That's Shanghai takes a look at the best of the week:
Nov 14-Dec 11: ACT Shanghai International Theatre Festival
This massive theatre festival celebrates its 12th edition with award winning shows from across the world like Polish mime maestro’s Trygve Wakenshaw’s Kraken (Nov 14-15, pictured above) and Hong Kong’s groundbreaking physical theatre show Titus Andronicus 2.0 (Nov 18-20).
Nov 14-Dec 11, various times, RMB120-280 per show. Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre.
Nov 14-Mar 12: Shanghai Biennale
Power Station of Art hosts the 11th edition of this massive contemporary art fair that will emphasize “the possibilities of South-South dialogue within the current scenario of a highly connected world.” The acclaimed Dehli-based Raqs Media Collective (pictured above) curates presenting a destination for many different kinds of exploration and investigation that will also serve as a launching pad for new visions, ideas and artists.
Nov 14-Mar 12, 9am-5pm, RMB20. Power Station of Art.
Nov 15: Deepwater Horizon
Mark Wahlberg and Dylan O’Brien star as two crew members on the oil rig Deepwater Horizon that suffered a massive blowout and a pair of violent explosions in 2010. Described as the US’ worst ever oil spill, the incident resulted in the deaths of eleven workers and the release of tens of millions of gallons of petrolium into the Gulf of Mexio. Directed by Peter Berg, the film has already grossed over USD100 million worldwide since its late September release.
Nov 15: Mystery Wine Dinner
MAYA welcomes Austin Hu for this five course dinner paired with six great Spanish wines from Le Sommelier International. Guests will guess the region, grap and year of the wines with prizes up for grabs.
Nov 15, 7.30pm, RMB450. Maya, see event listing.
Nov 15-16: Paul Taylor Dance Company
As one of the first touring companies of American modern dance, the Paul Taylor Dance Company has cast a wide influence on the artform. For the Shanghai stop of their China tour, they’ll perform selections from 1980’s Sacre Du Printemps, The Rehearsal, 2002’s Promethean Fire and 2008’s Beloved Renegade.
Nov 15-16, 7.15pm, RMB280-880. Shanghai Oriental Art Center.
Nov 15-20: Dressed Up Final Season
Le Royal Méridien Shanghai’s gastronomic journey series continues with Spanish chef Quim Casellas Grassot of the Michelin-star family restaurant Casmar, teaming with Chef Asu Liang, the French chef of Allure Restaurant. Together, they present authentic French delicacies that will tingle all the senses. Dinner menu sets available for RMB388 from November 15-20. November 18 gala dinner is RMB428 per person and November 20 brunch is available for RMB528. VIP packages available starting from RMB1,219.
Nov 15-20, RMB388-1,219. Allure (Le Royal Meridien), see event listing.
Nov 16: UI/UX Design Meetup
The Market hosts this UI/UX Design Meetup for creative professionals, featuring talks from Dr. Jens Mühlstedt on science fiction interfaces, Junfei Pan on introducing interaction design in the context of a central government owned enterprise. The night will also include a lightning talk where attendees can share their personal projects and ideas for community input. On-stage recruitment opportunities available for those looking for designers.
Nov 16, 7pm, RMBTBA. The Market, see event listing.
Nov 16: Fight Night Wine Tasting
It’s Kiwi Week in Shanghai and Jade on 36 is getting in on the act with this fight night pitting New Zealand wines against the world. There will be eight different wines going through four rounds pitting a New Zealand wine against one from a different country. Tickets include wine and canapes.
Nov 16, 7pm, RMB170-220. Jade on 36, see event listing.
Nov 16-Dec 4: Blue Man Group
25 years ago, three newly graduated friends wanted to somehow parlay their interest in design, science, comedy, drumming and music into careers. Shockingly, they’ve succeeded with this hit show that has infiltrated the world’s biggest stages and Arrested Development. They’re making their Chinese mainland debut with a huge tour that stops off at Shanghai Culture Square for an extended run. For more, check out our feature on The Blue Man Group.
Nov 16-Dec 4, 7.15pm (Tues-Sun) and 2pm (Sat-Sun), RMB158-688. Shanghai Culture Square.
Nov 17: The Christmas Designer Market
Get an early start to holiday shopping as more than 75 designers take over Shanghai Centre offering up unique artisan goods perfect for that special gift. As always, there will be plenty of food and drink pop-ups to add to the festive atmosphere.
Nov 17, 10am-5pm, free entry. Shanghai Centre, see event listing.
