"Performing China on the London Stage" offers a comprehensive analysis of the history of Chinese theater and its British representations on the London stage over a period of 250 years. The book examines a variety of performance studies, ranging from exhibitions and British-Chinese opera to translations of Chinese plays and visiting troupes. These case studies highlight the changing nature of Sino-British trade, fashion, migration, as well as the formation of diasporas and international relations. By considering these aspects, the complex relationship between Britain and China is illuminated, encompassing the rise and fall of the British Empire and the ascent of China. The book draws on extensive archival materials and field research, providing new perspectives for intercultural British theater in the 21st century, often referred to as the 'Asian Century.'.