50 Awesome Upcoming Events in Shanghai

WednesdayHome Cook: Mauritian Briyani @ RIINK

RIINK wants to bring a taste of home to you. Each week, they feature an affordable, unique, and delicious home-style meal created by their talented team or a friend.

This week it is the talented Chef Mary-Kate and Dr. Maneesh, two Mauritians excited to share the taste of their island paradise with you.

This very special Mauritian Briyani is prepared with briyani rice, lots of delicious veggies, chicken, and a blend of seasonings.

Cooked in a pot, this dish is layered with fragrant rice and spices, and has very distinct flavors that loft through the kitchen as it is cooking.

Mauritian Briyani isn’t very spicy, and instead focuses on the fusion of island flavors considered milder, and served with side of tropical cucumber salad, chatini or pickles.

Whether you’re dining with loved ones or flying solo, you’re invited to RIINK’s cozy communal table. Don’t miss this unique culinary experience!

Wed Nov 13, from 6pm

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室

Mario Kart Tournament @ Smokin’ Hog

Smokin’ Hog is hosting a Mario Kart Tournament, with a RMB200 voucher for the fastest Yoshi or Toad in town!

Wed Nov 13, 7-9pm; Free Entry

Smokin’ Hog, 970 Wuding Lu, by Jiaozhou Lu, Jing’an District 武定路970号, 近胶州路

Toshiki Soejima @ MAO Livehouse

Known for his 2021 EP Life, Toshiki Soejima, Japan’s most innovative Neo-Soul Guitarist, is coming to China to bring his new album True to fans in Shanghai, Hangzhou and Guangzhou.

Toshiki showcases his musical identity through evocative songwriting and the distinct timbre of his guitar, focusing on instrumental sounds.

Well-known for his evocative live performances, which are full of emotional depth and philosophy, Toshiki perfectly blends the musical elements of blues, jazz and neo-soul, presenting the ultimate expression of emotion and melody to his audiences.

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Wed Nov 13, 7.30pm; RMB300

MAO Livehouse, 3/F, 308 Chongqing Nan Lu, by Jianguo Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 3/F, 重庆南路308号, 近建国中路

Avril Lavigne & Ladies Rock @ The Pearl

Experience Avril Lavigne & Ladies Rock, featuring the music of Alanis Morrisette, Joan Jett, Pink, Tina Turner, No Doubt, Evanescence, the Cranberries and, of course – Avril Lavigne!

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Wed Nov 13, 8pm; RMB100

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路

Wednesday-SaturdayGreatest Showman Dinner Theater @ The Pearl

Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to a spectacular evening of dinner theater, The Greatest Show.

Inspired by the major motion picture about the life and career of P.T. Barnum, The Greatest Showman, expect all the hits and all the razzmatazz.

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Thu-Sun Nov 14-17, 7.30-9.30pm; RMB200

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路

ThursdayMadonna – Back to the 80s @ The Pearl

Let the Material Girl transport you back to the greatest decade of them all!

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Thu Nov 14, 8pm; RMB100.

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号，近武进路

FridayThe Old Vines Dinner @ Tomatito

A special edition feast for the wine lovers!

This isn’t just a dinner — it’s a full-on flavor journey through some of the oldest, boldest, and most delicious vines from Spain, curated with love and passion by the one and only Vicente from Le Sommelier. 

These featured wines come from vines that have been around for 50 to 150+ years! These old beauties bring a depth and complexity that’ll make you feel like you’re tasting history itself.

And you know we wouldn’t let this wine take the spotlight alone. Our very own Sexy Chef Koen Vessies has whipped up a tapas menu that’s sexy, bold, and perfect for sharing.

Each plate is a little burst of joy, designed to pair flawlessly with every sip.

Fri Nov 15, 7pm; RMB580

Tomatito, 3/F, W08-10, 168 Hubin Lu, by Jinan Lu, Huangpu District 湖滨路168号无限极荟购物中心3楼W08-10, 近济南路

Sunset Party @ Abbey Road

Born and raised in Zambia, engineer by day and musician by the weekend or the occasional night, Madalitso’s take on on music is inspired by several artists under the CCM banner, John Mayer, Jake Isacc, U2 and Needtobreathe just to name a few.

Through his music, a soul and blues mix, Madalitso invites his listeners to ponder questions about reality, love and hope.

Fri Nov 15, 7.45pm; Free Entry

Abbey Road, 3 Taojiang Lu, by Fenyang Lu 桃江路3号, 近汾阳路

Penicillin Pop-up @ WOOBAR

W Shanghai – The Bund will once again launch a pop-up concept bar, this time with Penicillin, Hong Kong.

