30 Things to Do this January
Cold temps can’t stop Shanghai’s never-ending stream of fun things to do. This month, enjoy dozens of events, exhibitions, performances and more. From Imagine Dragons and a Kris Wu concert, to plays by Stan Lai, Meng Jinghui and more. Here is the lowdown of what to keep an eye out for during the rest of January.
Lettres Du Voyant: Joseph Beuys X Nam June Paik
When: 20 January – 13 May 2018
Where: How Art Museum, No. 2277 1 Zu Chong Zhi Lu
Price: RMB 80
By Joseph Beuys (1921 – 1986) and Nam June Paik (1932 – 2006), this highly-anticipated exhibition looks into the beauty of their art in the 20th Century as well as their close friendship in the Fluxus art movement.
Lonely Instant Noodles
When: 26 January – 21 February 2018
Where: 4/F, Performance Hall, Global Harbor
Price: RMB 28 – 58 (Early Bird)
The country’s first instant noodle exhibition, the exhibition recalls decades of the beloved comfort food, and the top 10 brands in the industry. Apart from viewing, you can also expect to eat at this exhibition!
Shanghai Illustration 1900 – 1999
When: 27 December 2017 – 21 January 2018
Where: 1413 Huaihai Zhong Lu
Price: Free
Look into the life of people in the 20th Century through commonly-used items. Nearly 100 artists use drawings to depict 200 items.
Tadao Ando: Leading
When: 30 December 2017 – 20 May 2018
Where: 7/F and 8/F, Aegan Shopping Mall and Park, 1588 Wuzhong Lu
Price: RMB 100
A perfect combination of design and space, Tadao Ando hopes to create a multi-sensory art exhibition experience for all. It will be Ando’s first exhibition where he hosts some of his old architecture works.
Bazaar 150th Anniversary Fashion Exhibition
When: 22 December 2017 – 11 March 2018
Where: Exit 7, People’s Park, 1231 Nanjing Xi Lu
Price: RMB 100 (Weekday), RMB 150 (Weekend)
Capturing Bazaar’s fashion history through 6 articles, expect clips, clothing, art, decor and more in this epic exhibition. The exhibition hopes to bring the voice of a new-generation of female, and will include Coco Chanel’s stunning video reel, Pipilotti Rist art, Xu Longsen drawings and more.
Magnificence of Art Deco (II) by Gaston Suisse: Master of Lacquer
When: 16 December 2017 – 13 January 2018
Where: Galerie Dumonteil, Building 105, 199 Hengshan Lu
Price: Free
A one-of-a-kind exhibition, this is the first exhibition in China which showcases Master of Lacquer, Gaston Suisse’s, art pieces made in the 1930s.
[PSA Exhibition] Superstudio 50 years
When: 16 December 2017 – 11 March 2018
Where: Power Station of Art, 200 Huayuangang Lu
Price: RMB 60
Italian architect team Superstudio’s first exhibition in Asia. The exhibition showcases around 200 designs, drawings, blueprint, clips and more from the team’s career from 1966 to the 1980s.
Bijoux en jeu - Swiss Contemporary Jewelry Design
When: 14 December 2017 – 4 March 2018
Where: Power Station of Art, 200 Huayuangang Lu
Price: Free
Using shapes, decor, utility, description and creation, the exhibition showcases close to 300 accessory designs and pieces from 1960s to today. The exhibition was previously shown in Barcelona, Spain and Basel, Switzerland, before making its third stop in Shanghai.
ReReason by Alicja Kwade
When: 17 December 2017 – 1 April 2018
Where: Yuz Museum Shanghai, 35 Fenggu Lu
Price: RMB 40
A 24-item exhibition, of which 5 are large scale sculptures from Yuz Museum itself, Kwade hopes to present a unique art voice through day-to-day items, while reflecting upon the modern lifestyle today.
The Soul in the Shell
When: 24 December 2017 – 15 June 2018
Where: 97 Moganshan Lu
Price: RMB 80
Combining language, technology and art, the exhibition hopes to bring an out-of-this-world visual experience, allowing viewers to walk a fine line between reality and imagination.
Moderne Bauformen - Deke Erh’s Shanghai Art Deco Exhibition
When: 18 December 2017 - 28 February 2018
Where: Art Gallery, Sitico, No. 111 Jiu Jiang Lu
Price: Free
The photography exhibition will be focused on the ArtDeco Architecture theme and will introduce famous architects’ works done during and beyond the era.
Red Truth - Salvo Pastorello
When: 15 December 2017 - 30 January 2018
Where: Room 108, No. 3, Lane 1363 Central Fuxing Road
Price: Free
The Red Truth by Sicilia-born philosopher cum artist, Salvo Pastorello, is based on Salvo’s personal stories and his natural sensitivity to colors.
Voyage: A Journey Through Contemporary Serbian Art
When: 01 December 2017 - 31 March 2018
Where: China Art Museum, No. 161 Shang Nan Lu
Price: Free
Providing a presentation of contemporary Serbian art, Voyage is an art exhibition put together by 9 international artists.
Micromania: Modern Art Gallery
When: 13 December 2017 - 02 February 2018
Where: Froots Gallery, 3/F, Building 1, 909 Tianyaoqiao Lu
Price: Free
A collaboration between Israeli and German artist, Attai Chen, and German artist, Carnina Shoshtary, Micromania marks the first exhibition between the two rising talents.
