Red Theatre Beijing: Acrobatic Show Tickets & Fast Entry

One Hour of Chinese Acrobatics in the Heart of Beijing

You book in advance, arrive 30 minutes early to collect your tickets with your reference number, and watch a 60-minute acrobatic performance in a wheelchair-accessible theatre. The metro gets you there reliably, and the whole experience is straightforward: no negotiating with drivers or hunting for the entrance. Confirm showtimes the morning of your visit.

Step-by-step itinerary

Attend Red Theatre Acrobatic Show

• Arrive at Red Theatre 30 minutes early
• Present reference number and name
• Collect tickets at ticket counter
• Watch Heroes of Shu County show

The experience

"Book early or you'll be standing outside," the ticket seller told me when I called ahead. The Red Theatre sits in Dongcheng District, and the show "Heroes of Shu County" runs every afternoon. It's the kind of thing that fills up fast, especially on weekends. You arrive 30 minutes before showtime, give your reference number and name at the ticket counter, and walk in. The whole thing takes an hour, which sounds short until you're watching someone balance on a spinning plate while three other performers do something equally impossible above them.

Getting there is the part most people get wrong. The theatre is at No. 44 Xingfu Street, and yes, you could take a taxi, but during rush hour that's a gamble: traffic clogs up and you'll be late. The metro is the move. Subway line 5 stops at Tiantandongmen Station, exit B, and it's about 15 minutes on foot from there. The walk is straightforward, and you'll pass through a quieter part of the district where locals are actually living, not just tourists passing through. Give yourself extra time if you're unfamiliar with the station exits. The signage is clear but the station itself is large.

The theatre itself is wheelchair accessible, and strollers work fine if you're traveling with small children: infants under one ride free and don't need a seat. The space is designed so you're not crammed in. It's a proper venue, not a cramped tourist trap. Showtimes can shift, so confirm with the provider the morning of your show. The acrobatics are the real thing: no tricks, no projections, just bodies doing what seems physically impossible, and the crowd around you reacting in real time.

What’s included

Your booking includes entry to the Red Theatre acrobatic show "Heroes of Shu County." You collect your tickets at the theatre box office 30 minutes before the 60-minute performance. Wheelchair accessibility and accessible facilities are available throughout the venue.

Options for this experience

6 options

Green Side Rows16:10 and 17:40Show up at the Red Theater ticket counter 30 minutes before the performance with your reference number and name to pick up your tickets.

Mid Rows 14 - 22 in Blue16:10 and 17:40Show up at the Red Theater ticket counter 30 minutes before the performance with your reference number and name to pick up your tickets.

Mid Rows 11 - 13 in Purple16:10 and 17:40Show up at the Red Theater ticket counter 30 minutes before the performance with your reference number and name to pick up your tickets.

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Mid Rows 1 - 4 in Yellow16:10 and 17:40Show up at the Red Theater ticket counter 30 minutes before the performance with your reference number and name to pick up your tickets.

Mid Rows 5 - 6 in Orange16:10 and 17:40Show up at the Red Theater ticket counter 30 minutes before the performance with your reference number and name to pick up your tickets.

Mid Rows 7 - 9 in Red16:10 and 17:40Show up at the Red Theater ticket counter 30 minutes before the performance with your reference number and name to pick up your tickets.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 16:10 and 17:40

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (2 to 70 years) · Infant (under 2): free

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Red Theatre Beijing Acrobatic Show

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a straightforward evening activity in Beijing without arranging transport or hunting for tickets on the day: advance booking means you skip the line and know exactly when to arrive.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 2): free.

How do I get my tickets at the Red Theatre?

Present your reference number and name at the Red Theater ticket counter 30 minutes before the show starts.

How long is the show?

The performance lasts 60 minutes.

What's the best way to reach the theatre?

Take subway line 5 to Tiantandongmen Station, exit B. It's about 15 minutes walking from there. Avoid taxis during rush hour due to traffic.

Is the theatre accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Can infants attend?

Yes. Infants under one year old are free and don't occupy a seat, but must sit on an adult's lap. Strollers are also permitted.

What if showtimes change?

Confirm the exact showtime with the activity provider on the morning of your performance, as times may vary.

Where exactly is the Red Theatre located?

No. 44 Xingfu Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing (北京东城区幸福大街44号红剧场).