This bar takes its name from Alexander Fleming’s discovery of the antibiotic, and the white-tiled, borderline-scientific interior hammers home the identity.

Behind the bar, masterminded by Laura and Agung Prabowo, expect all the equipment, gadgets and wizardry one would also expect of a laboratory.

Local and upcycled ingredients take the limelight across its menu, as well as a range of organic ferments from the bar’s in-house climate-controlled fermentation enclosure, also known as ‘The Stinky Room.’

Immersed yourself in a fantasy world of inspiration, rocking to DJ music while sipping four special creative cocktails.

Fri Nov 15, 8.30pm-12 midnight

WOOBAR, 4/F, W Shanghai – The Bund, 66 Lvshun Lu, by Dongchangzhi Lu, Hongkou District 旅顺路66号, 近东长治路

Monsters of Rock @ The Pearl

Metal on metal. It’s what we crave. The louder the better. I’ll turn in my grave. 

Monsters of rock blow the sound system at The Pearl, including covers of AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, Bon Jovi, Guns & Roses, Metallica, The Who, Judas Priest, ZZ Top, Queen and Black Sabbath.

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Fri Nov 15, 9.45pm; RMB150

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路

Friday & SaturdayTraffic Light Singles Party @ La Suite

This weekend, Traffic Light Singles Party at La Suite. Explore your heartbeat signal!

Three colors of roses will represent your different states throughout the night.

Red: Available

Yellow: Complicated

Green: Taken

Fri & Sat Nov 15 & 16, 10pm-Late; Free entry, drinks and canapes before 11:30pm, RMB100 after, includes one drink

La Suite, 1111 Wuding Rd., by Yanping Rd. 武定路1111号, 近延平路

For all La Suite events this week click hereSaturdayJake Paul vs Mike Tyson @ Cages Jing’an

Boxing fans, from 9am this Saturday, Cages will bring you the heavyweight boxing showdown between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson!

In conjunction with this long awaited fight, they will be offering a full brunch buffet from 11am (breakfast sandwiches will be available before 11am).

It’s RMB188 per adult (kids below 1.1m eat for free, between 1.1m and 1.4m enjoy 50% off). In addition, enjoy the beverage free flow for another RMB88.

The bouncy castle will also be available starting at 9am for the kiddos!

Sat Nov 16, from 9am

Cages Jing’an, 3/F, Jing’an Sports Center, 428 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu 江宁路428号静安体育中心3楼, 近武定路

Apiary Open Day @ Urban Beekeeping Shanghai

Urban Beekeeping Shanghai’s apiary tours offer truly ‘hands-on’ experiences. The aim is for guests to fully immerse themselves in the intricate and balanced world of a honeybee colony’s social life.

Each tour begins with a concise introduction, especially emphasizing how to read a beehive frame, meaning participants learn to identify various elements on a frame, which they’ll extract themselves from one of the hives, with guidance from the beekeepers.

Worried about getting stung? They ensure everyone is well-prepared before this inspection, providing thorough training on using personal protective gear and approaching hives safely, and managing bee stings – and the bees are so docile that they didn’t record a single sting among over 400 guests to date.

READ MORE: Meet the Urban Beekeeper Making a Buzz in Shanghai

Sat Nov 16, 1.30-4.15pm; RMB388 one person, RMB699 parent + child

Urban Beekeeping Shanghai, 200 Lianyue Xi Lu 上海市闵行区联跃西路200号

Karneval @ Zeitgeist

It’s time again for Zeitgeist’s famous Karneval party! Join the one-and-only Cologne Karneval in Shanghai! Zeitgeist is back with their bi-annual party hit bringing you the real ‘Kölner Karneval’ feeling!

As usual, expect the best Karneval hits by DJ Paninaro, a delicious finger food buffet, and all night long drink deals (RMB40 for all standard drinks, including all Draft Beers, House Pours, Aperol/Campari Spritz, House Wines, Prosecco!) 

Presale tickets are RMB180, which includes one drink, finger food buffet, and midnight goulash soup！

Sat Nov 16, 7pm; RMB180-200

Zeitgeist, 537 Haifang Lu, by Xikang Lu, Jing’an District 海防路537号, 近西康路

One Night with Ferran Edo Andreu @ Tomatito

Chef Ferran Edo Andreu is back at Tomatito for a one-night-only reunion to whip up a feast with Executive Chef and el Willy partner, Koen Vessies! 

A graduate of the renowned Hofmann culinary school in Barcelona, Ferran began his career under the guidance of Carles Abellan from El Bulli at BRAVO 24 and further honed his craft in Spain’s Basque Country with Enrique Fleischmann at BAILARA.

