39 Awesome Upcoming Events in Shanghai

By That's Shanghai, November 6, 2024

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Featured Events

Blue Man Group @ ROJO Art Space

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Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter and surprises.

Operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy and non-verbal communication.

Featuring a diverse mix of percussion instruments made of atypical objects, such as drums with paint sprays and an organ made of PVC pipes, expect a unique blend of music, technology, and humor.

Scan the QR code below to get your tickets now:

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Now Until Dec 1, 2.30pm & 7.30pm; RMB280-1,089

ROJO Art Space – Art Center Hall, 570 Huaihai West Road, Changning District 上海市长宁区淮海西路570号


Rebecca @ Shanghai Culture Square

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Two of the most successful musical authors in the German-speaking world, Michael Kunze and Sylvester Levay, have created another magnificent masterpiece.

The spectacular production Rebecca, based on the world-famous novel by Daphne du Maurier, tells a romantic love story at the Manderley estate, set in Cornwall, which gradually develops into a gripping thriller with lots of intrigues and dark surprises.

A shy and naïve young girl falls in love with the aristocratic widower Maxim de Winter after they meet in Monte Carlo. She then accepts to return to Manderley, a magnificent mansion by the seaside, with him as his wife.

However, sinister housekeeper, Mrs. Danvers, awaits, and openly shows her disdain of the new lady of the house, while Max seems to be hiding a troubled mind and a dark secret.

Manderley is obsessed by a shadow from the past – the late Mrs de Winter, Rebecca. With the discovery of Rebecca’s body, the secret of Manderley is about to be revealed…

With more than 20 top-class actors and actresses, accompanied by an orchestra, and featuring the original costumes, this staged concert version of the successful German-language musical is a must-see.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Now Until Sun Nov 17, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB480-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号,近陕西南路


Wednesday

Taylor Swift, Maroon 5 & Lady Gaga Tribute Show @ The Pearl

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The Pearl’s Red Stars band will be paying tribute to the biggest stars of the 2000s: Maroon 5, Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Wed Nov 6, 8pm; RMB100

The Pearl471 Zhapu Lu,by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号,近武进路


Thursday

Elizaveta Porodina | UN/MASKED @ Fotografiska Shanghai

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"It is dedicated to this 'stranger side' in all of us, to that uncovered color in your kaleidoscope."

Elizaveta Porodina

Following the show in Fotografiska Stockholm, Berlin and New York, Elizaveta Porodina will bring her latest exhibition 'UN/MASKED' to Shanghai, inviting Chinese audience to step into her abstract and surrealist photographs reflecting her inner world, and to experience an exploration of their own inner-self.

The artworks in the show examine the way we present ourselves to others and the many aspects of our personalities we hide away.

"It’s about the personas that we put on," Porodina explains, "and the masks and the layers that we are creating to make other people’s, or our own experiences of life, easier and more graspable for ourselves."

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Thu Nov 7 until Feb 16, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路


Whiskey Tasting & Dinner @ Mortons Grille

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A very special whiskey tasting and dinner at Morton's Grille, featuring some fantastic drams alongside a sumptuous feast.

Thu Nov 7, 7pm-Late; RMB900-1,100

Morton's Grille, Raffles City Changning, Bldg H4, 1195 Changning Lu, by Kaixuan Lu, Changning District 长宁路1195号长宁来福士4号古建, 近凯旋路


Cila X Dufour Popup @ Cila

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The Cila X Dufour Popup collaboration will start offering special perks every Thursday. The Cila rooftop will be open, inviting friends to gather around the fire pit.

Guests can enjoy Dufour's custom northwest-style cocktails created exclusively for Cila, along with buy-one-get-one-free skewers and cocktails, and a 50% discount on Shisha.

Thu Nov 7, 9pm

Cila, 122 Wulumuqi Nan Lu, by Yongjia Lu, Xuhui District 乌鲁木齐南路122号, 近永嘉路


11th Anniversary @ The Pearl

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Mark your calendar for November 7 as the Pearl will celebrate their 11th Anniversary in true Pearl style! 

