Parties & Festivals
FOTO LIVE: Wednesday Jazz & Cocktails @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Every Wednesday, Fotografiska Shanghai hosts Wednesday Jazz & Cocktails, a FOTO LIVE event showcasing avant-garde jazz musicians on the fourth floor lounge stage.Guests can enjoy captivating performances accompanied by meticulously crafted cocktails, creating a harmonious blend of rhythm and flavor.The evening offers an opportunity to immerse oneself in melodious tunes, savor exquisite drinks, and spend quality time with friends amidst an ambiance enriched by modern art.Better still, your ticket includes a general admission pass to Fotografiska Shanghai, providing access to all current exhibitions on top of the Wednesday evening jazz live stage.Click below to get your tickets now:
Every Wed, 8-10pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in FotografiskaSkyline Sunset Party @ Cloud SU Lounge
Skyline Sunset, where the magic of the setting sun meets the pulse of house music. This exclusive rooftop experience combines elegance with vibrant rhythms, inviting guests to dance into the golden hour with Latin House and House beats under the open sky.Perched atop the Fosun Foundation, Cloud SU Lounge is in the heart of The Bund, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Shanghai's skyline. As the sun dips behind the city's iconic towers, its golden hues create the perfect ambiance for a night of music and connection.A stellar DJ lineup—featuring LINAK, MAHKS, NAZ, and PAS—will take over the decks, delivering an infectious mix of House and Latin House grooves. From soulful melodies to driving beats, the night promises nothing but pure dancefloor euphoria.Click below to get your tickets now:
Sat Apr 5, 4-10pm; RMB128-148Cloud SU Lounge 4/F, 600 Zhongshan Dong Er Lu, by Dongmen Lu, Huangpu District 复星艺术中心4楼, 中山东二路600号, 近东门路Good Beer Festival @ Big Pimpin' Mansion
Picture this: Glorious Shanghai spring weather, a big pimpin' mansion in the heart of Xuhui, and a massive house party with 12 of China's top craft breweries, incredible food vendors, DJs, silent discos, artists and more fun things than you can shake your sexy beer drunk ass at.
On the food front there are some of Shanghai tastiest eateries in attendance, including GOODMAN, Grumpy Dog, Smokin' Hog and Chuar Bar.
Nope, not a fever dream—the Good Beer Festival is stone cold (yet anything but sober) reality!
It's all going down on Saturday, April 12, with three three-hour 'sittings':
Then, after your three hours are up, there are bars across town you can head to, flash your Good Beer Festival ticket, and get more special deals.
Get tickets for one. Get tickets for all three. The lunatics have taken over the asylum and there are no rules!
Early bird tickets are available until April 6 for RMB188, after which time they will be RMB228.
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Sat Apr 12, 11am-2pm, 3-6pm & 7-10pm; RMB188-228
Big Pimpin' Mansion 319 Jiangguo Xi Lu, by Xiangyang Nan Lu, Xuhui District 建国西路319号, 近襄阳南路
Lise de la Salle @ Shanghai Concert Hall
Lise de la Salle of Cherbourg, France, completed her studies at the Conservatoire Supérieur de Musique de Paris with highest distinction and has gone on to play with many of the world's leading orchestras and conductors.She made her London Symphony Orchestra debut with Fabio Luisi and in 2016 returned to the orchestra with Antonio Pappano.Luisi, who invited her to become the first Artist-in-Residence of the Zurich Opera in 2014, has also frequently featured de la Salle with the Vienna Symphony, including a performance in New York on the Great Performers Series at Lincoln Center.In the US, de la Salle has played with the Boston Symphony, Chicago Symphony, San Francisco Symphony, Philadelphia Orchestra, National Symphony, and four times with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, among others.In her second appearance with the Minnesota Orchestra, she played the Gershwin Concerto in F, a performance that inspired one critic to exclaim, "She might just be the most exciting young artist in classical music right now."
