This event is in the past.It took place on May 17, 2026 at Great Star Theater.
Opera
OperaStep into a piece of San Francisco history at this intimate 1920s Chinatown theater, where the Jing Ying Cantonese Opera Institute brings centuries-old tradition to vivid life with elaborate costumes, soaring vocals, and stylized martial arts.
Traditional Chinese opera
Historic Chinatown venue
Elaborate costumes and makeup
Live orchestral accompaniment
Tips
🍜dinner in Chinatown, then show = perfect date night
đź‘‚historic seats are cozy; consider earplugs if sensitive
Jing Ying Annual Performances 2026
Chinatown
OperaOperaStep into a piece of San Francisco history at this intimate 1920s Chinatown theater, where the Jing Ying Cantonese Opera Institute brings centuries-old tradition to vivid life with elaborate costumes, soaring vocals, and stylized martial arts.
Traditional Chinese opera
Historic Chinatown venue
Elaborate costumes and makeup
Live orchestral accompaniment
Tips
🍜dinner in Chinatown, then show = perfect date night
đź‘‚historic seats are cozy; consider earplugs if sensitive
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