Returning to Barcelona, he worked alongside Jordi Cruz in the Michelin-starred kitchens of ABaC. After three years and three Michelin stars, Ferran set off for Shanghai, where he joined el Willy group for el Willy on the Bund and quickly captured the hearts (and tastebuds!) of Tomatito’s guests.

Since then, Ferran has brought his talent to new culinary projects, founding his own consulting group, Five Senses Food Consulting Group, where he helps global brands and restaurants reach their full potential.

Now, Ferran is back for one special night at Tomatito, to bring you a spectacular Spanish feast! 

Sat Nov 16, from 7pm

Tomatito, 3/F, W08-10, 168 Hubin Lu, by Jinan Lu, Huangpu District 湖滨路168号无限极荟购物中心3楼W08-10, 近济南路

Moonlight Disko @ RIINK

Head along to RIINK for what is sure to be an unforgettable night of groovy beats under the full moon. 

With DJ Katweasel spinning far-out beats all night, skate around and escape into funky bliss. The kitchen is open late, so grab a drink, lace up your skates, have a bite of nostalgia. Let the good times roll!

Hailing from Cape Town, DJ Katweasel is an 80s Indie, Goth, EBM, Britpop, and Trip Hop psychonaut, rumored to have been originally the product of New Romanticism now reanimated in Shanghai. 

Send message on RIINK WeChat with secret code ‘That’s How I Roll’ for a special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!

READ MORE: Exclusive ¥88 RIINK Deal for That’s Shanghai Readers!

Sat Nov 16, from 7pm; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室

2024 Shanghai Annual Masquerade Ball @ Hyatt on the Bund

Behold, men, and women of Shanghai: This November luring your way to a night of grandeur and class, NOVA Shanghai is presenting 2024 Annual Masquerade Ball on the Bund at the stunning VUE Bar, perched atop the Hyatt on the Bund Hotel. 

his prestigious event marks not only a celebration of style but also the grand reopening of the Hyatt after a two-year hiatus.

As you don your finest masquerade attire, prepare to be captivated by the breathtaking 270-degree panoramic view of the Shanghai skyline and Bund and the luxurious ambiance that VUE Bar offers. 

Immerse yourself in the sophisticated atmosphere as Shanghai’s best DJ spins an electrifying mix of music, setting the perfect backdrop for a night of dancing and mingling with the city’s most stylish crowd.

Don’t miss this unforgettable night where glamour meets excitement. Secure your tickets now and be part of Shanghai’s most anticipated annual event!

Scan the QR code below to get your tickets now:

Sat Nov 16, 8pm-2am; RMB128-168

Hyatt on the Bund, 199 Huangpu Lu, by Wuchang Lu, Hongkou District 外滩茂悦大酒店, 黄浦路199号, 近武昌路

Abba Mamma Mia Tribute Concert @ The Pearl

Sweden’s greatest ever export hits the stage at The Pearl. Expect all the classics and a whole load of Dancing Queens.

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Sat Nov 16, 9.45pm; RMB150

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路

Saturday & SundayJiashan Lane Market @ Jiashan Lane

Shanghai’s funkiest weekend popup market has been a lodestone for talented artisans for over a decade. 

This cozy hideaway venue at the edge of Xuhui District packs in an ample selection of arts, handcrafts, fashion and artisan pantry items that will find a welcome place in any home.

The refurbished courtyard setting invites you to linger over a selection of international street foods and beverages as you catch up with family and friends.

Free admission. Pet friendly.

Fri & Sat Nov 16 & 17, 11am-5.30pm

Jiashan Lane, Lane 259 Jiashan Lu, by Jianguo Xi Lu, Xuhui District 嘉善路259弄, 近建国西路

SundayThanksgiving Deep Dish Pizza @ Cages

Deep Dish is back at both Cages venues this Sunday to satisfy your pizza cravings!

Head along to enjoy the classic flavors on offer: Meat Lover, Vegetarian, and Chicken Parmesan, plus Pepperoni Madness.

And don’t miss this month’s special: Thanksgiving Deep Dish, Smoked Turkey Meat & Fennel Sausage.

Sun Nov 17, 11am until they sell out

Cages Jing’an, 3/F, Jing’an Sports Center, 428 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu 江宁路428号静安体育中心3楼, 近武定路

Cages Huangpu, B1, 788 Zhongshan Nan Yi Lu, by Nanbei Gaojia 中山南一路788号B1楼，近南北高架路

Shanghai Cigar Social Club Brunch @ Tomatito

Head along to Tomatito for a sophisticated Sunday Brunch experience, celebrating the finer things in life. 

Hosted by Sexy Chef Koen Vessies, Ray Shen — the oh-so-fine gentleman behind Ray Fine Wines and member of the Shanghai Cigar Social Club — this event promises great food, drinks, and an elegant ambiance.

