Discover free entry family day, Shanghai Cocktail Week, The Great Gatsby cabaret, and BBQ pop-ups this June 2026. Plus 20% off vouchers and discounts.
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Little Big Weekend: World Cup Warm Up Family Day @ Laowaijie
Join That's Shanghai as we team up with The Shed to throw the ultimate World Cup warm-up family day on Laowaijie this Saturday!
Parents, grab a cold drink and dive into a full day of food, music, and football fun while your kids are safe and supervised.
In the Mini Fan Zone, powered by Rainbow Tree Academy, kids 3.5+ can bounce, craft, solve puzzles, make magic wands, collect passport stamps, and earn awesome prizes—while you relax.
With the kids taken care of, your taste buds are in for a treat—on the food front there is Kansas City BBQ from Parlay, authentic Mexican from La Coyota, tasty, tasty sandwiches from Sub Standard, and delicious Swiss ice cream from Mövenpick.
That is by no means where the fun ends though—there will also be a Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, a Magician, an old school Beat the Keeper, and a Mini Market with World Cup goodies on offer, and much more besides.
Add into the mix DJs spinning live beats, the drinks flowing, and plenty of al fresco seating on the newly-renovated Laowaijie patio—and a buzzing party atmosphere awaits!
READ MORE: Little Big Weekend Family Day at Laowaijie
Sat June 6, 12 noon-8pm; Free Entry
Laowaijie, 3338 Hongmei Lu, by Yan'an Xi Lu, Minhang District 虹梅路3338号, 近延安西路
The Great Gatsby @ The Pearl
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An exclusive cabaret theater production of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless classic, The Great Gatsby, taking over the historic Hongkou venue at the end of May and over two weekends in June.
Unlike traditional seated theater, this cabaret-style production invites audiences into the world of Jay Gatsby’s legendary parties, featuring moments of direct interaction—without leaving the comfort of your seat.
Guests can enjoy great food and drinks throughout the evening as they take in a thrilling night of live music, dance, and drama.
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Fri & Sat June 5 & 6
Fri & Sat June 26 & 27
Doors 6pm, Show 7.30pm
RMB218-268
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
Shanghai Cocktail Week @ Around Town
The second annual Shanghai Cocktail Week is upon us!
Running all week to Saturday, over 20 of Shanghai's top bars will host guest shifts from 29 bars across Asia—plus one from Boston.
A cocktail lover's marathon, each day features multiple events you'll want to run between as fast as you can.
Check it all out by clicking the link below...
READ MORE: Shanghai Cocktail Week – A Race to Drink It All
Tue-Sat Jun 2-6
Around town
WetMen: Show in the Rain 2 – A Declaration of Love @ 862 Theatre
After storming Shanghai in 2025, the globally acclaimed WetMen return with an all-new production.
For 16 years, this phenomenon has conquered 19 countries, 400+ cities, and 4,000+ performances—winning Russia's Best Performance Project three years running.
Now, Show in the Rain 2 redefines romance. As real rain cascades across the stage, elite dancers—acrobatic champions, modern and street dance masters—transform vulnerability into power.
Choreographed by Rustam Nadyrshin, the piece blends contemporary dance, hip-hop, ballet, and gymnastics.
Muscles carve graceful arcs through splashing water; every movement is a poetic declaration: the deepest love is action, not words.
Set in the industrial-chic 1862 Theatre, with custom lighting and breathtaking water-screen visuals, this 70-minute spectacle is a full-force dance showdown.
Bring friends, expect awe.
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Sat-Sun May 30-June 7, 2.30pm & 7.30pm
RMB480-1,080, discounted group tickets also available
1862 Theatre, 1777 Binjiang Dadao, by Rizhao Lu, Pudong District 滨江大道1777号, 近日照路
Stanley Cup & NBA Finals @ The Rooster
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At The Rooster, they are showing ALL the Stanley Cup Finals games and ALL the NBA Finals games live.
Can Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour become the first person since 1956 to win the Stanley Cup with the same franchise as both a player and a coach?
Can the New York Knicks win their first NBA Finals title since 1973?
Find out the answers to those questions while slurping down The Rooster Cocktail of the Month, the aptly named Sin Bin.
See schedule on posters above
The Rooster, 107, 445 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu, Jing'an District 江宁路445号107, 近武定路
20% Off!
For a limited time, snag RMB100 The Rooster vouchers for just RMB80!
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Wednesday
FOTO LIVE @ Fotografiska Shanghai
Fotografiska Shanghai hosts a FOTO LIVE event, showcasing avant-garde jazz musicians on the fourth-floor lounge stage.
