Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Nov 28-Dec 2
Our Events Watch series aims to highlight happenings that aren't focused on alcohol and drinking, but instead take a more educational or productive approach. Events include comedy, talks, networking events, markets, and dinners.
Wednesday, Nov 28
Have you been
living in Beijing a while now but can't seem to find the right occasion
to make Chinese friends? This twice-weekly event in Shuangjing may just
be your ticket to practicing your Chinese and helping others with their
English. There'll be beer for Dutch courage (consume no more than
necessary) and snacks. Those who would like to attend as a regular guest
will even be paid to do so. Click through and add the poster for more
details.
Free. 7-9pm. Shuangjing
Thursday, Nov 29
What is
undoubtedly one of the biggest art happenings of the week,
Manchester-born director Mark Reeder comes to Beixinqiao's Aotu Studio
to discuss his cult documentary Lust & Sound in West-Berlin
1979-1989. The film uses fast-paced collage of mostly unreleased film
and TV to give a snapshot of the hedonistic musical explosion happening
in West Berlin over the said decade and includes appearances from the
likes of Nick Cave, Blixa Bargeld, David Bowie, New Order, and David
Hasselhoff. There'll be a discussion between Reeder, Yang Haisong (of
P.K.14 fame), and DJ Tom Mouna after the screening.
Free. 7pm. Aotu Space
Friday, Nov 30
Do something a
little different this Friday night and head along to La Plantation
Concert Hall for a lesson in tribal belly dancing. Titled DJINNS, the
show is "inspired by the magic of fire [and] will unveil to you the
supreme powers of Egyptian queens, the haunting undulations of desert
snakes, and the naughty talents of enslaved spirits." Various performers
come together for the show to combine ancient Egyptian and Turkish
music, vintage aesthetics, contortion, live singing, and more.
RMB 180/150/80 (advance). 7.30-9pm. La Plantation Concert Hall
Saturday, Dec 1
A favorite
Christmas activity among many (as is obvious by the long queues every
year just to get in), the German Charity Bazaar marks the beginning of
the holiday season for many. Head along to enjoy over 40 stalls selling
traditional German food, books, and handmade Christmas decorations
alongside activities for the children, a raffle, and more. Entrance
requires a valid passport or ID and tickets on the door are limited.
RMB 100 (includes RMB 75 in redeemable vouchers to use at the bazaar), RMB 10 (children). 11am-6pm. German Embassy Beijing
Sunday, Dec 2
M Woods plays host
to this Swiss artist best known for his deft use of a variety of
mediums; be it using paint, pastel, sculpture, or video, Party creates "carnivalesque" and haunting pieces that are built around site-specific
structures and murals that exist once and only once before they are torn
down and scrapped forever.
RMB 60. Daily 11am-6pm (closed Mondays). M Woods
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Images: webmd.com, courtesy of the organizers
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