to the quiet and spacious hall. 🎈 If you observe carefully inside the building, you can also see a lot of "Easter eggs". 🔼 Upwards, the borderless elevator design creates a sense of technology, as if traveling through time and space. 🔽 Downwards, the texture of the ground and the texture of the building in the distance create a quiet sense of space beauty. 🔱 The sunken square leading to the small theater is probably the most dreamy place in the theater. Looking down from a high place, the straight elevator is suspended in the arc structure, showing the beauty of symmetry. 🇨🇳 The National Centre for the Performing Arts was built at the beginning of the decade of China's economic take-off. It represents the end of an era and the beginning of another era, symbolizing the country's growing prosperity.

On the way to catch a ride, I was captivated by this building, It's so eye-catching! 360 degrees with no blind spots! Absolutely stunning! Surrounded by water on all sides, You can see the reflection of the building from every angle. Strolling here on an autumn evening, It's really pleasant. I highly recommend checking out the night view of the theatre, and I also hope to visit in winter, to see how beautiful this building looks in the snow.

🩸The National Centre for the Performing Arts is not only a temptation of music and dance, but also a hall of ever-changing shooting angles, 👁️ and various tasteful special exhibitions and space decoration updates from time to time. For this reason, I always try to arrive as early as possible, and take advantage of the time before the performance to filter through every corner of the theater again and again. 🕵️ ♻️This time, I took a closer look at the three-story Art Center of the National Centre for the Performing Arts, the history of the theater, the Chinese and foreign plays that have been performed, and the famous artists from all over the world who have performed here. 👏The immersive VR experience and the pleasant listening with headphones or sensors are absolutely modern and full of design. ☕️You can also sit in the bar on the second floor, enjoy coffee and watch the warm-up performance. The melodious music is a welcome ceremony carefully presented by the theater for the audience, which always gives you a different mood at this moment. ❣️

Someone who doesn't understand opera has a special feeling for Peking opera. In the days without TV or the Internet, listening to opera was the most popular pastime for ordinary people, and it is also a childhood memory of mine. Even now, when I think of Peking opera, a picture always comes to my mind: an old man sitting in a recliner listening to opera, humming and swaying his body, completely immersed in the opera. The "Mei Yun Ni Shang" Mei Lanfang and Mei Baojiu Opera Costume Exhibition is like reliving the heyday of this national treasure. Accompanied by the melodious and clear Mei-style singing, you can open Mr. Mei Lanfang's classic plays, learn about the stories behind each opera costume, and explore the history contained in each headdress. The exhibition is held to commemorate the 130th anniversary of Mei Lanfang's birth and the 90th anniversary of Mei Baojiu's birth. With nine representative Mei-style plays as clues, the exhibition displays the exquisite costumes and headdresses worn by the two artists, many of which were personally designed by Mr. Mei Lanfang. By exploring the artistic collision in the creative process, the exhibition shows the Peking opera master's rigor in artistic creation and his endless pursuit of beauty. 🔸Highlights: "Peony Pavilion" blue satin printed bat copper coin female cape, court handcraft. "Farewell My Concubine" Yu Ji sword dance costume, complex and layered patterns. "Luoshen" Luoshen fairy meeting costume, a representative of "Mei-style ancient costume" created by Mr. Mei. "Xi Shi" snow blue satin embroidered banana crane female cape, innovative craftsmanship. "Drunken Beauty" red satin embroidered flying bird and flower palace costume, extremely gorgeous. "Taizhen Waizhuan" white gauze cloud pattern Yuzhen costume, very fairy-like. "Mu Guiying Takes Command" red satin embroidered phoenix female armor, heroic. 🔸Interactive experience: Try on opera costumes and pose for photos on site. 📍Exhibition location: National Centre for the Performing Arts Art Museum (East Hall) 📆Exhibition time: October 23, 2024–November 20, 2024 🕑Visiting time: Tuesday–Sunday 9:00–17:00, ticket inspection stops at 16:30, closed on Monday. 🎫Ticket purchase: You can make a reservation and purchase a ticket to visit the National Centre for the Performing Arts through the WeChat public account, priced at CNY 30. 🌟Visiting tips: 1. Security check is required to enter the National Centre for the Performing Arts, and no water or food is allowed. Free water dispensers are available inside the theater. 2. After the exhibition, you can collect custom stamps at the cultural and creative store.

