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Parties & Festivals

FOTO LIVE: Wednesday Jazz & Cocktails @ Fotografiska Shanghai

Every Wednesday, Fotografiska Shanghai hosts Wednesday Jazz & Cocktails, a FOTO LIVE event showcasing avant-garde jazz musicians on the fourth floor lounge stage.

Guests can enjoy captivating performances accompanied by meticulously crafted cocktails, creating a harmonious blend of rhythm and flavor.

The evening offers an opportunity to immerse oneself in melodious tunes, savor exquisite drinks, and spend quality time with friends amidst an ambiance enriched by modern art.

Better still, your ticket includes a general admission pass to Fotografiska Shanghai, providing access to all current exhibitions on top of the Wednesday evening jazz live stage.

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Every Wed, 8-10pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska Shanghai 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

Sunset Sessions @ FLAIR

The exclusive Sunset Sessions at FLAIR, The Ritz-Carlton, invites guests to experience an unforgettable event on the 58th floor, boasting breathtaking views of the Shanghai skyline and the Pearl TV Tower alongside the city's most stunning sunset.

Featuring 11 renowned DJs, the event promises 12 hours of non-stop music, complemented by captivating performances including mesmerizing dancers, handpan players, a violinist, and a special Sunset Ceremony. Attendees will mingle with Shanghai's most vibrant crowd at this one-of-a-kind celebration that  offers memories to last a lifetime.

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Sat Apr 19, 2pm-2am; RMB188-228

FLAIR Rooftop Restaurant & Bar Ritz-Carlton Pudong, 58/F, 8 Shiji Da Dao, by Lujiazui Huan Lu, Pudong District 世纪大道8号, 上海浦东丽思卡尔顿酒店58楼 近陆家嘴环路

Silent Disco @ Knowledge & Innovation Community (KIC)

This spring, ditch the couch-potato mindset! Put on those glowing Silent Disco headphones, crank up the volume, sync your heartbeat to the beat, and get ready to laugh out loud. The entire street is your dance floor.

And when the music fades, dive into this route's exclusive bonus experiences—poetry exhibitions, bookstore bazaars, stand-up comedy, theater, and more.

Knowledge & Innovation Community (KIC), located in the Wujiaochang area of Shanghai's Yangpu District, is a multifaceted knowledge hub that blends a thriving tech innovation ecosystem with a pioneering lifestyle scene.

Expect song, dance, flash mobs and surprises on a unique roaming riot of revelry as you follow the Silent Guide and engage in emotion-releasing dances

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Apr 25-May 25; RMB280

Knowledge & Innovation Community (KIC) Daxue Lu, Yangpu District 大学路

Concerts & Shows

Extreme Artistic Conception Place @ Shanghai International Dance Center

Set against the backdrop of the 4,500-meter-altitude salt-carrying ancient route in northern Tibet, the dance theater production Extreme Artistic Conception Place unfolds the grandeur of the snowy plateau and the unique landscape of the northern Tibetan grasslands through dance, music, and poetic expression.

The work is divided into five chapters—Xing (Journey), Yun (Clouds), Ji (Ritual), Li (Ceremony), and Yi (Wings)—narrating the poignant tale of salt-carriers and their steeds who brave wind and snow to inherit their ancestors' will, embarking on a path of life to harvest nature's bounty.

By reinterpreting traditional folk dance culture through contemporary artistic language, the production guides audiences to trace the survival wisdom of Tibetan communities over millennia, experience the unique charm of the snowy plateau, and contemplate the relationship between humanity and nature. 

Human culture forms its destined trajectory across different dimensions, much like the 'salt-carriers' who have long embarked on their snow-capped mountain paths and discovered the legends of nature.

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Fri & Sat Apr 18 & 19, 7.30pm; RMB180-646

Shanghai International Dance Center 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路

Legendary Masters of Japanese Jazz @ Shanghai Culture Square

Shanghai plays witness an unparalleled gathering of jazz royalty as Takashi Mizuhashi, Kosuke Mine, Toshio Osumi, Hiroshi Murakami, Hideo Ichikawa, and Mari Nakamoto take the stage at the Shanghai Centre Theatre.

