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SHOW

Frankenstein by TNT Theater Britain

Date: Nov 17-20 - 7:30 pm

Venue: Beijing Chaoyang 9 Theatre-Che

Price: 60-380 yuan

Frankenstein is one of the most potent modern myths, which is explore by TNT Theater Britain through a Gothic comedy that mixes popular entertainment with a exploration of the darker themes within the myth. Pressing questions like "Is human cloning or stem cell research immoral?" is explored through a Gothic melodrama that switches from high comedy to spine-tingling terror, from love story to horror story, and from thriller to tragedy as the Monster is revealed in all his lonely suffering. Highly visual, fast paced and furious, Frankenstein has a full electronic score by noted composer Paul Flush that operates more in the manner of film than theater.

Contact: 010-5739-4933

Vitas 2015 World Tour

Date: Nov 14 - 8 pm

Venue: Chongqing People's Grand Hall

Price: 188-1,288 yuan

Vitas came to public attention in Russia in December 2000 with the song Opera #2, which was notable for his surprisingly high-pitched and energetic vocals. In the music video, Vitas portrays an eccentric lonely man with fish gills who lives in a bathtub with jars of fish and plays the accordion naked. Vitas' concert program Philosophy of Miracle premiered at the State Kremlin Palace on March 29, 2002, establishing a record for Vitas as the youngest artist ever to perform a solo concert at this prestigious venue. He also presented his fashion collection Autumn Dreams on the stage of the State Kremlin Palace on Sept 29, 2002. Vitas received an invitation from Lucio Dalla, the composer, who created Caruso, to perform this song together with the author at the concert San Remo in Moscow held in the State Kremlin Palace in 2003. Vitas' voice enchanted not only the audience but Mr. Dalla himself, so the composer invited Vitas to come to Rome to take part in the rehearsals of Toska, the modern version of the legendary opera. Vitas appeared in the 2011 Chinese film The Founding of a Party, playing the role of Grigori Voitinsky. He also starred with Huang Shengyi in the musical One Night To Be Star.

Contact: 400-610-3721

Broadway Comedy - Defending the Caveman

Date: Nov 10-14 - 7:30 pm

Venue: Suzhou Culture and Arts Center

Price: 60-240 yuan

Defending the Caveman is a comedy play written by American actor and comedian Rob Becker about the misunderstandings between men and women. Defending the Caveman has been seen in theaters around the world by more than 8 million people in 45 countries. It has been performed in over 30 different languages. Theater Mogul is the rights holder of the play. A blend of stand-up comedy, lecture, and therapy session, it attempts to resolve the war between the sexes. The play manages to stand up for the male viewpoint, while still being sympathetic to the female side of issues as well. Becker describes the play as a vehicle for showing that men have emotions, but they express them differently. Before the Broadway production Caveman was a stand-up comedy routine that Becker performed around America. Becker took over three years to write the comedy and performed the play until early 2006. In 1996, it became the longest running solo (one man) play in the history of Broadway. It still holds that record as of 2007.

Contact: 400-610-3721

Burn the Floor in Beijing

Date: Nov 17-19 - 7:30 pm

Venue: Rulun Lecture Hall of Renmin University

Price: 60-880 yuan

Burn the Floor is the ultimate high-voltage theatrical dance experience exploding with jaw-dropping choreography, heart-pounding music and breath-taking moves. From seriously sexy to irresistibly charming, the talented ensemble of dancers joins forces with two sensational singers and a live band in an electrifying production that 'will have you leaping out of your seat to join in' Heat Magazine. Breathing new life into traditional dances such as the Viennese Waltz and Foxtrot, Burn the Floor sears with the passion of the Tango and Pasa Doble, and revels in the sheer energy of the Cha Cha, the Samba, Rumba and Jive. Not just a feel-good but a feel-fantastic show - don't miss your chance to experience it.

Contact: 400-610-3721

ACTIVITIES

Sofitel Sunday Brunch

Date: Every Sunday 11:30 am to 3 pm

Venue: French Restaurant Heritage, Sofitel Wanda Beijing

Price: 328-418 yuan

Savor Sofitel Wanda Beijing's new a la carte Sunday brunch at its award-winning French Restaurant Heritage now on. The Allure Sunday Brunch created by Chef Yann makes it even more remarkable with a variety of delicate French dishes letting everybody discovery more flavors of France. Dinners can choose five or eight dishes from the new a la carte menu with wine pairing or a bottle of champagne to enjoy a delightful Sunday afternoon. It is also inclusive of fresh juice, cocktail and free refill of viennoiserie basket. The new menu consists of an array of exquisite dishes, such as Le Foie Gras Rougie and Japanese scallops with caviar, and Homard du Maine paired with Champagne or selected wines. There is also classic performance from professional musicians. Price detail: 328 yuan per head for self-selection five courses menu, with wine paring at additional 238 yuan per head. 418 yuan per head for self-selection eight courses menu, with wine paring for additional 318 yuan yuan per head. Please phone for reservation.