Enjoy captivating performances and meticulously crafted cocktails, and spend quality time with friends in a modern art-enriched ambiance.
The ticket price includes a general admission pass to Fotografiska Shanghai, providing access to all current exhibitions, in addition to an evening of live music.
READ MORE: 3 New Shows at Fotografiska Shanghai
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Every Wed, 8-10pm; RMB80, ticket covers all ongoing exhibitions in Fotografiska
Fotografiska, 4/F, 127 Guangfu Lu, by Jinyuan Lu, Jing'an District 光复路127号, 近晋元路
Thursday
Mahjong Night @ RIINK
Looking for a laid-back, social evening filled with classic mahjong fun, great company, and delicious treats?
Join Mahjong Night, the perfect weekly gathering for casual players and seasoned pros alike.
Entrance is RMB25, with 15% off all food and drinks for every mahjong player all night long.
Send a message to RIINK on WeChat with the secret code 'That’s How I Roll' for a special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!
READ MORE: Exclusive ¥88 RIINK Deal for That's Shanghai Readers!
Thu June 4, from 6.30pm; RMB25
RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室
Guest Shift: Kinsman (HK) @ Bar Bud
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During Shanghai Cocktail Week, Bar Bud invites Kinsman from Hong Kong to guest shift.
If you could only visit one bar in Hong Kong, it has to be Kinsman—a venue that brings the moody, vintage romance of Wong Kar-wai’s In the Mood for Love to life.
Shattering all stereotypes around Chinese Baijiu and traditional Cantonese spirits, Kinsman boldly injects a vibrant local soul into classic Western cocktail frameworks.
Every sip tells a captivating story of the global Chinese diaspora, offering a cinematic mixology experience packed with dramatic flavor.
Thu June 4, from 8pm; Free Entry
Bar Bud, 52 Yongfu Lu, by Fuxing Lu, Xuhui District 永福路52号，进复兴中路
Friday
No.18 Tap Takeover: Happy Hour with Head Brewer Karl @ The Cannery
This May, The Cannery is celebrating a No.18 Brewing Tap Takeover with 10 taps from those master brewers from Wuhan.
On Friday, they welcome head brewer Karl, with a two-hour free flow at RMB148, a six-beer sample flight for RMB68, a blind tasting contest, and swag and prizes.
For reservations, call +86 (21) 5276 0599.
Fri June 5, from 5pm; Free Entry
The Cannery, 1107 Yuyuan Lu, by Jiangsu Lu, Changning District 愚园路1107号, 近江苏路
20% Off!
For a limited time, snag RMB100 The Cannery vouchers for just RMB80!
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Ordercooked 2 Tournament + Fish & Chips Day @ BNC
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It's all happening at BNC on Friday evening!
Grab a teammate and dive into chaotic kitchen mayhem on the Nintendo Switch with an Overcooked 2 tournament.
The top three teams plus Comeback Kid team win Nintendo merch, trophies and free drinks. RMB50 to play, free to watch. Scan the QR code to reserve.
It is also National Fish & Chips Day, order them fresh-made for just RMB88 and get a free Asahi or mixed drink.
Crispy, golden, and perfectly paired—dinner and a tournament? Yes, please.
Fri June 5, 7pm; Free Entry, RMB50 to play
BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路
'Have You Met?' Anniversary @ RIINK
For the one-year anniversary of 'Have You Met?' the popular dating event returns to RIINK, where it started exactly a year ago.
Sign up to pitch your single friend or come mingle with the singles!
Free entrance, bar and kitchen open all night long.
Send a message to RIINK on WeChat with the secret code 'That’s How I Roll' for a special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!
READ MORE: Exclusive ¥88 RIINK Deal for That's Shanghai Readers!
Fri June 5, 7.30pm; Free Entry
RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室
Saturday
Irish Culture & Creativity @ The Flying Fox
Ireland is the only country to hold a national celebration of creativity for kids on June 6th. And so the Irish community group here in Shanghai—Le Chéile (meaning 'together')—is hosting an afternoon of Irish culture and creativity.
Events will include food—with a pop-up Irish Deli by YEATS Bistro—arts, crafts, and storytelling for kids of all ages; an Irish language corner to learn and speak some Irish; a fun 'Crock of Gold' ping-pong game; and a live performance by Shanghai-based Doctor Midnight, who will perform both traditional and modern Irish music featuring some traditional Irish instruments.
Sat June 6, 12 noon-6pm; Free Entry
The Flying Fox, 225 Hongfeng Lu, by Xinjinqiao Lu , Pudong District 红枫路225号, 近新金桥路
Film Screening: Back to the Future
What links Chuck Berry, Calvin Klein, a dog called Einstein, plutonium, and Libyan terrorists?