Matt Saunders Exhibition
When: 14 December 2017 - 21 January 2018
Where: No. 2350 Long Teng Da Dao
Price: RMB 20 (Standard, Pre-booking)
Saunder’s first China exhibition, this will showcase the artist’s latest works, including a multi-screen movie clip, drawings and a fresh collection of Saunder’s own large-scale photography.
Mandala and Wild Birds: Art Jewelry
When: 12 December 2017 - 02 February 2018
Where: Froots Gallery, 3/F, Building 1, No. 909 Tianyaoqiao Lu
Price: Free
By self-taught and renowned Israeli jeweler, Amitai Kav, Mandala and Wild Birds brooch was first created in memory of the 1994 Israel and Jordan peace treaty. Today, the theme has been developed further into an entire jewelry collection.
Reflection of The Layer: Ryuta Suzuki
When: 06 January - 03 March 2018
Where: Leo Gallery, 376 Wukang Lu
Price: Free
Serving as the basis and focus of the exhibition, Japanese artist Ryuta Suzuki hopes to reflect the concept of layering through screen printing, allowing viewers to see each artwork by their layers and the exhibition as a larger layer above it all.
Imagine Dragons: 2018 World Concert Tour - Shanghai
When: 17 January 2018
Where: Mercedes-Benz Arena Shanghai
Price: RMB 480 - 1280
Bringing hits like “Radioactive,” “Demons,” and their latest hit “Thunder.” Imagine Dragons will be performing some of their greatest hits at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Shanghai on January 17th.
Mika Nakashima 2017-2018 China Tour - Shanghai
When: 14 January 2018
Where: No. 116 Wenshui Lu
Price: RMB 380 - 1280
Kick-starting her career back in 2001 with Japanese drama, Tainted Love Song, multi-talented actor cum singer, Mika Nakashima, will be here for one-night only in Shanghai on the 14th of January.
Foster The People 2018 China Tour, Shanghai Stop
When: 16 January 2018
Where: 3/F, Ruihong World, No. 188 Hongkou Lu
Price: RMB 480 (Pre-booking)
American Indie Pop Band, Foster the People, will be bringing their mad skills and vocals in their first ever China tour. Expect a night of fun and great music on the 16th of January at Ruihong World.
Hurts: 2018 “Desire” Shanghai Concert
When: 23 January 2018
Where: Future House, 1/F, Bandai Namco Shanghai Base
Price: RMB 380
Following the release of their new album, Desire, the duo, Hurts, established in 2009 is back for one night only at the Bandai Namco Shanghai Base. The duo is made up of lead singer, Theo Hutchcraft, and electric guitarist and drummer, Adam Anderson.
One Ok Rock 2018 Live in Shanghai
When: 23 January 2018
Where: Mercedes-Benz Arena Shanghai
Price: RMB 480 - 1580
Japanese rock band, One Ok Rock, is back in Shanghai after their successful America and Europe tour, playing for their beloved Chinese fans at the Mercedes-Benz Arena Shanghai on 23 January 2018.
Nomak 2018 “Phenomenal Love” Album China Tour
When: 21 January 2018
Where: 3/F, 308 Zhongqing South Lu
Price: RMB 150 - 220
Approved by Tower Records, Nomak will be showcasing his DJ skills this 21 January from songs from his latest album, Phenomenal Love.
Homeshake First China Tour
When: 12 - 14 January 2018, 20:30 - 22:00
Where: Yuyingtang, 851 Kaixuan Lu
Price: RMB 120 (Pre-booking) RMB 180 (Door)
Ex-guitarist to Mac DeMarco, Peter Sagar and his band, Homeshake, will be bringing trendy and R&B tunes this 12 - 14 January at Yuyintang.
Blues Master, Billy Branch, First China Tour
When: 12 January 2018
Where: JZ Club, 158 Julu Lu
Price: RMB 180
Grab your friends and be charmed by Blues master, Billy Branch, this 12 January at the JZ Club.
GEMINI’s First China Tour
When: 12 January 2018
Where: MAO Livehouse, 3/F, 308 Zhongqing South LU
Price: RMB 180
A collaboration between GEMINI and Re-Trick, enjoy a jazzy and electrifying night of violin and piano performances, and this will be Gemini’s first tour in the country.
Colin Phils World Tour Concert, Shanghai Stop
When: 13 January 2018
Where: Yuyingtang, 851 Kaixuan Lu
Price: RMB 80 (Pre-booking) RMB 100 (Door)
Established in Korea in 2013 as an independent rock band, Colin Phils is known for their math-rock and independent rock music, and their upcoming concert will be based on their latest album released in 2017.
Turandot Musical
When: 24 – 26 January 2018
Where: Shanghai Grand Theatre
Price: RMB 180 - 880
In line with Shanghai Grand Theater’s 20th birthday, Turandot is one of Puccini’s best works. Set in China, the musical revolves around Prince Calaf and Princess Turandot’s relationship.
Mozart L’Opera Rock
When: 2 – 7 January 2018
Where: Shanghai Cultural Center
Price: RMB 200 - 1080
A dramatization of the life of famous musician, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, enjoy the theatrical affair and follow through the life of 17 year old Mozart up to his death, at age 35.
Riverdance (2018 Classic Version)
When: 9 – 14 January 2018
Where: Shanghai Grand Theatre
Price: RMB 180 - 980
An international Irish tap dance phenomenon, the show was a blockbuster hit for 17-years consecutively in the America and Europe tour, and previously won the Grammy’s for the best musical performance.
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