These iconic artists—key figures from Tokyo's legendary Three Blind Mice jazz movement of the 1970s—will reunite for a historic one-night-only performance, joined by China's finest jazz ensembles.

This extraordinary concert traces 50 years of Asian jazz brilliance, honoring Japan's profound jazz heritage and its relentless spirit of reinvention.

Each musician on this stage has shaped the very DNA of modern jazz, their collaborations forging a legacy that cemented Japan's status alongside America as one of jazz's twin pillars.

This is more than a concert—it's a cultural moment, a chance to stand in the presence of the artists who redefined what jazz could be. Secure your seat before this chapter of music history passes by.

Sat Apr 19, 4pm & 7.30pm; RMB280-880

Shanghai Center Theater 1376 Nanjing Xi Lu, Jing 'an District, Shanghai 上海市静安区南京西路1376号

Sunset Boulevard @ AIA Grand Theatre

Sunset Boulevard is a haunting and magnificent tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition.

Silent movie star Norma Desmond longs for a return to the big screen, having been discarded by Tinseltown with the advent of 'talkies,' her glamour having departed in all but her mind.

When she meets struggling Hollywood screenwriter Joe Gillis in dramatic circumstances, their subsequent passionate and volatile relationship leads to an unforeseen and tragic conclusion.

Based on the 1950 American black comedy film noir of the same name, which was written and directed by Billy Wilder, Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical masterpiece Sunset Boulevard features the songs 'The Perfect Year,' 'As If We Never Said Goodbye,' 'New Ways to Dream,' 'With One Look' and – of course – 'Sunset Boulevard.'

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Apr 18-26 2pm & 7.30pm; RMB580-1,280 

AIA Grand Theatre 889 Dongdaming Lu, by Gongping Lu, Hongkou District 东大名路889号, 近公平路

The Whole Truth about Lies @ Shanghai Concert Hall

The whole truth about lies? Is that even conceivable – and desirable?

In our latest project, Berlin music theater company Nico and the Navigators focus on the most powerful weapon of populist politicians: the lie.

The presidential election in the USA, in which a shameless liar triumphed, has recently shown how effectively this age-old means of gaining power can be used.

But the rise of right-wing nationalist forces in other parts of the world also often goes hand in hand with the targeted use of untruths, disinformation, and fake news.

With 'The Whole Truth about Lies,' they are transforming the stage into a lie detector. The production deals – sometimes tongue-in-cheek, sometimes stately – with the truth as an abstract quantity that can have an existential effect in both the private and political spheres and bring about unexpected catastrophes.

The result is a show about self-deception, heteronomy, white lies, and fallacies

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Fri & Sat Apr 25 & 26, 7.30pm; RMB180-580

Shanghai Concert Hall 523 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Jinling Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 延安东路523号, 近金陵中路

Wall @ Shanghai International Dance Center

The dance piece Wall uses the physical structure of a wall as a metaphor for the trajectory of life, reflecting the cyclical journey of seasons.

Concepts like 'enclosure' and 'rupture,' 'construction' and 'collapse,' 'straightness' and 'serpentine paths' represent both the tangible forms of walls and the complexities of human character and life experiences.

'Enclosure' symbolizes collective security and external boundaries, while 'rupture' signifies breaking free from constraints and embarking on new explorations.

In the physical world, material 'walls' persist eternally in a loop of repetition. Yet, the human spirit and wisdom remain boundless—it is the 'walls' within one's heart that ultimately define the colors of life.

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Fri & Sat Apr 25 & 26, 7.30pm; RMB180-646

Shanghai International Dance Center 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路

Barbie The Movie: In Concert @ West Bund Theatre

Experience the magic of Barbie's world as her iconic soundtrack comes alive in a dazzling symphonic celebration.

Led by visionary orchestrator and music director Macy Schmidt and her all-female orchestra, Barbie The Movie: In Concert features Grammy and Oscar-winning hits like 'I'm Just Ken' and 'What Was I Made For?'

Dressed in coordinated pink attire, the musicians synchronize with iconic film visuals, creating an immersive journey through Barbie's vibrant universe.