The flux capacitor, of course!
VHS Revival has once again rented out an entire cinema for a special screening, this time Robert Zemeckis' 1985 classic Back to the Future.
Scan the QR code on the poster above to reserve your seat, or find out about more special screenings.
"When this baby hits 88 miles per hour, you're gonna see some serious shit."
Sat June 6, 2-4pm; RMB100
Scan the QR code for details
Big Lowe's BBQ XIX @ The Rooster
Big Lowe's BBQ is back for their 19th BBQ pop-up. Tender, slow smoked brisket plates and sliders. Need we say more?
Sat June 6, 4pm-Sold Out; Free Entry
The Rooster, 107, 445 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu, Jing'an District 江宁路445号107, 近武定路
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For a limited time, snag RMB100 The Rooster vouchers for just RMB80!
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Sunday
Shanghai Sunrise Charity Run @ The Rooster
This is a laid-back, community-run thing—walk or run, totally up to you. It's all about raising donations and awareness, not a race.
You can choose between a 5k or 10k route. There's room for up to 100 participants, so scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
Can't make it or just want to support? Scan the QR code on the flyer to donate any amount you like.
Every donation goes straight to disadvantaged students in Shanghai. Shanghai Sunrise helps make education accessible for underprivileged youth in Shanghai through scholarships.
Founded in 1996, it's a well-established local NGO registered with the Shanghai Charity Foundation. Proudly supported by the China Flexpat Community.
Sun June 7, 7.45am
The Rooster, 107, 445 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu, Jing'an District 江宁路445号107, 近武定路
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For a limited time, snag RMB100 The Rooster vouchers for just RMB80!
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Young Makers Market @ SCIS Hongqiao
Head to the Young Makers Market and watch young minds turn their ideas into reality!
Children will run their own mini-businesses—learning teamwork, budgeting, and creativity.
Everyone else can shop and support these young entrepreneurs!
Sun June 7, 10am-3pm; Free Entry
SCIS, 1161 Hongqiao Lu, by Yili Lu, Changning District 虹桥路1161号, 近伊犁路
Quiz & Carvery: We Love the World Cup @ BNC
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The quiz and carvery theme at BNC this Sunday is We Love the World Cup!
Family-friendly, entry to the quiz is absolutely free and there are great prizes on offer.
The carvery is just RMB128 for adults, and RMB68 for kids, lasts from 1-4pm, and includes two meats (which change each week), two types of potato, three veg, and—of course—Yorkshire pudding with your choice of beef or onion gravy and horseradish.
Better still, you can add three hours of free flow drinks for just RMB168!
Scan the QR code on the poster above to reserve your spot.
Sun June 7, Doors 12 noon, Carvery & Quiz from 1pm; Free Entry
BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路
Vintage Vinyl Market @ RIINK
Get ready for a perfect Sunday for music lovers! Dive into the world of vinyl at RIINK's community market.
Browse, Buy & Trade: Bring your own records to exchange or sell with fellow collectors.
Be the DJ: Want to spin at the table? Contact them on WeChat：RIINK2 to reserve your slot!
Fuel the Fun: Enjoy hearty food and refreshing drinks available throughout the day.
Whether you're a seasoned collector or just love the vintage vibe, everyone is welcome. Don't miss this relaxing and fun Sunday activity!
Send a message to RIINK on WeChat with the secret code 'That’s How I Roll' for a special RMB88 Skate & Shot Deal for That’s Shanghai readers ONLY!
READ MORE: Exclusive ¥88 RIINK Deal for That's Shanghai Readers!
Sun June 7, 2-7pm; Free Entry
RIINK, Shankang Li, Building 18, Room 102, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 静安区康定路358号陕康里18号楼102室
Family Show – Imagine Dragons vs Coldplay Tribute @ The Pearl
A spectacular face-off between two modern rock giants—the anthemic power of Imagine Dragons and the euphoric beauty of Coldplay in a night of soaring singalongs.
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Sun June 7, 5.30pm; RMB150 adults, RMB100 kids 6-12, under 5s free
The Pearl, 471 Zhapu Lu, by Wujin Lu 乍浦路471号, 近武进路
F1 Monaco GP @ BNC
Monaco’s glamour hits BNC! For just RMB168, enjoy three hours of free-flow drinks, live action, and all the raceday vibes.
Expect speed, sparkle, and surprise!
Sun June 7, 9pm; Free Entry
BNC, 685 Xikang Lu, by Changping Lu, Jing'an District 西康路685号, 近昌平路
Tuesday
Book Swap & Taco Tuesday @ The Rooster
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Got books you've finished but don't want to keep? Bring them in and trade for something new!
