The 5 best events this week
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 18-19: Community Center Shanghai 123
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Are you new to Shanghai? If so, commit half a day to learn about the basics of living in Shanghai with Community Center Shanghai's 123. This in-depth orientation covers topics like culture shock, banking, food safety, medical systems, work life, air and water. Meet new friends, get answers from experts and connect with counselors to help you settle into an unfamiliar city.
Fri Jan 18, 9am-12pm. Free entry. Community Center Pudong Center, see event listing.
Sat Jan 19, 9am-12pm. Free entry. AmCham, see event listing.
Jan 19-20: TNT Theatre Britain: Romeo and Juliet
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From the same theater company which brought Macbeth to Shanghai last year, 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.
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 charters from the show.
10am-7pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-8pm (Sat-Sun) RMB158. Peppa Pig World of Play, see event listing. Book tickets here.
All Month: A World Tour of Optic Artistry Show - Tribute to Da Vinci
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The year 2019 marks the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci and a high-tech exhibition is being hosted to pay tribute to this extraordinary occasion. Expect a collection of HD replicas of Da Vinci's masterpieces, which can not only help us better understand the inner world of the genius, but also unlock kids’ interest in both art and science.
10am, RMB100, RMB160 Family (1 adult + 1 kid), RMB200 Family (2 adults + 1 kid). 4F Art Space, Shanghai World Financial Center, see event listing. Book tickets here.
The 5 best upcoming events
Jan 25: Shazia Mirza
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Award winning British stand-up comedian Shazia Mirza is coming to Shanghai. Shazia's made too many TV appearances to count and has toured all over the world. Her previous stand-up show, the critically acclaimed 'The Kardashians Made Me Do It' played for 103 nights internationally across the UK, US, Sweden, Ireland and France and completed four sell-out runs at London's Soho Theatre. Don't forget to check out her sharp, witty and provocative set at Cages Bar & Sports.
Fri Jan 25, 9pm, RMB120 (presale), RMB150 (door). Cages Bar & Sports, see event listing. Purchase tickets here.
Jan 26: Samajam: Kids Show
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China's most popular musical kids show has headed back to Shanghai. Providing children with all sorts of instruments, the show makes kids the stars of the performance themselves by letting them make some amazing music together. Book now and take your children to this creative event and unlock their inner musical potential.
Sat Jan 26, 5.30pm & 7.30pm; RMB180-480. Hongqiao Art Center, see event listing. Purchase tickets here.
Feb 27: A Night With Chris Botti 2019 Live in Shanghai
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The Grammy Award-winning trumpeter and composer Chris Botti is coming to Shanghai this February for his 2019 China tour. After joining Columbia recordings in 2011, Botti quickly established himself as a versatile musician who masters both jazz and pop music. As an inherent performer, Botti owns the stage with his mesmerizing music and charisma and has attracted multiple big names from the industry to share stage with him, including Sting, Paul Simon and Yo-Yo Ma.
Wed Feb 27, 7.30pm, RMB780-980. Shanghai Oriental Art Center - Concert Hall, 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 Mar 15, 8pm; RMB280-680. Shanghai Centre, see event listing. Book tickets here.
Mar 17: The Nutcracker
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The Nutcracker will be brought to life at the Shanghai Centre Theatre this March. Follow Clara on her adventure to save the Nutcracker's life and break the magical spell that turned him from a boy to a toy. The production is perfect for the whole family. Secure your tickets and get ready for the show with mesmerizing plot and exquisite dance.
Sun Mar 17, 10.30am and 2pm, RMB80-240. Shanghai Centre Theatre, see event listing. Purchase tickets here.
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