Blending pop energy with classical grandeur, the performance celebrates themes of self-discovery and empowerment. Fans can also enjoy interactive installations and exclusive merchandise.

This fusion of cinematic wonder and orchestral brilliance promises an unforgettable experience for all ages.

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Fri & Sat May 9 & 10, 7.30pm; RMB180-880

West Bund Theatre 2290 Longteng Da Dao, by Longyao Lu, Xuhui District 龙腾大道2290号, 近龙耀路

Nomadic @ Shanghai International Dance Center

Everyone defines 'Nomadic' for themselves. It is to move away from home, to lose loved ones, and to be a migration.

Some people are willing to abandon everything they own to be nomad, to taste freedom and loneliness, to dream of the carnival of life, to look forward to the destination of the lost way.

Time, invisible but powerful; we grow up, we drift, forever on the track of time.

Wandering, even if have nothing on hand, even if have nowhere to stand, don't be afraid to move forward, let's go, leave here, go through the thorns of the road ahead, and pour the land with blood until the feet are bright. Wandering, the moment when my heart is not dependent.

This work takes the body itself as the starting point, according to the basic rhythm of Mongolian dance; combine the body movements of contemporary dance to develop and create unique dance language.

The choreographer creates body shapes in a variety of emotions with a large number of footsteps. The Mongolian broad and deep music melody outlines the emotional ups and downs of the human heart.

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Sat & Sun May 10 & 11, 7.30pm; RMB180-1,088

Shanghai International Dance Center 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路

Park of Allures @ Shanghai International Dance Center

Step into a mesmerizing collision of dystopia and vibrancy, where dance becomes a portal to reimagine beauty, identity, and the body itself.

This interactive performance merges movement, light, and particle vibrations to dissolve boundaries—between observer and art, self and other.

Engage with provocations on allure and aesthetics. Interact through gaze, touch, and sound. Discover a world where bodies transcend norms, and the familiar twists into something thrillingly new.

Will you see yourself differently by the end?

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May 9-18, 2pm & 7.30pm; RMB238-420

Shanghai International Dance Center 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路

Miloš Karadaglić @ Shanghai Concert Hall

Don't miss a captivating performance by world-class classical guitarist Miloš Karadaglić in this unforgettable concert. From Bach to Piazzolla to The Beatles, he'll showcase his signature artistry through a blend of timeless and contemporary guitar works, accompanied by a brilliant orchestra. A must-see for lovers of exceptional music!

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Fri May 23, 7:30pm; RMB180-480

Shanghai Concert Hall 523 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Jinling Zhong Lu, Huangpu District 延安东路523号, 近金陵中路

Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake @ Shanghai Culture Square

Matthew Bourne's audacious, rule-breaking reinvention of Tchaikovsky's masterpiece caused a sensation when it premiered almost 30 years ago. It has now become the most successful dance theatre production of all time, creating new audiences and inspiring generations of young dancers.

In celebration of that ongoing impact, Swan Lake will take flight once more in a major new revival for the next generation of dancers, and for audiences who will experience it for the very first time.

Thrilling, bold, witty and emotive, this genre-defining event is still best known for replacing the female corps-de-ballet with a menacing male ensemble, which shattered convention, turning tradition on its head.

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Aug 27-31, 2pm & 7.30; RMB80-980

Shanghai Culture Square 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号，近陕西南路

French Original Musical Molière @ Shanghai Culture Square

My name is Jean-Baptiste, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin.

I have set the course of my destiny, I have chosen to be a theater actor.

Molière is an indispensable part of French culture and a resounding name in the history of world theater. As one of the most significant writers of 17th-century French classicism, he was a pioneer of comedy, his works holding an important place in European theatrical history.

Centuries later, his plays still resonate. So it's hardly surprising to see Molière and his life transformed into an opera... somewhere between slam and rap.

That's the promise of Molière, L'opéra Urbain, produced by Dove Attia, the man behind such popular hits as The Ten Commandments, The Sun King and Mozart the Rock Opera.

While the sets and costumes will be period, 17th century, this is a staging that promises to be modern.