The night will be hosted by the fabulous Cocosanti, featuring a dazzling showcase of cabaret, burlesque, and acts from your favorite shows.

The energy will keep rising with live music from the Red Stars band, guaranteed to get everyone up, jumping, and dancing the night away.

To top off this unforgettable evening, award-winning Chef Lung will serve his signature dishes and debut some new culinary delights, including the brand-new late-night Cantonese dim sum-inspired menu.

Come celebrate 11 years of magic, music, and memories at The Pearl!

READ MORE: The Pearl Turns 11! Pappa-G's 11 Legendary Memories

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Thu Nov 7, 9pm; RMB111

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路


Friday

Kiwi Drinks @ Cotton's

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Kiwi Drinks at Cotton's, scan the QR to register for free and end the work week the right way.

Fri Nov 8, 6-9pm; Free Entry

Cotton's, 294 Xinhua Lu, by Panyu Lu 新华路294 号, 近番禺路


Bryce Kendall @ Abbey Road

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Live music from Bryce Kendall at Abbey Road, featuring pop and folk covers from the 60s to the present day.

Fri Nov 8, from 7.30pm; Free Entry

Abbey Road, 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu 桃江路3号, 近汾阳路


Coldplay Tribute Concert @ The Pearl

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Coldpearl, a tribute to post-Britpop alternative rockers Coldplay.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Fri Nov 8, 8.30pm; RMB160

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路


Night at the Museum @ Fotografiska Shanghai

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On November 8, Fotografiska's Night at the Museum series returns with Bacardi!

Just in time for Shanghai Art Week, they've invited Chen Wei, artist of our exhibition 'Sweet Dreams,' and his music label Sound Fields to present 'Uncertain Voltage • Shanghai,' a special night tour of the art museum event in the fall.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Fri Nov 8, 9pm-Midnight; RMB120, includes one drink

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路


Friday & Saturday

80s Roller Disko @ RIINK

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Roll back in time at RIINK's 80s Roller Disko this weekend!

DJ FLYZ will transport you with groovy retro tunes while you effortlessly glide on vibrant wheels. Enjoy fun props, preserve cherished moments, and bask in delightful retro vibes!

Indulge in refreshing drinks and delectable diner food from the bar and kitchen, available round the clock. Rock your retro look in electric colors or latex attire to earn a free shot from the bar!

Send message on RIINK WeChat with secret code 'That’s How I Roll' for a special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!

READ MORE: Exclusive ¥88 RIINK Deal for That's Shanghai Readers!

Fri & Sat Nov 8 & 9, from 7pm; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室


Magic Jungle @ La Suite

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Experience a unique weekend in La Suite, where the enchanting Magic Jungle invites you to embark on an extraordinary adventure.

Here, you will be guided through the enigmatic jungle, allowing you to immerse yourself in the fantasy and exhilaration of the vibrant party atmosphere.

Fri & Sat Nov 8 & 9, 10pm-Late; Free entry, drinks and canapes before 11:30pm, RMB100 after, includes one drink

La Suite, 1111 Wuding Rd., by Yanping Rd. 武定路1111号, 近延平路

For all La Suite events this week click here


Saturday

La Nuit Blanche: White Night on the Bund @ BU Castle

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Prepare for an unforgettable night at La Nuit Blanche, Shanghai's most renowned White Party, held at the breathtaking Luxurious Castle on the Bund.

This exclusive event promises to be a dazzling celebration of elegance and music, featuring two spectacular stages where Shanghai's best DJs will curate an electrifying atmosphere.

As the sun sets over the Bund, immerse yourself in a world of glamour, dancing under the stars in your finest white attire.

The stunning backdrop of the Castle adds a touch of magic, creating an enchanting setting for a night filled with excitement and joy. 

