In Satie | The Rite of Spring @ Shanghai International Dance Center
In Satie | The Rite Of Spring, is a double-bill production blending music and dance theater. First initiated in 2021, this world premiere at the Shanghai International Dance Center features a collaboration between Chinese classical musicians and Xie Xin Dance Theatre dancers.
In Satie-The Lightness
This segment features re-arranged versions of Satie's Gymnopédies and Gnossiennes for piano and vibraphone by Fu Yifei. Choreographer Xie Xin seamlessly integrates musicians as part of the dance ensemble.The Rite of the Spring – The Rising Road
Based on the original two-piano arrangement, Fu Yifei has re-imagined the orchestral percussion for a version featuring two pianists and two percussionists.Since its 1913 debut, Stravinsky's monumental score has inspired countless dance productions. Now, Xie Xin – already internationally recognized – takes on the challenge of creating a fresh and stunning interpretation of 'La Sacre du Printemps,' performed with this unique instrumental ensemble.This production promises to be truly one-of-a-kind, showcasing innovative artistry in both music and dance.Click below to get your tickets now:
Fri & Sat Feb 21 & 22, 7.30pm; RMB180-580Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路Theatre of Dreams @ Shanghai International Dance Center
Performed by the inimitable dancers of Hofesh Shechter Company, this thrilling new work delves deep into the world of fantasy and the subconscious, revealing fears, hopes, desires and a myriad of emotions that penetrates not only our dreams but also our waking thoughts – the mind is king.The dancers' bodies bring to life this interplay between poetry and reality, accompanied by a small band of musicians playing live to the backdrop of Shechter's trademark cinematic sound-score, to create a powerful, sculptured setting to this dreamscape.
Click below to get your tickets now – early bird discounts apply until Jan 17:Fri-Sun Mar 7-9, 7.30pm; RMB180-1,080Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路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.
Tickets
Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai is on at the following times:Tickets are priced RMB380-880.Click below to get yours now:
Shanghai Circus World, 2266 Gonghexin Lu, by Guangzhong Xi Lu 共和新路2266号, 近广中西路Comedy
Ian Badenhorst: My Life in China @ SpicyComedy Lounge
Join Spicy Comedy for an unforgettable evening of laughter as Ian Badenhorst takes the stage for a hilarious set.Originally from South Africa, Badenhorst has called Shanghai home since 2006, and his years living in Asia have given him a treasure trove of comedic material.With sharp wit and a knack for turning life's absurdities into laugh-out-loud moments, Badenhorst's show offers a relatable and insightful look at the cultural quirks, misadventures, and surprises he's encountered along the way.Whether you're a longtime Shanghai resident or a newcomer, his tales of cultural clashes and navigating life in modern China will resonate with locals and expats alike.We sat down with the South African funnyman last year to hear about his journey, and find out what people can expect from his set.Click below to get your tickets now:
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English Stand-Up @ 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.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 Shows
Wed Jan 22, 7.30pm, RMB138
Fri Jan 24, 8pm, RMB188
Sat Jan 25, 4.30pm, RMB398
Sat Jan 25, 7.30pm, RMB398
Sat Feb 1, 2pm, RMB150
Sun Feb 2, 4.30pm, RMB380
Sun Feb 2, 7.30pm, RMB380
Mon Feb 3, 7.30pm, RMB168
Thu Feb 6, 7.30pm, RMB120
Sat Feb 8, 8pm, RMB168
Wed Feb 12, 7.30pm, RMB120
Fri Feb 14, 7.30pm, RMB168
Sat Feb 15, 4.30pm, RMB380
Sat Feb 15, 7.30pm, RMB380
Wed Feb 19, 7.30pm, RMB120
Fri Feb 21, 7.30pm, RMB168
Sat Feb 22, 4.30pm, RMB380
Sat Feb 22, 7.30pm, RMB380
Wed Feb 26, 7.30pm, RMB168
Fri Feb 28, 7.30pm, RMB168
Sat Mar 1, 4.30pm, RMB380
- Sat Mar 1, 7.30pm, RMB380
For all the latest show details, and to purchase tickets, click below.
