That's Shanghai takes a look at the best of the month:
May 3-4: Echoes of Eternity
Renowned choreographer Patrick de Bana and the Shanghai Ballet have created this stirring piece based on the Chinese poem Song of Everlasting Sorrow. The ballet follows the tragic romance between Tang Dynasty Emperor Xuanzong and his beloved concubine Yang Yuhuan.
May 3-4, 7.15pm, RMB80-580. Shanghai Grand Theatre, tickets.
May 4: May the 4th Be With You
In celebration of Star Wars Day, The Pearl screens the original classic trilogy on its seven-meter widescreen. All three films will have Chinese subtitles and there’s a RMB78 burger deal available all night.
May 4, 7pm-late, free entry. The Pearl.
May 5: Cinco de Mayo
What originated in Mexico to mark the country’s unlikely victory over French forces in 1862 has become a global reason to party. Rock the ‘staches and indulge in some tomfoolery. For more, check out our Cinco de Mayo guide soon coming online.
May 6: Captain America - Civil War
There’s trouble in the Marvelverse when a government act regulating superhuman activity splits the Avengers into two camps. Leading the opposition force is Captain America (Chris Evans), while Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) spearheads the faction in support. As superheroes like Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson), War Machine (Don Cheadle), Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner), Ant Man (Paul Rudd) and others choose sides, the mysterious Baron Zemo (Daniel Bruhl) rises to threaten the world. With so much star power (Oscar winners Morgan Freeman and Gwyneth Paltrow will also appear) and so many possibilities for fights between the good guys, Captain America promises to be a cinematic spectacle.
May 6: Milan Glorie vs Shanghai Legends
Last month, the Juventus Legends rolled through this city. Now a squad of Milan icons like Massimo Ambrosini, Franco Baresi and Andriy Shevchenko take on a team of Shanghai’s former finest for a friendly exhibition.
May 6, 7.45pm, RMB100-700. Hongkou Football Stadium, tickets.
May 6: Cozy Boys (A$AP Mob)
Veterans of world tours supporting crew figureheads A$AP Rocky and A$AP Ferg, the duo of A$AP J.Scott and A$AP Lou are breaking out on their own. Founded by A$AP Yams. the group has dropped an OVO affiliated mix and are making their China debut fresh off a Toyko block party performing with Skepta, YG, A-Trak and YetiOut’s Arthur Yeti.
May 6, 10pm-late, RMB100-150. Arkham.
May 6: Stones Throw 20th Anniversary
The iconic Californian underground hip hop label is celebrating its milestone birthday with an absolutely stacked tour. Label founder Peanut Butter Wolf will be joined by current underground rap kingpin Earl Sweatshirt, electro pioneer Egyptian Lover and rising producer Knxwledge (Kendrick Lamar, Joey Bada$$) for what promises to be a packed night at The Shelter. For more, check out our interview with Peanut Butter Wolf.
May 6, 10pm-late, RMB150. The Shelter.
May 6: Ummet Ozcan
The Turkish-Dutch EDM producer has been making music since he was 14 years old. His big break came in 2011 with the Beatport chart-topper ‘Reboot,’ which he has surpassed with his massive collaboration with R3hab and Nervo, ‘Revolution.’
May 6, 10.30pm-late, RMB100. Fusion, tickets.
May 6-8: Guozhou Shanghai International Beer Festival
The seventh edition of the Bevex organized celebration of beer consistently packs Wharf 1846. Join China’s best beer brands, internationally renowned microbrews and local craft beer in what’s always a lively weekend celebration. As ever, the city’s finest bands and DJs will provide entertainment and there will be plenty of food pop-ups to help you avoid making any party fouls.
May 6-8, 6pm-late (Fri) 2pm-late (Sat-Sun), RMB50 (with one bottle of beer). Wharf 1846, see event listing.
