That's Shenzhen takes a look at the best events of the month:
May 2: James Bond Night
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Wear your favorite tuxedo or dress to kill and you can snag a free martini on this 007-themed evening at The Terrace in Sea World. Also, take advantage of the venue’s very reasonable RMB200 deal for free flow martinis.
Thu May 2, 8pm; free entry, RMB200 free flow martinis. The Terrace Restaurant and Bar. See event listing.
May 4: Carl Barat
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Iconic guitarist with The Libertines, and a damn good solo act in his own right, Carl Barat returns to China once more this May after a successful tour around the PRC in 2018.
Sat May 4, 8.30pm; RMB320 presale, RMB380 at the door. B10. See event listing. Tickets.
May 9: Warbly Jets
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Another returning act from 2018, LA band Warbly Jets are back again with a new EP, Propaganda. Taking in eight cities across Greater China, Warbly Jets arrive in Shenzhen on March 9 with legendary Chinese punk band Hedgehog in tow.
Thu May 9, 8.30pm; RMB160 presale, RMB220 at the door. B10. See event listing. Tickets.
May 10-11: Three-Body Problem
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Adapted from the Hugo-winning novel by Liu Cixin, this drama explores the threat of the colonization of the Earth by extraterrestrial intelligence. Lotus Lee studio bring this story to life on stage at Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center this month.
Fri-Sat May 10-11, 3/8pm; RMB380-880. Nanshan Cultural and Sports Center. See event listing. Tickets.
May 10-12: School of Rock
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Based on the wildly successful film of the same name, this musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber tells the story of substitute teacher and ambitious rocker Dewey Finn as he teaches his students the basics of rock ‘n’ roll.
Fri-Sun May 10-12, 2/7.30pm; RMB880-1,280. Shenzhen Poly Theater. See event listing. Tickets.
May 17: German Gala Dinner
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The German Chamber of Commerce in China|South and Southwest, together with the German Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong would like to invite you to the German Gala Dinner on May 17 at The Langham Shenzhen. Are you ready for the city’s biggest German-Chinese party of the year?
Fri May 17, 6pm; RMB800-1,000. The Langham Shenzhen. See event listing. Register here.
May 23: Rat Boy
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Named as NME’s Best New Artist of 2016, Rat Boy (aka Jordan Cardy) combines alternative rock, accented British vocals and a penchant for rapping, making him reminiscent of the sort of vital rock music that brought Jamie T to fame. Catch him and his newest album, Internationally Unknown, when he arrives in Shenzhen this month.
Thu May 23, 9pm; RMB180 presale, RMB220 at the door. Hou Live. See event listing. Tickets.
May 26: Dough Boy
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After the release of his latest album, The Good, Bad & Ugly, Hong Kong rapper Dough Boy returns to the Chinese mainland. Apparently, this tour will present new musical concepts, a brand-spanking-new live show and 13 new songs.
Sun May 26, 8.30pm; RMB150 presale, RMB200 at the door. Hou Live. See event listing. Tickets.
May 27: Jesus and Mary Chain
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Little needs to be said of Jesus and Mary Chain. As one of the most influential UK rock bands of the ‘80s, their unique blend of post punk, noise rock and shoegazing elements saw them adored on both sides of the Atlantic. Also, in the years since its release, their debut album Psychocandy has achieved legendary status. They returned to action in 2017, 19 years after the release of their previous album.
Mon May 27, 8pm; RMB338. Hou Live. See event listing. Tickets.
Mon, All Month: Retro Music Mondays
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Turn out in force for this event every Monday at funky speakeasy Barber Shop. DJs Mashmike and Leevo will play a host of different musical genres from the ’70s all the way to the present day. Also, don't miss out on the great drinks deals that the venue has in store for visitors.
Mon all month, 10pm; free entry. Barber Shop. See event listing.
Thu, All Month: She Likes it Once A Week
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Ladies can enjoy selected house wine and cosmopolitans on the house at this great ladies’ night every Thursday at Champs Bar & Grill, inside of Shangri-La Hotel Shenzhen in Luohu District.
Thu all month, 7-9pm; free entry. Champs Bar & Grill. See event listing.
Until Jun 20: Henry Steiner • Graphic Communicator
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Henry Steiner • Graphic Communicator is Henry Steiner’s first solo exhibition on the Chinese mainland, and also his largest exhibition to date. It presents Steiner's design practices and history since the 1960s. Known as the man who designed the HSBC logo and also Hong Kong’s currency, he has been called the father of Hong Kong’s graphic design scene.
Until Jun 20; RMB50. Sea World Culture and Arts Center. See event listing.
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