- Chopin – Ballade No1 in G minor, Op. 23
- Liszt – Sonata in Piano Sonata in B minor
- Chopin – Ballade No4 in F minor, Op. 52
- Liszt – Réminiscences de Don Juan, S. 418
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Sat Apr 5, 7.30pm; RMB180-380Cinderella: Once upon a Time... @ The PearlStep into a world where fairy tales meet the digital age. In a kingdom obsessed with fame, filters, and going viral, Cinderella is a bookish dreamer stuck in the shadows. But when a delightfully chaotic Fairy Godmother shows up, Cindy gets a chance to swap her books for a ball gown and show the selfie-obsessed Prince Charming and her influencer-wannabe Stepsisters that there's more to life than hashtags and highlight reels.This is not your grandmother's fairy tale. Get ready for a whirlwind of pop anthems, Broadway showstoppers, and over-the-top costumes that will leave you dazzled.With a cast of wild characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and a heartwarming message that real magic comes from staying true to yourself, Cinderella: Once upon a Time... is a reminder that fairy tales are always better with a little chaos—and a lot of sparkle.Click below to get your tickets now:
Sun Apr 6, Doors 4.30pm, Show 5.30-7.30pm; Adults RMB200, 6-10 Year Olds RMB100; Under 6 FreeThe Pearl 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路The Cherry Orchard @ Shanghai Culture Square
The Cherry Orchard is a timeless masterpiece by Russian playwright Anton Chekhov. First performed at the Moscow Art Theater in 1904, it has earned its place as one of the theater's most treasured works.
This French adaptation of The Cherry Orchard premiered in 2021, opening the 75th Avignon Theater Festival. Directed by Tiago Rodrigues, this production stars the internationally acclaimed French actress Isabelle Huppert in the lead role, Lyubov.
Huppert's performance masterfully captures both the comedic and tragic dimensions of her character, adding depth and allure to the role. Tiago Rodrigues, both the director of the play and the current director of the Avignon Theater Festival, presents a fresh perspective on Chekhov's classic.
The play explores the themes of "change of ownership and the disappearance of the cherry orchard," reflecting the societal shifts of late 19th and early 20th century Russia. Through elegant storytelling, it examines the rise of capitalism and the decline of the aristocracy.
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Fri-Sun Apr 11-13, 2pm & 7.30pm; RMB480-880Extreme Artistic Conception Place @ Shanghai International Dance Center
Set against the backdrop of the 4,500-meter-altitude salt-carrying ancient route in northern Tibet, the dance theater production Extreme Artistic Conception Place unfolds the grandeur of the snowy plateau and the unique landscape of the northern Tibetan grasslands through dance, music, and poetic expression.
The work is divided into five chapters—Xing (Journey), Yun (Clouds), Ji (Ritual), Li (Ceremony), and Yi (Wings)—narrating the poignant tale of salt-carriers and their steeds who brave wind and snow to inherit their ancestors' will, embarking on a path of life to harvest nature's bounty.
By reinterpreting traditional folk dance culture through contemporary artistic language, the production guides audiences to trace the survival wisdom of Tibetan communities over millennia, experience the unique charm of the snowy plateau, and contemplate the relationship between humanity and nature.
Human culture forms its destined trajectory across different dimensions, much like the 'salt-carriers' who have long embarked on their snow-capped mountain paths and discovered the legends of nature.