May 6-8: ECM Festival
The Shanghai Symphony Orchestra pays tribute to the trendsetting German label that has given the world Chick Corea and Keith Jarrett. The label’s unique “ECM aesthetics” will be feted in concerts by Myun-Whun Chung (May 6&7, Concert Hall), Keller Quartet (May 6, Chamber Hall), Tomasz Stańko New York Quartet (May 7, Chamber Hall), Anouar Brahem Quartet & SSO Chamber Orchestra (May 8, Concert Hall) and Susanne Abbuehl Quartet (May 8, Chamber Hall).
May 6-8, 7.45pm (Chamber Hall) and 8pm (Concert Hall), RMB80-300. Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall, tickets.
May 7: TEDxShanghai
35 speakers and performers takes over the Shanghai Tower (to be officially opened later this year) to deliver a series of inspirational talks. With a theme of Balance, this edition explores a range of dualitities from digital and handmade to science and art. While space is already filled up, TEDxShanghai will be streamed live on LeTV.
May 7, 9am-7pm, RMBTBA. Shanghai Tower.
May 7: Mandarin Open House
This community gathering encourages guests to discover Shanghai by learning useful phrases essential for daily life. Expect to meet friendly people and get familiar with topics that have locals buzzing, from celebrity gossip to job hunting.
May 7, 1-3pm, free entry. Mandarin House, 400 633 5538, info@mandarinhouse.com.
May 7: A Bu
An award-winning classical pianist as a child, A Bu is considered one of China’s most potent and rising jazz forces. He linked with Grammy Award winner Jakob Haendel for his debut disc and will be leading his multicultural trio through a mini China tour that stops off at Shanghai City Theater.
May 7, 7.30pm, RMB80-100. Shanghai City Theater.
May 7: Leiv Song
The Pearl welcomes China’s first digital magician, who uses technology like LED and fusion holography to create a visual spectacle that has audiences rethinking their idea of magic.
May 7, 9pm-late, RMB180-220. The Pearl, tickets. See event listing.
May 7: Mike Q
The ballroom/vogue-house legend is known for his spine snapping sets. He’s the latest headliner of The Shelter’s monthly Cloud party with Osheyack, Howell and friends supporting.
May 7, 10pm-late, RMB80. The Shelter.
May 7: Blasterjaxx
Once again MYST scores a big booking with the popular Dutch duo leading the country’s vibrant big room house scene. A fixture in the Top 20 of DJ Magazine’s hallowed Top 100 DJ list, Blasterjaxx were discovered by Laidback Luke, have remixed Tiësto, and now routinely rock mega-fests like Ultra.
May 7, 10.30pm-late, RMB150. MYST, tickets.
May 7-8: Sound of Spring
Urban Family is celebrating Mother’s Day at Green City with this cross-cultural event featuring a kid’s soccert tournament, on-site interactive games for the families and many decoration booths. For the event highlight, we’ve teamed with Heart to Heart Shanghai for their annual Battle of the Bands featuring over 10 music groups from schools across Shanghai. As always, each school will be provided with their own charity box to help fill with all proceeds going to assist needy children with life-saving surgery. For more, check out our preview of Sound of Spring.
May 7-8, 11am-5pm, RMB200 (per family, two adults with two kids). Green City, see event listing.
May 8: Mother’s Day
As Mr. T famously sang, ‘Treat Your Mother Right.’ While it’s something we all should be living every day, May 8 is the day when the world pays tribute to moms. Check back for our full breakdown of Mother’s Day meals and other related events.
May 8: Stepping Stones 10th Birthday
This charitable organization provides English education to migrant students across the city. To celebrate their milestone anniversary, they’ve organized a big party featuring food from Kebabs on the Grille, La Coyota and more. Family-friendly activities like Bollywood dance classes will be held all day. A silent auction will also take place with proceeds going to help the organization continue into its next decade.
May 8, 11am-3pm, RMB50-80. Wellington College International School, tickets. See event listing.
