That’s Shenzhen takes a look at the best of the week:
Mon, Dec 30: Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike
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Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike were the first-ever duo to win the top spot on DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs Poll. The pioneering brothers continue to stand strong and take center stage amongst the ever-changing music landscape. Their live combination of DJ sets and crowd-busting MCing has made them into global stars. All tickets also include one drink upon arrival.
Mon Dec 30, 10pm; RMB399 presale, RMB488 standard. Superface. See event listing. Tickets.
Tue, Dec 31: New Year’s Eve Celebrations
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In town for New Year’s Eve? Check out our ultimate guide on where to dine and party for the big night!
Tue Dec 31, various venues. See our guide here.
Wed, Jan 1: fatsKINI Pres.Ytem and Chams
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Ytem is a composer, producer and DJ currently based in Paris, France. He has crafted his own voice within the experimental club music scene with his productions and DJ sets which combine cinematic melodies and rough hardstyle-inspired drums. Chams is an enigmatic figure of the French electronic music scene and found his calling after a lone trip through the Alps.
Wed Jan 1, 10pm; RMB60 advance, RMB80 at door. OIL. See event listing. Tickets.
Thu-Fri, Jan 2-10: Chicago the Musical
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The fabulously sordid story of murderesses Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly is coming to Shenzhen this January. Set in the titular city during Prohibition, Chicago is a pitch-black musical satire renowned for its scathing take on media bias and police corruption, plus Bob Fosse’s legendary choreography and the addictive jazzy score.
Thu-Fri Jan 2-10, 7.30-9.30pm; RMB280-980. Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center. See event listing. Tickets.
Sat, Jan 4: nugget records Presents Lost Memory Machine, Atta Girl
nugget records, the Beijing-based DIY cassette label is coming to the South of China for the first time! They will be bringing Lost Memory Machine to Xiamen, Shenzhen and Guangzhou alongside lots of their amazing tapes, cassette players and more. Local Shenzhen band Atta Girl will also be in attendance, get ready for an artistic night of jams.
Jan 4, 8pm; RMB60. Puppy Fat Store. See event listing. Tickets.
Sun, Jan 5: Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic
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Every Sunday, it’s stand-up open mic at McCawley’s in Shekou! If you’ve ever been curious about stand-up or just want to join in on the fun, this is the perfect way to relax before the Sunday scaries kick in. Sign-ups start at 8pm, and the show starts at 8.30pm.
Every Sunday, 8pm; free entry. McCawley’s Irish Pub Shekou. See event listing.
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