That's Shanghai takes a look at the best of the week:
Apr 18: WellingTEN Talks
These 10-minute lectures emphasizes communicating a message to a large audience concisely and with increasing excitement about the world of ideas and possibilities. Speakers Mr. Julian Thomas (Master, Wellington College), Mr. Ruiming Ni (Master of Shanghai Pudong High School) and Mr. Gerard MacMahon (Master of Wellington College International Shanghai) will be given one central idea to play around with in the inaugural edition of the WellingTEN lecture series.
Apr 18, 10.45-11.45am, RMBTBA. Wellington College International Shanghai, see event listing.
Apr 18: Shanghai Superbowl
Pirata’s Ling Huang and Liquid Laundry’s Simon Sunwoo team up to showcase their original recipes - beef noodles and spicy fried chicken (Huang) and kimchi jigae and an octopus wrap (Sunwoo). Dishes range from RMB40-68 with Boxing Cat’s extra pale available for RMB30.
Apr 18, 5pm-late, free entry. Pirata.
From Apr 18: White Asparagus at Paulaner Bräuhaus
It’s the season for the Royal Vegetable and all branches of Paulaner Bräuhaus will be serving up traditional white asparagus dishes until supplies last.
Apr 18-July 1. Paulaner Bräuhaus, see event listing.
Apr 19: Shanghai SIPG vs Melbourne Victory
It's been a busy month for Shanghai SIPG. While they're off to a slightly dissapointing start to the China Super League, including a draw against hometown rivals Shanghai Shenhua, they have recorded three victories in the AFC Champions League. They'll battle Melbourne on Tuesday in their one reamining AFC Champions League group stage home game, needing just a point to qualify. In the Chinese Super League they take on Yanbian Funde (Apr 29). Across town at Hongkou Football Stadium, Shanghai Shenhua hosts Hebei CFF (Apr 24).
Apr 19, 7.30pm, RMB50-380. Shanghai Stadium, tickets.
Apr 19: Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall
Spike Lee’s documentary examines Michael Jackson’s transition from child star to the potent artist behind the classic Off the Wall. Released last year to great acclaim, it’s the latest in Grumpy Pig’s intimate film screenings with space limited to 35 people. Film starts at 9.30pm.
Apr 19, 9-11pm, RMBTBA. The Grumpy Pig.
Apr 20: Les Naturelles Edition 02: Burgundy @ Franck Bistrot
Following last month’s successful Loire Valley event, Les Naturalles gives love to Burgundy. Root Cellar will introduce some of their finest wines from the region starting at 7pm for a tasting, followed by a sumptuous dinner at Franck.
Apr 20, 7pm, RMB548. Franck Bistrot, see event listing.
Apr 20-29: Dangerous Liaisons
After thrilling families with their adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's The Snow Queen, Theatre Anon tackles another classic. However, this show is for the adults with Aaran Hawkins and Natasha Portwood starring as the aristocractic Sebastian and Isabelle, who attempt to seduce the virginal Cecile (Crystal Chu) in a fit of revenge. While the show is based on Choderlos de Laclos' 1782 novel, this production takes place in modern Shanghai. For more, check out our feature on Dangerous Liaisons.
Apr 20-29 (Wed-Sat), 7.30pm, RMB200-220. Finger Moving Lifestyle Space, 2/F, Lane 273, Jiaozhou Lu, by Xinzha Lu 胶州路273号, 近新闸路 (the.theatre.anon@gmail.com)
Apr 21-22: NIGHTSHFT Festival Pre-parties
The SHFT crew are throwing a massive warehouse party next month featuring OG Maco and UZ. To build up hype, they’re throwing pre-parties including the return of acclaimed Toronto producer GrandTheft, who performs at LeBaron on Thursday. The next night, Arkham hosts rising London producer Troyboi, who has remixed ILoveMakonnen and have collaborated with Flosstradamus and Diplo (who is headlining next month’s MYTH Festival).
Apr 21, 10pm-late, RMBTBA. Le Baron, see event listing.
Apr 22, 10pm-late, RMB100-200 (RMB160 for SHFT followers). Arkham, see event listing.
Apr 21-24: The 39 Steps
New York actress Amy Kersten (Venus in Furs) returns to Shanghai in Urban Aphrodite's production of Patrick Barlow's hit comedic take on the Hitchock classic. Kersten will be one of the four actors tasked with bringing the entire 1935 spy classic to life in this show of big accents and bigger physical comedy. For more, check out our feature on The 39 Steps.
Apr 21-24, 8pm (10am student matinee on Thurs and 2pm family matinee on Sun), RMB200-220. The Pearl, see event listing.
Apr 21-May 8: Going to Baidi
Shanghai Dramatic Arts Center hosts this intriguing original bilingual production. With dialogue in English and Chinese, Going to Baidi brings together three actresses from China (Sun Ningfang), USA (Awesta Zarif - Fight Club, The Learned Ladies) and Ghana (Rebecca Etebopinil - International Performance Studio). The show follows a woman in extreme poverty who must make a life-changing decision that threatens her dream - going to Baidi.