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Fri & Sat Apr 18 & 19, 7.30pm; RMB180-646
Shanghai International Dance Center 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路
Sunset Boulevard @ AIA Grand Theatre
Sunset Boulevard is a haunting and magnificent tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition.Silent movie star Norma Desmond longs for a return to the big screen, having been discarded by Tinseltown with the advent of 'talkies,' her glamour having departed in all but her mind.When she meets struggling Hollywood screenwriter Joe Gillis in dramatic circumstances, their subsequent passionate and volatile relationship leads to an unforeseen and tragic conclusion.Based on the 1950 American black comedy film noir of the same name, which was written and directed by Billy Wilder, Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical masterpiece Sunset Boulevard features the songs 'The Perfect Year,' 'As If We Never Said Goodbye,' 'New Ways to Dream,' 'With One Look' and – of course – 'Sunset Boulevard.'Click below to get your tickets now:
Apr 18-26 2pm & 7.30pm; RMB580-1,280 The Whole Truth about Lies @ Shanghai Concert Hall
The whole truth about lies? Is that even conceivable – and desirable?In our latest project, Berlin music theater company Nico and the Navigators focus on the most powerful weapon of populist politicians: the lie.The presidential election in the USA, in which a shameless liar triumphed, has recently shown how effectively this age-old means of gaining power can be used.But the rise of right-wing nationalist forces in other parts of the world also often goes hand in hand with the targeted use of untruths, disinformation, and fake news.With 'The Whole Truth about Lies,' they are transforming the stage into a lie detector. The production deals – sometimes tongue-in-cheek, sometimes stately – with the truth as an abstract quantity that can have an existential effect in both the private and political spheres and bring about unexpected catastrophes.The result is a show about self-deception, heteronomy, white lies, and fallaciesClick below to get your tickets now:
Fri & Sat Apr 25 & 26, 7.30pm; RMB180-580Wall @ Shanghai International Dance Center
The dance piece Wall uses the physical structure of a wall as a metaphor for the trajectory of life, reflecting the cyclical journey of seasons.
Concepts like 'enclosure' and 'rupture,' 'construction' and 'collapse,' 'straightness' and 'serpentine paths' represent both the tangible forms of walls and the complexities of human character and life experiences.
'Enclosure' symbolizes collective security and external boundaries, while 'rupture' signifies breaking free from constraints and embarking on new explorations.
In the physical world, material 'walls' persist eternally in a loop of repetition. Yet, the human spirit and wisdom remain boundless—it is the 'walls' within one's heart that ultimately define the colors of life.
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Fri & Sat Apr 25 & 26, 7.30pm; RMB180-646
Nomadic @ Shanghai International Dance Center
Everyone defines 'Nomadic' for themselves. It is to move away from home, to lose loved ones, and to be a migration.
Some people are willing to abandon everything they own to be nomad, to taste freedom and loneliness, to dream of the carnival of life, to look forward to the destination of the lost way.
Time, invisible but powerful; we grow up, we drift, forever on the track of time.
Wandering, even if have nothing on hand, even if have nowhere to stand, don't be afraid to move forward, let's go, leave here, go through the thorns of the road ahead, and pour the land with blood until the feet are bright. Wandering, the moment when my heart is not dependent.
This work takes the body itself as the starting point, according to the basic rhythm of Mongolian dance; combine the body movements of contemporary dance to develop and create unique dance language.
The choreographer creates body shapes in a variety of emotions with a large number of footsteps. The Mongolian broad and deep music melody outlines the emotional ups and downs of the human heart.
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Sat & Sun May 10 & 11, 7.30pm; RMB180-1,088
French Original Musical Molière @ Shanghai Culture Square
My name is Jean-Baptiste, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin.
I have set the course of my destiny, I have chosen to be a theater actor.
Molière is an indispensable part of French culture and a resounding name in the history of world theater. As one of the most significant writers of 17th-century French classicism, he was a pioneer of comedy, his works holding an important place in European theatrical history.
Centuries later, his plays still resonate. So it's hardly surprising to see Molière and his life transformed into an opera... somewhere between slam and rap.
That's the promise of Molière, L'opéra Urbain, produced by Dove Attia, the man behind such popular hits as The Ten Commandments, The Sun King and Mozart the Rock Opera.
While the sets and costumes will be period, 17th century, this is a staging that promises to be modern.