Until May 8: Going to Baidi
Shanghai Dramatic Arts Center hosts this intriguing original bilingual production, which brings together actresses from China (Sun Ningfang), Ghana (Rebecca Etebopinil) and America (Awesta Zarif). With dialogue in English and Chinese, the show follows a woman in extreme poverty who must make a life-changing decision that threatens her dream.
Until May 8, 7.30pm (2pm on Sundays), RMB180-300. Shanghai Dramatic Arts Center.
May 12-22: The Princess Bride
After raucous takes on Fast Times at Ridgemont High and The 39 Steps, Urban Aphrodite brings Rob Reiner's beloved 1987 classic film to the stage. Company regulars like Peter Damgaard, Brian Wang, Ryan Larsen and Ellen Fryer take on hugely memorable characters portrayed by the likes of Robin Wright, Andre the Giant and Mandy Patinkin.
May 12-22 (Thurs-Sun), 8pm (2pm family matinee on May 21), RMB200-220. The Pearl, tickets. See event listing.
May 13: Criminal
When a shadowy international conspiracy threatens the world, the CIA drastically turns to a convict on death row to help save the day. Kevin Costner stars as the ex-con who is implanted with the memories of a dead CIA agent who was on the case. In just three days, Costner must unravel the plot while showing off his newly acquired super-spy skills. However, he must elude the bad guys who want to use him for their own nefarious purposes. The star-studded cast also includes Tommy Lee Jones, Gary Oldman and Ryan Reynolds.
May 13: Caledonian Cup
Verve International and the Shanghai Scots team up for the fifth edition of this golf tournament, determining which country is the best. Play for prizes devoted by sponsors like Ballantine’s and Adidas. RMB1,500 ticket includes three meals, free-flow drinks and transportation to and from a bar to be disclosed later. All participants will dress in the country colors and uniforms as decided amongst teams.
May 13, 8am-9pm, RMB1,500. See event listing.
May 13: Eluveitie
Giants in the new wave of folk metal scene, the Swiss group have carved out a ravenous following for mixing melodic death metal with traditional Celtic melodies.
May 13, 8.30-10pm, RMB260-350. Q.S.W. Culture Center.
May 13: Deorro
The Los Angeles house prodigy has collaborated with and remixed stars like Steve Aoki, Laidback Luke and Diplo. His mix of Dutch, moombah, progressive and bass have floored audiences around the world while his Soundcloud has already amassed over 10 million plays.
May 13, 10pm-late, RMB180. M2, tickets.
May 13: Rainer Trüber
For over 25 years, Trüber has been a force to reckon with in Germany’s nu-jazz scene through his work with A Forest Mighty Black and The Trüber Trio. Scratching a recent fixation on house, he routinely slays crowds around the world with a set that explores all facets of the genre while remaining rooted in boogie, jazz and funk.
May 13, 10pm-late, free entry. UNICO by Mauro Colagreco, see event listing.
May 13-14: Nanjing Art Deco Weekend
Historic Shanghai and Bespoke Shanghai team up for a weekend road trip to celebrate Nanjing’s fascinating architectural history. Discover the modernist remains of the ‘Nanjing Decade,’ when Chiang Kai-Shek called the budding metropolis home from 1927-1937. Prepare to marvel at Chinese Art Deco style movie houses, government buildings and luxurious mansions. Tickets include round-trip train fares, two nights’ accommodation and entry to all sites.
May 13-14, departs at 8pm, RMB3,900 (RMB3,600 for Historic Shanghai Members). Details on departure location will be given after reserving with info@bespoke-shanghai.com.
May 14: IAAF Diamond League Shanghai
The world’s finest track and field athletes take over Shanghai Stadium for this annual stop as part of the IAAF Diamond League season. Participants include two-time Olympic gold medalist sprinter Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and world record setting pole vaulter Renaud Lavillenie.
May 14, 6-8pm, RMB50-680. Shanghai Stadium, tickets.
