24 Upcoming Live Shows in Shanghai

By That's Shanghai, September 27, 2023

Sep 28: Avril Lavigne & Ladies Rock @ The Pearl

Avril Lavigne & Ladies Rock, featuring the music of Alanis Morrisette, Joan Jett, Pink, Tina Turner, No Doubt, Evanescence, the Cranberries and – of course – Avril Lavigne!

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Thu Sep 28, 8.30pm; RMB150.

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

Sep 29: Taylor Swift, Maroon 5 & Lady Gaga Tribute Show @ The Pearl

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

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Fri Sep 29, 8.30pm; RMB150.

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

Sep 30: Stars & Stripes & The Best of American Rock @ The Pearl

The Pearl’s very own Red Star Band is here to entertain you with rock covers of Smashing Pumpkins, Kiss, Linkin Park, Metallica, Motley Crue, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nirvana, ZZ Top, Green Day, Imagine Dragons, Bon Jovi and so much more.

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Sat Sep 30, 8.30pm; RMB150.

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

Oct 1: Mama Nai @ Cotton's

Head along to Cotton's on Sunday, October 1 to catch the American sound and spirit of Mama Nai play, where you can also have brunch in the beautiful villa garden and enjoy three hours beer free flow for RMB188, or go classy with wine, Aperol or sparkling for RMB268.

Sun Oct 1, music 1-4pm, brunch 11am-4pm; Free Entry.

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

Oct 1: The Beatles + The British Invasion @ The Pearl

Celebrate all things British with the music from The Beatles, Eurythmics, Queen, Def Leppard, Oasis, Led Zeppelin, Yes, Pink Floyd, Elton John, Coldplay and more.

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Sun Oct 1, 8.30pm; RMB150.

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

Oct 2: Russ @ 13 Tang Livehouse

Brace yourselves for the dynamic force of one of today's hottest rap sensations – the one and only Russ!

And, as a special treat, we're giving away two pairs of ticket to lucky That's Shanghai readers; simply share this post on your WeChat moments with the phrase 'That's What I Want!' and send us a screenshot with your name and phone number to enter the lucky draw.

Don't miss your chance to win – and good luck!

Mon Oct 2, 5.30pm; RMB298-498.

13 Tang Livehouse, 118 Square, No. 1685 Jinshajiang Lu 金沙江路1685号118广场.

Oct 2: Cotton Blues @ JZ

A night of blues from the legendary Cotton Club Band at JZ.

Mon Oct 2, 10pm.

JZ Club, Found 158, 158 Julu Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu 巨鹿路158号, 近瑞金一路.

Oct 2 & 3: Queen Tribute Concert @ The Pearl

Freddie has been brought back to life!

Without doubt one of the best nights of entertainment this city has to offer, and your chance to sing along with all of Queen’s biggest hits. This show is always packed, so be sure to buy your tickets before they sell out!

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Mon & Tue Oct 2 & 3, 9pm; RMB180.

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

Oct 4: Imagine Dragons vs Coldplay @ The Pearl

An imaginary battle of the bands at The Pearl sees American pop rockers Imagine Dragons take on post-Britpop alternative rockers Coldplay.

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Wed Oct 4, 9pm; RMB150.

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

Oct 5: RedBox Hollywood Night Party @ The Pearl

Redbox bring you a Hollywood surprise party, taking you back to the era of Hollywood musicals and movies, with many songs from the classics.

See your favorite actors of yesteryear, including Marilyn Monroe and Judy Garland. Guests are also encouraged to dress up, with prizes for the best costume on the night!

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Thu Oct 5, from 6pm; RMB200.

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

Oct 5: Linkin Park: A Tribute to Chester

It has been five years since the world lost the immense talent of Chester Bennington. For this month’s Linkin Park / Nu Metal show at The Pearl, the core focus will be on Linkin Park to honor his memory 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.

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Thu Oct 5, 9pm; RMB180.

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

Oct 10, 17, 24 & 31: The Cotton Club Band @ Shake

Every Tuesday evening, the legendary Cotton Club Band host a night of blues and stories at Shake.

Every Tue, from 9.30pm; Free.

Shake, 3/F, 46 Maoming Nan Lu, by Jinxian Lu 茂名南路46号3楼, 近进贤路.

Oct 11: Imagine Dragons vs Coldplay @ The Pearl

An imaginary battle of the bands at The Pearl sees American pop rockers Imagine Dragons take on post-Britpop alternative rockers Coldplay.

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Wed Oct 11, 8.30pm show; RMB150.

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

Oct 12: 90s Alt-Rock Concert @ The Pearl

A night of 90s alt-rock from The Pearl’s Red Star Band, featuring the music of Radiohead, Nirvana, Linkin Park, Foo Fighters, Metallica, Oasis, Green Day, Alice in Chains and more.

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Thu Oct 12, 8.30pm RMB120.

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

Oct 13: Ladies Rock: Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift & Pink @ The Pearl

A night of Ladies Rock with Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift and Pink.

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Fri Oct 13, 9pm; RMB120.

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

Oct 13 & 14: Bonnie & Clyde @ The Pearl

Brace yourselves for an electrifying journey back in time with a contemporary twist! The acclaimed team behind The Pearl’s The Greatest Show and Moulin Spectaculiare proudly presents a live musical event like no other – Bonnie & Clyde: Taylor’s Version.

