That's PRD takes a look at the best of the week:
Jun 7-8: Russian State Ballet's Swan Lake
If it’s Russian ballet – and it’s not The Nutcracker – it must be Swan Lake, Tchaikovsky’s behemoth of ballet tracking the tragedy of Princess Odette. Expect the full range of human emotions “from hope to despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy to ecstasy” and the classic choreography passed down across generations of dancers. Enjoy it once again or bring a new fan to understand the well-deserved glory of Russian ballet.
Jun 7-8, 8pm; RMB280-880. Shenzhen Children's Palace. See event listing. Tickets.
Jun 7: Uppercutz x Pomegranate Sounds
An eclectic dubstep project is pairing up with party organizers to host a night of bass-heavy fun. Chongqing's Slim Doctor, Shenzhen's DJ Quest and Hong Kong DJs Fabsabs and LëKSs will all be playing at Oil Club's semi-hidden venue.
Jun 7, 10pm; RMB40 presale, RMB60 door. Oil Club. See event listing. Tickets.
Jun 8: Britcham Golf Tournament
Over 100 players from South China are gathering for this 18-hole tournament at one of Shenzhen's cushiest courses. The British Chamber of Commerce will host an awards dinner buffet afterwards at the Hard Rock Cafe, giving participants the chance to mingle off the golfing green. Plus, the Hard Rock Hotel is offering special deals on one-night stays; click here for more details and to find out how to register.
Jun 8, 12.30-8.30pm; RMB1,600 individual, RMB6,400 team. Mission Hills Golf Club. See event listing. Register.
Jun 9: Guinguette Party
Guinguette prides itself as the antidote to events that take themselves too seriously. The party's roots stem from 'guinguettes' of 1700s France — popular hangouts that offered drinks, food and dance to customers who wanted to enjoy themselves. Shenzhen's modern version include games, live music and delicious French cuisine, all in an inviting setting. This year’s edition include wine tasting, patisserie workshop (reservations required), French cheese discovery session and 'melted cheese happening’… which we thought was called 'fondue.'
Jun 9, 6pm; RMB350 presale, RMB400 door, RMB80 children under 14, free entry for children under 6. SoFun Land. See event listing. Tickets.
Jun 9: Shenzhen Eat 5th Anniversary
Celebrate the fifth anniversary of Shenzhen Eat this week with a pool party at The Westin Shenzhen Nanshan. For RMB70 (early bird pricing), enjoy live music, a complimentary glass of beer or wine and the chance to win a prize in the lucky draw. Each attendee will also walk away with a gift bag that comes chock-full of cool F&B items and vouchers.
Jun 9, 4-9pm; RMB70 early bird, RMB100 regular pricing. The Westin Shenzhen Nanshan.
Jun 9-10: A Love Electric
Jazz-influenced rock act A Love Electric hails from Mexico City. Since inception, the trio has toured Argentina, Panama, Germany, Spain, Morocco and more, garnering praise for their "blistering" (Prague Post) and "fascinating" (NPR) performances. Check them out at Mars Livehouse (8pm, RMB80 presale, RMB100 door) this Saturday, or Lavo (10pm, free entry) the following night.
Jun 9-10. Mars Livehouse. Lavo. See event listings. Tickets.
Jun 9: Ludovico Einaudi
The minimalist compositions of Piedmont’s Einaudi have won a strong following over the decades, with chart-topping albums and sales in the millions. The composer smashes the divisions between genres, forging an alchemy of classical, rock, electronica and world music for film, television and his sold-out performances.
Jun 9, 8pm; RMB480-1,280. Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center. See event listing. Tickets.
Jun 10: Boat & Island Party
Always wanted to party on a boat? Now's your chance, with this eight-hour party promising plenty of watery fun plus island shenanigans. DJs will be spinning dance hits, while free flow alcohol promises to get the party going. Tickets include everything, from transportation to/from Huizhou to a buffet lunch. Book by scanning the QR code above.
Jun 10, 8am; RMB538-588. PandoraParties. See event listing.
Jun 10: Family Day for CnPRIDE
It's a relaxing afternoon with games for the kids, part of the region-wide celebration of LGBT Pride. Same-sex couples with children, parents of LGBT kids and friends of all stripes are welcome to this afternoon community gathering to enjoy pizza and beer with plenty of new friends.
Jun 10, 2-7pm; free entry. Bionic Brewpub. See event listing.
Jun 10: All-Star Football Game
The world of All-Star Football (‘soccer,’ if you’re American) returns to Shenzhen for another blow-out match in the third stop of its China tour. Batistuta, Totti, Maldini, Shevchenko and 40 other stars of the sport will ignite a fire in the hearts of fans, driving them to victory in Bao’an Stadium.
Jun 10, 7pm; RMB280-1,880. Bao'an Stadium. See event listing. Tickets.
Ongoing: Greater Bay Area Art Exhibit
As part of SZUMMER PRIDE 2018, the Greater Bay Art Exhibition presents works from artists who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex or otherwise support fair treatment for all genders and sexual orientations. Artists in Shenzhen, Dongguan and elsewhere in the PRD region are on display, with all pieces auctioned online. Proceeds will be donated to PFLAG China, bringing together LGBTQ people and their families across the country, and Zhitong, which helps prevent HIV transmission in Guangdong.
Jun 1-30, 6pm; free entry. Wine Lab. See event listing.
[Image via Pit Buehler]
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