That's Shanghai takes a look at the best events of the week.
Sep 5: Opening of Tango Cabaret Soiree
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Another cabaret production from The Pearl, Tango is all about one of the world's sexiest dances - and it's opening this Wednesday. It surveys a full range of the genre, from jazz tango to psycho tango, through the story of a girl who's trying to find her way in Buenos Aires. It runs every Friday through to the end of the month, but if you can steal away in the middle of the week, why not catch the opening?
Sep 5-28, 9pm, RMB200 presale, RMB250 door. The Pearl, see event listing, buy tickets.
Sep 6: TOPS
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Canadian indie-pop dream, TOPS' upbeat, lo-fi sound captures summer at its finest with airy chords and twangy guitars. They're good friends with Mac Demarco, and one listen tells you why - they're both on a mission to make retro relevant, and they're killing it.
Sep 6, 8.30pm, RMB120. Yuyintang Park, see event listing.
Sep 6: Hello Franky
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This pop-punk band from Henan is celebrating their debut EP with a tour across China. For those of you who jumped around to New Found Glory or still get all the feels whenever 'First Date' comes on, you'll want to check these guys out on their Yuyintang stop.
Sep 6, 8.30pm, RMB60 presale, RMB80 door. Yuyintang, see event listing.
Sep 6-9 and 12-16: Franziskaner Oktoberfest
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This Bavarian multi-day festival features free-flow beer, live Bavarian music and a three-course dinner hosted by Zeitgeist Bavarian Eatery & Bar. Free. Flow. Beer. Need we say more?
Sept 6-9 and 12-16, from RMB350. Rockbund, see event listing, buy tickets.
Sep 7: Parachutes on Fire Album Release
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Taking cues from psychedelic and classic rock, Parachutes on Fire are known for their groovy riffs, bold harmonies and aviation themed lyrics. This Shanghai-based five-piece rock band will be playing tracks from their newest album at Yuyintang, so go local and support your homegrown bands.
Sep 7, 8.30pm doors, RMB80. Yuyintang, see event listing.
Sep 7: Mykki Blanco
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Electric Circus at The Shanghai Edition kicks off the first of their "Blacklist" parties with Mykki Blanco, Amber Akilla and DJ Toy. Blanco's rap, camp and performance artistry have earned him quite a name for himself, so this is sure to be a wild night. It's RSVP only, so if you want to attend, follow Electric Circus on Wechat: electriccircus.
Sep 7, 10pm, RSVP only. Electric Circus, see event listing.
Sep 7-8: Shake 2 Year Anniversary Party
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Now that they've got two-years in the bag, Shake is getting ready to celebrate with six musicians and a whole lot of funk. Eddy Yang of Tailor Group will be guest bartending on Saturday, and dinner starts from 6pm, with live music in swing as of 10pm. If you're set on hitting up this party, you might want to book in advance.
Sep 7-8, 6pm, RMB100. Shake, see event listing.
Sep 8: Mopsi Pop-Up
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Come along to Kaffiend and attend the Pop-Up Launch of Mopsi, the streetwear clothing and accessories brand founded in 2018 by Kai-Li-Ma. You will be able to find hidden Mopsi products in the Kaffiend store, as well as recieve free drinks, gifts and so much more. We will also have live music provided by '90s hip hop artist DJ Star USB.
Sep 8, 5pm-9pm, no cover. Kaffiend, see event listing.
Sep 8: Steve Aoki
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Legendary electronic producer and DJ Steve Aoki will be playing a set at Linx this month. Expect to hear his remixes of songs by famous artists like Fall Out Boy, and revere his Jesus-like hair as he spins the discs.
Sep 8, 10.30pm, RMB380 early bird, RMB480 presale, RMB580 door. Linx, see event listing, buy tickets.
Sep 8: Welcome Back Block Party
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FIELDS and Shanghai Mamas have teamed up to throw together a welcome back block party for family and friends, old and new. With food, music, workshops (and did we mention food?) it's a more than delicious wat to spend your Saturday.
Sep 8, 11am-5pm, no cover. Shanghai Centre, see event listing.
Sep 8-9: Kerry Beer Fest
Photo courtesy of Kerry Hotel Pudong.
This beer festival hosted at the Kerry Hotel will be bringing in over 30 food and beverage vendors from the city, including Zapfler, Shangri-la Beer, Shanghai Love Beer, Tomatito and New York Pizza, for a boozy and delicious weekend.
Sep 8-9, 11am-9pm, no cover. Kerry Hotel Pudong, see event listing.
Sep 9: Secret Rooftop
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Ooh. A secret rooftop party. Well, sort of secret. They'll have drinks, snacks, games and 10 hours of house/techno/disco to keep you feeling good. Weather permitting, it'll all come with an awesome sunset too.
Sep 9, noon-10pm, RMB80. Youin House, see event listing.
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