Guests will be seated on Tomatito’s outdoor terrace, with a special area set aside for cigar smokers to indulge as they enjoy their wine and company.

Sun Nov 17, from 12 noon; RMB688

Tomatito, 3/F, W08-10, 168 Hubin Lu, by Jinan Lu, Huangpu District 湖滨路168号无限极荟购物中心3楼W08-10, 近济南路

Monday-SundayItalian Cuisine Week @ Bella Vita Haifang Lu

A week to celebrate all things Italian, with a specials menu full of ‘Recipes from our Roots.’

Mon-Sun Nov 18-24

Bella Vita, 555 Haifang Lu, by Xikang Lu 海防路555号, 近西康路

Tuesday
We Love Cartoons Quiz @ El Santo

This week’s themed quiz at El Santo is We Love Cartoons. Entry is absolutely free and – as always – there will be great prizes on offer. If all that excitement is not enough for you, it is Taco Tuesday, with tacos – and Corona, and house wine, and frozen margaritas – all just RMB20!

Scan the QR on the poster above to reserve a spot.

Tue Nov 19, 7.30pm; Free Entry

El Santo, B/1, Found 158, 158 Julu Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu 巨鹿路158号B1层, 近瑞金一路

 Musicals Trivia Night @ RIINK

This week is Musicals!

Every Tuesday starting at 8pm, Trivia Night at RIINK, simple trivia to tease your brain. Six catagories of fun trivia, RMB300 bar tab for first, RMB200 bar tab for second, and shots for third!

With a different theme each week,  bring your friends, form a team, food and drinks served till late, participants enjoy happy hour all night long!  

Tue Nov 19, 8-10pm; Free Entry

RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室

CICC Members’ Meeting Eastern China @ The Middle House

The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite you to the CICC Members’ Meeting in Eastern China, with a special contribution from Bruno Lannes, Senior Partner, Bain & Company on China consumers insights. 

The entire gathering will be divided into two main sessions. The first one will see the intervention of Bruno Lannes on China consumer insights, followed by a short coffee break, and then, the meeting of the Board of Directors 2024-26 and the CICC Members of the territories of Eastern China: Shanghai, Zhejiang, Anhui and Jiangsu.

Tue Nov 19, 8.30pm-12 midnight; CICC Members: Free of Charge, Non-Members: RMB500

The Middle House, 366 Shimen Yi Lu, by Weihai Lu, Jing’an District 石门一路366号, 近威海路

Ongoing
Amazing Culinary Journey of Le Petit Chef @ Albero Spanish Restaurant

Experience ‘Le Petit Chef,’ a new dining adventure where 3D projected animations and culinary delights merge into a feast for all the senses.

This unique modern fairy tale, suitable for all ages, is accompanied by a delicious menu tailored to the animations. The 58-mm tall chef will transport you into a world where 3D cinema meets exceptional cuisine.

Embark on an exciting and fun dining adventure like no other at the Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai’s Albero Spanish Restaurant!

Please book one day in advance. For reservation, please call +86 21 3867 9196.

Until May 7, 2025

Mon–Sun, 6.30-9.30pm

Albero Spanish Restaurant, 2/F, Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai, 1288 Lujiazui Huan Lu, by Dongyuan Lu, Pudong District 陆家嘴环路1288号2楼, 近东园路

T+ TicketingFestivals & PartiesImmortal Fighting Spirit: INFIN Wrestling Live Show @ Modern Sky Lab

Experience history in the making as New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) arrives in China for the very first time!

On December 14, Shanghai will host the Antonio Inoki Memorial Event, uniting INFIN Pro Wrestling, NJPW, the Inoki Genome Federation (IGF), Dragon Fighting Wrestling (DFW), and the Hong Kong Wrestling Federation (HKWF) for a night honoring the legendary Antonio Inoki.

Don’t miss this unprecedented showcase of global talent, where wrestling giants and rising stars collide in a tribute to Inoki’s enduring legacy and indomitable spirit.

Be there for a thrilling night of action and witness wrestling history firsthand!

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

Sat Dec 14, 7pm; RMB158-588

Modern Sky Lab, 3/F, Ruihong Tiandi, 188 Ruihong Lu, by Tianhong Lu 瑞虹路188号3楼, 近天虹路

Stage Shows
Blue Man Group @ ROJO Art Space

Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter and surprises.

Operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy and non-verbal communication.

Featuring a diverse mix of percussion instruments made of atypical objects, such as drums with paint sprays and an organ made of PVC pipes, expect a unique blend of music, technology, and humor.

