The 5 best events this week
Aug 29-Sept 2: Multimedia Family Show: The Shadows Thief
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Internationally acclaimed Spanish company AuMents combines visual theatre, dance, video art, object theater, experimental shadow theatre and rock music to create a beautiful, exciting, fantastical journey through a collective fantasy, plunging us through the human soul’s darkness and light. The stage work brings out the imagination of the shadow and is an emotionally dark, richly visual fairy tale for adults and kids alike.
Aug 29-31, 7.30pm; Sept 1-2, 10.30am or 2pm; RMB180-380. ET Space. See event listing. Book tickets here.
Aug 29-Sept 2: Slava's Snow Show
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Created and staged by Russian artist Slava Polunin, Slava’s Snow Show is a renowned production, performed in over 30 countries and more than 100 cities. Drawing on well-known music pieces and hilarious body language, it will bring joy and elicit sweet childhood memories.
Aug 29-31, 7.30pm; Sept 1-2, 2pm or 7.30pm, RMB180-880, 1862 Theater. See event listing. Book tickets here.
Aug 30-Sept 16: Rent 20th Anniversary Show
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This touring production of the wildly popular Broadway show is coming to Shanghai. Originally penned by playwright Jonathan Larson, Rent has claimed prestigious wins like the Pulitzer and Tony Awards. Featuring unforgettable songs like 'Seasons of Love,' Rent is a celebration of young talents striving to make a living out of their passion for the arts.
Aug 30-Sept 16, 2pm or 7.30pm; RMB180-680. Shanghai Culture Square. See event listing. Book tickets here.
Sept 1: AustCham Shanghai's Great Summer BBQ
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AustCham Shanghai’s annual Summer BBQ is back at Wellington College International Shanghai on Saturday, September 1. Join this family-friendly festival with plenty to eat, drink and keep you entertained. There will be lots of outdoor games and activities for the young ones on and off the field, a live band playing classic Aussie tunes as well as fantastic raffle prizes up for grabs.
Sat Sept 1, 10am-4pm; RMB80 (free entry for kids under 16). Wellington College International Shanghai, See event listing. Book tickets here.
Until Aug 31: Nickelodeon Exhibition
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If your kids are fans of Nickelodeon's cartoons, then they are in luck. Hu Bin Dao Shopping Mall has joined hands with Nickelodeon and gathered famous characters for a new themed exhibition. Including SpongeBob, Dora the Explorer and PAW Patrol, children can not only interact with their favorite characters but also purchase related merchandise from the souvenir shops.
Until Aug 31, 10.30am-9pm; RMB98 (Early Bird) or RMB100 (Regular Price). Hubindao Shopping Mall. See event listing.
The 5 Upcoming events
Sept 9: Nourish: Picnic for Life
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Join a celebration of life with great chefs and amazing food at Kathleen’s Waitan. Aimed at raising awareness around the support available through Lifeline Shanghai, this event brings together the Shanghai F&B community, along with their friends and fans. Tickets are on sale. So, save the date, Sunday, September 9, and scan the QR code below to secure your place at this meaningful event.
Sometimes all that is needed is a listening ear. Reach out to Lifeline Shanghai on (021) 6279 8990 or start an online chat via www.lifeline-shanghai.com. 10am – 10pm every day.
Sun Sept 9, drinks at 4pm; dinner at 6.30pm. Kathleen's Waitan. See event listing. Book tickets here.
Sept 15-16: Concrete & Grass Music Festival
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The highly-anticipated return of the Concrete and Grass music festival has been locked in. Prepare to enjoy the talents of over 50 artists and shake your body with the rhythm. With artists such as Li Jian, Daddy Yankee and Slowdive on board, there is no doubt the performances will provide a perfect array of entertainment to enjoy over the weekend.
Sept 15-16, 11.30am-9pm; RMB460 single-day, RMB780 two-day. Shanghai Rugby Football Club. See event listing. Book tickets here.
Sept 22-23: JZ Festival Shanghai 2018
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The biggest jazz festival in Shanghai is returning this September at Camp 3399. Featuring big names including the Branford Marsalis Quartet, The Original Gypsies and Tia Ray, the two-day music fest is the perfect way to spend a day (or two) outdoors while enjoying tons of great music and plenty of entertaining, family-friendly activities.
Sept 22-23, RMB320; Camp 3399. See event listing. Book tickets here.
Oct 6-14: 2018 Shanghai Rolex Masters
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Tennis fans rejoice, as Shanghai Rolex Masters is here again. As a professional men’s tennis tournament held annually in Shanghai, Shanghai ATP World Tour Masters 1000 have drawn lots of big names over the years. This year is no exception. In honor of the tournament’s 10th anniversary, a whole host of special events are planned, including a Master Training Camp, Super FAN events and more.
Oct 6-14, RMB90-4,500, Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena. See event listing. Book tickets here.
Oct 11-21: STOMP
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Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP. This innovative and invigorating stage show blends dance, music and theatrical performance in one electrifying rhythm. This Broadway musical demonstrates that even the most ordinary objects can do extraordinary things when put in the right hands.
Oct 11-12 & 17-19, 7.30pm; Oct 13-14 & 20-21, 3.30pm or 7.30pm. RMB180-702 (early birds); RMB180-780 (regular price). ET Space. See event listing. Book tickets here.
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