The evening started with a dumpling banquet, very good if a little samey. Then the show - wow it was delightful, lovely dancing with floaty sleeves, interesting musical instruments etc. Be warned there was a survey of the food and service which we thought was not particularly friendly or willingly given, but the waitress stands over you while you complete......
This attraction gets very good reviews. I consider it must be separated into two parts - the food and the show. In terms of the food - very average. The review of the food by Kyokokinura accords with my view. If I was a reviewing the food only I would give this 1 star. However the show is good quality. Colourful, skilful and interesting. I am not sure how valuable it is in terms of understanding Chinese history. Would I recommend this? Certainly not for the food (and it is possible to take a 'no food' show). The show is good - but not a 'must not miss'.
We have been to this theater last year, and i watch it again this time. It is very good cultural show which can not be missed.
The dumpling dinner and the show were well worth the time and cost. The dumplings were quite good (not the best, but pretty good and definitely creative) and the show provided a snapshot of Chinese culture that was entertaining and fun to watch. The variety of dumplings presented was really astonishing. If your tour operator recommends it, do go.