The Zheng Yici Peking Opera Theater 正乙祠戏楼, located on a hutong in the Xuanwu District of Beijing, is one of the best-known Beijing opera theaters. It is also one of the oldest wooden theaters in China.

The theater was built in 1688, during the reign of the Kangxi Emperor in the Qing Dynasty. It was built on the site of a Buddhist temple. It has a rich history that includes performances by the grandmaster of Peking Opera, Mei Lanfang.

After the Cultural Revolution, the theater fell into disrepair. However, in 1995 a local businessman sponsored a full restoration. The theater now continues to perform Beijing Opera. It is considered a living relic and one of Beijing's finest monuments.

As of August 2005, the theater is temporarily closed for building work.

Source: arts.cultural-china.com