In 1994, Hui performed Bai Suzhen, the lead role in the highlights of the classical Qinqiang show, Legend of the White Snake. Her acting skills, good-looking costume and makeup, and eye-catching performance wowed audiences. She made a name for herself within the Qinqiang Opera community.

In 2009, Hui became head of Yisushe. She became the first woman to head the troupe, which has a history in excess of 100 years. Also in 2009, she won the xiqu performers award, during the Plum Performance Awards, which is the highest accolade for traditional Chinese theatrical art.

In 2018, she received the Shanghai Magnolia Stage Performance Award. She has distinguished herself with her unique performing style. In addition to performing classical pieces, she has created several modern Qinqiang shows that reflect real life, and that extol the Party (Communist Party of China), the country and the people. These shows, including Party's Daughter, Model Worker Liu Xiyou, and Dream Weaver, have become popular.