Wansui Dongyue Temple Stage

Wansui Dongyue Temple Stage

Wansui Dongyue Temple Stage

The Wansui Dongyue Temple Stage is an auxiliary structure of the Dongyue Temple. The existing building was rebuilt in the 26th year of the Daoguang reign (1846). In 2003, it underwent complete restoration following the original design. The stage faces west and is built in a brick-and-timber hall-style structure, with a convex floor plan and a large traditional roof. The main stage's roof uses crossbeams that extend outward to create overhanging eaves, with upturned beams and rafters rising above the roofline to form an octagonal dome. The backstage area spans three bays with a total width of 14.5 meters, a depth of 4.6 meters across five purlins, and a height of 7 meters. On both sides are dressing rooms. The backstage column bases are from the Ming dynasty. The front stage is 6 meters wide, 5.6 meters deep across five purlins, with a ceiling height of 7.2 meters and a stage height of 2.3 meters. The front eave columns are as tall as 5.5 meters. On the left side, there is an additional raised platform for the orchestra. Both the stage and the orchestra pit face the audience — a feature unique among ancient theater stages.