That’s Guangzhou takes a look at the best of the week:
Tue, Oct 23: Idea Exchange
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Dutchman Tommy Varekamp will be talking about innovation, specifically in China, and why the Middle Kingdom is an ideal realm for creative minds. Using concrete cases and his own experiences, Varekamp will demonstrate the processes of prototyping, testing, manufacturing and marketing a new product.
Tue Oct 23, 8pm; RMB30/RMB10 for students. E Coffee. See event listing.
Tue-Wed, Oct 23-24: The Sleeping Beauty
Image via Guangzhou Opera House
Of Tchaikovsky’s three classic ballets, The Sleeping Beauty, in contrast with Swan Lake and The Nutcracker, stands out in its presentation, with a grand setting, spectacular scenes and demanding dance moves. This week at the Guangzhou Opera House, the highly-acclaimed, century-old Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre will present their rendition of this all-time ballet classic.
Tue-Wed Oct 23-24, 7.30pm; RMB80-680. Guangzhou Opera House. See event listing. Tickets.
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Thu, Oct 25: Happy Thursdays – Turkish Delight
Join Happy Thursdays at The Happy Monk's Party Pier location and treat yourself to free cocktails and snacks. The theme of this week's event is 'Turkish Delight.'
Thu Oct 25, 6.30-8.30pm; free entry. The Happy Monk (Party Pier). See event listing.
Thu-Sun, Oct 25-28: Riverdance II
Image via Riverdance website
A theatrical show of traditional Irish dance and music, the renowned Riverdance has been a global sensation for more than two decades. Winning a Grammy and selling more than 10 million copies, Riverdance has attracted celebrities like Madonna, Lady Gaga and the Beckhams, as well as 114 heads of state. Its newly unveiled edition, Riverdance II, will grace the Guangdong Performing Arts Center this week. Buy your tickets now to see the “face of Irish dancing” while they’re still available.
Thu-Sun Oct 25-28, 3pm/8pm; RMB180-1,280. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater. See event listing. Tickets.
Fri, Oct 26: ‘Spooktacular’ Halloween Bash
Image via LN Hotel Five, Guangzhou
Put on your scariest Halloween costumes and head to Roof Top Bar for a ‘spooktacular’ party featuring an all-you-can-drink menu and live music by its new resident band. Live it up with cocktails, house wines (red and white), local beers, delectable barbecue and snacks, all in a chic ambiance. If you want to start Halloween off with a bang, this is the spot.
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Fri Oct 26, 6pm-midnight; RMB488 for two. Roof Top Bar (LN Hotel Five, Guangzhou). See event listing.
Sat, Oct 27: Bravo X That’s Craft Beer Bar Crawl
If you love small-batch suds and are looking to mingle with other craft lovers, then you do not want to miss the second annual Bravo X That’s Craft Beer Bar Crawl. And guess what? Tickets are on sale now!
Sponsored by That’s PRD, the pub crawl will take Canton’s beer lovers to four local craft beer bars to sample the best of the city’s local brews. Starting at 2pm on Saturday, October 27 at Bravo, in Zhujiang New Town, the boozy tour includes stops at Boilingice, Bon Bidon Bière and Taste, finishing back at Bravo at 6pm. At each stop, craft beer drinkers will be able to sample a new and unique brew – which will be poured free flow. What’s on tap? We’re glad you asked, here is the list: Aloha Brut IPA, Princess Eighth Star Anise Saison, Mango Pomelo Crème Milkshake IPA and Hi-Eve One Year Aged Barley Wine.
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Sat Oct 27, 2-6pm; RMB199. Bravo. Tickets.
Sat, Oct 27: Halloween Party at SD Livehouse
Expect thrilling music, dancing zombies, scary clowns, customized makeup and more at SD Livehouse this weekend. The live music venue is playing host to a witch-themed party, where live electronic and rock music are set to liven up the evening on October 27. There will also be a variety of games to entertain party-goers.
Sat Oct 27, 7-8.30pm/9-11.30pm; RMB128/RMB188 VIP. SD Livehouse. See event listing. Tickets.
Sat, Oct 27: Vienna Boys’ Choir
Image via Vienna Boys' Choir website
With a history spanning five centuries, the celebrated Vienna Boys’ Choir are, without a doubt, one of the world’s best acts and share a reputation comparable to that of the Vienna Philharmonic. World-class composers and conductors such as Mozart, Haydn, Schubert and Bruckner were once members of the choir, which is divided into four touring groups named after these four musical masters. Though based in Austria, the choir is comprised of talented young vocalists from all over the world. Catch their performance at Xinghai Concert Hall this week.
Sat Oct 27, 8pm; RMB180-680. Xinghai Concert Hall. See event listing. Tickets.
Sat, Oct 27: Grimm Halloween Party
This Saturday, spend a spooky evening at Mg bar, which will be decked out with skeletons, zombies and tombstones. Special cocktails such as ‘blood bag’ and ‘zombie,’ as well as an array of ‘scary’ snacks are set to delight, while Halloween make-up sessions, live performances and a lucky draw are screaming for your participation.
Sat Oct 27, 6.30pm-1am; free entry. Mg (Conrad Guangzhou). See event listing.
Sun, Oct 28: FortePiano Trio
Image via FortePiano website
A flutist, cellist and pianist make up FortePiano Trio. Hailing from Italy, the classical musicians actively explore the range of their instruments by tackling extended compositions, adding their own unique twist to time-honored arrangements. Having dedicated themselves to music from a young age, the threesome has studied intensely at musical institutions devoted to theory and skill refinement.
Sun Oct 28, 3pm; RMB180. Guangzhou Opera House. See event listing. Tickets.
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Until Nov 4: Relax in the Sky
Image via Langham Place, Guangzhou
Chill out and relax in the open-air Sky Bar at Langham Place, Guangzhou over the neon-dotted cityscape, while enjoying drinks and snacks under the stars. From 6-7pm, buy one glass of select wine and get another for free. Additionally, a 20 percent discount is given on any bottle of wine or spirits purchased from 9.30pm to midnight. All prices are subject to service charges and applicable taxes.
Until Nov 4, 5.30pm-midnight. Sky Bar (Langham Place, Guangzhou). See event listing.
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[Cover image via FortePiano website, Riverdance website, LN Hotel Five, Guangzhou, Wiener Sängerknaben/Facebook, QQ video]
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