The Shen Family was one of many illustrious merchant clans in Wuzhen. Today their courtyard estate has been converted into Festival Headquarters. The third courtyard has been converted into a stunning traditional Teahouse Theatre that seats approximately 100. The new theatre is equipped for both traditional performances that can be enjoyed while sipping tea, and for cutting edge performances that can be configured in any way. This was the major venue for last year's Artist Dialogues.