La Nuit Blanche is more than just a party; it's a celebration of life, unity, and the vibrant spirit of Shanghai. 

With its captivating ambiance and high-energy performances, this event is set to be one of the highlights of the year.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this iconic night — secure your tickets now and get ready to dance the night away in pure white elegance!

For VIP Table booking contact 152 2147 2779

Scan the QR code below to get your tickets now:


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Sat Nov 9, 5pm-2am; RMB118-138

BU Castle, L501B-1, 99 Beijing Dong Lu, by Yuanmingyuan Lu 北京东路99L501B-1, 圆明园路


Linkin Park: A Tribute to Chester @ The Pearl

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At this month’s Linkin Park / Nu Metal show at The Pearl, the core focus will be on Linkin Park to honor his memory of Chester Bennington as best they know how... by rocking and moshing hard!

Along with the major Linkin Park hits, the Red Stars will be banging out tunes from Korn, Limp Bizkit, Deftones, Godsmack, Disturbed, Papa Roach, System of a Down, Rage Against The Machine and Three Days Grace. This will be a high voltage concert from start to finish.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

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Sat Nov 9, 8.30pm; RMB150

The Pearl471 Zhapu Lu,by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号,近武进路


Saturday-Monday

Martini Gansl @ Zeitgeist and Zeitgeist Bites

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Head to Zeitgeist and Zeitgeist Bites for a taste of Austrian tradition with their Martini Gansl dinner!

From November 9 to 11, enjoy a festive roast goose meal in celebration of St. Martin’s Day, an Austrian holiday symbolizing abundance and warmth.

The special menu includes perfectly roasted goose with classic sides like red cabbage and bread dumplings.

Whether you’re familiar with Austrian customs or experiencing them for the first time, this festive dinner promises a cozy, memorable evening filled with rich flavors and tradition.

Sat-Mon Nov 9-11, ; RMB248 per person or 1,180 for three to four people

Zeitgeist, 537 Haifang Lu, by Xikang Lu, Jing'an District 海防路537近西康路

Zeitgeist Bites, Lidoway, C2-158 1361, Xiewei Lu 泾镇 谢卫路13611 C2-158


Sunday

Joaquín Sorolla: A Walk Through Light @ Shanghai Metro

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The Cervantes Institute once again transforms the Shanghai Metro into a stage for the artistic heritage of Spain.

In collaboration with the Embassy of Spain in China, AECID, and Turespaña, along with the Sorolla Museum in Madrid, and with the support of the Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias, the exhibition 'Joaquín Sorolla. A Walk Through Light' is presented.

This exhibition features nearly 50 life-size recreations of iconic works by the Valencian artist. Alongside greats like Goya and Velázquez, Sorolla was known as 'the painter of light.' He captured the clarity and color of Mediterranean landscapes and the everyday life of Spain during his time like few others.

The exhibited works are characterized by a vibrant color palette and a masterful use of light, which imparts a unique energy and strength to the paintings.

From Sun Nov 10-Mar 31; Free 

Middle Longhua Station, Exits 1 & 2


Jazz Brunch @ Abbey Road

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Head to Abbey Road for a brunch accompanied by some good ol' jazz music.

Sun Nov 10, Brunch 11am-3pm

Jazz from 12-2pm; Free Entry

Abbey Road, 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu 桃江路3号, 近汾阳路


Cotton Blues @ JZ Club

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The legendary Cotton Club Band play the blues at JZ Club, in an after party for the JZ Festival.

Sun Nov 10, 7-9pm; RMB168

JZ Club, Watertower Plaza, 8 Hengshan Lu, by Wulumuqi Nan Lu, Xuhui District 衡山路8号水塔广


Monday

Positive Parenting Workshops @ CCS Jing'An Office

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Join the Positive Parenting Tribe! Looking to boost your parenting skills with practical tools and strategies? Whether you're a parent of toddlers or teens, Positive Parenting workshops are designed to help you nurture stronger connections with your children.