The NCPA is a landmark building and one of the "New 16 Scenic Spots in Beijing". It is an important cultural facility built by the state. It is located to the west of the Great Hall of the People and consists of the main building, underwater corridors on the north and south sides, an underground parking lot, an artificial lake, and green spaces. Navigation: Search for the NCPA underground parking lot🅿️ Ticket price: CNY 30 (discounts available on different apps) The NCPA is a great place to take photos. After parking, take the elevator to B1. Here are some photo spots at the NCPA. ●First floor lobby: There are sculptures with open mouths on the first floor. The floor has a symmetrical structure with reflections. It can be crowded on weekends. There are two sides where you can take photos of the reflections. Choose the side with fewer people. ●Sunken square: Take photos from the first floor downwards. The sunken square is very symmetrical and beautiful. Take the elevator to B1 and take photos from the bottom upwards. However, I was asked to leave by the staff after taking one photo. ●Intersecting elevators: The elevator area on the second and third floors. The photographer stands on the stairs and takes photos of the elevator. The symmetrical elevator gives a sense of time travel. ●Next to the stairs on the third floor: Go up to the third floor. You can see the sunken square on one side and take photos downwards. The glass and reflections form a crescent shape. People passing by here all seem to have a story. ●Art gallery east exhibition hall The "Faces of the Times" exhibition of Western figures spanning five centuries. You can see the works in art books. After taking photos inside, you can go outside and take photos of the surroundings. The scenery outside is also good. Bring a small mirror to take photos of the reflection of the overall outline of the theater.

|No way, this is too easy to shoot. 🌈The National Centre for the Performing Arts is definitely a leader in architectural aesthetics. Not only are the programs top-notch, but the theatre itself is also quite worth visiting. Just a casual shot can give you a blockbuster feel❗️ 💞Tested photo spots: ✅On the west side of the first-floor lobby near the café, there is a sculpture of a crowd looking up with their mouths open as if singing. The wide-angle effect is great. ✅In the middle of the stairs on the second and third floors, shoot the intersecting elevators with a red background for a great feel. ✅Walk to the sunken plaza at the southernmost part of the theatre and shoot the symmetrical stairs. Standing in the middle of the elevator, the overhead shot is the best. ✅Next to the glass on the first floor of the theatre, there are more people at the north gate, so it is recommended to go to the south side near the garden where there are fewer people. ✅There is also a hidden check-in spot in the outdoor garden on the south side. This requires one person to be on the viewing platform inside the theatre and another person to take a photo on the path in the middle of the garden. 📍No. 2 West Chang'an Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing 🚇Exit C of Tiananmen West Station on Metro Line 1 🅿️If driving, navigate directly to the National Centre for the Performing Arts parking lot, which has ample parking spaces. 📣For performances, just check your ticket directly. Each ticket can only be used once. If you have someone else's ticket, you can store it in the ticket locker, and your companion can enter the password to retrieve their ticket later. Very user-friendly. 🎭If not watching a performance, separate theatre tour tickets are 30 in the off-season and 40 in the peak season. 🕰️Closed on Mondays, don't make a wasted trip. Visiting hours are 9:00-17:00, and entry and exit times for performances are not restricted.

After 2019, visiting the theatre again. The sculpture still in its original place, the most mesmerizing is Saint-Saëns' 'The Swan', with that violin 🎻; the mouths of those children have been open for many years, the chorus is not yet over; Li Bai wanders under the moon, his dancing sleeves fluttering... Viewing exhibitions, watching performances, appreciating architecture, and savoring the interplay of light and shadow. Everything is so wonderful!