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Sep 12-18, 2pm & 7.30pm; RMB680-1,080
Shanghai Culture Square 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号，近陕西南路
Cirque
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:
Comedy
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 Apr 2, 7.30pm, RMB120
Fri Apr 4, 7.30pm, RMB380
Sat Apr 5, 7.30pm, RMB168
Sun Apr 6, 7.30pm, RMB228
Wed Apr 9, 7.30pm, RMB120
Fri Apr 11, 8.10pm, RMB168
Sat Apr 12, 7.30pm, RMB168
Wed Apr 16, 7.30pm, RMB138
Fri Apr 18, 8.10pm, RMB228
Sat Apr 19, 7.30pm, RMB380
Sun Apr 20, 2pm, RMB288
Wed Apr 23, 7.30pm, RMB120
Fri Apr 25, 8.10pm, RMB228
Sat Apr 26, 4.30pm, RMB150
Wed Apr 30, 8.10pm, RMB188
Thu May 1, 7.30pm, RMB380
Fri May 2, 7.30pm, RMB288
Sat May 3, 4.30pm, RMB188
Sun May 4, 7.30pm, RMB168
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Art Shows
Wawi Navarroza | Wild at Heart @ Fotografiska Shanghai
'Wild at Heart' is a solo exhibition by renowned Filipina artist Wawi Navarroza. Recognized as one of the leading contemporary photographers in Southeast Asia, Navarroza is known for her distinctive colorful bricolage and cross-cultural artistic language that explores themes of female identity, regional culture, and the essence of photography.This exhibition will showcase works from her recent series, including As Wild as We Come, Tropical Gothic, and Neo-Tropikal Tapestry, alongside fabric installations derived from her works, offering an immersive experience for audiences.Click below to get your tickets now:
Until July 13, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in FotografiskaMartin Parr | Short & Sweet @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai collaborate with Magnum Photos to present 'Short & Sweet,' the first solo exhibition in China by legendary British photographer Martin Parr.Featuring nearly 400 works spanning over 50 years of Parr's career, the exhibition showcases 11 of his most significant series, offering a comprehensive retrospective of his sharp-witted, satirical, and incisive approach to documenting social realities.More than just a visual journey, 'Short & Sweet,' invites audiences to reflect on the transformations of contemporary society and the evolving symbols of culture.Click below to get your tickets now:
Until July 13, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in FotografiskaYin Hang | The Unfolding Flame @ Fotografiska Shanghai
'The Unfolding Flame' is a solo exhibition by artist Yin Hang. Through a distinctive visual language, Hang constructs a narrative space that oscillates between reality and illusion, exploring the themes of moral ambiguity and emotional alienation. As part of Fotografiska's ongoing commitment to supporting emerging Chinese artists, 'The Unfolding Flame' not only highlights Hang's significant works from recent years but also pushes the boundaries of photographic art through experimental approaches.This exhibition represents a key initiative in Fotografiska's efforts to amplify local voices on the global stage, fostering new dialogues within the contemporary art landscape.Click below to get your tickets now:
Until May 4, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska
Rinko Kawauchi | a faraway shining star, twinkling in hand @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai present 'a faraway shining star, twinkling in hand', a solo exhibition by renowned photographer Rinko Kawauchi. This exhibition is a journey through life, time, and perception, offering a visual diary filled with warmth and healing.Rinko Kawauchi is a highly acclaimed Japanese photographer. Known as the 'Poet of Everyday Life,' she is recognized for her unique artistic perspective and delicate, poetic visual language.She excels at capturing the subtle details of everyday life, whispering the beauty of fleeting moments around her through soft hues and glowing light.With an intensely sensuous tone, she describes the delicate yet enduring connection between us and the 'world.'These seemingly ordinary moments, under Rinko Kawauchi's lens, radiate a warm and profound energy, as if softly whispering the secrets of life and the passage of time.As a sensitive observer, she slowly weaves a philosophical poetry of 'life' through her evocative imagery.Click below to get your tickets now:
Feb 21-June 22, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska
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 FotografiskaWant to Sell Tickets on T+?
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