That’s Guangzhou takes a look at the best of the week:
Tue, Thu, Fri: Sept 18, 20, 21: W Fashion Week
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Calling all fashionable guys and gals: W Fashion Week Season 3 is here! Set to launch at the W Guangzhou this Tuesday, the theme of this year’s fashion showcase is ‘Color Splash,’ according to event organizers. One of the hottest events of the year for Guangzhou’s fashionistas, W Fashion Week brings together fashion brands and up-and-coming designers to stage their latest creations. The main fashion show will start at 7.30pm on Tuesday evening, to be followed by a men-only fashion show on Thursday from 2.30-5.30pm. Fashion Week caps off on Friday with a fashionable afternoon tea at Woo Bar from 2.30-5pm.
Tue, Thu, Fri Sept 18, 20, 21, various times; invitation only. W Guangzhou. See event listing.
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Tue-Sun, Sept 15-Nov 11: Long March Project: Building Code Violations III – Special Economic Zone
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Studies of free trade zones around the world focus on how these operational spaces serve as policy tools and infrastructure to facilitate global economic integration. Yet in China, Special Economic Zones – which sprung up right after the nation’s economic reform began in 1978 – are not simply just windows to the outside world welcoming foreign capital and technology, but experimental sites to cope with a series of epistemological ruptures created by the reform in almost all aspects of life. Through the eyes of the 15 participating artists, the exhibition enters into the theoretically-rich arena of various technologies and special areas, sharing multiple views on the story of science and technology’s growth in contemporary China.
Tue-Sun Sept 15-Nov 11, 10am-6pm; RMB30/RMB15 for students. Times Museum. See event listing.
Wed-Sat, Sept 19-22: Legendary Mandarin Grill in Guangzhou
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You no longer have to take a two-hour train journey if you want to savour the delicacies and signature dishes from Mandarin Grill + Bar at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong: Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou is set to welcome diners on a culinary journey at The Taikoo Lounge as the legendary restaurant’s Chef de Cuisine Simon Guthridge takes up residency from September 19-22.
During his four-day visit, Chef Guthridge will offer diners a four-course lunch and an eight-course dinner set menu, both of which are designed to demonstrate his culinary prowess. His lunch menu delicacies include confit duck egg with Jerusalem artichoke, cauliflower and black truffle or the Japanese scallop ceviche. Then, roasted lamb rump with aubergine caviar or the pan-seared and glazed halibut, before a choice of trifle cake or the classic Australian dessert Pavlova.
For dinner, Chef Guthridge prepares a lobster bisque and tarragon cream as the amuse bouche, followed by confit and smoked salmon with crab, caviar and buckwheat blinis, Japanese prawn tartare, blue lobster thermidor and braised wagyu short rib. The finishing touch comes with the Comté with Waldorf salad, then banoffee cake with caramelized banana and vanilla ice cream.
Wed-Sat Sept 19-22, noon-2.30pm; 6-9pm; RMB368/RMB568 with wine paring for lunch, RMB800/ RMB1,228 with wine pairing for dinner, all prices are subject to a 15 percent service charge. The Taikoo Lounge (Mandarin Oriental, Guangzhou). See event listing.
Thu-Fri, Sept 20-21: Give a Voice to Animals
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To combat the idea that history is the sole preserve of humans, French historian Eric Baratay began to study and document the stories of members of the animal kingdom. Combining written archives, images and ethological and environmental knowledge, Baratay pushes the boundaries of written history, offering new biographies – stories drawn from life or fragments of life – constructed around the feelings, perceptions and experiences of animals. Through Baratay’s work, we come to see animals in a completely different light: the giraffe of the Jardin des Plantes; Stevenson Modestine’s donkey; Warrior, a horse involved in World War I; Islero the bull, who caused the death of matador Manolete; Consul and Meshie, two humanized chimpanzees; and the dogs Lazarus and Bummer.
Thu Sept 20, 10.30am; free entry. Topic: Animals in the First World War. French International School of Guangzhou. See event listing.
Thu Sept 20, 7pm; free entry. Topic: Telling History for Individual Animals. Jinnan University. See event listing.
Fri Sept 21, 7.30pm; free entry. Topic: The History of Pet Cats. Fangsuo Commune. See event listing.
Fri, Sept 21: 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.
Fri Sept 21, 8.30pm; RMB120 presale, RMB150 at the door. Mao Livehouse. See event listing. Tickets.
Fri, Sept 21: Krasnoyarsk National Dance Company of Siberia
The Krasnoyarsk National Dance Company of Siberia will visit Guangzhou this week, performing a total of 14 select choreographic works reminiscent of the great traditions of Siberia. Comprised of talented, skilled dancers, the famous dance company is hailed as one of the three best of its kind and regularly performs at important occasions.
Fri Sept 21, 8pm; RMB80-680. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater. See event listing. Tickets.
Fri, Sept 21: Standup Comedy with Joe DeRosa
Get ready for some laughs. Comedian Joe DeRosa will be landing in Guangzhou this month for a stand-up comedy extravaganza. Hailing from the US, DeRosa is known for his dark (but hilarious) take on the world and has been featured on shows such as Inside Amy Schumer, Better Call Saul, Bored to Death and more. Click here to buy tickets.
Fri Sept 21, 9pm; RMB200 presale, RMB220 at the door. Morgan's Public House. See event listing. Tickets.
Sat, Sept 22: Flamenco Carmen
Carmen, an intense love story by French composer Georges Bizet, is honestly and accurately interpreted by Carmen & Matilde Rubio Company through flamenco. The Murcia-based dance company has brought their riveting performances to stages around Spain and Europe at large, earning rave reviews from both flamenco aficionados and fastidious critics. See the charm of Flamenco Carmen for yourself when it’s staged in Guangzhou this week.
Sat Sept 22, 8pm; RMB180-680. Guangdong Performing Arts Center Theater. See event listing. Tickets.
Sun, Sept 23: Towards Sustainable and Healthy Agriculture
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Even though the intensification of agriculture has tremendously increased the quantity of available food in recent decades, it has at the same time taken a considerable environmental toll: surging greenhouse gas emissions, declining biodiversity as well as soil and water pollution. With the planet’s human population expected to soar to nine billion by 2050, we need to find a better way to secure food in a sustainable manner. This week, the well-known ‘Prince Gardener,’ Prince Louis Albert de Broglie from France, will meet with Guangzhouers to discuss the link between health, healthy eating and the environment.
Sun Sept 23, 7.30pm; free entry. Fangsuo Commune. See event listing.
Fri, Sept 21: All About Italian Gastronomy
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On September 21, you can celebrate the very best of Italian gastronomy at Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, as the hotel joins hands with notable local gourmand Mr. Johnson, Chef David and a number of Italian guest chefs to present a range of authentic Italian cuisine. Partnering with Mr. Johnson, a famous, local foodie, Chef David and his crack team of culinary wizards invite you to experience an extraordinary gastronomic journey! Reserve your seat by calling Grand Hyatt Guangzhou at 020-8396 1234.
Fri Sept 21, 6-9.30pm; RMB980. Grand Hyatt Guangzhou. See event listing.
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[Cover image via Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, Cía.Carmen Y Matilde Rubio.Ballet Español de Murcia/Facebook, The Royal Concept/Facebook, Krasnoyarsk National Dance Company of Siberia named after M. Godenko/Facebook, W Guangzhou]
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