May 14: NightSHFT Festival
The former 1LoveShanghai crew has been spreading the good times nationwide as SHFT. They’ve organized this mini-national warehouse tour featuring double headliners UZ (Mad Decent) and rising Atlanta rapper OG Maco (pictured), who was included in XXL’s Freshmen of the Year list last year. Rounding things out is a bill filled with Chinese standouts and on-site artistic activities.
May 14, 6pm-late, RMB120-200. One Show Space Warehouse, 569 Shilong Lu, by Liuzhou Lu 石龙路569号, 近柳州路
May 14: Ratatat
The Brooklyn electro-rockers have toured with Interpol and Vampire Weekend, collaborated with Kid Cudi, remixed Biggie and have rocked mega-festivals like Coachella. They’re touring China with support from Vice to celebrate last year’s excellent Magnifique.
May 14, 9-11.30pm, RMB120-150. MAO Livehouse, see event listing.
May 14: Nick Monaco
Let your freak flag fly with the San Francisco raised electronic funk upstart. The Dirtybird and Soul Clap approved artist has floored crowds around the world with a secret weapon – his gorgeous vocals. Yeti Dis:ko’s Allan Marshall supports.
May 14, 10pm-late, RMB80. Elevator.
May 14: Gareth Emery
MYST welcomes the English producer known for his distinct fusion of trance, house and progressive. With four albums to his name, including the recently released 100 Reasons to Live, Emery is a former DJ Magazine anointed Top 10 DJ (No. 7 in 2010) who has rocked the world’s biggest clubs.
May 14, 10.30pm-late, RMB150. MYST, tickets.
Until May 14: JZ Club’s Farewell to West Fuxing
It’s an end of an era for the city’s jazz cats as JZ closes its iconic Fuxing Lu location on May 15. While they’re planning on moving to a bigger space later this year, the next couple weeks is sure to be emotional with club favorites gracing the stage one last time from domestic stalwarts like Li Xiaochuan Quartet (May 4) and Jasmine Chen (May 10) to foreign favorites like Noukilla (May 3). The JZ All Star Big Band conducted by Alev Haavik will have the honors of headlining the club’s farewell party.
Until May 14, 9.30pm-late, RMB50 (free entry on May 9 and 12). JZ Club.
May 14-15: MYTH Festival
Known for establishing Strawberry Music Festival as a May holiday institution, Modern Sky delves into the electronic world with the inaugural edition of MYTH. Mad Decent founder Diplo headlines bringing his distinct flavor that's allowed him to straddle the pop world (Usher, Justin Bieber) and the underground (Major Lazer, M.I.A.). Also recent Tomorrowland headliners DVBBS will perform and while there are still a ton of names to be announced, organizers are promises there will be about 50 DJs and producers rocking out across three stages, designed by Daniel Alexander Oomen (Tomorrowland and Sensation). For more, check out our early picks for who to check out at MYTH.
May 14-15, noon-10pm, RMB340 or RMB620-680 (two-day pass). Expo Park, tickets. See event listing.
May 14-15: Shanghai 94.7 Concert on the Green
This annual festival brings sublime music to the picturesque Chenshan Botanical Gardens. During the afternoon, there will be world music acts performing on the small stage like Uighur Diva Sanubar Tursun and Shanghai-based collective Soundscapes. For the main stage evening performances, Robert Ziegler and the Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra play classic film scores on Saturday, while Robertas Servenikas leads the State Youth Orchestra of Armenia performs Sunday.
May 14-15, 6-9pm, RMB100-600. Chenshan Botanical Gardens, tickets.
May 15: Hutong Yellow Weasels
The Beijing favorites have charmed the capital with their barn storming classic Americana. Featuring a traditional mix of violin, banjo, guitar and bass sped up to Ramones like speed to appeal to the WeChat Generation, the group has literally been bringing square dances across the country.
May 15, 9-11.30pm, RMB50. Yuyintang.
May 18: Chandra
Over the past year, the Parisian-born, Nepal raised singer has become a Heyday favorite. Before she embarks on a European and American tour to celebrate her Uj He-produced debut, Chandra will be serenading her adopted hometown with a glamorous set at The Pearl. The historic venue will also host Frank Bray’s A Century of Sinatra concert on May 28.