It’s never too early to start, and never too late to grow as a parent. Come learn, share, and thrive in a warm, supportive environment. Check out the flyer for more details.

Every Mon, 9am; RMB150 RMB per class

CCS Jing'An Office, 26/F, Bldg A, 129 Datian Lu, by Fengyang Lu, Jing'an District 大田路129号A栋26楼, 近凤阳路


Tuesday

We Love Movies Quiz @ El Santo

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This week's themed quiz at El Santo is We Love Movies. Entry is absolutely free and – as always – there will be great prizes on offer. If all that excitement is not enough for you, it is Taco Tuesday, with tacos – and Corona, and house wine, and frozen margaritas – all just RMB20!

Scan the QR on the poster above to reserve a spot.

Tue Nov 12, 7.30pm; Free Entry

El Santo, B/1, Found 158, 158 Julu Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu 巨鹿路158号B1层, 近瑞金一路


 K-POP Trivia Night @ RIINK

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This week is K-POP!

Every Tuesday starting at 8pm, Trivia Night at RIINK, simple trivia to tease your brain. Six catagories of fun trivia, RMB300 bar tab for first, RMB200 bar tab for second, and shots for third!

With a different theme each week,  bring your friends, form a team, food and drinks served till late, participants enjoy happy hour all night long!  

Tue Nov 12, 8-10pm; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室


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Stage Shows

European Chamber Music: Classical Masterpieces @ Yunjian Theater

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An afternoon of classical masterpieces from the European Chamber Music Quintet, including the composers Strauss, Mozart, Georges Bizet, Edward Elgar, and Beethoven.

Enjoy the following set list:

  • The Blue Danube

  • The Marriage of Figaro

  • Carmen Suite - Habanera Dance

  • Salut d’Amour - Love's Greeting

  • Ludwig van Beethoven - Ode to Joy

  • Symphony NO.5 in C Minor, 0p.67

  • Turkish March

  • Serenade for String in G Major - Mozart

  • Swan Lake Suite

  • Auld Lang Syne

  • Troika

  • Voices Of Spring

  • Toreador Song - Carmen

  • Hungarian Dance No. 5

  • Love Theme from Romeo & Juliet

  • Mariage D'Amour

  • Jasmine Flower - Chinese folk songs

  • The Lovers - Chinese folk songs

  • Radeski's March

Better still, we are offering a special two-for-one ticket deal, starting from just RMB180 for two people.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Sun Nov 24, 2.30pm; RMB180-380

Yunjian Theater, No. 69, Lane 6, Renmin Nan Lu, Songjiang District 松江区人民南路669


European Chamber Music: Modern Masterpieces @ Yunjian Theater

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Follwing on from an afternoon of classical masterpieces (see above, an evening of modern classics from the European Chamber Music Quintet.

Enjoy the following set list:

  • He's a Pirate

  • The Avengers

  • Main Titles

  • Young and Beautiful - Lana Del Rey

  • This Is Me

  • Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen

  • Mariage D'Amour

  • See You Again

  • Por Una Cabeza

  • Can You Feel The Love Tonight

  • More Than Love

  • Playing Love

  • My Heart Will Go On

  • Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence

  • Mystery of Love

  • A Thousand Years

  • City of Stars

  • Let It Go

  • Mission: Impossible

As with the afternoon performace (see above), we are offering a special two-for-one ticket deal, starting from just RMB180 for two people.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Sun Nov 24, 7.30pm; RMB180-380 special 2-for-1 ticket deal

Yunjian Theater, No. 69, Lane 6, Renmin Nan Lu, Songjiang District 松江区人民南路669


Dance for Life: Paul Taylor Dance Company Night of Eras @ AIA Grand Theater

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Paul Taylor, as one of the pioneers of modern dance, presented a total of 147 works throughout his creative career.

These works are renowned for their elegant and powerful expression, as well as their whimsical yet clear style.

