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FEATURES
September 1st, 2010
Where to treat your ears this week
Jeff Lang China Tour
Legendary singer, guitarist and songwriter Jeff Lang from Australia is known for his unique fusion of folk, blues and rock. His 2006 album ‘Dislocation Blues’, collaborated with Bob Brozman, landed him the Best Blues and Roots Music Album award in ARIA Award. Sep 4, 10pm. 50rmb/40rmb for students. Yuyintang.
September 1st, 2010
Friday September 3
New Wave City
Polish your dance shoes and step into New Wave City, where 80’s disco music reigns supreme. Shanghai’s top disco DJ Sacco is on the decks. 10pm-2am, 100rmb including open bar (free entry and 20rmb standard drinks after 2am). Mural, 697 Yongjia Lu, near Hengshan Lu, 6433 5023.
August 29th, 2010
In The Mood for Love
This ballet adaptation of Wong Kar Wai’s 2000 movie is set, like the film, in Hong Kong in 1962. It charts the story of two neighbors who find solace in each other’s company when their respective spouses are busy doing other things. Expect scenery and costumes evocative of 1960s Hong Kong, plus some incredibly talented dancers. 280-680 RMB. Sep 3rd – 4th @ 7.15pm. Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 425 Dingxiang Lu. www.shoac.com.cn
August 29th, 2010
Vivid as Fruit
Contemporary artist Xu Di is no stranger to controversy. In his latest exhibition, he presents a series of photographic art that is as disturbing as it is striking. His human subjects have been doctored to give them the appearance of rotting away. Sep 3rd – Oct 12th. Vanguard Gallery, Rm. 204, Bldg 4A, M50, 50 Moganshan Lu. www.vanguardgallery.com
September 1st, 2010
Open Bar: Shiva Lounge
The buzz: This India inspired lounge is the latest addition to the increasingly popular Yongfu Lu bar strip.
August 21st, 2010
Trash A Go-Go Presents The Flying Mantas - The Flying Mantas is an instrumental rock band from Beijing. They’re supported by Instigation and The Beat Bandits. Aug 28, 10pm. 35rmb. Yuyintang.
August 21st, 2010
The Groove Crew - Shanghai’s very own DJ hBd and DJ Milan J from Germany join hands at this party dedicated to everything groovy and retro. Expect all that body-rocking funk, soul and hip hop. 10pm-2am, 100rmb with open bar (free entry and 20rmb standard drinks after 2am). Mural, 697 Yongjia Lu, near Hengshan Lu, 6433 5023.
August 25th, 2010
The Chan Temple: A Legend of Shaolin Warriors - The ever-popular monks from the Shaolin temple make an appearance at Expo. Over 50 monks of all ages will display their impressive kung fu and qigong skills, through which they make their bodies impenetrable by knives. Daily, until Aug 31st @ 1pm, 3pm, 4pm, 8pm. Expo Entertainment Hall, Pudong.
August 25th, 2010
Doom of Spring Flourish - Chinese contemporary artist Luo Fahui comes to Shanghai with a new exhibition of paintings and sculpture investigating his favorite themes, including the human form, and the development of cities. Chongqing-born Luo is a graduate of the Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, and has displayed in Madrid, Brussels and London. Sep 1st – Oct 10th. Feizi Gallery, 55 Fuxing Lu, near Yongfu Lu. www.feizi-gallery.com
August 18th, 2010
 Where to treat your ears this week
NOIShanghai XXXVII - NOIShanghai strikes back with Canadian electronic noise artist Szkieve and Shanghai’s very own Torturing Nurse.
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