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Sep 12-18, 2pm & 7.30pm; RMB680-1,080

Shanghai Culture Square 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu, Huangpu District 复兴中路597号，近陕西南路

Cirque

Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai @ Shanghai Circus World

Acrobatics, dance, theater and even extreme sports – long-running Shanghai multimedia spectacular Era's second season is in full swing at Shanghai Circus World.

The latest show, Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai, is a collaboration between a French choreography team and Chinese artists, featuring a completely new storyline and scenes, thrilling acrobatic skills, magnificent stage effects and the latest technologies.

Fans of the first season of Era, which attracted more than 5 million visitors over its 15-year run, will also be happy to hear they retain some of the classic attractions too, such as the bowl balancing act and thrilling, white-knuckle motorbike ball finale.

Tickets

Era 2: Spirit of Shanghai is on at the following times:

• Mon-Fri, 7.30pm

• Sat & Sun, 2pm & 7.30pm

Tickets are priced RMB380-880.

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Shanghai Circus World 2266 Gonghexin Lu, by Guangzhong Xi Lu 共和新路2266号, 近广中西路

Comedy

English Stand-Up @ SpicyComedy Lounge

SpicyComedy is stand-up in Shanghai featuring some of the funniest local and traveling comedians.

With shows held throughout the week at the SpicyComedy Lounge in Xintiandi, audiences are in for an unforgettable night of laughs.

READ MORE: Meet the Trilingual Comedian Spicing Up Shanghai's Comedy Scene

Each show features five to six talented English-language comedians, each performing 8-15 minute sets, varying with everything from spotlight specials with featured comedians to open mic nights for newcomers.

Upcoming Shows

• Wed Apr 16, 7.30pm, RMB138

• Fri Apr 18, 8.10pm, RMB228

• Sat Apr 19, 7.30pm, RMB380

• Sun Apr 20, 2pm, RMB288

• Wed Apr 23, 7.30pm, RMB120

• Fri Apr 25, 8.10pm, RMB228

• Sat Apr 26, 4.30pm, RMB150

• Wed Apr 30, 8.10pm, RMB188

• Thu May 1, 7.30pm, RMB380

• Fri May 2, 7.30pm, RMB288

• Sat May 3, 4.30pm, RMB188

• Sun May 4, 7.30pm, RMB168

For all the latest show details, and to purchase tickets, click below.

SpicyComedy Lounge 3/F, Building 6-7, South Block, 123 Xingye Lu, by Madang Lu 兴业路123弄，新天地时尚一期6-7号楼3层南里食集北区, 近马当路

Walking Tours

GPS Walks

GPS Walks is a walking tour WeChat mini-program which uses your location to play commentary automatically, so that while you walk you can listen and focus on your surroundings.

You can start your walk at any time and stop whenever and wherever you like, for as long as you like. You don't even need to hit pause; when you start moving again, the playback will continue.

You can follow your progress on a map, but the commentary also gives you directions, so you don't need to be glued to your screen.

They currently have seven walks online, each one lasting around one-and-a-half hours. On each tour there are some well known and famous places, and great photo opportunities, but also some hidden gems tucked away for people to discover.

The aim is to pick out the stories that bring a bit of Old Shanghai to life, and go a little bit deeper than the dry statistics there might be on the plaque on the outside of a building.

READ MORE: Shanghai's Revolutionary New GPS Walking Tours

Price: Each walk is RMB60 individually, or RMB99 for a one day unlimited pass, and RMB149 for a two day unlimited pass.

Languages: Chinese, English, French, and German.

Scan the QR code for the GPS Walks WeChat Mini Program:

Food & Drink

20% Off @ Tacolicious

Image by Sophie Steiner/That's

Tacolicious strives to push the boundaries, with in-house made fresh ingredients of fusion tacos, surrounded by a steady hip hop beat and heavily poured drinks.

Fan favorites at Tacolicious include the Fried Fish Tacos, the Steak Asado and – of course – the Grilled Shrimp.

On the drink side, a full bar compliments and highlights the fun atmosphere of Tacolicious, with their very popular Silver Coin Margarita, selection of frozen margaritas, fresh fruit daiquiris, secret shots, and blink-and-you'll-miss-them specials on esoteric shots like Fernet Branca to the ever-popular Michelada.