May 18, 9pm, RMB120-150. The Pearl, tickets.
May 18-19: Beyond Time
The acclaimed Taiwan dance group has astounded crowds around the world with their blend of martial arts, contemporary choreography and meditation technique set to energetic percussion played on traditional instruments.
May 18-19, 7.15pm, RMB180-880. Shanghai Culture Square, tickets.
May 18-19: Take Me Home Country Roadhouse
After rousing tribute concerts to Stevie Wonder and the history of hip hop, Encore Live tips their hat to the heritage of American country. The city’s finest musicians team up to cover 42 country classics from Johnny Cash to the dearly departed Merle Haggard.
May 18-19, 7.30-9.30pm, RMB80-280. The Mixing Room.
May 20: The Angry Birds Movie
The hugely popular game gets a film telling how three outcast birds (Red, Chuck and Bomb) unravel the sudden arrival of mysterious green piggies to their happy island.
May 20: Morris Hayes
The former music director for Prince, Hayes brought the funk to Glam last year. He returns to Shanghai, this time teaming up with Heyday favorite Hazel Gould for an intimate show full of classic funk flavor.
May 20, 9.30pm-late, RMB80. Heyday.
May 20: Lost Frequencies
Since topping charts around the globe with his 2014 summer smash ‘Are You With Me,’ Lost Frequencies has been a dominant force in deep house. He’s rocked the main stages of major festivals like Tomorrowland and Ultra Japan with his signature grooves.
May 20, 10pm-late, RMB100. M2, tickets.
May 20: Swimful Remixes Release Party
Qingpu-based producer Swimful has topped the Juno Bass Music Album charts while scoring airplay on Rinse FM and BBC Radio from the likes of underground stars such as Scratcha DVA. International favorites (SIMPIG, Air Max ‘97) and domestic standouts (Howie Lee, Conrank) contribute to PM2.5 Remixes with the release show boasting sets by Swimful, Howell and special guests. Entry comes with digital album and limited edition SVBKVLT face mask. For more, check out our interview with Swimful.
May 20, 10pm-late, RMB50. The Shelter.
May 20: Alex from Tokyo
The Paris-born, Tokyo-raised DJ ruled his adopted hometown in the early 90s as popular crossover DJ. Now based in New York, he’s a fixture at several of the city’s hottest clubs while releasing original productions on Berlin label Innervisions with his partner Isao Kumano as Tokyo Black Star. Lindberg and Tobias Patrick spin a back-to-back set as support.
May 20, 10pm-late, RMB50. Elevator.
May 20-21: Quinn Dahle
The Los Angeles-based comic has wowed The Tonight Show with his clean wit. He’s worked with legends like Robin Williams and will be making his second trip to China after slaying Shanghai last summer.
May 20-21, 8pm and 10pm (Fri), 8.30pm (Sat), RMB170-200. Kung Fu Komedy Club, tickets.
May 21: Hangzhou International School Charity Run
Head over to Hangzhou for this fun charity run that will raise funds for The Library Project to build reading centers across rural China. Events include a 5K race, a book character themed fun run and on-site kid friendly activities like a bouncy castle.
May 21, 8am. See event listing. More details and sign-up at hz.scis-his.net
May 21: Chaiti
This annual celebration of Indian classical music takes over Shanghai Centre Theater. Brothers Amaan Ali Khan and Ayan Ali Khan perform a sarod recital, celebrating the distict sounds from the traditional instrument.
May 21, 4pm, RMB150-200. Shanghai Centre Theater, see event listing.
