The 6 best events this week
Dec 31: Found 158 New Year's Eve Party
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We've got your New Year's celebration sorted with a huge party at everyone's favorite Found 158. Little Creatures, Hooked and El Santo have got together and come up with an offer to get your party started. You get four different drink vouchers and access to venue specials for RMB100 presale and RMB150 at the door. Sounds like a deal to us!
Mon Dec 31, 8pm; RMB100 (presale), RMB150 (door). Little Creatures, see event listing. Purchase tickets here.
Dec 31: Grand Hyatt Shanghai Countdown Party
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New Year's Eve is just around the corner. If you've been procrastinating on making plans, fear not. Grand Hyatt Shanghai is throwing a huge end-of-year bash. This one's going to be extravagant. Entry includes free-flow Champagne and canapes. Studio 188 will keep things going all night long with their lively international tunes. As the clock strikes midnight, 10,000 balloons will be released inside the gorgeous 33-story atrium. It's bound to be a truly memorable way to ring in the new year.
Dec 31, 9.30-late, RMB558. Grand Hyatt Shanghai, see event listing. Purchase tickets here.
Jan 4-6: Der Elefantenpups
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Looking for a family-friendly activity to kick off the new year? Look no further than Der Elefantenpups. The story is about animals in the zoo that choose different musical instruments according to their physical features and ultimately become a symphony orchestra.
Jan 4, 7.30pm / Jan 5, 3.30pm / Jan 6 10.30am; RMB280-380. ET Space, see event listing. Purchase tickets here.
Until Jan 13: Chicago the Musical
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"Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery, all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts." The award-winning international musical Chicago is making its way to Shanghai. With six Tony, two Olivier, one Grammy, two Bafta and six Academy Awards, Chicago truly is "the sharpest, slickest show on the block."
Until Jan 13, 2pm or 7.30pm. RMB280-1080. Majestic Theatre., see event listing. Book tickets here.
Dec 29-Jan 1: Gone with the Wind the Musical
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You may have seen the movie multiple times, but have you ever seen the musical version of Gone with the Wind? Based upon the all-time best-selling novels, the musical features French musical master Gerard Presgurvic as the composer. The talented Rachel Gold, who also played the leading lady in the musical Phantom of the Opera, plays Scarlett O'Hara in the must-see show. Telling a heart-wrenching romantic epic about a girl's journey through life as she becomes a woman, this is a masterpiece you don't want to miss.
Sat Dec 29, 7.30pm; Dec 30-Jan 1, 2pm or 7.30pm, RMB80-1080. Shanghai Culture Square, see event listing. Book tickets here.
All Month: Peppa Pig World of Play
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Peppa Pig World of Play is an indoor theme park built specially for preschoolers and their families. With 10 different play areas, children can immerse themselves in specific scenes and locations from the Peppa Pig TV series. This is an excellent choice for Peppa fans, young and old, to enjoy a special adventure with all the characters from the show.
10am-7pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-8pm (Sat-Sun) RMB158. Peppa Pig World of Play, see event listing. Book tickets here.
The 5 best upcoming events
Jan 17-27: Broadway Musical: A Chorus Line
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A celebration of the passion for music and show business, A Chorus Line tells the story of 25 actors competing for eight roles in a musical production. Since its first Broadway appearance in 1975, A Chorus Line has acclaimed the Pulitzer and nine Tony Awards. Relatively minimalist in regards to stage sets and costumes, this musical is all about stunning vocals and remarkable dance moves.
Jan 17-22, 2pm or 7.30pm, RMB200-800. Shanghai Culture Square, see event listing. Book tickets here.
Jan 22-27: Heartbeat of Home
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From the producers of tap dance sensation Riverdance, Heartbeat of Home is an all-new dance production featuring vibrant rhythm and dynamic dance. Combining traditional Irish dance, sexy salsa and tango, this is a spectacular you could not miss.
Jan 22-25, 7.15pm. Jan 26-27, 2pm or 7.15pm. RMB180-880. Shanghai Grand Theatre, see event listing. Book tickets here.
Jan 19-20: TNT Theatre Britain: Romeo and Juliet
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From the same theater company which brought Macbeth to Shanghai last month, the show will present a Romeo and Juliet as you've never seen before. Without impressive sets or complicated stage design, the performance relies on the skills of the actors and allows the audience to immerse in Shakespeare's poetic and powerful dialogues while pursuing the essence of love.
Jan 19-20, 7.30pm. RMB120-380. Huangpu Theatre, see event listing. Book tickets here.
Feb 22-28: School of Rock the Musical
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As the title suggests, the musical follows an out-of-work rock singer, who works as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. After recognizing his students' talent in music, he turns them into a music band and sets out to win the upcoming competition. Based on the 2003 hit film with the same name, the show, which is a treat for all ages, will blow your mind with thrilling music and a passion for dreaming.
Feb 22-28, 1.30pm or 7.15pm. RMB160-1,080. Shanghai Grand Theatre Lyric Theatre, see event listing. Book tickets here.
March 15: Jim Gaffigan: Quality Time Tour
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Comedy fans have a reason to be excited because Jim Gaffigan is headed to Shanghai. Gaffigan is a Grammy-nominated comedian, actor, New York Times best-selling author, top touring performer and multi-platinum-selling father of five. Gaffigan is known around the world for his unique brand of humor which largely revolves around fatherhood and his observations on life and food. Basically, Jim Gaffigan is hilarious and this show is bound to be a good one.
Fri March 15, 8pm; RMB280-680. Shanghai Centre, see event listing. Book tickets here.
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