Outdoor Historical Dance Drama
The Song of Everlasting Sorrow
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At the foot of Mount Li, by the Huaqing springs. Where the Rainbow Robe dance unfolds, the Tang shines in its golden age; where the war drums come, the age sinks into turmoil. A live epic of Emperor Xuanzong and Yang Guifei — their love and grief, and the glory and fall of the great Tang.
Tickets ¥179–988｜Showtimes 18:30 / 19:55 / 21:20 / 22:45 · real-name entry
Book Tickets
Showtimes follow the official schedule; availability is confirmed via WeChat. Book 7+ days ahead.
Ticket Prices¥249–988
Seats are assigned automatically by zone; prices and offers follow official channels.
Official-channel issues · Real prices · Full refund if failed
Honors & Recognition
Twenty years on stage, a show with national honors.
Over 6,500 shows and nearly 13 million admissions (official press releases); 99% positive rating cited from China Tourism News via Xinhua (2024); years running counted from the 2006 premiere.
- First Batch of National Key Cultural Tourism ProjectsMinistry of Culture and Tourism
- China's Top 10 Future Cultural Heritage Projects2014
- China Well-Known Trademark2016 / 2018
- Xi'an Mayor's Special Award2020 · production team
- National Catalog of Excellent Tourism PerformancesMinistry of Culture and Tourism
- First National Standards for Outdoor Performances"The Song of Everlasting Sorrow" going-out strategy
Guest Acclaim
Compiled from official press releases and reputable media coverage
“Launched by Shaanxi Tourism Group in 2006, based on Bai Juyi's masterpiece poem and staged at Huaqing Palace — where the story actually happened.”
“Mount Li as the backdrop and the Nine Dragons Lake as the stage create a six-dimensional outdoor performance space, placing the audience inside the historical moment.”
“Together with mountain-starfield, valley mist and cliff-projection effects, it renders the grandeur of the Tang dynasty against Mount Li at night.”
“All outdoor equipment is concealed — the seating disappears between the hillside and the shoreline, leaving no visible machinery.”
Nine Acts at a Glance
A prologue and nine acts — one photo per act. Swipe through the whole story.
Act 1Chosen for the Emperor's Side
Selected for the Palace
Act 2Midnight Whispers
Midnight Vows
Act 3Spring Baths at Huaqing Pool
Baths at Huaqing Pool
Act 4Riding High into the Clouds
Songs from Lishan
Act 5Drunk on Spring after the Jade Tower Feast
After the Feast
Act 6Celestial Music Drifting Everywhere
Music in the Air
Act 7War Drums from Yuyang
Drums from Yuyang
Act 8Fallen Hairpins Nobody Picks Up
The Turning Point
Act 9Meeting Again in Heaven and on Earth
Reunion
FAQ
Is the Longest Sorrow ticket the same as the Huaqing Palace admission?
No — they are two entirely separate tickets. The show ticket is for 《长恨歌》; the scenic-area ticket is for Huaqing Palace and the Tang hot-spring site. Coming only for the show: your show ticket alone gets you into the Nine Dragons Lake performance area during the show window, with no separate scenic-area ticket needed, but it does not admit you to tour the park. To tour the park you need a separate admission ticket (park hours 07:30–17:00, west gate / Wangjing Gate); a park ticket alone will not get you into the show.
Do children need a ticket? Are there discounts?
Height decides: children 1.3 m tall and under enter free (no seat, with a guardian), and each ticketed adult may bring one; over 1.3 m needs a ticket. As a commercial show there are no discounts for students, seniors, military or any other group.
How do I book? What payment methods are supported?
Tap "Book Now" to add our customer-service WeChat, then pay after confirming your date, show and zone — WeChat Pay and Alipay are both accepted.
What are the showtimes and prices?
Since October 19, 2026 the regular slots are 18:30 / 19:55 / 21:20 / 22:45. Zones are Central, East-West A and East-West B; in the official November fan offer the Central zone runs from ¥289 to ¥359. Check the park's daily schedule and official announcements for the exact figures.
What documents do I need for the show?
Booking is real-name and ticket and ID must match. ID-card bookings need no paper ticket — scan the original ID at the gate. If you booked with a passport or a Mainland Travel Permit, collect a paper ticket at the ticketing counter first, then enter with the ticket and the original document.
Can I take photos?
No. It is an immersive show across Mount Li and the Nine Dragons Lake water stage — we suggest giving it your full attention. Photography and filming are prohibited throughout, and professional cameras and drones are not allowed in.
Venue
华清宫 · 九龙湖实景剧场
No. 38 Huaqing Road, Lintong District, Xi'an, Shaanxi
- MetroTake Metro Line 9 to Huaqingchi Station — the scenic area gate is right there, about a 5-minute walk. From Xi'an North Railway Station or the main station, buses such as Line 915 and 306 run straight to Huaqing Palace in Lintong.
- ParkingHuaqing Palace parking lot (outside the south gate, by the Mount Li entrance): charged at the posted rate, and it fills up on holidays — come early or take the metro；Mount Li has its own lot and shuttle outside the mountain gate (cable car or hike on foot) — allow about 2 hours if you want to climb before the show