Paul Taylor's dances are not just a visual delight; they delve into the complexities of human emotions and social issues, using body language to express complex themes that are difficult to depict in words, with every movement and posture filled with meaning.

His works span a range of themes, from romantic love stories to the struggle between good and evil, from the fragility of life to the inevitability of death, and even extend to the vast connections between society and the cosmos.

This unique expressiveness has made his works not only admired within the dance community but also allows a broad audience to feel the charm and profound meaning of art.

For their two-night Shanghai performance, the Company will perform selected pieces from his illustrious career, including 'Dust,' 'Promethium Fire,' 'Arden Court' and more.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Thu & Fri Dec 5 & 6, 7.30pm; RMB180-680

AIA Grand Theatre, 889 Dongdaming Lu, by Gongping Lu, Hongkou District 东大名路889近公平路


Ludwig² The King is Back @ Shanghai Culture Square

Ludwig² The King is Back tells the story of a fairytale king, Ludwig II, who ascended to the throne at the age of 18.

Deeply influenced by Wagner's operas, he loved art and pursued peace, and spent more than 10 years building Neuschwanstein Castle, hoping to make his fairytale come true, away from the chaos of political power and conspiracies.

Yet the king's actions intensifies the opposition's dissatisfaction, and they force a doctor to sign a certificate of mental illness, with mysterious tregedy ensuing.

With a large-scale orchestra of 65 people, gorgeous costumes and original musical artists, Ludwig² The King is Back will treat the audience to a grand, classical German musical feast, telling the dream and legend of the fairytale king.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Thu Dec 12-Sun Dec 15, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB680-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号,近陕西南路


Immortal Fighting Spirit: INFIN Wrestling Live Show @ Modern Sky Lab

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Experience history in the making as New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) arrives in China for the very first time!

On December 14, Shanghai will host the Antonio Inoki Memorial Event, uniting INFIN Pro Wrestling, NJPW, the Inoki Genome Federation (IGF), Dragon Fighting Wrestling (DFW), and the Hong Kong Wrestling Federation (HKWF) for a night honoring the legendary Antonio Inoki.

Don’t miss this unprecedented showcase of global talent, where wrestling giants and rising stars collide in a tribute to Inoki’s enduring legacy and indomitable spirit.

Be there for a thrilling night of action and witness wrestling history firsthand!

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Sat Dec 14, 7pm; RMB158-588

Modern Sky Lab, 3/F, Ruihong Tiandi, 188 Ruihong Lu, by Tianhong Lu 瑞虹路1883近天虹路


BEIDOU @ Shanghai International Dance Center

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BEIDOU is the first work of Shanmian Theater with a proscenium stage. Choreographed by Geng Zibo, the director of the acclaimed dance theater works MAD WORLD and SECRET WORLD, it is performed with prominent dancers from ZiBo Dance Theater. 

BEIDOU constructs a mysterious universe that is both distant and close, with plain but profound body language.

Inspired by the faith in the Big Dipper, one of the oldest constellations in Chinese astronomy, the story narrates the journey of a Polaris youth who, after a nightmare of falling through the Big Dipper, transcends reality and himself in a perilous quest to reclaim the Big Dipper.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Sat & Sun Dec 14 & 15, 7.30pm; RMB252-342

Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 桥路1650近水城路


Casanova @ Shanghai Culture Square

Based on Matteo Strukul's bestselling book Giacomo Casanova - La Sonata Dei Cuori Infranti, the Italian original musical Casanova celebrates Venice and tells the saga of her most famous son, Giacomo Casanova.

The musical is created and produced by Red Canzian, composer and bass player of the legendary Italian band POOH, and featuring costume design by award-winning designer Stefano Nicolao Atelier.

The show's Italian-inspired songs and dances, combined with beautiful historic costumes and scenes, bringing the splendor of 18th century Venice to life.