Scan the QR code below to get your tickets now:

Until Dec 1, 2.30pm & 7.30pm; RMB280-1,089

ROJO Art Space – Art Center Hall, 570 Huaihai West Road, Changning District 上海市长宁区淮海西路570号

Rebecca @ Shanghai Culture Square

Two of the most successful musical authors in the German-speaking world, Michael Kunze and Sylvester Levay, have created another magnificent masterpiece.

The spectacular production Rebecca, based on the world-famous novel by Daphne du Maurier, tells a romantic love story at the Manderley estate, set in Cornwall, which gradually develops into a gripping thriller with lots of intrigues and dark surprises.

A shy and naïve young girl falls in love with the aristocratic widower Maxim de Winter after they meet in Monte Carlo. She then accepts to return to Manderley, a magnificent mansion by the seaside, with him as his wife.

However, sinister housekeeper, Mrs. Danvers, awaits, and openly shows her disdain of the new lady of the house, while Max seems to be hiding a troubled mind and a dark secret.

Manderley is obsessed by a shadow from the past – the late Mrs de Winter, Rebecca. With the discovery of Rebecca’s body, the secret of Manderley is about to be revealed…

With more than 20 top-class actors and actresses, accompanied by an orchestra, and featuring the original costumes, this staged concert version of the successful German-language musical is a must-see.

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Tue Nov 5-Sun Nov 17, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB480-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号，近陕西南路

European Chamber Music: Classical Masterpieces @ Yunjian Theater

An afternoon of classical masterpieces from the European Chamber Music Quintet, including the composers Strauss, Mozart, Georges Bizet, Edward Elgar, and Beethoven.

Enjoy the following set list:

The Blue Danube

The Marriage of Figaro

Carmen Suite – Habanera Dance

Salut d’Amour – Love’s Greeting

Ludwig van Beethoven – Ode to Joy

Symphony NO.5 in C Minor, 0p.67

Turkish March

Serenade for String in G Major – Mozart

Swan Lake Suite

Auld Lang Syne

Troika

Voices Of Spring

Toreador Song – Carmen

Hungarian Dance No. 5

Love Theme from Romeo & Juliet

Mariage D’Amour

Jasmine Flower – Chinese folk songs

The Lovers – Chinese folk songs

Radeski’s March

Better still, we are offering a special two-for-one ticket deal, starting from just RMB180 for two people.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

Sun Nov 24, 2.30pm; RMB180-380

Yunjian Theater, No. 69, Lane 6, Renmin Nan Lu, Songjiang District 松江区人民南路6弄69号

European Chamber Music: Modern Masterpieces @ Yunjian Theater

Follwing on from an afternoon of classical masterpieces (see above, an evening of modern classics from the European Chamber Music Quintet.

Enjoy the following set list:

He’s a Pirate

The Avengers

Main Titles

Young and Beautiful – Lana Del Rey

This Is Me

Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen

Mariage D’Amour

See You Again

Por Una Cabeza

Can You Feel The Love Tonight

More Than Love

Playing Love

My Heart Will Go On

Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence

Mystery of Love

A Thousand Years

City of Stars

Let It Go

Mission: Impossible

As with the afternoon performace (see above), we are offering a special two-for-one ticket deal, starting from just RMB180 for two people.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

Sun Nov 24, 7.30pm; RMB180-380 special 2-for-1 ticket deal

Yunjian Theater, No. 69, Lane 6, Renmin Nan Lu, Songjiang District 松江区人民南路6弄69号

Dance for Life: Paul Taylor Dance Company Night of Eras @ AIA Grand Theater

The Paul Taylor Dance Company is one of the world’s most highly respected and sought-after ensembles; since its first European tour in 1960, they have performed in over 600 cities across 64 countries.

One of the pioneers of modern dance, Paul Taylor first presented his choreography with five other dancers in Manhattan in 1954, starting off more than 60 years of unrivaled creativity that saw him present a total of 147 works, renowned for their elegant and powerful expression, as well as their whimsical yet clear style.

The Paul Taylor Dance Company is dedicated to sharing modern dance with the widest possible audience, and their two-night Shanghai residency will showcase selected pieces from Taylor’s illustrious career, including ‘Dust,’ ‘Promethium Fire,’ ‘Arden Court’ and more.

This is your chance to see live performances of the works of a cultural icon, one of history’s most celebrated artists, hailed as part of the pantheon that created American modern dance.

READ MORE: Modern Dance Icon Paul Taylor’s ‘Night of Eras’

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Thu & Fri Dec 5 & 6, 7.30pm; RMB180-680

AIA Grand Theatre, 889 Dongdaming Lu, by Gongping Lu, Hongkou District 东大名路889号, 近公平路

British NSO New Year’s Concert @ Shanghai Oriental Art Center

A very special New Year’s Concert from the British National Symphony Orchestra, one of the most prestigious orchestras in the world.