May 21: ShanghaiPRIDE Rainbow Bike Ride
For the second straight year, ShanghaiPRIDE has organized this pre-festival ride that also marks International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHOT). Six teams of cyclists represents a different color of the rainbow flag. Starting out at different parts of Shanghai (Red Team - Shanghai Indoor Stadium, Orange Team - Lujiazui, Yellow Team - Renmin Dadao, Green Team - Zhongshan Park, Blue Team - Jade Buddha Temple, Purple Team - Suzhou Creek) , all teams will eventually converge at Brownstone to form the six-color rainbow. All proceeds will go towards ShanghaiPRIDE’s June festivities. Registration ends on May 16. For more, check out interview with ShanghaiPRIDE co-founder Charlene Liu.
May 21, 9pm, RMB100. Different locations, registration. See event listing.
May 21-22: Feast Food Festival
Known for their iconic monthly parties featuring rotating guest chefs, Shanghai Supperclub presents this weekend festival for foodies. Ten of the city’s finest chefs will prepare summer snacks on a new rooftop venue south of Xintiandi. There will also be wine, craft beer and some of the city’s finest DJs spinning throughout the day.
May 21-22, noon-8pm, RMB50-80 (RMB90 for two-day pass). Rooftop at The Place (Huangpu).
May 22: Damien Rice
The Irish singer-songwriter is the latest to play Split Works and Shanghai Symphony Orchestra’s Contemporale series. Touched by how tickets for the initial show sold out in less than two hours, he’s added a Sunday afternoon show to serenade the city with hits like ‘Cannonball.’
May 22, 3pm and 7.30pm, RMB80-680. Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall, see event listing.
May 22: The Swingle Singers
Founded over 50 years ago by Ward Swingle, the Swingles went from being Paris-based studio singers to international stars thanks to the accidental success of their 1962 debut, Jazz Sébastien Bach. Despite numerous line-up changes, the a capella group remains a favorite while updating their show to include contemporary covers (Mumford & Sons) with their classic material.
May 22, 7.30pm, RMB80-580. Daning Theatre, tickets.
May 24: Shanghai SIPG AFC Champions League Last 16
As winners of Group G Shanghai SIPG will play the second leg of their AFC Champions League last 16 tie at the Shanghai Stadium on May 24 with a 7.30pm kick off. With action ongoing at the time of print we can only tell you that it will be against Jeonbuk of Korea, FC Tokyo of Japan or Jiangsu, from just up the road in Nanjing. Either way it will be a huge game for Sven-Göran Eriksson’s men in their first ever outing in the competition.
May 24, 7.30pm. Shanghai Stadium.
May 24: K-Pop & Supermodel Festival
Stars at home, boy bands SHINee, Beast and B1A4 team up with girl group T-ara and B1A4 for this massive celebration of Korean wave.
May 24, 7.30pm, RMB480-1,580. Mercedes-Benz Arena, tickets.
May 25-26: Nanta
The longest-running show in South Korean history mixes comedy with traditional samul nori rhythms. Set in a kitchen where three cooks are furiously attempting to prepare a wedding banquet while dealing with the buffoonery of their bosses’ nephew, Nanta mixes acrobatics, comedy, magic tricks and audience participation to great effect. It has been performed in 18 countries including a 2004 run on Broadway.
May 25-26, 7.30pm, RMB180-380. Shanghai Poly Theatre, 159 Baiyin Lu, by Yumin Nan Lu (400 610 3721, en.damai.cn) Tickets.
May 26-28: Whose Line Is It Anyway?
Punchline Comedy brings back the always rib-tickling talents of Whose Line Is It Anyway to three venues across the city. Expect plenty of improv hijinks as the UK’s Andy Smart, Stephen Frost, Steven Steen and Ian Coppinger build the show based on audience suggestions.
May 26, 8pm, RMB290. Zapatas, tickets.
May 27, 8pm, RMB290. The Exchange, tickets.
Mary 28, 8pm, RMB290. Kerry Hotel Pudong, tickets. See event listing.
May 26-29: Heroes
Twisted Carousel Theater returns with a very different show to last year’s The Devil’s Fables. This adaptation of Tony Award winner Tom Stoppard’s 2005 play takes place in a retirement home. Set in 1959, the comedy follows three World War One vets and stars Mark Edwards, Curt Mabry and Paul Collins. Julien Bertrand directs.