Nov 17: Florent Boivin
The Michelin star chef takes over the Kerry Hotel Pudong restaurant showcasing his innovative recipes for a healthy lifestyle. There will be six live cooking stations from the chef plus an additional 11 stations from the hotel for an evening of great food.
Nov 17, 5.30-9.30pm, RMB388 plus 16 percent. Kerry Hotel Pudong, see event listing.
Nov 17: It’s New Bordeaux Jolais Party!
Le Bordelais’ branches at Jiashan and the Bund are offering 50 percent off on all Bordeaux wines.
Nov 17, 6pm, free entry. Le Bordelais, see event listing.
Nov 17: Jarreau Vandal
The Amsterdam based producer is part of the Soulection label finetuning a groovy sound that has led to remixes of Drake and FK Twigs. He returns to Shanghai thanks to Yeti.
Nov 17, 9pm-late, free entry with RSVP. Le Baron, see event listing.
Nov 17-18: Giselle
Famed dancer Zhang Dandan established The Guangzhou Ballet in 1994 where it remains one of the country’s most acclaimed groups They present their interpretation of the classic tale of Giselle at the recently opened Shanghai International Dance Center.
Nov 17-18, 7.30pm, RMB80-480. Shanghai International Dance Center, see event listing.
Nov 17-20: Reservoir Dogs
While they may have changed their name from Urban Aphrodite to DreamWeaver, the popular theater company are up to their old tricks, bringing another film classic to the stage. After last year's adaptations of The Princess Bride and Fast Times at Ridgemont High, they kick off their new season by bringing to life Quentin Tarantino's iconic first film success. Stars Mark Edwards, Greg Carew, Ryan Larsen, Mike Griffin, Eric Paci and Liam McDermott. For more, check out our feature on Reservoir Dogs.
Nov 17-20, 8pm showtime, RMB180-200. The Market, tickets.
Nov 18: I Am Not Madame Bovary
After ruling the holiday box office last winter starring in Mr. Six, Feng Xiogang directs his first film in three years. Megastar Fan Bingbing has won awards at film festivals across the world starring as a village woman taking on the Chinese legal system after she is swindled by her ex-husband. The film was screened this year at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Nov 18: A New Zealand Cultural Evening with Kapa Haka
Pudong Shangri-La hosts this evening celebrating traditional New Zealand Māori culture. Top high school kappa haka groups from the Rotorua Boys’ High School and Rotorua Girls’ High School will perform followed by a sumptuous buffet of New Zealand classics including steamed New Zealand mussels, slow cooked New Zealand venison ribs, New Zealand wines and much more.
Nov 18, 7pm, RMB488. Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai, see event listing.
Nov 18: Glam x Baoism Kitchen Pop Up Launch Party
This modern take on traditional Chinese baos take over Glam for an entire month. The opening party features beats from DJ Thomas P, baos and drinks.
Nov 18, 8pm, free entry. Glam, see event listing.
Nov 18: SMZB
The groundbreaking Wuhan punkfathers are hitting the road to celebrate their 20th anniversary and their fiery new album. Released on Maybe Mars, The Chinese Are Coming mixes the group’s customary brew of socially conscious lyrics and Celtic punk. For more, check out our 2015 feature on SMZB.
Nov 18, 8.30-11.30pm, RMB80-100. Yuyintang.
Nov 18: Armin van Burren
Voted as the world’s best DJ for a record-setting five times straight by DJ Magazine’s Top 100 DJ list, the Grammy-nominated Dutch DJ and producer is a trance legend. Revered for his euphoric DJ sets, van Buuren indulges his artistic side by bringing his Armin Only Embrace tour, which focuses on his last studio album, the genre smashing Embrace. For more, check out our interview with Armin van Burren.
Nov 18, 8pm, RMB280-680. Shanghai Oriental Sports Center, see event listing.
Nov 18: Louie Vega
With a jazz saxophonist as a father and an uncle who sang in the salsa group Fania All-Stars, Louie Vegas has added his own immense chapter to the family’s musical heritage. A DJ at AGE 13, Vega held residencies at New York’s hottest spots before teaming up with Kenny “Dope” Gonzalez in the early 1990s to form the legendary remix team, Masters at Work.
Nov 18, 10pm-late, RMB100. UNICO Shanghai.
Nov 18: Jillionaire
A member of Major Lazer with Diplo and Walshy Fire, Jillionaire brings his soca and dancehall rhythms to M2 for a solo show.
Nov 18, 10pm-late, RMB120. M2.
Nov 18: Shing02
The bilingual MC and producer rocks The Shelter one last time as the headliner for this Quality Control party. The Tokyo born rhymer is going extra hard, performing with DJ Spin Master A-1 and saxophonist Nick Kalekini.