Enjoy the following set list:

Glinka – Ruslan & Ludmilla Overture

Dvorak – New World Symphony

Strauss – Die Fledermaus Overture

Strauss – Cuckoo Polka

Puccini – O Mio Babbino

Gounod – Romeo et Juliette Juliets Aria (Soprano: Anna Wadell)

Strauss – Thunder and Lightning Polka

Strauss – Champagne Polka

My Fair Lady – I Could Have Danced All Night

Franz Lehar – Zigeunerliebe (Soprano: Anna Wadell)

Strauss – Blue Danube Waltzes

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

Mon Dec 30, 7.30pm; RMB384-1,080

Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 425 Dingxiang Lu, by Shiji Dadao, Pudong District 丁香路425号, 近世纪大道

Ludwig² The King is Back @ Shanghai Culture Square

Ludwig² The King is Back tells the story of a fairytale king, Ludwig II, who ascended to the throne at the age of 18.

Deeply influenced by Wagner’s operas, he loved art and pursued peace, and spent more than 10 years building Neuschwanstein Castle, hoping to make his fairytale come true, away from the chaos of political power and conspiracies.

Yet the king’s actions intensifies the opposition’s dissatisfaction, and they force a doctor to sign a certificate of mental illness, with mysterious tregedy ensuing.

With a large-scale orchestra of 65 people, gorgeous costumes and original musical artists, Ludwig² The King is Back will treat the audience to a grand, classical German musical feast, telling the dream and legend of the fairytale king.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

Thu Dec 12-Sun Dec 15, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB680-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号，近陕西南路

BEIDOU @ Shanghai International Dance Center

BEIDOU is the first work of Shanmian Theater with a proscenium stage. Choreographed by Geng Zibo, the director of the acclaimed dance theater works MAD WORLD and SECRET WORLD, it is performed with prominent dancers from ZiBo Dance Theater. 

BEIDOU constructs a mysterious universe that is both distant and close, with plain but profound body language.

Inspired by the faith in the Big Dipper, one of the oldest constellations in Chinese astronomy, the story narrates the journey of a Polaris youth who, after a nightmare of falling through the Big Dipper, transcends reality and himself in a perilous quest to reclaim the Big Dipper.

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Sat & Sun Dec 14 & 15, 7.30pm; RMB252-342

Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路

Casanova @ Shanghai Culture Square

Based on Matteo Strukul’s bestselling book Giacomo Casanova – La Sonata Dei Cuori Infranti, the Italian original musical Casanova celebrates Venice and tells the saga of her most famous son, Giacomo Casanova.

The musical is created and produced by Red Canzian, composer and bass player of the legendary Italian band POOH, and featuring costume design by award-winning designer Stefano Nicolao Atelier.

The show’s Italian-inspired songs and dances, combined with beautiful historic costumes and scenes, bringing the splendor of 18th century Venice to life.

Giacomo Casanova himself is brought to life by internationally acclaimed performer, singer and actor Gian Marco Schiaretti, back to an Italian title for the first time in 13 years, after playing in international productions of Notre Dame de Paris, Don Juan and more around the world.

Scan the QR code to get your tickets now:

Fri Dec 20-Sat Dec 28, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB480-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号，近陕西南路

Disney in Concert: The Sound of Magic @ New Bund 31 Performing Arts Center

The Sound of Magic is a live symphonic journey through Disney’s most cherished songs and scenes, reimagined for an unforgettable night at New Bund 31.

With the Wuxi Symphony Orchestra on stage, this concert combines beloved Disney animation with new arrangements, creating a cinematic experience that takes fans through classics like Snow White, The Lion King, Aladdin, Frozen, and Moana.

Expect a fresh medley of Disney’s greatest hits, weaving iconic moments and music into an immersive ride down memory lane and beyond. It’s a blend of nostalgia and discovery, capturing a century of Disney magic in a single, captivating evening.

Tue & Wed Dec 24 & 25, 7:30pm; RMB180-680  

New Bund 31 Performing Arts Center, 666 Haiyang Xi Lu, by Dongyu Lu, Pudong District 海阳西路666号, 近东育路

The Nutcracker @ Shanghai International Dance Center

Co-produced by Shanghai Ballet and Shanghai Grand Theatre, The Nutcracker is based on the original story, with Victorian scenery, fantasy magic and folk dance, but with Chinese elements to give the audience a new and fresh angle at this classic Christmas ballet.

Expect an immersive experience, with innovative costumes, lavish sets, stunning multimedia effects, and a few surprises in this romantic winter wonderland, all backed by a performance history that highlights Shanghai’s rising influence in the ballet world.

Perfect for lovers of ballet, families, and anyone up for a new take on this Yuletide classic.