Apr 21-May 8, 7.30pm (2pm on Sundays), RMB180-300. Shanghai Dramatic Arts Center, see event listing. Tickets.
Apr 22: The Huntsman: Winter’s War
This sequel to the 2012 hit Snow White and the Huntsman ditches Snow White for a new adventure focusing on Chris Hemsworth’s returning Eric the Huntsman. However, Charlize Theron’s evil queen looms from her past terrors against her younger sister (Emily Blunt) and an ingenious plot to make her return after death. In theaters nationwide on April 22.
Apr 22: Community Passover Seder
Celebrate a passover seder that includes a reading of the Hagada. A separate program for kids featuring a youth leader from New York has also been arranged. Challah!
Apr 22, 6.30-9pm, RMB380 (RMB280 for Pudong residents and RMB180 for kids). Kerry Hotel (Pudong).
Apr 22: The Surfcoasters
21 years ago, this surf-rock group took part in a televised battle of bands. Although they didn’t win, it was the start of an awesome career that’s seen the group a mass amount of fans while performing with legends like Dick Dale, ‘the king of surf guitar.’ The Psyders and Round Eye support.
Apr 22, 9pm-late, RMBTBA. Yuyintang, see event listing.
Apr 22: Lite
New Noise are bringing in the Japanese math rock giants for a five-city China tour. Known for their emotional compositions that mix edgy riffs with complex rhythms, Lite has worked with Tortoise’s John McEntire and have headlined their country’s massive Fuji Rock Festival.
Apr 22, 9-10.30pm, RMB100-150. MAO Livehouse, tickets. See event listing.
Apr 22: Kai Luen
Revered for his funk-infused soulful hip-hop beats, Beijing producer Soulspeak introduces a darker side of his musical personality. His debut record as Kai Luen is full of dark soundscapes composed of field recordings of noisy China reshaped into apocalyptic grooves. The Hollow Ghost will be released on SVBKVLT with an album release party at the Shanghai label's affiliated club, The Shelter. For more, check out our feature on Kai Luen.
Apr 22, 10pm-late, RMB50. The Shelter, see event listing.
Apr 22-23: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Shanghai Grand Theatre’s yearlong celebration of Shakespeare continues with the Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève's wholly original take of the Bard's romantic comedy classic, where the playwright himself is caught in the crosshairs of a fairy dispute. Created by Michel Kelemenis, A Midsummer Night's Dream has won praise for its unique story, stunning choreography and sumptuous sets. For more, check out our feature on A Midsummer Night's Dream.
Apr 22-23, 7.30pm, RMB180-880. Shanghai Grand Theatre, tickets. See event listing.
Apr 22-24: 2016 SH International Yoga Conference
The second edition of this massive yoga conference features some of the world’s finest yoga masters leading over 70 hours of yoga workshops. With so many classes, there’s something for everyone of all skill and interest levels.
Apr 22-24, 9am-8.15pm (Fri), 8am-8pm (Sat), 8am-6.30pm (Sun), RMB1,280. Andaz Xintiandi.
Apr 22-24: 2016 Shanghai International Art Festival of Tattoos
Appreciators of body art won’t want to miss this massive exhibition featuring some of the world’s foremost tattoo artists. Browse through a dizzying array of artwork or get tatted up on-site.
Apr 22-24, 9am, RMB80 (RMB150 for three day pass). Shanghai Everbright Convention, 66 Caobao Lu, by Caoxi Lu 漕宝路66号，近漕溪路. Tickets.
Apr 22-25: Hawaii Aloha Day
Hawaiian culture is celebrated at this family friendly event featuring Hula dance master Kumu Mikilani and musician Arlene Iwalani. Guests will learn an authentic Hula dance and how to play ukulele in a Hawaiian style.
Apr 22-25, 2-5.30pm, RMB75 (ukulele workshop) or RMB120 (hula workshop). Bldg 5, 666 Xinhua Lu, by Kaixuan Lu 新华路666号5号, 楼靠近凯旋路 (41612562@qq.com)
Apr 23: Kiddies Fairy Tale @ Paulaner
Paulaner Brauhaus on Fenyang Lu will transform its playground into a fantasy world. Elves, princesses, dwarves and other curious characters will greet guests with activities like face painting and DIY clowning set-up for children and the young at heart. Parents can sit back and enjoy an all-you-can eat buffet spread of Bavarian and international food with RMB60 specials on 0.5L of Paulaner beer.
Apr 23, 10am-2pm, RMB228 (RMB108 for 10-15 years old, RMB78 for kids 3-9 years old, free for children under 3 years old). Paulaner Brauhaus (Fenyang Lu), see event listing.
Apr 23: Book & Roses Festival
Originating from Barcelona, the Sant Jordi (Books&Roses) Festival bring together World Book Day and Valentine’s in Jing’an Park. Two stages will be set up providing live music and literary talks, while on-site activities include all-day-long kids activities and plenty of artists corners. Libraries, bookstores and printing houses will be on site, with thousands of roses set across Jing’an Park. Also lots of Catalan tapas and beer followed by a rumba afterparty at Cabra. See full program at www.booksandroses.cn
Apr 23, 10am, RMBTBA. Jing'an Park, see event listing.