In the early morning, people jogging or walking briskly around the National Centre for the Performing Arts greet the sunrise, unafraid of the sun's rays, while admiring the beautiful exterior of the theatre. The exterior of the theatre is semi-elliptical. Elderly women say it looks like half an eggshell placed in water, while young people say it has an extraterrestrial visual effect. This great Chinese performing arts hall, adjacent to Beijing's Forbidden City, took nearly ten years to build and open. The exterior of the building is composed of more than 18,000 titanium panels and over 1,200 ultra-clear glass panels, creating a beautiful curve that evokes the scene of a stage curtain slowly opening. The architectural style is unique, presenting different scenes under various weather conditions and times of day, or when the colorful lights are on. The theatre is the masterpiece of internationally renowned architect Paul Andreu, and it has won the Luban Prize. The interior of the National Centre for the Performing Arts is lifelike, showcasing unique lines, light and shadow, and spatial beauty everywhere, like a musical chapter, making it very suitable for photography. There are large exhibitions, Western restaurants, and more on the upper floors. The theatre is open to the public for visits. The entrance to the theatre is directly accessible from Exit C of Tiananmen West Station on Metro Line 1.

National Centre for the Performing Arts China National Traditional Orchestra - 'Ode to the Great Bell'. Every time I come to Beijing, I always check in advance if there are any performances at the National Centre for the Performing Arts. Actually, I would recommend anyone traveling to Beijing to definitely visit the National Centre for the Performing Arts. Such a grand and magnificent theatre, it is incredibly beautiful. Its interior is far more beautiful than its exterior. And every performance there is a masterpiece. Our children are exposed to the country's top-tier art through television and electronic devices, but they have never truly experienced the beauty of art in person. The true shock of symphony, the beauty of traditional music, the grandeur of choral singing, the elegance of opera, the power of drama, the grace of dance, the brightness of folk songs... neither we nor our children have seen these when we were young. They would not understand the true beauty of art, the true feeling of the soul of art. Being there in person is the best education, and only by being there in person can a small seed be planted in the heart, allowing it to sprout, grow strong, and imprint the true, the good, and the beautiful in the heart, fostering a fuller enthusiasm for things, people, love, and the future. When booking the tickets, I was a bit apprehensive, as traditional music is not very popular, and young people seem to prefer concerts. But, as it turned out, it was extremely popular. This feast of traditional music was simply amazing. Hosted by Chen Duo. The old gentleman is 84 years old, a famous host of CCTV, and a recitation artist. Elegant, relaxed, and measured, as he slowly introduced the traditional music performance, everyone present was deeply moved by the beauty of traditional music. Traditional music, at the moment it starts playing, deeply roots itself in everyone's heart. Pipa, bells, drums, sheng, xiao, xun, guqin, daruan, flute, percussion, cymbals, guzheng... The music they create, the charm, combined with dance, chorus, recitation, especially Feng Mantian's recitation of 'Li Sao', it was a performance that struck straight to the heart - our traditional music is so, so beautiful. In the entire concert hall, no one spoke, and with the rhythm of the music, everyone's heart was slowly healed by the flow of music. Thunderous applause, yet we were still unsatisfied. For the encore, the entire audience clapped along with the rhythm, it was so grand, so united, extremely infectious and shocking. Even the two post-90s kids said it was awesome and amazing! What is national is also global. I am proud and proud of our traditional music. If you have the chance, please make sure to see it, the temple of art is always worth it, and never miss it.

#sunsetview #beijing A stroll around the National Performance Hall in Beijing will bring a stunning view and ambience for a spectacular end to the day. After all the motion around the busy and crowded streets, the campus restores peace and balance in the evening to enrich and refresh the mind and heart. Dancing groups also use the campus for evening exercises.

#travelanywhere The National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing is undeniably a masterpiece in design, structural engineering, and architecture. This landmark exemplifies simplicity at its finest, showcasing exquisite finishing materials that harmonize perfectly in every detail. The seamless blend of marble, wood, light, and shadows creates a captivating interplay between gloss and soft surfaces, offering a visual feast for the eyes. The internal space is nothing short of breathtaking, with its impressive dimensions and vast, open areas that stretch both horizontally and vertically. The curves and playful forms throughout the building add a dynamic and modern touch, making it a standout example of contemporary Chinese architecture. Every aspect of the design is meticulously crafted, from the textures to the materials, resulting in an aesthetic that is both cohesive and striking. The architectural brilliance of the National Centre for the Performing Arts is a testament to China’s architectural innovation and vision. In conclusion, this unique building offers an unparalleled space exploration experience and comes highly recommended for anyone interested in architecture and design. The National Centre for the Performing Arts is truly a genuine and unique architectural gem.