It's simple—arrive with a book or two, leave with a fresh read. Hang out, grab a drink, and chat all things books.
And did we mention it's Taco Tuesday? So expect 15 yuan tacos all night long.
Tue June 9, 5-8pm; Free Entry
The Rooster, 107, 445 Jiangning Lu, by Wuding Lu, Jing'an District 江宁路445号107, 近武定路
20% Off!
For a limited time, snag RMB100 The Rooster vouchers for just RMB80!
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Food & Drink Deals
Discounts @ AZUL Group
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Long Er Yunnan Restaurant by AZUL in 1000 Trees Mall is now open for business, and offering the above voucher deal all month.
READ MORE: Long Er Yunnan Restaurant – Southwest China on Suzhou Creek
Over at Shankang Li, AZUL SKL has rebranded as Morena by AZUL—a new look, a new menu featuring casual Mediterranean fare, and an 8% discount on all food, all month!
Scan the QR code on the poster above to reserve your spot and check it out.
READ MORE: 3 Shanghai Brunches to Hit Up This Weekend
Long Er Yunnan Restaurant, 1000 Trees Mall, L1F, 600 Moganshan Lu, by Changhua Lu 莫干山路600号，L1F，近昌化路
Morena by AZUL, Shankang Li, Building 6, 358 Kangding Lu, by Shaanxi Bei Lu 康定路358号, 近陕西北路
Martini Month @ Lawry’s The Prime Rib
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This June, Lawry’s The Prime Rib presents a curated selection of five signature Martinis, each artfully conceived to complement a distinct disposition, offered at RMB78 per glass.
The collection invites discerning palates to explore an array of tastes, from the robust intensity of the Espresso Martini to the delicate refinement of the Lychee Martini, as well as the Passion Martini, the Dry Martini, and the Dirty Martini.
Seamlessly blending timeless classics with contemporary favorites, each pour embodies the essence of summer, whether one is unwinding after the day’s labors, sharing an evening with friends, or simply savoring a quiet moment of repose.
Available throughout the day for the entire month of June.
From June 1
Lawry's The Prime Rib, B1, 168 Wuyi Lu, by Zhaohua Lu 武夷路168号B1, 近昭化路
Margarita of the Month: The Cazcabel Coco Crush @ Tacolicious
June is bringing the heat, so The Rooster is bringing the coconut.
Meet The Cazcabel Coco Crush Margarita of the Month and your new tropical escape plan: Cazcabel Coconut Tequila, pineapple juice, coconut water, fresh lime, and ice until it's cold, creamy, bright, and ready to ruin your plans in the best possible way.
It is served inside a fresh coconut, because sometimes a regular glass just doesn't have enough vacation energy.
All June
Tacolicious, Room 104-105, 34 Yuyao Lu, by Xikang Lu 余姚路34号1幢104-105室, 近西康路
20% Off!
For a limited time, snag RMB100 Tacolicious vouchers for just RMB80!
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Ongoing
The FitFam 2026 Summer Challenge @ Around Town
The FitFam 2026 Summer Challenge runs June 7–20, turning summer heat into fitness fuel!
This 14-day team challenge helps you build healthier habits while connecting with a vibrant community.
Push through 10+ days of workouts—virtual or in-person—and unlock a serious endorphin boost, new sweat-loving friends, and unforgettable memories.
Bonus: Every participant receives a physical Bingo card, packed with 5x5 mini challenges to complete for raffle prizes.
To sign up, or for more details, click the link below or scan the QR code on the poster above.
READ MORE: Stronger Together: The FitFam Summer Challenge Returns
June 7–20
Early Bird RMB66, ends June 5
Regular Price RMB88
Around Town
Looking Ahead
Frozen Jr.: A Year 7-9 Production @ Wellington
Step into a Winter Wonderland during the height of summer!
Join Wellington College Shanghai’s dazzling, spectacular performance of Disney’s Frozen Jr by their hugely talented year 7-9 cast.
A fun packed show for all the family featuring classics like, ‘Let It Go!’ and ‘Do You Want to Build a Snowman?’
Book your tickets early—click below!
Thu & Fri June 11 & 12, 5pm; RMB50
Sat June 13, 2pm; RMB50
Wellington College International Shanghai, 100 Haiyang Xi Lu Pudong District 海阳西路100号
Assembly Hall @ SIDC
From the visionary team behind the Olivier Award-winning Betroffenheit comes Assembly Hall, the latest genre-defying work by Crystal Pite and Jonathon Young.
Performed by Kidd Pivot, this dance-theater hybrid follows a medieval re-enactment society's annual meeting.