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Tue-Sat Dec 24-28, 7.30pm; RMB180-1,734

Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路

Swan Lake @ Shanghai International Dance Center

A Russian retelling of an old German folk tale, the story of Swan Lake is one of tragedy – that of Odette, a princess turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer’s curse.

First staged by the Imperial Ballet at Moscow’s Bolshoi Theatre in 1877, and with music composed by Tchaikovsky, Swan Lake is a masterpiece and a must-see for anybody interested in the art form – or who simply enjoys sheer spectacle.

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Tue Dec 31, 7.30pm; RMB180-1,734

Wed Jan 1, 2pm; RMB180-1,734

Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路

Notre Dame de Paris @ Shanghai Culture Square

Based on the acclaimed novel by Victor Hugo, Notre Dame de Paris tells the story of the bell-ringer cathedral Quasimodo and his tragic love for the beautiful gypsy Esmeralda.

This musical features the unforgettable music composed by Richard Cocciante with lyrics by Luc Plamondon, and lively expresses the whole of life, history and fate of the original novel with its magnificent scenes and energetic performances by an international ensemble of singers, dancers and acrobats. 

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Fri Jan 3-Mon Jan 27, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB480-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square, 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号，近陕西南路

Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai @ Shanghai Circus World

Acrobatics, dance, theater and even extreme sports – long-running Shanghai multimedia spectacular Era’s second season is in full swing at Shanghai Circus World.

The latest show, Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai, is a collaboration between a French choreography team and Chinese artists, featuring a completely new storyline and scenes, thrilling acrobatic skills, magnificent stage effects and the latest technologies.

Fans of the first season of Era, which attracted more than 5 million visitors over its 15-year run, will also be happy to hear they retain some of the classic attractions too, such as the bowl balancing act and thrilling, white-knuckle motorbike ball finale.

TicketsEra 2: Spirit of Shanghai is on at the following times:

Mon-Fri, 7.30pm

Sat & Sun, 2pm & 7.30pm

Tickets are priced RMB380-880.

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Shanghai Circus World, 2266 Gonghexin Lu, by Guangzhong Xi Lu 共和新路2266号, 近广中西路

Walking ToursGPS Walks

GPS Walks is a walking tour WeChat mini-program which uses your location to play commentary automatically, so that while you walk you can listen and focus on your surroundings.

You can start your walk at any time and stop whenever and wherever you like, for as long as you like. You don’t even need to hit pause; when you start moving again, the playback will continue.

You can follow your progress on a map, but the commentary also gives you directions, so you don’t need to be glued to your screen.

They currently have seven walks online, each one lasting around one-and-a-half hours. On each tour there are some well known and famous places, and great photo opportunities, but also some hidden gems tucked away for people to discover.

The aim is to pick out the stories that bring a bit of Old Shanghai to life, and go a little bit deeper than the dry statistics there might be on the plaque on the outside of a building.

READ MORE: Shanghai’s Revolutionary New GPS Walking Tours

Price: Each walk is RMB60 individually, or RMB99 for a one day unlimited pass, and RMB149 for a two day unlimited pass.

Languages: Chinese, English, French, and German.

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Food & Drink
20% Off @ Tacolicious
Image by Sophie Steiner/That’s

Tacolicious strives to push the boundaries, with in-house made fresh ingredients of fusion tacos, surrounded by a steady hip hop beat and heavily poured drinks.

Fan favorites at Tacolicious include the Fried Fish Tacos, the Steak Asado and – of course – the Grilled Shrimp.

On the drink side, a full bar compliments and highlights the fun atmosphere of Tacolicious, with their very popular Silver Coin Margarita, selection of frozen margaritas, fresh fruit daiquiris, secret shots, and blink-and-you’ll-miss-them specials on esoteric shots like Fernet Branca to the ever-popular Michelada.

Now you know about all that Tacoliciousness, have we got a deal for you – for a limited time only, we’re selling RMB100 vouchers for Tacolicious for just RMB80.

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Tacolicious, Room 104-105, 34 Yuyao Lu, by Xikang Lu 余姚路34号1幢104-105室, 近西康路

40% Off @ Mignon 9

Mignon 9 is a trendy Parisian style restaurant on Wuyuan Lu, a tribute to the classic wine bistros of France, lending even more of a Paris backstreet feel to the already leafy-green, tree-lined roads of the former French Concession.

Click Here to Read Our Full ReviewOn T+ we are selling Mignon 9 coupons with a value of RMB200 for just RMB120 – a discount of 40%!

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Mignon 9, No.71 Wuyuan Lu, by Wulumuqi Lu, 五原路71号, 近乌鲁木齐路

Comedy
SpicyComedy English Stand-Up Showcase @ SpicyComedy Lounge

SpicyComedy is stand-up in Shanghai featuring some of the funniest local and traveling comedians.