#travelanywhere I recently visited the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing and had the pleasure of attending a classical music performance that left a lasting impression. The performance was so good and so melodic, it was truly soothing to the soul. The music had a way of enveloping the audience, creating an atmosphere of calm and tranquility. The bands performing were from all over the world, including Germany and Thailand, each bringing their unique cultural influences to the music. This international ensemble added a rich diversity to the program, making the evening even more special. The musicians were incredibly skilled, and their passion for music was evident in every note they played. The interplay between different instruments was harmonious and intricate, showcasing the beauty and complexity of classical music. The acoustics of the National Centre for the Performing Arts are impeccable, enhancing the overall experience and allowing every subtle nuance of the performance to be appreciated. The venue itself is stunning, with its modern architecture and elegant design, providing a perfect setting for such a magnificent performance. I loved every moment of the concert and found the music to be a perfect blend of soothing melodies and powerful crescendos. It was a truly captivating experience that I would highly recommend to anyone who appreciates classical music. The combination of world-class musicians, a beautiful venue, and an appreciative audience made for an unforgettable evening.

Address, No. 2 West Chang'an Avenue, Beijing The 'Heavenly Craftsmanship Beijing Works - Exhibition of Fine Art of Beijing Yanjing Eight Excellences Intangible Cultural Heritage' co-hosted by the National Centre for the Performing Arts and the Beijing Yanjing Eight Excellences Museum is currently being held in the East Exhibition Hall of the National Centre for the Performing Arts. Beijing is a world-renowned historical and cultural city, and the national cultural center. In the city's long development process of more than 3,000 years, it has gradually formed a profound ancient capital culture, a rich and profound revolutionary culture, a distinctive Beijing-flavored culture, and a vigorously emerging culture of innovation. There are 144 national-level intangible cultural heritage representative projects in the Beijing area, The National Centre for the Performing Arts also has various painting exhibitions. If you have time, you can take a look. Buy tickets first, follow the official Weibo, and there are benefit performances on Saturday and Sunday mornings, which are quite popular.

Address: No. 2 West Chang'an Avenue, Xicheng District, Beijing The National Centre for the Performing Arts' Art Boutique Gallery is located on the east side of the ground floor public lobby, running north to south outside the first floor of the concert hall. As an important part of the National Centre for the Performing Arts' cultural and creative industries, the Art Boutique Gallery includes the National Centre for the Performing Arts Souvenir Shop, the National Centre for the Performing Arts Audio-Visual Center, the National Centre for the Performing Arts Drama Store, the Daily Art Bookstore, and the Franz Collection Art Porcelain Store. The intangible cultural heritage exhibition is now being held here, with both exhibitions and concerts taking place at the same time, which is awesome. 🌈 Follow the official Weibo to purchase, with weekend benefit concerts every Saturday and Sunday.

🏮 The familiar National Grand Theater is renewed every time I visit, not only to appreciate the wonderful presentations of concerts, dance, and other arts, but also to experience the constantly changing visual impact of entering this prestigious venue. 🌇 From the well-arranged decorations, exhibitions, sculptures, and the overall atmosphere, it has become a process that offers a superb experience. 🎭 👁️ To watch a performance, it's best to go to the Grand Theater early, where various art exhibitions and cultural and creative displays are always refreshing. The specialty stores with classic or trendy vinyl records and CDs are dazzling and instantly immersive. 🎑; The prelude performances offered in the central hall's rest area are quite engaging, worth stopping to enjoy for a while, or you can sit at the water bar and have a drink or something to eat in a leisurely, aimless wait. 🧑‍🌾 🌗 This night, accompanied by a gentle drizzle, walking on the dimly lit Chang'an Street, in the romantic early summer, carrying the pleasure of enjoying the enchanting singing, everything is so healing and beautiful, worth savoring over and over again🩸!

