May 27: American Cookout @ The Local
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This Memorial Day, The Local will have an American menu for those homesick for cookout classics like hot dogs, burgers and even a grilled Cajun shrimp boil. Can't make it for the holiday celebration? The menu is available weekly on Sundays.
Mon May 27, 3pm; RMB65; The Local, see event listing.
May 29-June 3: The Three-Body Problem II: Dark Forest
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The Lotus Lee Drama Project bring the second part of Liu Cixin’s science fiction trilogy, The Three-Body Problem, to the stage with a visual re-enactment of the world of the novels. The multimedia project follows a small band of humans who must save the planet when it comes under threat by space predators.
Wed May 29-Mon June 3, 2pm or 7.30pm (depending on day); RMB180-880; Beijing Poly Theatre, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
May 29-Aug 4: Bowie by Mick Rock
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798 Art Factory hosts an exciting exhibition featuring 65 photographs of the glam rock legend David Bowie taken by his official photographer Mick Rock. There will also be an original soundtrack for the exhibit, performance footage, filmed interviews with the iconic British photographer and more.
Wed May 29-Sun Aug 4, 10am-7pm; RMB58 (special offer price, includes one drink or snack), RMB88 (early bird, includes one drink or snack), RMB108 (weekday ticket), RMB120 (weekend ticket); 798 Art Factory, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
May 30: Marc Melià
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Based in Belgium, alternative indie artist and composer Marc Melià will make his Beijing debut this Thursday night. He’ll be playing his futuristic arrangements (created using a Prophet ’08) from his solo album Music for Prophet, with support by classical pop project AEM Studio.
Thu May 30, 9pm; RMB80 (presale), RMB100 (door); DDC, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
May 30: Shuck Off Launch Party
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C Pearl hosts Shuck Off China for the ultimate launch party, featuring oyster shucking competitions, crazy deals on the salt-water delicacy and an award-winning guest bartender serving up some fine cocktails. It’s gonna be a shell of a good time.
Thu May 30, 2-8pm; C Pearl, see event listing.
May 31: Vintage Clothing Market
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Get ready to dig for some retro treasures: This Friday, there will be a vintage market held at a cozy courtyard shop off of Nanluoguxiang. The party will be complete with rooftop views, music and free beer. Reservations required to attend.
Fri May 31, noon-10pm; Huangwu & Jingji Vintage, see event listing. For more info and to reserve your spot, click here.
Jun 2: Toconoma
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Japanese funk group Toconoma will get the crowd grooving at Omni Space this Sunday with their masterful genre-blending compositions. Don't miss the jazzy Tokyo-based quartet’s Beijing debut.
Sun Jun 2, 9pm; RMB150 (presale), RMB180 (door); Omni Space, see event listing. Buy tickets here.
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