Jan 16: Wiener Ring Ensemble
Wiener Ring Ensemble is an Austrian ensemble founded in 1985. With all members coming from the world-renowned Vienna Philharmonic, you can be confident their performance will be a world-class display of talent. Despite consisting of only nine members, the ensemble delivers beautiful melodies and a spectacular show.
Tue Jan 16, 7.30pm-9.30pm; RMB80-880. Shanghai Grand Theatre. See event listing.
Jan 17: Imagine Dragons Live in Shanghai
Formed in Las Vegas in 2008, pop-rock superstars Imagine Dragons have hit upon a major recipe for success with their resonating mix of guitar rock, empowering lyrics and bass-heavy Electronic Dance Music. They're back in town after making their Shanghai debut in 2015 to tour their latest album, 2017's Evolve.
Wed Jan 17, 8pm-9.30pm; RMB480-1280. Mercedes-Benz Arena. See event listing.
All Month: Free New Year Sports with Sport for Life
To keep the festive spirit alive in early 2018, Sport for Life is offering their sports for free. Whatever sports your little ones are into, they are invited to participate in a trial with professional coaches at a time and location to suit you, all free of charge.
Free entrance. Sport for Life. See event listing.
All Month: Bijoux en jeu – Swiss Contemporary Jewelry Design
After becoming a sensation in Barcelona and Basel, the exhibition has targeted Shanghai as the third leg of its world tour. Curated by the mudac (Musée de Design et d’Arts Appliqués Contemporains), the exhibition sets out to showcase nearly 300 pieces of jewelry, designed by 35 creators since the 1960s. You not only get to appreciate numerous gorgeous jewelries, but also learn about the art history of Switzerland in the last century.
11am-7pm (closed Mondays); free entry. Power Station of Art. See event listing.
All Month: Treasures from the Acropolis Museum
If you have wondered about life in ancient Greece, then it’s your lucky day because two treasures from the Acropolis Museum have travelled thousands of miles to Shanghai: the statue of the Kore and the Lekanis’ lid. Both exhibitions will provide an opportunity to become acquainted with the place of origin of the gods of Olympus and its civilization.
9am-5pm (closed Mondays); free entrance. Shanghai Museum. See event listing.
