That's Shenzhen takes a look at the best events of the week:
Thu, Sept 20: The Royal Concept
Image via The Royal Concept/Facebook
From the indie-sunshine pop of their early sound to the band’s glam-inspired follow-up, The Royal Concept have charmed listeners the world over. This upbeat Swedish quartet – vocals, guitar, bass and drum – bring their enthusiastic sound to Shenzhen’s B10 Live this week!
Thu Sept 20, 8pm; RMB150 presale, RMB200 door. B10 Live. See event listing. Tickets.
Fri, Sept 21: Flamenco Carmen
Image via 尚天河/Weibo
Carmen, the star of Bizet's beloved masterpiece, embodies the bold, unfettered fire that outsiders imagine of her roaming Roma people. Here, her tragic tale of love, envy, jealousy and hate is ferociously brought to life by lead dancer Inés Rubio, choreographer Matilde Rubio and the flamenco company of Ballet Español de Murcia.
Fri Sept 21, 8pm; Shenzhen Children’s Palace. See event listing.
Sat, Sept 22: Miaou
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Tokyo’s Miaou formed in 1999, when Tatsuki Hamasaki and sisters Hiromi and Mayumi Hasegawa came together over a university project and a shared love of Telefon Tel Aviv, Do Make Say Think and Boards of Canada. Drawing from those influences, Miaou went on to merge more electronic instruments and samples alongside their guitars, making music filled with swelling synths, spiraling melodies and IDM beats. It’s instrumental electronic dream-pop as seen from Tokyo.
Sat Sept 22, 8.30pm; RMB180 presale, RMB230 door. B10 Live. See event listing. Tickets.
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Sat, Sept 22: Laputa: Castle in the Sky
Image via Brian Knox/Flickr
This popular performance delights with songs from Studio Ghibli's animated classics – including the eponymous Laputa: Castle in the Sky, as well as Kiki's Delivery Service, My Neighbour Totoro, Princess Mononoke and the Oscar-winning Spirited Away. Fans and families won't want to miss this entertaining night with some of our favorite characters.
Sat Sept 22, 8pm; RMB80-280. Xinqiao Culture and Art Center. See event listing. Tickets.
Sept 22-30: ATP Shenzhen Open 2018
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In the lead-up to the Australian Open, Shenzhen hosts would-be champions like Alex de Minaur, Fernando Verdasco, Stephanos Tsitsipas and defending men’s singles champion David Goffin. Over the course of nine days they battle it out on the hard surface of Longgang Sports Center, till only one emerges victorious. Bring your passport for entry.
Sat-Sun Sept 22-30, 3pm; RMB50-360 depending on location and day. Longgang Sports Center. See event listing. Tickets.
Sept 15-Dec 9: 40 Years Of Contemporary Chinese Photography
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While the term "contemporary photography" may be used widely across the world, its definitions vary from one country to another. In some Western Museums, it's defined based on certain historical events (post-WWII period, for example), whereas researchers determine its definition by looking at the development of technology and the concept of this visual form. In China, however, "contemporary photography" has a specific starting point: 1976. Interested in how this particular art has developed in China for the past 40 plus years? Then you wouldn't want to miss out on this one!
Tue-Sun Sept 15-Dec 9, 10am - 5pm; OCT LOFT. See Event Listing.
Sat, Sept 22: Monthly Crypto Meet-Up
Image via Bionic Brew
Curious about trading, mining, hardware wallets, or anything else related to crypto? Then this monthly crypto meet-up at the Bionic Brew taproom, which was started over a year ago, will be the right activity for you. For the fellows who started Bionic Brew, this past year has been a great learning experience and they loved being a part of the community. If you're on the same page, make sure to be there for the next meet-up and enjoy discounted beers and NYPD pizzas.
Sat, Sept 22. Bionic Brew. See event listing.
Fri-Mon, Sept 21-24: Chinese Life Expo Red-Wood Art Exhibition
Image via Douban
Catch a glimpse of the Chinese way of life and red-wood art at the same time? Why not! Come and be there for the event to experience the spot-on merge of the traditional Chinese life and modern arts while also getting inspired on how you can make your house look classy and practical!
Fri-Mon Sept 21-24, 9.30am-5pm. Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. See event listing.
Until Oct 28: AR Exhibition Of Japanese Horror Manga Artist Junji Ito
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Hailed as the 'most important Japanese horror artist since the 1990s', Junji Ito has gained worldwide popularity with his classics Uzumaki, Tomie, and the Hanging Balloons. With the technology of AR, you can now immerse yourself in horror scenes as this technology brings the characters to life. Visit now and feel terror like you've never experienced before!
Until Oct 28, 10am-7pm, 10am-8pm on holidays. RMB60/RMB 80 holidays; RMB160 VIP. G&G Creative Community. Tickets.
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[Cover image via The Royal Concept/Facebook, 尚天河/Weibo, Pixabay]
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