With shows held throughout the week at the SpicyComedy Lounge in Xintiandi, audiences are in for an unforgettable night of laughs.

READ MORE: Meet the Trilingual Comedian Spicing Up Shanghai’s Comedy Scene

Each show features five to six talented English-language comedians, each performing 8-15 minute sets, varying with everything from spotlight specials with featured comedians to open mic nights for newcomers.

Upcoming ShowsWed Nov 13, 7.30pm, RMB158

Fri Nov 15, 7.30pm, RMB188

Wed Nov 20, 7.30pm, RMB128

Fri Nov 22, 7.30pm, RMB188

Wed Nov 27, 7.30pm, RMB128

Fri Nov 29, 7.30pm, RMB150

Sat Nov 30, 7.30pm, RMB150

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SpicyComedy Lounge, 3/F, Building 6-7, South Block, 123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu 兴业路123弄，新天地时尚一期6-7号楼3层南里食集北区, 近马当路

Art ShowsElizaveta Porodina | UN/MASKED @ Fotografiska Shanghai

“It is dedicated to this ‘stranger side’ in all of us, to that uncovered color in your kaleidoscope.”

Elizaveta Porodina

Following the show in Fotografiska Stockholm, Berlin and New York, Elizaveta Porodina will bring her latest exhibition ‘UN/MASKED’ to Shanghai, inviting Chinese audience to step into her abstract and surrealist photographs reflecting her inner world, and to experience an exploration of their own inner-self.

The artworks in the show examine the way we present ourselves to others and the many aspects of our personalities we hide away.

“It’s about the personas that we put on,” Porodina explains, “and the masks and the layers that we are creating to make other people’s, or our own experiences of life, easier and more graspable for ourselves.”

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Thu Nov 7 until Feb 16, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing’an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

Contemporary African Photography | Marvellous Realism @ Fotografiska Shanghai

The first and largest exhibition of African photography in Asia, Marvellous Realism. The exhibition is curated by Ekow Eshun, project led by Lucy MacGarry, and proudly presented by Fotografiska in partnership with the KT Wong Foundation.

Focused primarily on sub-Saharan African countries, Marvellous Realism is transnational in outlook; the exhibition presents work by established and emerging artists using photography and film as a means to envisage contemporary African cultural identity as a state of ongoing possibility, in which myth, memory and movement weave together into a rich tapestry of expansively imaginative art works.

The exhibition is founded on an awareness of how the rich and diverse contemporary art and cultural scenes in Africa remain largely unknown to the Chinese public, in spite of the importance of long-standing economic and political relationships.

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Until Dec 1; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing’an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

 ‘Three in One’ by Li Weiyi @ Fotografiska Shanghai

By deconstructing everyday objects from the real world and reassembling seemingly irrelevant elements, artist Li Weiyi not only breaks free from the constraints of conventional forms, but also challenges the boundaries of viewers’ visual and cognitive experiences with her unique perspective.

‘Three in One’ is an exhibition that questions and reflects on the relationships between art, life, and self-awareness.

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Oct 13-Jan 12; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing’an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

‘Sweet Dreams’ by Chen Wei @ Fotografiska Shanghai

Artist Chen Wei has increasingly extended his practice to the exhibition site, continuously employing various media such as video, sound, and installation to reshape the possibilities of narrative images through scenario re-enacting. 

Through multidimensional artistic expression, he creates a space for thinking, inviting the viewers to rethink how to establish one’s own sense of time and the integrity of an individual in a technology-driven society.

Showcasing a set of new artworks by the artist created for this occasion, the exhibition is presented in a theatrical format that draws the viewers into a fragmented time-space of interwoven virtual and reality, focusing on the screen-dominated nature of contemporary life.

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Oct 13-Jan 12; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing’an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

Live MusicPearl Floyd @ The Pearl

Featuring Mark W coming all the way from Chicago, the last three times the band performed the Pink Floyd opus at The Pearl it was one for the ages; sold out and in front of a passionate, discerning audience.

The Pearl’s Red Stars Band, always up for a challenge, delivered two sets of mind-blowing sonic theatrics that brought back a lot of great memories. 

There will be early material from the 1960s and the days of Syd Barrett, when the band were exploring psychedelic rock in the London underground music scene, followed by music after the addition of David Gilmour and his signature guitar sound – as Pink Floyd began to develop epic conceptualized albums, including Dark Side of the Moon.

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Thu & Sun Nov 21 & 24, 8.30pm; RMB150

Fri & Sat Nov 22 & 23, 8.30pm; RMB180

The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号，近武进路

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