FOOD & DRINK
Valentine's Day Dining 2017
It's the return of the day where all regular folks are expected to transform themselves into Casanovas, or at least attempt to. If you're thinking of taking your special someone out for a romantic dinner, then the bad news is so is everyone else. If you haven't made a reservation yet you'd better get on that. Check out our picks of Valentine's dinners in Shanghai.
Fly by Jing Supper Club
Jenny Gao of Fly by Jing invites guests to her table to share her takes on Sichuan soul food. Dinners include a multi-course tasting menu with bespoke cocktail and wine pairings – plus BYO wine with no extra corkage fee.
Location details revealed after booking. Feb 16-17. 500RMB. RSVP by email at hello@flybyjing.com or WeChat (ID: jingtheory).
NIGHTLIFE
Prajnasonic anniversary + EP release
Beijing techno crew Prajnasonic are celebrating their one year anniversary with four EP releases from their four co-founders, Punx, Far Infinity, iimmune and VU. They're going on a mini-tour for the occasion, and are at DADA with Yamashiva (aka. Far Infinity), iimmune, Dj Doggy and Dj Jiafeng.
DADA Feb 17. 10pm. Free.
Madeon
Madeon (Hugo Pierre Leclercq) is a French songwriter, record producer, musician and DJ from Nantes, France. He has collaborated with some of today's hottest artists, such as deadmau5, Lady Gaga, and Ellie Goulding. Madeon is known for having catchy beats and energetic performances, and he has thousands of loyal fans worldwide.
Fusion Feb 17. 10pm. 150RMB.
Space Out!
The February edition of the monthly full-album chill-out is set to be a special one, with Nik HilP presenting Jean Michel Jarre’s Les Concerts en Chine. Electronic experimentalist Jarre was the first Western musician to be invited to post-Mao China, and this is the recording of his legendary China performances in 1981. It’s also the first time Space Out! will incorporate video as well as music.
Elevator Feb 19. 5pm. Free. RSVP to santochino@gmail.com.
Onra
Onra is a Parisian MPC-wielding hip-hop producer who has staked his claim as one of the most exciting beat-makers of the past few years thanks to releases like the 80's Funk beat album Long Distance, various Boogie edits and his Chinoiseries collections (made with Chinese music samples found while traveling Asia). This one is for the hip-hop heads as well as anyone that appreciates bouncing to a well-crafted beat.
M64 Feb 18. 10pm. 150RMB.
MUSIC
Lithuanian Showcase
This showcase is headlined by singer, composer, pianist and actress Jurga Seduikyte, who once appeared on stage with Bjork when the Icelandic oddball genius played in Vilnius (though she'll likely downplay that part of her CV when she comes to China). Seduikyte's solo material tends toward an accessible electro-pop sound. Supported by electronic group SillyCut.
On Stage Feb 15. 8pm. 100RMB; 80RMB (presale).
Altacamota
Psych-rock outfit Mirrors - one of our Shanghai bands to watch in 2017 - join harsh noise master Torturing Nurse, plus Acid Aming and 水门汀 at Harley's.
Harley's Fri 17.9.30. 40RMB.
FILM
xXx: The Return of Xander Cage
Xander Cage is left for dead after an incident, though he secretly returns to action for a new, tough assignment with his handler Augustus Gibbons.
Cinemas around Shanghai.
La La Land
Jazz pianist (Ryan Gosling) falls for an aspiring actress (Emma Stone) in this modern romantic musical set in Los Angeles.
Cinemas around Shanghai.
Arrival
When 12 mysterious spacecraft appear around the world, linguistics professor Louise Banks is tasked with interpreting the language of the apparent alien visitors.
Cinemas around Shanghai.
ART
James Turrell: Immersive Light
World-renowned Californian artist James Turrell exhibits works of epic proportions, showcasing a lifetime of experimentation with light, space and perspective. Having spent 50 years learning how to shape light into art, Turrell's exhibition is mesmerising and inspiring in equal measure. Presenting 13 works of art including three immersive light experiences, the show also displays photographs of the artist's work with the distinct Roden Crater in northern Arizona.
Long Museum West Bund Until May 21. 200RMB.
Head without Brain
Zhu Changquan’s solo exhibition at the M50 gallery analyses a variety of factors that potentially contribute to the overwhelming nature of modern daily life. Displaying works influenced by the media, society and the routines around us, Changquan questions our own abilities to absorb endless information.
Vanguard Gallery Until Apr 2. Free.
Song Dong: I Don't Know the Mandate of Heaven
RAM hosts a monographic exhibition by leading avant-garde installation artist, Beijing-born Song Dong. In a show that transforms the entire building both inside and out, the museum presents some of the innovative artist’s best-known works and imposing installations.
Rockbund Art Museum Until Mar 26. 30RMB.
PERFORMANCES
Gürzenich Orchestra Cologne
The Gürzenich Orchestra of Cologne is one of Germany’s leading orchestras and can look back on a great tradition. Since 1986 the ensemble’s home has been at the Kölner Philharmonie, where it presents about 50 concerts annually, simultaneously giving over 160 performances a year at the Cologne Opera. Since the season 2015/2016 François-Xavier Roth is new Gürzenich-Kapellmeister (Chief Conductor) and General Music Director of the City of Cologne.
Shanghai Grand Theatre Feb 14. 7.30pm. 180-1,080RMB.
Kristjan Järvi Performs In the Mystical Land of Kaydara
Kristjan Järvi works with some of today’s brightest creative minds, from film directors Tom Tykwer and the Wachowskis to composers and artists Arvo Pärt, Steve Reich, Tan Dun, Giya Kancheli, Hauschka, Dhafer Youssef, Anoushka Shankar, Max Richter and Esa-Pekka Salonen.
Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Hall Feb 18. 8pm. 180-580RMB.
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