That's PRD takes a look at the best of the week:
September 12: WorldService Project
Led by pianist and composer Dave Morecroft, WSP’s music speaks through dark, building passages, winding through dissonance, complex rhythmic manipulation and downright silliness. Other times it draws on the language of 20th century classical composers layered over boisterous grooves more commonly found in albums by heavy rock artists.
September 12, 8.30pm; RMB80 advanced order, RMB100 at the door. Y:union. See event listing.
September 14-16: Giselle by Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company
The greatest of all romantic ballets, Giselle tells the story of a peasant girl who dies of a broken heart after discovering her lover is betrothed to another. Produced by Teatro alla Scala, one of the oldest ballet companies in the world and as esteemed as the Paris Opera Ballet, Giselle features many of Italy’s most talented ballerinas in a breathtaking rendition of the 19th century classic.
September 14-16, 8pm; RMB180-1,280. Opera Hall, Guangzhou Opera House. See event listing.
September 15: Yuck
Created in London in 2009, Yuck are a band of four passionate rockers often likened to famous groups like Pavement, My Bloody Valentine and Sonic Youth. They recorded their debut and self-titled album at lead vocalist Max Bloom’s parents’ house. Yuck’s latest album, Stranger Things, was released this January and with it the group commenced their China tour, which will kick off in Guangzhou on September 15.
September 15, 8.30pm; RMB100 advanced order, RMB120 at the door. Y:union. See event listing.
September 15: Hooley’s Trivia Night
Every Thursday evening, Hooley's presents a night of trivia. Head over to indulge in a wide range of questions and prizes for the top three teams! Hang around after to enjoy live music.
September 15, 8.30pm; free entry. Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant. See event listing.
September 17: Cello Suites by Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company
Created by acclaimed Swiss choreographer Heinz Spoerli, this ballet program is a tribute to Bach and Baroque classics and unfolds in a succession of solos, pas de deux and pas de trois. The show is a beautiful poetic dialogue where artists dance on stage to the rhythm of a cello.
September 17, 3pm and 8pm; RMB180-1,280. Guangzhou Opera House. See event listing.
September 17: Big Ali at Suns
American singer-songwriter, rapper and DJ Big Ali wrote his first lyrics at the tender age of 8. From his humble beginnings, he has moved on to host a number of radio and television shows in addition to his musical endeavors. Regarded by many as one of the best party MCs in the world, Big Ali will visit Guangzhou on September 17. Collaborating with DJ Kashovski, Big Ali is guaranteed to bring you an incredible party at Suns Bar and Lounge.
September 17, 9.30pm-5am; RMB120 advanced order, RMB200 at the door, includes two drinks. Suns Bar Lounge. See event listing.
Until September 17: Proof
Based on David Auburn’s Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning screenplay first performed on Broadway in October 2000, Proof brings together a diverse cast of talented actors from Hong Kong, Taiwan and Chinese mainland Director Geoff Li has wielded a shadowy, minimalist set to tell the story of Catherine, the daughter of a genius mathematician at the University of Chicago caught in a web of mental illness and prodigious intellect.
A graduate of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts and the current director of the drama school there, Li has directed dozens of outstanding productions, winning Best Overall Performance, 10 Most Popular Repertoire and four Hong Kong Drama Awards for Best Director.
Following a sold-out performance this April, Li and his cast return to the Guangzhou Center for the Performing Arts at No. 13 Theater this month with their award-winning rendition of Proof. Purchase tickets on http://piao.damai.cn/106519.html. (Proof is performed in Chinese Mandarin).
Until September 17, 3pm/7.45pm; RMB84. No. 13 Theater. See event listing.
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