Giacomo Casanova himself is brought to life by internationally acclaimed performer, singer and actor Gian Marco Schiaretti, back to an Italian title for the first time in 13 years, after playing in international productions of Notre Dame de ParisDon Juan and more around the world.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Fri Dec 20-Sat Dec 28, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB480-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号,近陕西南路


Notre Dame de Paris @ Shanghai Culture Square

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Based on the acclaimed novel by Victor Hugo, Notre Dame de Paris tells the story of the bell-ringer cathedral Quasimodo and his tragic love for the beautiful gypsy Esmeralda.

This musical features the unforgettable music composed by Richard Cocciante with lyrics by Luc Plamondon, and lively expresses the whole of life, history and fate of the original novel with its magnificent scenes and energetic performances by an international ensemble of singers, dancers and acrobats. 

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Fri Jan 3-Mon Jan 27, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB480-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号,近陕西南路


Swan Lake @ Shanghai International Dance Center

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A Russian retelling of an old German folk tale, the story of Swan Lake is one of tragedy – that of Odette, a princess turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer's curse.

First staged by the Imperial Ballet at Moscow's Bolshoi Theatre in 1877, and with music composed by Tchaikovsky, Swan Lake is a masterpiece and a must-see for anybody interested in the art form – or who simply enjoys sheer spectacle.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

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Tue Dec 31, 7.30pm; RMB180-1,734

Wed Jan 1, 2pm; RMB180-1,734

Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 桥路1650近水城路


Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai @ Shanghai Circus World

Acrobatics, dance, theater and even extreme sports  long-running Shanghai multimedia spectacular Era's second season is in full swing at Shanghai Circus World.

The latest show, Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai, is a collaboration between a French choreography team and Chinese artists, featuring a completely new storyline and scenes, thrilling acrobatic skills, magnificent stage effects and the latest technologies.

Fans of the first season of Era, which attracted more than 5 million visitors over its 15-year run, will also be happy to hear they retain some of the classic attractions too, such as the bowl balancing act and thrilling, white-knuckle motorbike ball finale.

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Tickets

Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai is on at the following times:

  • Mon-Fri, 7.30pm

  • Sat & Sun, 2pm & 7.30pm

Tickets are priced RMB380-880.

Scan the QR code to get yours now:

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Shanghai Circus World, 2266 Gonghexin Lu, by Guangzhong Xi Lu 共和新路2266号, 近广中西路


Food & Drink

20% Off @ Tacolicious

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Tacolicious strives to push the boundaries, with in-house made fresh ingredients of fusion tacos, surrounded by a steady hip hop beat and heavily poured drinks.

Fan favorites at Tacolicious include the Fried Fish Tacos, the Steak Asado and – of course – the Grilled Shrimp.

On the drink side, a full bar compliments and highlights the fun atmosphere of Tacolicious, with their very popular Silver Coin Margarita, selection of frozen margaritas, fresh fruit daiquiris, secret shots, and blink-and-you’ll-miss-them specials on esoteric shots like Fernet Branca to the ever-popular Michelada.

Now you know about all that Tacoliciousness, have we got a deal for you – for a limited time only, we're selling RMB100 vouchers for Tacolicious for just RMB80.

Scan the QR code below to get yours now:

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Tacolicious, Room 104-105, 34 Yuyao Lu, by Xikang Lu 余姚路34号1幢104-105室, 近西康路


40% Off @ Mignon 9

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Mignon 9 is a trendy Parisian style restaurant on Wuyuan Lu, a tribute to the classic wine bistros of France, lending even more of a Paris backstreet feel to the already leafy-green, tree-lined roads of the former French Concession.

Click Here to Read Our Full Review

On T+ we are selling Mignon 9 coupons with a value of RMB200 for just RMB120 – a discount of 40%!

Get yours now by scanning the QR code below:

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Mignon 9, No.71 Wuyuan Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu, 五原路71号, 近乌鲁木齐路


Comedy

SpicyComedy English Stand-Up Showcase @ SpicyComedy Lounge

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SpicyComedy is stand-up in Shanghai featuring some of the funniest local and traveling comedians.