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Walking Tours
GPS 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.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.Scan the QR code for the GPS Walks WeChat Mini Program:
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.Click below to get yours now:
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.On T+ we are selling Mignon 9 coupons with a value of RMB200 for just RMB120 – a discount of 40%!Get yours now by clicking below:
Art Shows
Erik Johansson | All We Have is Now @ Fotografiska Shanghai
With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusivity, Fotografiska Shanghai has consistently strived to showcase thought-provoking and cutting-edge visual art to local audience.They have just unveiled a solo exhibition by Swedish visual artist Erik Johansson, titled 'All We Have is Now,' offering a surreal visual feast for viewers.Erik Johansson is known for skillfully blending photography with various creative mediums. Based on photographic techniques, he uses computer technology to create seemingly real yet impossible scenes that defy the laws of physics in the real world. As part of his solo exhibition 'All We Have is Now,' all the works are specially created for this show. Through surreal imagery, Johansson shares profound reflections on topics such as 'human existence' and 'the environment,' extended from the concept of the 'present moment.'Click below to get your tickets now:
Until May 4, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in FotografiskaFotografiska Shanghai, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路
The Prix Pictet | Human @ Fotografiska Shanghai
The Prix Pictet was founded in 2008 by the Pictet Group with the goal of harnessing the power of photography to draw attention to the critical issue of global sustainability.To date, there have been 10 cycles of the award, each with its own theme highlighting a particular facet of sustainability.The nine previous themes were Water, Earth, Growth, Power, Consumption, Disorder, Space, Hope and Fire. 'Human' is the theme of the tenth cycle. Fotografiska Shanghai is delighted to co-present the 'Human' cycle of the Prix Pictet in a comprehensive exhibition showcasing the work of 12 outstanding photographers shortlisted for the award.Each of their series constitutes a powerful exploration of the various facets of the theme 'Human.' In their own unique way, each photographer explores our shared humanity and the vast spectrum of our interactions with the world.Click below to get your tickets now:
Until Mar 9, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in FotografiskaFotografiska Shanghai, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路
Wang Hanlin | Animal Capital @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai is proud to launch its Local Emerging Artists Project with the solo exhibition 'Animal Capital' by local artist Wang Hanlin.As an extension of the global exhibition 'The Pet Show' opened at Fotografiska Shanghai in December (and is still running, see below), 'Animal Capital' uses the observation of pets as a starting point to examine humanity and explore the structure of human society.Through this exhibition, Fotografiska aim to support local artists with innovative and distinctive artistic expressions, foster the diverse development and exchange of local art, and provide their audience with more fresh and profound artistic experiences.Click below to get your tickets now:
Until Mar 9, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in FotografiskaFotografiska Shanghai, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路
The Pet Show @ Fotografiska Shanghai
'The Pet Show,' which will open soon on December 7, will showcase works by 24 artists that have all chosen to portray pets in different ways, the common factor being the great love the artists have for the pets.With this exhibition, Fotografiska want to celebrate and acknowledge our constant companions, and their presence in art and popular culture. Our mutual dependence leads to the question, "Who owns whom?"Click below to get your tickets now:
Until Mar 9, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in FotografiskaFotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路
Elizaveta Porodina | UN/MASKED @ Fotografiska Shanghai
"It is dedicated to this 'stranger side' in all of us, to that uncovered color in your kaleidoscope."
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."Click below to get your tickets now:
Until Feb 16, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in FotografiskaFotografiska, 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路Live Music
End of The Eras Tour: Taylor Swift Tribute Show @ The Pearl
The Pearl is answering the call of Shanghai Swifties with a two-night celebration of Taylor Swift's iconic discography.As the Eras Tour comes to a close, this event is a tribute to her artistry, featuring hits spanning her entire career.Ksenia, Kat, Grace, and Veta take the stage as Taylor, backed by the Red Stars Band and six dancers bringing dazzling choreography.Whether you're a die-hard Swiftie or just looking for a night of stellar entertainment, this show promises unforgettable music, magic, and memories.Click below to get your tickets now:Sat Feb 1, 8.30pm; RMB180The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路Green Day Post Punk @ The Pearl
The Pearl's Red Stars house band perform all Green Day's greatest hits, as well as the best from Offspring, Blink-182, Sum 41, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more!Click below to get your tickets now:
Sun Feb 2, 9.30pm; RMB100The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
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