Apr 23: Beyond the Bund - New Concepts, Progressive Communities, Alternative Lifestyles
Shanghai Young Bakers Cécile Cavoizy, Basement 6’s Katy Roseland, SpaceGAMBIT’s Alex Cureton Griffiths and FabLab’s Jeff Ding are among the speakers lined up for this inspiring day dedicated to innovation, art and social enterprise. A mix of creative pop-ups ranging from food to art will also be on-site.
Apr 23, 10am-7pm, RMB160-180. 258 Yangzhai Lu, by Kaixuan Lu.
Apr 23: TEDxShanghaiWomen
Normally closed off to the public, Saatori will present their Get to the Point workshop to the TEDxShanghaiWomen community. Saatori founder and Executive Coach Mary Rezek will share her experiences excelling in China’s business world with tips on distilling complex information in a simple way, with audience members thinking through live scenarios. Space is limited to 24 people.
Apr 23, 1pm, RMB600-750. The Living Room by Octave.
Apr 23: Earth Day Talk with Doug Woodring The Ocean, Our Environment and Plastic
Glam hosts the UNEP Climate Hero and Google Earth Hero devoted to the issue of plastic pollution. With the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Bank’s support, Woodring has been devoted to illuminating the issue of plastic’s afterlife and its increasing pollution of the oceans. This talk will explore the issue while discussing how mapping tools, measurement programs and the sounds of nature can have a huge impact in improving this issue.
Apr 23, 4pm, RMB75. Glam, see event listing.
Apr 23: Color Pub Crawl
ShanghaiPRIDE returns in June and as usual there will be plenty of pre-festival parties to build up anticipation. This second annual Spring Pub Crawl fundraiser has a theme of colors, with six friendly venues in Jing’an and Jiatong University area taking part.Tickets include free entry and drink deals to bars, plus there will be plenty of fun games and activities on the party bus. Dress code: colorful and fabulous. Bus leaves first bar at 8pm.
Apr 23, 8pm, RMB150-180. Meet at Bubby Nation, see event listing. Tickets.
Apr 23: Zmack Anniversary
The long-running improv group is celebrating its seventh anniversary with a raucous show that takes over the third floor of Sasha’s. Proceeds will go Zmack’s summer tour of Chicago.
Apr 23, 8.30pm, RMB100 (with one drink). Sasha's, see event listing.
Apr 23-24: KTGA Spring Fest
Kick the Gong Around takes over the third floor of the former slaughterhouse-turned-Hongkou creative hub 1933 for its sixth grand bazaar. Specialists in narrative environments, they’ve crafted a Fantastical Botanical space full of pop-ups, artistic performance and generally chill vibes perfect for the spring.
Apr 23-24, 2-9pm (Sat) and noon-8pm (Sun), RMB50. 1933 Shanghai, www.kickthegongaround.com.
Apr 23-24: Historic Shanghai Walking Tours
Historic Shanghai continues to bring to life Tess Johnston’s recently released final edition of her revered Shanghai Walking Tour books. Contributors to The Where’s Where of the Who’s Who of Old Shanghai will bring to life the neighborhoods they covered including Patrick Cranley & Tina Kanagaratnam’s Around the Racecourse: Cabarets, Christians and Champagne Days walk of old Shanghai’s playground on Apr 23 and Katya Knyazeva’s Shanghai Old Town: Topography of a Phantom City walk on Apr 24.
Apr 23-24, 2pm, RMB400 (RMB350 for Historic Shanghai members) or RMB250 (RMB200 for Historic Shanghai members) on Apr 24. Details on meeting location will be given after RSVPing with info@historic-shanghai.com.
Apr 24: Allen Iverson 2016 China Exchange Match
Recently selected to the NBA Hall of Fame, former MVP Allen Iverson has organized this exhibition game at Luwan Gymnasium. While game details are hard to come by, it's a rare opportunity to see AI in the flesh, who remains a beloved figure for being a fearless and dominant scorer in a game full of big men.
Apr 24, 3pm, RMB588-1,888. Luwan Gymnasium, tickets.
Apr 24: MACS 2nd Annual Charity Dinner
JW Marriott hosts this charity dinner organized by the Shanghai American School affiliated Make a Child Smile. Student musicians will perform adding to an elegant atmosphere that includes a buffet of delectable food provided by Marriott Café. A silent auction will also be held and proceeds from the event will go to the Shanghai Huixin Orphanage Education Program.
Apr 24, 6-9pm, RMB375. JW Marriott, tickets.
Apr 24: Janice Martin And The Pop Band
The wildly popular violinist has won Stradivarius Awards while also thrilling audiences as the self-proclaimed “world’s only acrobatic aerial violinist.”
Apr 24, 7.15pm, RMB180-580. Shanghai Grand Theatre.
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