Now you know about all that Tacoliciousness, have we got a deal for you – for a limited time only, we're selling RMB100 vouchers for Tacolicious for just RMB80.

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Tacolicious Room 104-105, 34 Yuyao Lu, by Xikang Lu 余姚路34号1幢104-105室, 近西康路

Art Shows

Wawi Navarroza | Wild at Heart @ Fotografiska Shanghai

'Wild at Heart' is a solo exhibition by renowned Filipina artist Wawi Navarroza. Recognized as one of the leading contemporary photographers in Southeast Asia, Navarroza is known for her distinctive colorful bricolage and cross-cultural artistic language that explores themes of female identity, regional culture, and the essence of photography.

This exhibition will showcase works from her recent series, including As Wild as We Come, Tropical Gothic, and Neo-Tropikal Tapestry, alongside fabric installations derived from her works, offering an immersive experience for audiences.

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Until July 13, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska Shanghai 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

Martin Parr | Short & Sweet @ Fotografiska Shanghai

Fotografiska Shanghai collaborate with Magnum Photos to present 'Short & Sweet,' the first solo exhibition in China by legendary British photographer Martin Parr.

Featuring nearly 400 works spanning over 50 years of Parr's career, the exhibition showcases 11 of his most significant series, offering a comprehensive retrospective of his sharp-witted, satirical, and incisive approach to documenting social realities.

More than just a visual journey, 'Short & Sweet,' invites audiences to reflect on the transformations of contemporary society and the evolving symbols of culture.

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Until July 13, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska Shanghai 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

Yin Hang | The Unfolding Flame @ Fotografiska Shanghai

'The Unfolding Flame' is a solo exhibition by artist Yin Hang. Through a distinctive visual language, Hang constructs a narrative space that oscillates between reality and illusion, exploring the themes of moral ambiguity and emotional alienation. 

As part of Fotografiska's ongoing commitment to supporting emerging Chinese artists, 'The Unfolding Flame' not only highlights Hang's significant works from recent years but also pushes the boundaries of photographic art through experimental approaches.

This exhibition represents a key initiative in Fotografiska's efforts to amplify local voices on the global stage, fostering new dialogues within the contemporary art landscape.

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Until May 4, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska Shanghai 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

Rinko Kawauchi | a faraway shining star, twinkling in hand @ Fotografiska Shanghai

Fotografiska Shanghai present 'a faraway shining star, twinkling in hand', a solo exhibition by renowned photographer Rinko Kawauchi. This exhibition is a journey through life, time, and perception, offering a visual diary filled with warmth and healing.

Rinko Kawauchi is a highly acclaimed Japanese photographer. Known as the 'Poet of Everyday Life,' she is recognized for her unique artistic perspective and delicate, poetic visual language.

She excels at capturing the subtle details of everyday life, whispering the beauty of fleeting moments around her through soft hues and glowing light.

With an intensely sensuous tone, she describes the delicate yet enduring connection between us and the 'world.'

These seemingly ordinary moments, under Rinko Kawauchi's lens, radiate a warm and profound energy, as if softly whispering the secrets of life and the passage of time.

As a sensitive observer, she slowly weaves a philosophical poetry of 'life' through her evocative imagery.

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Feb 21-June 22, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska Shanghai 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

Erik Johansson | All We Have is Now @ Fotografiska Shanghai

With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusivity, Fotografiska Shanghai has consistently strived to showcase thought-provoking and cutting-edge visual art to local audience.

They have just unveiled a solo exhibition by Swedish visual artist Erik Johansson, titled 'All We Have is Now,' offering a surreal visual feast for viewers.

Erik Johansson is known for skillfully blending photography with various creative mediums. Based on photographic techniques, he uses computer technology to create seemingly real yet impossible scenes that defy the laws of physics in the real world. 

As part of his solo exhibition 'All We Have is Now,' all the works are specially created for this show. Through surreal imagery, Johansson shares profound reflections on topics such as 'human existence' and 'the environment,' extended from the concept of the 'present moment.'

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Until May 4, 10.30am-11pm; RMB80-120, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska

Fotografiska Shanghai 4/F 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路

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