Bonnie & Clyde: Taylor’s Version offers a captivating and entertaining experience, plunging audiences into the roaring 1920s, the era of the infamous romantic duo, Bonnie and Clyde. This live cabaret production unravels the legendary tale of star-crossed lovers, united by their insatiable thirst for adventure and the allure of grand theft.

The show transports the audience into a world of danger, excitement, and romance, recreating the escapades of history's most notorious thieves, all set to the poignant lyrics of Taylor Swift. This is history retold in the vibrant pulse of a new era.

Prepare to be enchanted by Taylor Swift's chart-topping hits, reimagined and performed in the lively style of the 1920s, hip hop, punk, and more.

This show is a unique amalgamation of history, art, and music, taking audiences on an unforgettable journey through time, with Taylor Swift’s iconic songs and the legendary story of Bonnie and Clyde.

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Fri & Sat Oct 13 & 14, 7pm; RMB200.

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

Oct 14: The Sanren Trio @ Abbey Road

The Sanren Trio will be rocking in the Abbey Road garden with 90s classics all the way.

Sat Oct 14, from 7pm; Free Entry.

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

Oct 14: U2 + Coldplay Viva La Vida Tribute Concert @ The Pearl

A tribute to Irish rockers U2 and post-Britpop alternative act Coldplay.

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Sat Oct 14, 9pm; RMB150.

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

Oct 18: Moves Like Jagger! @ The Pearl

A night of hits from the 2000s including Lada Gaga, Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Bruno Mars, Britney Spears, Avril Lavigne, Imagine Dragons, Pink and more.

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Wed Oct 18, 8.30pm; RMB120.

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

Oct 20: The Beatles + The British Invasion @ The Pearl

Celebrate all things British with the music from The Beatles, Eurythmics, Queen, Def Leppard, Oasis, Led Zeppelin, Yes, Pink Floyd, Elton John, Coldplay and more.

Scan the QR to get your tickets now:

Fri Oct 20, 8.30pm; RMB150.

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

Oct 21: Annual Rocky Horror Halloween Show @ The Pearl

Let's do the time warp, AGAIN!

Warning! This is not the f#@king movie… or a re-enactment of the movie… but yes, there wll be some familiar characters, and a few new ones that Dr. Frankenfurter whipped up in the lab!

Give yourself over to absolute pleasure this October at The Rocky Horror Halloween Show, an outrageously sinful, genderbent reinterpretation of the ultimate smutty cult classic.

Follow the light over at the Frankenstein place, find out what’s on the slab down in the lab and whatever did happen to Fay Wray in the end. It’s not easy having a good time, but dammit Janet, we’re gonna try.

Don’t dream it. Be there. Tickets are just RMB200, and they’re going fast as a motorbike out of a deep freezer, so get in quick.

I see you shiver with antici… pation!

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Sat Oct 21, 9pm; RMB200.

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

Oct 25: Stars & Stripes: Imagine Dragons @ The Pearl

The Pearl’s very own Red Star Band is here to entertain you with rock covers of American pop rockers Imagine Dragons, plus hits by Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Maroon 5, Cher, Kool & The Gang, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Pink, Bruno Mars, Britney Spears, Billie Eilish and more.

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Wed Oct 25, 9pm; RMB120.

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

Oct 26: Halloween Rocks @ The Pearl

A dreamy mist surrounds the entrance to the Pearl. You float past the vestibule and enter a world of sexy vampires, scary ghosts and zombies (that want to eat your brains).

You look around and notice you are inside a haunted castle where there are festive Halloween cocktails; even ones that look like blood bags.

The music? Halloween rocks! As performed by the Red Stars band that takes the stage at 9pm.

They bust into a slew of hits from the 80s up until more recent party anthems. Everything from Queen to Nirvana, AC/DC to Linkin Park, Bon Jovi to Imagine Dragons and so much more to bombard you from the stage.

The concert starts at 8:30pm, but doors open at 6pm and the kitchen will be open to take care of those party hunger pangs; there will be plenty of Chef Lung’s haunted creations to keep you satiated.

Don’t forget, Halloween rocks, only at the Pearl!

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Thu Oct 26, 8.30pm; RMB120.

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

Oct 27 & 28: Halloween Monsters Bash @ The Pearl

Come All Hallows Eve, The Pearl will be decorated in the season’s offerings and bathed in fake blood, jack-o-lanterns, ghosts, vampires, and zombies that come to life. As they say in Shanghai, wǒjiā jiùshì nǐ jiā and we mean just that!

Throw on a costume and enter at your own peril the cold and deadly embrace of the Pearl. None other than everyone’s favorite master of ceremonies, Cocosanti, will be there to greet you from his/her casket.

Only Cocosanti can breathe life into an audience of the dead by providing the laughs and taking the names of those who are dressed up on this auspicious occasion.

There will be prizes for those costumes that are inspired. For those souls struggling with Halloween creativity, face painting will be provided to get you in the mood and make you a part of this ghostly scene!

Expect an evening of unearthly performances showcasing humor, sexiness, aerial acts, fire displays, and some unique surprises that have been in the works for months.

It wouldn’t be a proper bash if there wasn’t live music and the Pearls Red Stars band will be pumping out the hits.

Naturally, the evening wouldn’t be complete without potions, blood bag cocktails and a special Halloween food menu concocted by Doctor Lung Frankenstein.

This event is usually sold out, so get your tickets ahead of time. Tickets can be purchased for RMB150 early bird...

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Fri & Sat Oct 27 & 28, 9pm; RMB150.

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