That's PRD takes a look at the best events of the month:
August 2-6: The Las Vegas Magician Show
Gathering some of the top magicians popular on the stage in Las Vegas, this jaw-dropping magic show will excite your senses and imaginations. A mind-opening experience, it features Jeff McBride who keeps several Guinness World Records, Greg Gleason, who is considered the world’s most creative magician, Arianna Black, one of the most acclaimed female magicians in the field of magic, as well as Dean Gunnarson, the ‘escape master’ from Canada.
Aug 2-6, 3pm/8pm; RMB180-680. Zhengjia Theater. See event listing. Tickets.
August 5-29: Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition
An international wildlife photography contest hosted by the Natural History Museum in London, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPY) showcases the world’s best nature photography. It consists of a worldwide tour, which will arrive in Guangzhou this month. The exhibited photos are taken by photographers around the globe, in the prairie of eastern Africa, the Amazon rainforest and other places beyond your imagination. While promoting wildlife and environment protection, the WPY exhibition in Guangzhou will also include games, installations and a section showcasing China’s state-protected animals.
Aug 5-29, 10am-5pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-6pm (Sat-Sun); RMB10 for children and the elderly, RMB20 for adults. Dongxi Gallery. See event listing. Tickets.
August 10: Issues
Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, the young American rock band Issues boasts a musical fusion of metalcore, pop, electronic and R&B. They are influenced by many an artist and band like Katy Perry, Linkin Park and Stevie Wonder. Touring Asia in August, they are performing in Guangzhou on August 10.
Aug 10, 8.30-11pm; RMB120 presale, RMB180 at the door. SD Livehouse. See event listing. Tickets.
August 12: Swan Lake
Kharkiv State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater, coming into being in 1925, is the oldest ballet theater in Ukraine. The theater has raised many internationally renowned ballet stars. Although the oldest ballet institute of the Eastern European country, the theater troupe remains vigorous, with the average age of dancers being just 25 years old. With a total of 50 operas and ballets in its repertoire, the ballet theater is to present the time-tested Swan Lake.
Aug 12, 8pm; RMB100-580. Guangdong Performance Arts Center Theater. See event listing. Tickets.
August 13: Walking in the Music
Japanese guitarist Gin emerged by playing melancholic, aesthetic tunes to appeal to his audiences and soon established himself as one of the most popular performers in Japan. He will be performing alongside Chinese guitarist Cao Siyi on his China tour, stopping by Guangzhou on August 13.
Aug 13, 8.30-10pm; RMB100 presale, RMB150 at the door. T:union. See event listing. Tickets.
August 16-22: 2017 Evergrande World Snooker China Championship
The world's top snooker stars will turn up the heat in Guangzhou this month as they battle for the 2017 Evergrande China Championship. The seven-day contest will see the world’s No. 1 snooker player Mark Selby, ‘Wizard of Wishaw’ and current champion John Higgins, Judd Trump, Star of the East Ding Junhui and a dozen other snooker professionals compete with each other for prizes totaling GBP700,000 (RMB6.2 million), with the winner’s check at GBP150,000 (RMB1.33 million).
Aug 16-22, various times; Prices TMC. Guangzhou Sport University. See event listing.
August 19-20: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
In 2010, Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour was first introduced into China, which is one the 40 countries to host this world-renowned outdoor film festival. As the first professional outdoor film and lifestyle promoter, the film festival has influenced an increasing number of people to embrace the outdoors and an environmentally friendly lifestyle. A total of 29 films constituting four programs will be screened.
Aug 19-20, 1.30pm/4pm; RMB119/program. Lumière Pavilions IMAX Cinema. See event listing. Tickets.
August 20: Michael Learns to Rock
They made their name known to Chinese audiences with their single ‘Take Me to Your Heart,’ an English adaption of the famous Chinese hit song ‘Kiss Goodbye.’ Danish band Michael Learns to Rock was named after Michael Jackson and modeled after British bands Johnny Hates Jazz and Frankie Goes to Hollywood. With their debut album released in 1991, the Danish band has been performing on stage for almost 30 years.
Aug 20, 7.30pm; RMB280-1,080. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. See event listing. Tickets.
August 20: A Pigeon Goes to China: A Children's Exhibition Celebrating Mo Willems
Over a hundred picture books are traveling across the Pacific to Guangzhou in July. Brought by The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, A Pigeon Goes to China: A Children's Exhibition Celebrating Mo Willems is an opportune occasion for the little ones to immerse themselves in imaginative worlds created by renowned picture book authors like Eric Carle and Mo Willems. This is the first time the non-profit museum will present its collections in Guangzhou.
Daily until Aug 20, 10am-9.30pm; RMB49-99. 6/F, Guangzhou Book Center. See event listing. Tickets.
August 23-27: Peacock’s Winter
Dubbed ‘the peacock princess of China,’ Yang Liping, a Bai ethnic dancer, choreographer and director from Yunnan, is famous for her exotic dances in which her gestures and moves resemble a dancing peacock. Yang made her name known to the world with Dynamic Yunan, which toured Europe and the US. She is to present Peacock’s Winter at the Guangzhou Opera House this month.
Aug 23-27, 3pm/8pm; RMB280-1,680. Guangzhou Opera House. See event listing. Tickets.
August 26: The Royal Concept
The Royal Concept is a Swedish band founded in 2010. They first received worldwide attention with their hit single ‘D-D-Dance,’ but it wasn’t until 2013, when their song ‘On Our Way’ was covered in season five of Glee, that the quartet became more widely known. Their latest album Smile is an upbeat and energetic record.
