Impression Da Hong Pao Show
印象大红袍
A live outdoor show created by Zhang Yimou's team, set against the backdrop of Dawang Peak and Yunu Peak. A 360-degree rotating audience stand tells the story of Wuyi tea culture, making it the highlight of Wuyi Mountain's nights.
Impression Da Hong Pao is part of the Impression series by Zhang Yimou, Wang Chaoge and Fan Yue, which premiered in 2010. The theater sits in the resort area near Wuyi Palace. Its stage is the real Dawang Peak, Yunu Peak and the banks of the Nine-Bend Stream. The audience seating rotates 360 degrees, and within 70 minutes the show moves through several real-scenery settings to portray the legend of Da Hong Pao, the stories of Zhu Xi and Liu Yong, and the tea life of Wuyi people. Hundreds of performers, most of them local tea farmers, take part. There is one performance a night at about 20:00 (extra shows in peak season, earlier in winter). Tickets cost about 218 to 298 yuan depending on seating zone. Book in advance through official channels or travel platforms, as holiday shows often sell out. Getting there: walk from the resort hotels or take a free shuttle, about 10 to 15 minutes. After the show, there are plenty of taxis in the direction of the hotels. Recommendation: schedule it for your first or second night in Wuyi Mountain, and visit the Nine-Bend Stream during the day first to appreciate the show more. Note that this is an open-air theater, so bring insect repellent in summer and warm clothing in winter. Rain ponchos are provided, but if heavy rain stops the show, tickets can be refunded. The show uses rotating seats, so pregnant visitors and those prone to dizziness should take care. Arrive 30 minutes before the start.
Opening hours
Nightly performances from approx. 20:00 (check official announcements)