➠ Deng Shichang››› The original drama 【Deng Shichang】 at the National Grand Theater has begun its performance! The National Grand Theater's original drama 《Deng Shichang》 premiered on April 27th at 19:30 and will continue until May 4th. This is the star couple Wang Lei and Li Xiaomeng's second collaboration after 《An Ordinary World》. They play the roles of Deng Shichang and Shuimeizi respectively. Peking Opera master Guan Dongtian plays the role of Beiyang Fleet Admiral Ding Ruchang, and the veteran actor Zhang Yechuan, along with She Nannan, who holds the stage playing Li Hongzhang and Empress Dowager Cixi. 🦙 For the early bird benefits, just arrive a bit earlier and take the opportunity to check out the exhibitions... Currently, there are 7 exhibitions on display at the National Grand Theater, and except for 《The Echo of the Steam Age》, all are free of charge. Therefore, let's first recommend the 《The Charm of Drama and Painting Q》 on the right side after the security check on the first floor. Get your stamps! Stamp 📌 on the first floor at 'The Echo of the Steam Age' cultural and creative store, the second floor cultural and creative store, and the record store! ▪️▫️▪️ ▫️▪️▫️▪️ ▫️▪️▫️▪️ 🚢 Deng Shichang 📍 National Grand Theater ✿ Beijing 🏨 National Grand Theater, Xicheng District, Beijing ☝️ Selected for the 2023 Must-Visit List ︒⠄ ⦁ ◌⠁ ∙ ︒⠄ ⦁ ◌⠁ ∙ ︒⠄ ⦁ ◌⠁ ∙ • 👾 Live well 𓌉◯𓇋 Love slowly 🦖•

#cherryblossom2024 In Beijing's National Grand Theater, spring is a vibrant spectacle. Alongside the grandeur of Chang'an Avenue, the purple magnolias stand out, their blossoms dancing gracefully in the breeze under the azure sky. The scene is a perfect embodiment of the season's essence, a harmonious blend of nature and urban beauty. As pedestrians pass by, they are greeted by the sweet fragrance and the stunning sight of these magnificent flowers, a delightful contrast against the backdrop of the modern cityscape. This display of natural beauty amidst the bustling cityscape is a reminder of the tranquility and renewal that spring brings.

🏤Whether you are a local in Beijing or visiting Beijing, you must visit the National Centre for the Performing Arts if you have time. 🎭It's not only a palace for appreciating top-notch domestic song and dance art but also a new niche for photography! Whether it's architecture or portraits, every shot is a hit. If you haven't been there yet, you're missing out! 📸This time, while taking the little girl to see the public rehearsal of the famous Italian opera 'Tosca', I took her to check in again. 💃🏻For the little girl who loves singing, dancing, and playing the piano, watching an opera is definitely a rare 'master class'. Especially this time, the lineup at the National Centre for the Performing Arts for 'Tosca' is exceptionally strong, with the famous conductor Xu Zhong wielding the baton, Italian soprano Monica Zanettin, Italian baritone Ambrogio Maestri, and renowned soprano singer Sun Xiuwei among other excellent singers forming a powerful and star-studded cast. Coupled with the newly created stunning lighting and stage effects, the live performance was incredibly impactful, with every note captivating the audience, as if they were experiencing a life-and-death farewell with the protagonists, offering a fully immersive experience. 🪄Here's a bonus guide to various photo spots at the National Centre for the Performing Arts for those planning to check in: 1️⃣ Main entrance & pool: A must-have shot at the main entrance, and you can also walk to the side of the pool to capture the reflection of the opera house. 2️⃣ South Gate Small Garden: This spot is also outside the opera house, walk around the pool to the back of the building to see a small garden. From a platform on the first floor, use a telephoto lens to shoot the sunken plaza's garden, and you can easily capture the dreamy beauty of Alice in Wonderland. 3⃣️ Glass dome & white terrace: The golden spot on the first floor of the opera house, it looks good no matter how you shoot it when there's a sunset; you can't step on the white terrace, but you can sit on it, please be civilized when taking photos~ 4⃣️ Classic spot on the third-floor stairs: Located at the back of the first floor of the opera house, there is a set of stairs on each side, but most of the time, there is a cordon and it's not allowed to go down, you can take a shot of the architectural space. 5⃣️ Cross stairs spot: In the central theater's inner circle area, photographers can stand on the stairs of the second and third floors to take pictures of models taking the elevator, absolutely symmetrical and very beautiful! 6⃣️ Various exhibitions and sculptures: In the areas on both sides of the entrance to the grand theater, there are some beautiful sculptures and often some art exhibitions, you can spend more time visiting. 📍Tips: The National Centre for the Performing Arts is open from 9:00-17:00 (entry stops at 16:30), closed all day on Mondays; admission is 30 yuan, with a discounted ticket of 15 yuan for seniors, children, and military personnel. Cameras are allowed inside during visits, but not during formal performances, and can be stored at the entrance.