May 26-29, 8.30pm (Fri-Sat) and 4pm (Sat-Sun), RMB180-200. Anken Green.
May 27: 2016 Women Leadership Awards
Organized by the International Professional Women’s Society, this ceremony is the longest-running international award in China for women leaders. Six awards will be given: Business Leader of the Year, Innovator of the Year, Young Business Leader of the Year, Social Contributor of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year and HeforShe Man of the Year. Winners will be announced during the IPWS Leadership Summit.
May 27, 2pm, RMB450 (RMB250 for IPWS members). Venue details will be announced at epwsasia.org. See event listing.
May 27: Chrome Sparks
Obsessed with synthesizers and classical percussion, Jeremy Malvin has been making waves online with this solo project. With a new EP Parallelism released on Sydney-based label Future Classic, Malvin makes the trip from Brooklyn with two musician friends for this Yeti presented show.
May 27, 9pm, RMBTBA. Yuyintang.
May 27: Jazzy Sport
UNICO and Chic n Pop celebrate the tastemaking Japanese collective known for their cool collection of jazz inspired hip hop, house, techno and other electronic sounds. Live hip hop trio cro-magnon will perform, followed by a DJ set by Jazzy Sport CEO Masaya Fantasista.
May 27, 10pm-late, free entry. UNICO by Mauro Colagreco.
May 27: DJ Shufflemaster
Footprints presents the minimal techno giant, who recently formed the super group Disq Clash with two other Japanese originators. Shanghai’s son of techno MHP supports, riding high on the release of his newest disc, Folding Traces.
May 27, 10pm-late, RMB50-80. Arkham, see event listing.
May 27: Summer of Haze
DADA has a pair of international bookings this month. Following Franz Underwear’s May 21 show, the club will welcome the Russian witch house sensation. It’s a rare intimate show for the DJ who routinely fills stadiums back home with his goth trap. Hyperboloid’s Saburov and China’s Antidote crew supports.
May 27, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA.
May 27-29: Dragon Burn 2016
Following the 10 principles of Burning Man, this weekend festival is a celebration of art, community, music and fire. Held in a shaded forest on a lake in Anji, Dragon Burn is a festival created by its participants. Bring art, costumes and your creative energy. (Also tents, food and drinks, as there are no vendors on site, and garbage bags so you can clean up after yourself.) Round-trip bus is available for RMB150, departing from The Camel on 9am and 7.30pm from Thursday to Saturday.
May 27-29, noon, RMB250 (plus optional RMB150 for round-trip bus). Depart from The Camel, tickets.
May 28: River of Hearts Sorting Party
For 13 years, this Community Center Shanghai outreach program has distributed donated goods to people in need. Be among 200 volunteers to sort, pack and load donation boxes to be distributed this summer. RSVP on the website.
May 28, 9am or 12.30pm, free entry. SCIS Hongqiao ECE Campus, see event listing. (6261 4338, www.communitycenter.cn/sorting-roh)
May 28: More Than Aware Family Fun Run
The Shanghai based breast cancer awareness organization’s family fun run returns. There are 2K and 5K options with proceeds going to the Shanghai Cancer Recovery Club (SCRC). Children under 5 can take part for free and registration closes on May 21 or when tickets sell out.
May 28, 8.30am, RMB150. Century Park (Gate 7), tickets.
May 28: International Children’s Day @ Paulaner
Known for their recurring family-friendly parties, Paulaner (Fenyang Lu) celebrates International Children’s Day with a laughter-filled day. Special games and activities like wheel races and kid’s movies will keep the little ones busy, with a bouncy castle to be set up depending on the weather. As always, there will be an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring Bavarian favorites and other international fare, as well as plenty of treats for the kids.
May 28, 10am-2pm, RMB228 (RMB108 for kids 10-15, RMB78 for kids 3-9). Paulaner (Fenyang Lu), see event listing.