Nov 18, 10pm-late, RMB100. The Shelter, see event listing.
Nov 18: Solomun
The Hamburg-raised DJ is a three-time DJ Awards winner for Best Producer and Best Deep House DJ. His remix of Noir & Hayze’s ‘Around’ was dubbed remix of the year by Resident Advisor and he held down two Ibiza residencies this summer thanks to a sound that’s been described as “house music, but with deep, ultra funky basslines, euphoric melodies and emotionally charged vocals.”
Nov 18, 10.30pm-late, RMB180. Fusion, see event listing.
Nov 18-19: Vlad Caamaño
Despite his Russian sounding first name, Caamaño has become one of New York’s hottest stand-ups, mining laughs from his upbringing in an immigrant Dominican family making it work in the Big Apple. Mixing urban grit and intellect, Caamaño was named on Variety’s Top 10 Comics to Watch list this year, and NBC recently ordered a pilot for a sitcom based on Caamaño’s real-life family dynamic. For more, check out our interview with Vlad Caamaño.
Nov 18-19, 8.30pm (Fri) 8pm and 10pm (Sat), RMB170-200. Kung Fu Komedy Club.
Nov 18-20: Festhéâ
The second edition of the French theater festival has a theme about how life is growing up as a woman. There will be two plays coming from France as part of the six show programme. There will also be three free workshops for kids and adults, food and drink pop-ups, a photobooth and a book signing from La Ptite Lu. Part of the proceeds go to More Than Aware.
Nov 18-20, 11am, RMB200 (RMB160 for kids and students). Ke Center for the Contemporary Arts, see event listing.
Nov 19: Will Foundation Charity Event
Pistolera (Jinqiao) hosts this charity fundraiser to assist the Will Foundation’s efforts to aid children. RMB25 tickets include food items with drink specials like a bucket of five Coronas (for six tickets) or a margarita pitcher (for seven tickets). Pre-sale deal of five tickets for RMB100 available until November 15.
Nov 19, noon-5pm, free entry. Pistolera (Jinqiao), see event listing.
Nov 19: Discovering Shanghai in the 1930s with JG Ballard
Rémi Mazourine leads this Shanghai Flaneur walking tour that traces the neighborhoods that the famed English science fiction novelist grew up in that inspired his semi-autobiographical classic, Empire of the Sun, famously adapted to film by Stephen Spielberg.
Nov 19, 2-5pm, RMB300 (RMB250 for additional person, RMB180 for students). Meet at the corner of Xinhua Lu and Panyu Lu, see event listing.
Nov 19: The Sausage Party
Known for their awesome music and design projects, Ivan Belcic and Kaine Lyu reveals their latest project - the Chubby Oni Sausage Co. They’ll be serving up their handmade sausages like the Spicy Iguana Pork Sausage, BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Beef Sausage, and Sweet Chicken and Apple Sausage for RMB50 each on Shanghai Tattoo’s outdoor rooftop terrace with plenty of drinks available. The movie Sausage Party will be screened while DJ Twerk Daddy spins metal, hip hop and rock.
Nov 19, 2-8pm, free entry. Shanghai Tattoo, see event listing.
Nov 19: Popazuda Five Year Anniversary
Skinny Brown’s global funk party turns five and the DADA favorite celebrates the milestone with an epic eight-hour set.
Nov 19, 10pm-late, free entry. DADA.
Nov 19-20: FEAST Festival
The second installment of Social Supply’s food festival brings 10 of the city’s hottest chefs together for a two-day culinary binge at the rooftop of Xintiandi’s The Place, complete with three mixologists, DJs and live music.
Nov 19-20, noon-9pm, RMB50-80 (RMB90 for both days). The Place Rooftop.
Nov 19-20: M Talks
With the Shanghai International Literary Festival a few months away, the organizers are continuing their always illuminating M Talks series. Paul Armstrong-Taylor will provide a fascinating look on shadow banking in China on November 19. The month’s programming caps off on November 20 with a talk from award-winning second generation Chinese-American writer Gish Jen.
Nov 19 and 20, 4pm, RMB75 (with one drink). Glam, see event listings.
Nov 20: Power Tribe
Naked Hub @ Xintiandi welcomes groups like LXW, IPWS, GGI, SWLN, WILL and chozun in this event designed to empower and inspire women by exploring topics ranging from entrepreneurship to networking.
Nov 20, 12.30pm, RMB130. naked Hub @ Xintiandi, see event listing.
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