Address, No. 2 West Chang'an Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 😜As the capital city, there are many benefits for the citizens, including many free museums and various public welfare performances. Since the first "Weekend Concert" was held in the Music Hall of the National Grand Theater on January 13, 2008, the "Weekend Concert" has gradually become an artistic companion for the public to spend the weekend. The performance method of "lecture combination and appreciation emphasis" has gradually narrowed the distance between music and the public. Since 2021, the "Weekend Concert" has specially planned and launched a chamber music series to let the public feel the unique charm of chamber music. In 2023, the "Weekend Concert" brand will present more rich content and diverse forms of performances, and the newly planned "Listening to Music and Enjoying Music", "National Music Yunshao", "Singing Classics", "Encounter Chamber Music", "Family Concert" and other five series, based on Chinese traditional culture and world classic music, popularize classic music works and output professional art knowledge for the audience. 🌈Ticket grabbing strategy, pay attention to the National Grand Theater, click on the third option at the bottom "Weekend Concert", tickets are usually released at 17:00 in the afternoon. Register in advance, which is conducive to grabbing tickets. 🌈If you like painting, there are often exhibitions here. After buying a ticket, you can visit for free.

Absolutely top-notch theatre design in China, I think this is Paul Andrew's most challenging design work. It's very suitable for bringing kids to check in. Tips: The theatre is large, it is recommended to play for two or three hours. The light at the window is great for taking pictures and checking in. You can buy show tickets directly and visit at the same time.

In winter, I highly recommend this very photogenic place, which is the National Grand Theater. You can take beautiful photos with just a mobile phone 📱 📸Several popular photo check-in locations: ❤️First floor glass window side: The white building's 'Hui' shaped scenery that goes deeper layer by layer, suitable for portraits ❤️Shouting red-mouthed little man: Next to the escalator on the first floor connecting to the underground floor on the west side ❤️Sinking elevator: Walk south along the Art Boutique Gallery, you can see the sinking elevator, but it is said that sometimes it may not be open ❤️Up and down escalators: Red background up and down staggered escalators, located on the second floor west side, the photographer can stand on the walking steps to shoot the staggered elevator directly 🌈In addition, after entering the National Grand Theater from the north entrance of the M floor, there are exhibitions 🖼️ to watch in the exhibition halls on both sides of the east and west 📌At the end of the M-level east and west exhibition halls, there are self-service 🚰 drinking fountains, and disposable paper cups are provided 📌There is a coffee ☕️ shop in the first floor lobby, and a western restaurant 🍴 on the fourth floor 📌There is a free 🆓 explanation service at 10:00 and 14:00 every day 🎫Admission ticket: 30 in the off-season, 40 in the peak season 🕘Opening hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:00-17:00 🚇Transportation: Subway Tiananmen West Station 🅿️There is an underground parking lot, you can park with the reservation information of the day, parking fee is 6 yuan/hour ❗️Reminder: Remember to bring your ID when visiting