Aug 26, 8.30-10pm; RMB120 presale, RMB150 at the door. T:union. See event listing. Tickets.
August 26: Food and Wine Experience by DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou
DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou Hotel will host its third Food & Wine Experience on August 26. The event has been running for over 18 years at Hilton Beijing and provides more than 600 goodies including wines, spirits, coffees, juices, pastries, chocolates, teas, beers, meats and so froth. Last year, the occasion was quite a buzz with many of China’s major wine, beverage, food and related equipment suppliers showcasing their products. The event will be divided into two parts: one, running from noon till 3pm, is dedicated to people in the food and beverage field; the other, from 3-7pm, is open to the public. Fro the second part, a buffet at Open Restaurant will be complemented by live entertainment and interactive activities such as bartending performances, cooking classes and wine seminars. Tickets are priced at just RMB188. Call 2833 2888 for reservations.
Aug 26, noon-7pm; RMB188. DoubleTree by Hilton Guangzhou. See event listing.
August 27: TEDxXiguanED
This is a special episode focusing on education and hosted by TEDxXiguan. Taking place at AISG, speeches will be given by some of the best educators from both the US and China, discussing topics like the gaokao. Workshops will also be arranged afterwards for audiences to engage directly with the speakers.
Aug 27, 9am-5pm; RMB238 (Include shuttle bus). AISG. See event listing. Tickets.
August 30: Ariana Grande
Everyone's favorite 'dangerous woman' Ariana Grande is touring in Asia this fall and will stop by Guangzhou on August 30. Since her Nickelodeon days singing about popularity with MIKA, Grande's risen to experience plenty herself, asking for just a little bit of our hearts with tracks that'll get you moving from side to side. In 2013, Grande was named ‘Best New Artist’ at the American Music Awards, the start of a myriad of honors, including winning ‘Favorite Breakout Artist’ at the People’s Choice Awards 2014 and scoring a No. 1 single on both iTunes ‘Overall Top Songs Chart’ and ‘Top Pop Songs Chart’ in 2016.
Aug 30, 7.30pm; RMB480-1,680. Guangzhou International Sports Arena. See event listing. Tickets.
Until August 30: E=hv Exhibition
In this exhibition titled ‘E=hv,’ the artist uses installations to connect the magic of light to his audiences. As is witnessed in Stonehenge, the Egyptian pyramids and the Maya civilization, the worship of light coexists with an unknown and mysterious power, which this exhibition attempts to convey.
Wed-Sun until Aug 30, 11am-7pm; free entry. 5Art Space. See event listing.
August 31: Li Yundi and Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
Li Yundi, the youngest pianist to win the International Chopin Piano Competition, has been called ‘prince of piano,’ ‘Chopin of the 21st century’ and ‘China’s leading pianist.’ Since 2000, Li has been active among world-renowned concert halls and music festivals, performing under the baton of esteemed conductors and collaborating with the world’s best orchestras. This time, in concert with Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra, Li is bringing his performance to the stage of Xinghai Concert Hall.
Aug 31, 8pm; RMB280-1,680. Xinghai Concert Hall. See event listing. Tickets.
All month: Sunset Indulgence
Enjoy a drink or two in a relaxing ambiance with a stunning sunset view of Guangzhou at the Roof Bar of Park Hyatt Guangzhou. The package, priced at RMB568 for two, includes one bottle of champagne or white wine, one plate of snacks with oyster, foie gras, cherries, Parma ham, black truffle and mushroom croquet-monsieur, as well as assorted European cheese. Call 3769 1234 to book your seat in advance.
Sat-Sun all month, 5.30-7pm; RMB568 plus 15 percent. The Roof Bar. See event listing.
All month: Michelin Gourmet Experience
Summer Palace restaurant in Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou is to take diners on an affordable, luxurious two-day food journey in August: a set menu with wine paring hosted by guest chef Chan Kwok Wah from the highly acclaimed two-starred Michelin restaurant Shang Palace of Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong. One of the highlights of this food experience is the introduction of caviar, a domestic good with both world-class quality and sustainable philosophy at its core.
Aug 11-12, 7-9.30pm; RMB1,088 (additional RMB200 with wine paring), RMB800 early bird. Summer Palace. See event listing.
All month: Funfair Themed Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton, Guangzhou welcomes the summer with a whimsical afternoon tea experience. Pearl Lounge transforms into a fairy-tale paradise featuring a Ferris wheel tea set and colorful decorations, as well as assorted goodies such as roasted duck rice roll with mango chutney and chocolate peanut butter layer sandwich served with refreshing tea. The highlight is the homemade pure hazelnut chocolate sandwich cookie with chocolate raspberry verinne. Call 3813 6888 to book your seats in advance.
Daily all month, 2-5.30pm; RMB298 for one, RMB428 for two (price subject to 15 percent service charge). Pearl Lounge. See event listing.
Ongoing: VR+Paradise VR Games
Located in Fashion Tianhe Plaza, Guangzhou’s hub for the young and fashionable, VR+Paradise is a brand-new venue dedicated for all the fun you can have with virtual reality games. It is different from past VR games in that real objects appearing in the games were installed in gaming areas, which allows users to touch, lean on and interact with props for a more realistic experience. And for the first time, games can be played by multiple users simultaneously. Six gaming rooms are arranged in a 300-square-meter space. Currently, three games (two zombie versions and one robot-related) are available to try.
10am-10pm. VR+Paradise. See event listing.
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