With shows held throughout the week at the SpicyComedy Lounge in Xintiandi, audiences are in for an unforgettable night of laughs.

READ MORE: Meet the Trilingual Comedian Spicing Up Shanghai's Comedy Scene

Each show features five to six talented English-language comedians, each performing 8-15 minute sets, varying with everything from spotlight specials with featured comedians to open mic nights for newcomers.

Upcoming Shows

  • Wed Nov 6, 7.30pm, RMB128

  • Fri Nov 8, 7.30pm, RMB150

  • Sat Nov 9, 4.30pm, RMB380

  • Sat Nov 9, 7.30pm, RMB380

  • Wed Nov 13, 7.30pm, RMB158

  • Fri Nov 15, 7.30pm, RMB188

  • Wed Nov 20, 7.30pm, RMB128

  • Fri Nov 22, 7.30pm, RMB188

  • Wed Nov 27, 7.30pm, RMB128

  • Fri Nov 29, 7.30pm, RMB150

  • Sat Nov 30, 7.30pm, RMB150

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SpicyComedy Lounge, 3/F, Building 6-7, South Block, 123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu 兴业路123弄,新天地时尚一期6-7号楼3层南里食集北区, 近马当路


Art Shows

Contemporary African Photography | Marvellous Realism @ Fotografiska Shanghai

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The first and largest exhibition of African photography in Asia, Marvellous Realism. The exhibition is curated by Ekow Eshun, project led by Lucy MacGarry, and proudly presented by Fotografiska in partnership with the KT Wong Foundation.

Focused primarily on sub-Saharan African countries, Marvellous Realism is transnational in outlook; the exhibition presents work by established and emerging artists using photography and film as a means to envisage contemporary African cultural identity as a state of ongoing possibility, in which myth, memory and movement weave together into a rich tapestry of expansively imaginative art works.

The exhibition is founded on an awareness of how the rich and diverse contemporary art and cultural scenes in Africa remain largely unknown to the Chinese public, in spite of the importance of long-standing economic and political relationships.

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Until Dec 1, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路


 'Three in One' by Li Weiyi @ Fotografiska Shanghai

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By deconstructing everyday objects from the real world and reassembling seemingly irrelevant elements, artist Li Weiyi not only breaks free from the constraints of conventional forms, but also challenges the boundaries of viewers' visual and cognitive experiences with her unique perspective.

'Three in One' is an exhibition that questions and reflects on the relationships between art, life, and self-awareness.

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Oct 13-Jan 12, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路


'Sweet Dreams' by Chen Wei @ Fotografiska Shanghai

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Artist Chen Wei has increasingly extended his practice to the exhibition site, continuously employing various media such as video, sound, and installation to reshape the possibilities of narrative images through scenario re-enacting. 

Through multidimensional artistic expression, he creates a space for thinking, inviting the viewers to rethink how to establish one’s own sense of time and the integrity of an individual in a technology-driven society.

Showcasing a set of new artworks by the artist created for this occasion, the exhibition is presented in a theatrical format that draws the viewers into a fragmented time-space of interwoven virtual and reality, focusing on the screen-dominated nature of contemporary life.

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Oct 13-Jan 12, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路


Live Music

Toshiki Soejima @ MAO Livehouse

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Known for his 2021 EP Life, Toshiki Soejima, Japan’s most innovative Neo-Soul Guitarist, is coming to China to bring his new album True to fans in Shanghai, Hangzhou and Guangzhou.

Toshiki showcases his musical identity through evocative songwriting and the distinct timbre of his guitar, focusing on instrumental sounds.

Well-known for his evocative live performances, which are full of emotional depth and philosophy, Toshiki perfectly blends the musical elements of blues, jazz and neo-soul, presenting the ultimate expression of emotion and melody to his audiences.

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Wed Nov 13, 7.30pm; RMB300

MAO Livehouse, 3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by Jianguo Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 3/F, 庆南路308近建国中路


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