#christmastrip For Christmas, our workplace took us to see a show at the National Center for Performing Arts in Beijing! 🎭🇨🇳 Located right near Tiananmen in the heart of Beijing, the Theatre is almost like an upside-down skyscraper: for airspace purposes, the structure couldn’t be tall. So they built it downward, into the ground! 😱⬇️ Winding escalators take you through the building’s many levels, with theater halls and art exhibitions placed generously throughout. There were even some fast food restaurants! 🍟🖼️ Our workplace took us to see a Beijing Opera show, which is very different from opera as we know it in the West. The performances were intriguing and fun to watch! 🎤🎶🎎 I consider the National Center for Performing Arts to be one of Beijing’s modern wonders. The architecture and furnishings are breathtaking and massive. If you’re visiting Beijing, you’ll definitely want to catch a show at the National Theatre for Performing Arts! 🇨🇳🎭🎼 #localguides #chinatravel

💧Wutai Mountain Spring💦 Checked in✔️ at the National Grand Theater 📍Located on the west side of the Beijing People's Great Hall The most beautiful theater in China located in the center of Beijing Planning began in 1958, officially launched in 1996 The plan was confirmed in 1999 and completed in 2007 Designed by French architect Paul Andreu Together with the deconstructivist Zaha's Daxing Airport Koolhaas's CCTV Headquarters Building And the high-tech Norman Foster's T3 Herzog&de Mueron's Bird's Nest Together they form the new landmarks of Beijing B1～3 floors are equipped with opera house, drama theater, concert hall The 4th floor is the office area, the 5th floor is the art gallery The B2 floor is a small theater, the B3 floor is a rehearsal hall The four theaters can accommodate 5300 spectators The building is fully functional and the structure is transparent Surrounded by water systems and greenery, it is like a small city Almost all performances here can be sold out “I am really confident that in 20 or 30 years, people seeing the opera will think, this is typical Chinese architecture. It is rooted in China, constructed in China – not a piece of stone came from another country.” —— Paul Andreu

⏳Experience the ultimate aesthetics at the National Grand Theater 🏛The Grand Theater is a landmark building of the 'Six Sceneries of New Beijing', 👏with a very large total construction area, 💖including opera house, concert hall, drama theater, small theater, as well as art exhibition hall, restaurant, audio-visual store, etc. 🥸The designer of the Grand Theater is French architect Paul Andreu, who endowed the theater with personalized artistic aesthetics, 🌀neat line elements, 💫ubiquitous light and shadow, 🗿deep sculptures, 🖼ethereal and dreamy sense of space......💕Every bit is captivating at first sight 🔒Moreover, the theater's smart technology is also very slick! ☄️The lighting of all major theaters and corridors uses a smart♦️lighting control system~ ⚠️📷Classic photo spots: ✅1. First floor public hall: ☀️Come when it's sunny, stand near the glass curtain wall, 🤳the photos taken are simply like a blockbuster! ✅2. Sunk elevator: Walk south along the 👣Art Boutique Corridor, you will see, wide-angle shooting effect is very good! ❗️But be careful, you may be stopped ✅3. Roaring little man: Very interesting and artistic! Remember to pose with the same pose and expression💃 ✅4. Intersecting elevator: Layer upon layer, there is a sense of time and space travel! This is when your hand speed is tested, seize the opportunity to take a snapshot! 🈯️Remember to see the practical guide: 📍Grand Theater Location: No. 2 West Chang'an Street, Xicheng District, Beijing 🕒Time: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00-17:00 🎫Ticket price: 30 yuan in off-season, 40 yuan in peak season

The National Grand Theater in Beijing is stunning to look at both inside and outside. I've visited twice for ballet shows (Cinderella and Swan Lake) and have been impressed both times. There is a nice restaurant inside the theater to enjoy preshow dinner and drinks. The building is surrounded by a lake to look like it is floating on the water. The theater is directly across the street from Tianamen Square, which is lovely to walk around, especially at night to enjoy the views if all the lights. A must visit for opera, ballet, theater or any show if you can make it.

This is one of the places I really wanted to see before moving to Beijing and I only got to see it a week before I left. I can happily say it was 100% worth the wait. Beautiful from every angle and the water adds a stunning reflection that makes it even more photogenic. I spent about an hour walking right around it and took well over a hundred photos of it. As the sun set the photos changed and gave it a new look. It was really easy to get to, there are train stops right to the north and south of it so you don’t have to walk right around it if you don’t want too. I did not go to a show there but friends have and they loved it. So I guess it’s lovely both inside and out! #thisischina