May 28: JG Ballard Walk
Shanghai Flaneur presents this new walk exploring the Shanghai life of the famed English science fiction novelist. Born and raised in Shanghai in the 1930s, Ballard commemorated his life in the city in the semi-autobiographical Empire of the Sun, which was later adapted by Steven Spielberg in a highly acclaimed film. Rémi Mazourine leads this walking tour through Ballard’s old neighborhoods, his internment camp and his forced labor at Longhua military airport while revealing details of the city before and during World War II. This is one of several public walks Shanghai Flaneur is offering this month.
May 28, RMB300 (RMB250 for additional person). For time and meeting point, register with publicwalks@shanghai-flaneur.com. See event listing.
May 28: Magic Touch
After rocking last year’s Echo Park Festival, Damon Palermo’s disco house persona is back to get Shanghai booties shaking. Expect a live set that mixes San Francisco psychedelia with a sound rooted in Chicago and Detroit house. Co:Motion’s Raz, MIIIA and Mau Mau support.
May 28, 10pm-late, RMB80. Elevator.
May 28: Shanghai White Night
Bar Rouge and MVP teams up for an over-the-top and luxurious celebration of decadence. Popularized by P. Diddy, the Bund club goes all-white-everything in this extravagant night full of champagne popping and provocative performances. Dress code: full white attire.
May 28, 10pm-late, RMB150. Bar Rouge.
May 28-29: Shanghai Beer Festival
The Boxing Cat Brewery organized beer festival was formerly a Sinan Mansions staple before moving last year to its new spot at The Place in Hongqiao. Despite the new digs, it's the same relaxed outdoor vibes. As usual, breweries across Asia like Beijing's Great Leap and Jing A to Vietnam's Pasteur Street will be on site serving up their craft beers. There will also be DJs and live music performances, as well as plenty of pop-up food stalls. The event caps off Shanghai Beer Week, which runs from May 20-29 starting with their notorious drunken beer cruise down the Huangpu.
May 28-29, 1-10pm, free entry. The Place (Hongqiao).
May 29: Top 100 DJs Festival
As controversial as its fan voted rankings may be, there’s no denying how influential DJ Magazine’s annual Top 100 DJ list is. With the 2016 edition, DJ Magazine China has revived the accompanying festival that packed Pudong Auto Broad Park in 2014. They've scored a major headliner in Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike, who topped last year's list. While there are still plenty of names to be announced, some of the confirmed acts include Tom Swoon (current No. 46), Maltese duo Tenishia (currently No. 71), the mysterious Belgian DJ MATTN, singer-songwriter (and collaborator to dance music stars) Jonathan Mendelsohn and the live debut of Ghost Hvnterz.
May 29, 1pm-late, RMB480-580 (RMB580-680 for VIP passes). Broad Auto Park, 189 Guozhan Lu, by Houtan Lu 国展路189号, 近后滩路. Tickets.
May 29: Matjaz Tancic - 3DPRK
The Beijing-based Slovenian photographer presents this 3D exploration of North Korea. As the first foreign photographer to be exhibited in North Korea, Tancic has teamed up with Koryo Studio on this project that will be released as a book and documentary. This talk will also be a fundraiser for Tancic’s next project, Hḗrōs, a portrait project focusing on the refugee crisis in the Mediterranean. For more, check out our feature on everyday life in North Korea.
May 29, 4pm, 75 RMB (with a drink). Glam, see event listing.
May 31-June 1: La Bayadere and Swan Lake
Award winning dancer Oxana Skorik and fellow Mariinsky Ballet principal and Yevgeny Ivanchenko joins members of one of the Ukraine’s oldest dance companies, National Opera and Ballet Theater, for performances of the classic La Bayadere (Tuesday) and Swan Lake (Wednesday).
May 31-June 1, 7.15pm, RMB180-880. Shanghai Oriental Art Center, tickets.
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