That's PRD takes a look at the best of the week in Shenzhen:
Jan 17: 2018 Shenzhen International Summit
Does your company offer services to foreigners in China? Meet other representatives from visa agencies, training centers, international co-working spaces, foreign investment, real estate and more, then learn how you can take part in HiredChina's plan for an 'international living office block' in Shekou, Shenzhen.
Jan 17, 2pm; free entry. HiredChina. See event listing.
Jan 18-21: The Producers
From the Academy Award-winning movie, Mel Brooks brings the story of Max Bialystock, timid Leo Bloom and their extravagant boondoggle to the stage. With singing and dancing and barrels of laughter, this touring production starring Richard Morse, Richard Meek and Sam Wingfield will have your pulse marching to a faster pace.
Jan 18-21, 7.30pm; RMB280-880. Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center. See event listing. Tickets.
Jan 19: Shenzhen Stories Presents Best Laid Plans
Shenzhen's crowd-sourced storytelling event is back, with a roster of selected speakers talking about best laid plans and their 'hilarious, heart-breaking, inspiring, or just down right strange' results. As a bonus, a partnership with International Shenzhen Artist Forum (ISZAF) will add a visual twist to the stories, with artists illustrating what they see and hear during the event.
Jan 19, 7.30pm; free entry. Sculpting in Time Cafe (Shekou). See event listing.
Jan 19: Dirty Fingers at Brown Sugar Jar
One of 2017’s hottest China-based bands, Dirty Fingers, have transformed from a crazy, alcohol-fueled party band to a group of professional and committed musicians over their two-year tenure. Their second album, How’d I Turn So Bad, has been described as raucous, messy and intoxicating, while the band’s absorbing stage charisma continues to draw fans a-plenty. Read our interview with Dirty Fingers here.
Jan 19, 9-11.30pm; RMB60 presale, RMB80 at the door. Brown Sugar Jar Public House. See event listing. Tickets.
Jan 19: Kimono Party at The Terrace
The Terrace is celebrating Japanese culture in its own special way with a kimono-themed get-together this weekend. The guest in the sexiest kimono gets a prize; all others can console themselves with happy hour specials, running daily until 9.30pm.
Jan 19; free entry. The Terrace. See event listing.
Jan 20: Mix & Eat 3 - Italian Cuisine Meets Cocktails
Paletto Chef de Cuisine Stefano Nicodemo has partnered up with the 'Queen of Cointreau,' Ms. Lola, to create a revolutionary new pairing of cuisine and cocktails. A luxurious five-course dinner at Paletto will start on 6.30pm on January 20, while the after party at Curv, The Bar, will begin at 10pm. Read more here.
6.30pm; RMB150-1,588 presale, RMB250-1,588 plus 15 percent service charge at the door. Paletto – The Ritz-Carlton, Shenzhen. Curv, The Bar. Tickets.
Jan 20: Crypto, Bitcoin, ICO, Business Networking MasterMind Meetup #6
Curious about the current cryptocurrency craze? Learn more about Bitcoin, alt coins and more at the latest MasterMind meetup. Plus, network and sup on pizza, wraps, cheesecake and free flow beer, all hosted in a tech-savvy Huaqiangbei space. Early bird discounts end January 17; scan the QR code in the poster to RSVP.
Jan 20, 6-9pm; RMB88 early bird, RMB120. TroubleMaker. See event listing.
Jan 20-Mar 1: Chinese New Year Specials – Cantonese Cuisine, Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea
To ring in the Chinese New Year, Shenzhen Marriott Hotel Golden Bay is offering a set of preemptive specials. Sup on Teochew Cantonese delicacies featuring fresh ingredients poached, steamed and braised. Plus, enjoy a limited-time spring-themed tea menu with cherry blossom-flavored sweet treats and a range of seasonal drinks (RMB48 and up). All prices subject to 15 percent service charge.
Jan 20-Mar 1; RMB298 plus service charge for tea set, RMB7,880 plus service charge for Teochew meal (8-10 people), RMB9,880 plus service charge for Teochew meal (10-12 people). Shenzhen Marriott Hotel Golden Bay. See event listing.
Jan 21: Foster the People
American band Foster the People are on a China tour to promote their third album, Sacred Hearts Club. The album’s hip-hop and electronic influences mark a departure from the band’s previous indie pop records, Torches and Supermodel. Although best known for the viral hit, ‘Pumped Up Kicks,’ there’s more to the band than sinister lyrics juxtaposed with sunny beats. Get acquainted with the band here.
Jan 21, 7pm, RMB380-580. A8 Live. See event listing. Tickets.
Jan 21: Kuku Chai International Youth Art Exhibition
This exhibition is the result of an intergenerational dialogue between students at six international schools and Kuku Chai, 'one of Southern China’s most infamous female visual artists.' The selected works, created by kids aged 7-18, are a reaction to Chai's oeuvre and feature Chinese landscapes, fauna and cityscapes.
Jan 17-22, 2-4pm reception Sun, 9am-9pm Wed-Fri & Sun-Mon, 9am-2.30pm Sat; free entry. Art Wharf Gallery. See event listing.
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