That's PRD takes a look at the best of the week:
December 14-18: Tap Factory
Choreographer Vincent Pausanias wanted to create a show that would showcase the magic of tap at its highest possible technical level using world renowned tappers. Witness it live this week at the Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater.
December 14-18, 2.30pm/8pm; RMB80-480. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater.
December 15: All Shall Be Well
Playing primarily instrumental, cinematic music, Dutch band All Shall Be Well look for unsuspected harmonies, creating music that’s highly associative and is often likened to poetic stories rather than songs. After releasing two albums, the band’s current project centers on interpreting classical composers to recreate their works with new arrangements, because in the end they know: all shall be well.
December 15, 8.30-10.30pm; RMB60 advanced order, RMB80 at the door. T:union. See event listing.
December 15: The Beatleband at Rebel Rebel
Along with Santa Clause, The Beatleband, famous in South China for their melodic tribute to the great Beatles, are to visit Rebel Rebel on December 15. Come dance, sing, twist and shout to your favorite Beatles’ songs. Buy a 'Beatles' shooter' and get one free.
December 15, 9pm; free entry. Please call 8520 1579 or 135 6014 5046 to book your table. Rebel Rebel. See event listing.
December 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.
December 15, 8.30pm; free entry. Hooley’s Irish Pub and Restaurant. See event listing.
December 16 and 18: Shlomo Mintz
Israeli violist Shlomo Mintz has actively played with many an orchestra on the international scene. Beginning his career at the age of 11 as a soloist with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, he was later mentored by prominent American violinist and conductor Isaac Stern. Mintz made his first Carnegie Hall debut at only 16. As a conductor, he has led numerous acclaimed orchestras including the UK’s Royal Philharmonic, NHK Symphony of Japan and Israel Philharmonic. At Xinghai Concert Hall, Mintz will perform some of Bach’s greatest works.
December 16 and 18, 8pm; RMB100-880. Xinghai Concert Hall. See event listing.
December 16-17: Love Song – Rhyme for You (Performed in Chinese)
Founded in 1997 by a passionate bunch of thespians, drama scholars and playwrights based in Taiwan, Creative Society has consistently tried their hands at a number of different aesthetic styles and theater presentations while preserving original scripts. Creative Society’s stage oeuvre and winner of the Taipei Literature Award, Love Song: Rhyme for You, tells a story of how two strangers – a playwright trying to commit suicide and a mysterious passerby – delve into conversation about the abnormal works created by the playwright.
December 16-17, 8pm; RMB180-380. Experimental Theatre, Guangzhou Opera House. See event listing.
December 17: A Mazing Race
Ever dream of competing in the reality television show The Amazing Race? How about drinking until you can’t see straight and winning RMB999 in prizes? Yeah? Well now’s your chance to partake in a crazy night of drunken racing to five awesome venues in the city! From the enthusiastic team behind Mazing App comes the first A Mazing Race – an epic adventure that will see teams of one or two traverse the city answering a series of clues, completing tasks and, of course, drinking! Prizes will be awarded to teams that come in second, third, fourth and fifth, while the first-place winner will walk away with a prize valued at RMB999. Click here to learn how it works.
December 17, 8.30pm (registration), race starts at 9pm sharp; RMB99 single, RMB188 team of two. Meeting point: Bravo Brewery. See event listing.
December 17: Trace Bundy
Known to his fans as ‘The Acoustic Ninja’ for his legato and finger tapping skills, Colorado native Trace Bundy began his career at the age of 11 with videos on YouTube and Facebook before signing with record label United Interests. Bundy recounts being influenced by musicians such as David Wilcox, Ani Difranco and Phil Keaggy. This month, the young talent is psyched to astonish Guangzhou with his intricate finger picking arpeggios and multiple capos.
December 17, 7.30-9pm; RMB80 advanced order, RMB120 at the door. 191 Space. See event listing.
December 18: Three Chinese Sopranos
A trio of award-winning artistes performs a melange of Western opera arias and Chinese folk ballads. Wang Xiufen, Ma Mei and ‘Chinese lark’ Me Hong use their distinctive voices to charm audiences with oriental and occidental classics, accompanied by Zhang Jialin on piano.
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December 18, 8pm; RMB80-880. Guangzhou Opera House. See event listing.
Until December 26: Festive Dinner at LN Garden Hotel
What comes to mind when you think of Christmas? The Garden Hotel answers with a sumptuous dinner. Come and enjoy its buffet dinner that includes roasted turkey with herbed gravy, gingerbread, sage and bacon stuffing, yule log, mini pumpkin pies, free flow of festive drinks and many more, starting from RMB250 and set dinner starting from RMB350. For inquiries and reservations, please contact Ms. Kelly Chen at 189 2625 8321 or Kelly.Chen@TheGardenHotel.com.cn.
Until December 26. LN Garden Hotel. See event listing.
Until December 31: Authentic Italian Journey at Alfresco
Langham Place, Guangzhou is taking gourmet indulgence to a whole new level with its newly upgraded Italian restaurant, Alfresco. The restaurant's expansive open kitchen adds a dash of drama to the dining experience, while Executive Sous Chef Andrea from Venice elevates the art of Italian cuisine by serving a sumptuous collection of authentic regional favorites and sophisticated chef’s specialties.
Until December 31, 6-10pm. Alfresco (Langham Place, Guangzhou). See event listing.
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