Contact: 010-8599-6666

Mentor Walks at Ritan Park

Date: Nov 7-13 - 8 am

Venue: Ritan Park

Price: Free

Capital M, Ellevate, AustCham, AmCham, and Viva bring together established and emerging women leaders in our community to connect, learn, mentor and share experiences. As they walk, they discuss their professional and personal challenges, successes, aspirations, and lessons learned. Mentees will have the opportunity to select a mentor based on preferences and their availability. Mentor and mentee groups are typically three to five people. You will have the incredible opportunity to seek advice from seasoned professionals who will provide an open ear, honest feedback, and meaningful guidance. Mentoring is proven to be one of the most important components to a successful career. It creates an effective support system to help women overcome professional and personal challenges. Mentors come from a diverse variety of backgrounds including, international development, foreign affairs, law, finance and banking, business development, marketing, public relations, humanitarian and non-profit work, corporate social responsibility, academia, entrepreneurship, hospitality, healthcare, technology and media, sustainability, energy, international trade, and more. Mentees are emerging professionals from an equally diverse array of fields. Nearly two-third of women who have been mentored go on to become mentors themselves.

E-mail: michelle@m-restaurantgroup.com

Nightlife

Sanlitun Vice: Bring The Heat

Date: Nov 21 - 10 pm

Venue: The bar at Migas

Price: 40 yuan, free for those in 80s dress

Step back into 1980s Miami, with palm trees, neon, flamingoes and gators. We're going back ... way back in time. This Winter season, a small group of dedicated enforcers are coming to the Bar at Migas, ready to purge Sanlitun of repetitive EDM crap, one record at a time. Armed with thumping Nu Disco, 80's New Wave and Lazer Boogie, you'll just have to get down. So, throw on something silk gear, oil up your favorite gold chain and brace yourself for the Vice!

Contact: 135-0134-8785

The SuperVC Final Party

Date: Nov 7 - 9 pm

Venue: Yugong Yishan

Price: 80-100 yuan

Nanci & The Delicatessen, the last swing kids in town, are bringing the rhythms of a bygone era to the endless dance of Beijing vintage fans. The only golden swing era band in Beijing, Nanci and her guys are taking over the residency of Modernista's well-established Wednesday Swing night. An international combo of four passionate musicians, they are sure to keep you sipping Manhattans while your feet tip tap the old chest floor all night."

Contact: 010-6404-2711

Black Sheep Party

Date: Nov 7 - 11 pm

Venue: Yugong Yishan

Price: 50 yuan

The Black Sheep parties were once a noble tradition of techno and house music, but the untimely demise of 2 Kolegas meant a tragic end to the festivities, too. Fortunately, this city has other great electronic venues, and so it was decreed that this year, Black Sheep should be resuscitated and brought to Lantern-the only logical replacement venue for such a bash. Not sure what a Black Sheep party is? It's billed as "the deep sensation of being one of a kind and yet enjoying sharing the same feeling with similar people. It's about love for music." At Black Sheep, you can let your musical freak flag fly with little to no regard for what anyone else might say. You will be aided in this admirable pursuit by DJs Crystal Bones, Oshi, M.in. T, XLF, HamoudeH, Ou Yang, Kai, MJ, Weng Weng, and Youdai, who will be playing only the most inimitable tunes. If you go for no one else, go for Youdai, a man who has had an important role in the musical education of China. He was one of the first people to play rock on the radio here, and he has since then never ceased to push the boundaries of music in the Middle Kingdom. So, if you're feeling like a black sheep, alone in your eclectics and just looking for your own kind, see if you can't find what you seek at Lantern.

Contact: 135-0134-8785

Country Live At The Pearl Saloon

Date: Nov 12 - 9 pm

Venue: Salud Beijing

Price: 100 yuan

In China today, if you mention "New Rock Generation", most of the people will think of SuperVC. Due to their music and style, they have gradually entered in to the hearts of many people, especially those of the young generation. They have been, for many times, the winner of most of music awards in China. And as one of the constant focuses of media. The SuperVC now has amore classic and matured look. Its up-coming album will be very pleasant and enjoyable, containing various musicale.

Contact: 400-610-3721

Blues Jam Session

Date: Nov 15 - 8:30 pm

Venue: Jianghu bar, Jiaodaokou nanjie

Price: Free

One of Beijing's favorite blues bands, The Nightcrawlers, will be present at this jam session to get things going, but they hope to get as many non-Nightcrawler people in on the fun as possible. Bring your instrument and your blues and see if you can't get things rolling.

Contact: 155-1012-5274

SPORTS

Cup of China ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2015

Date: Nov 7-8 - All day

Venue: Capital Indoor Stadium

Price: 80-1,500 yuan

One of the six senior-level, international competitions that make up the ISU Grand Prix of figure skating, the Cup of China attracts the top echelons of talent from around the world. Catch past and future Olympians on the ice as they prep for another year of competition.

Contact: 400-610-3721

(China Daily 11/07/2015 page20)