As their beloved 'Quest Fest' faces financial ruin, the line between reality and role-playing blurs—ancient forces awaken, and the stakes become far more than a mock tournament.
Hailed by The Guardian as “astonishingly beautiful,” the work masterfully contrasts light with darkness, absurdity with raw emotion, and mundanity with collective fantasy.
With Pite’s breathtaking choreography and Young’s sharp, witty text, Assembly Hall becomes a touching rumination on purpose, grief, and belonging.
Don't miss this radically original, mind-expanding experience from one of contemporary dance’s most acclaimed companies.
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Fri & Sat June 12 & 13, 7.30pm
Sun June 14, 2pm
RMB280-680
Shanghai International Dance Center, 1650 Hongqiao Lu, by Shuicheng Lu 虹桥路1650号, 近水城路
Rigoletto @ Shangyin Opera House
Shanghai Opera House and the Royal Opera House, London reunite for a powerful co-production of Verdi’s masterpiece, Rigoletto.
Following acclaimed collaborations on Manon Lescaut and Madama Butterfly, this new staging—directed by Oliver Mears—reimagines Victor Hugo’s tragic tale of curse, paternal love, and fate through a contemporary lens.
Featuring world-class creative forces, iconic music, raw emotion, and stunning visuals, the production stars alternating casts including George Gagnidze and Sun Li in the title role.
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June 12 & 13, 7.30pm
June 14, 2pm
RMB224-704
Shangyin Opera House, 6 Fenyang Lu, by Huaihai Zhong Lu, Xuhui District 汾阳路6号，近淮海中路
An Ordinary Day in the Life of the Dancer Gregor Samsa @ Theatre YOUNG
What if Kafka's insect became a dancer?
This acclaimed physical theatre piece reimagines The Metamorphosis for the performance-obsessed age.
Lorenzo Gleijeses portrays Gregor Samsa, a 40-year-old dancer on the eve of his most important debut.
Trapped in a relentless pursuit of machine-like perfection, he can no longer distinguish rehearsal from reality, work from life, progress from collapse.
His frantic, twisted body—both unsettling and heartbreaking—shares the stage with a cleaning robot, his mechanical alter-ego.
Directed by legendary theatre innovator Eugenio Barba (founder of Odin Teatret) and co-created with Gleijeses and Julia Varley, this 75-minute, subtitle-aided performance weaves three strands: Kafka's own family anguish, the novelist's fictional creature, and a contemporary artist spiraling into his own cocoon—not of chitin, but of dreams, absurdity, and solitude.
Performed in Italian, it is less an allegory of transformation than a mirror: in chasing perfection, do we become our first victims?
Language: Italian with English and Chinese surtitles
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Fri & Sat June 12 & 13, 7.30pm
Sun June 14, 2pm & 7.30pm
RMB100-380
Theatre YOUNG, 1155 Kongjiang Lu, Yangpu District 上海市杨浦区控江路1155号
Fight VGM Fight – International Pro Wrestling @ 36Space
Attention pro wrestling fans! The next event is coming up on June 13, with wrestlers from six different countries, including world-renowned star CIMA and super popular idol female wrestler Unagi Sayaka.
The main event features British duo Big Sam and the mysterious Zombie Dragon against the Chinese powerhouse team of Chen Wenbin and Junjie.
Additionally, DJ BO—Shanghai's number two DJ—will participate as Big Sam's exclusive manager.
Don't miss this thrilling pro wrestling event!
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Sat June 13, 6.30pm; RMB399-499
36Space, Building E, 36 Caobao Lu, by Humin Lu, Xuhui District 漕宝路36号E座, 近沪闵路
Jean-Efflam Bavouzet: The Complete Piano Works of Ravel @ Shanghai Concert Hall
On June 13, Shanghai audiences will experience a first: a Ravel piano marathon.
Jean-Efflam Bavouzet, a leading figure of the French piano school and hailed by Gramophone as a definitive Ravel interpreter, performs the composer's complete solo piano works in a single concert—nearly three hours of pure mastery.
From early gems like 'Pavane for a Dead Princess' and 'Jeux d'eau' to the pinnacle of virtuosity, 'Gaspard de la nuit,' and the neoclassical elegance of 'Le Tombeau de Couperin,' Bavouzet guides us through Ravel's entire creative universe.
The program unfolds across three sections, separated by two intermissions.
With seasoned artistry and luminous touch, Bavouzet celebrates the 150th anniversary of Ravel's birth, offering a rare chance to hear every note the composer wrote for solo piano—from the familiar to the hidden—in one unforgettable evening.
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Sat June 13, 7pm, 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
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