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Peter Pan’s Adventure Island, Dec 17 to Dec 31
All ages. Chidren’s drama Peter Pan’s Adventure Island has premiered in Beijing in an immersive theatrical format. The play, with art direction by renowned Broadway producer Randy Weiner, is the latest work by a team of Broadway veterans. RMB 580 (1 person), RMB 880 (2 people), RMB 1280 (3 people). 10.30am-3pm. Xie Dao Dui Cun Resort (蟹岛度假村).
New Years Eve Dinner at Bistrot B, Dec 31
All ages. Kick things up a notch with dinner at Rosewood Beijing’s Bistrot B, where they will be serving a five-course fine dining menu, including Alaskan king crab salad, duo of Australian wagyu beef, and Bûche de Noël. RMB 920, RMB 1,380 (with wine pairing). 6.30-10.30pm. Bistrot B.
Immortal Valley Loop Hike, Dec 31
Adults. Join the Beijing Hikers on their New Years Eve hike through the Immortal Valley. This hike is intense so may not be for the average sunny day hiker. RMB 380 (non-members), RMB 340 (members). 8.30am-6pm. The Great Wall (Immortal Valley Loop).
Sunset Hike Over Huanghuacheng, Dec 31
Adults. The Bejing Hikers will also be hosting a sunset hike over Huanghuacheng. This hike is a bit of a challenge, so perfect for those looking for a little bit more intensity in their hike. RMB 420 (non-members), RMB 380 (members). 11am-4pm. The Great Wall (Huanghuacheng).
Sound of Veinna: Beijing New Year Concert 2017, Dec 31
All ages. In 1992, New Year concerts began in China. Since then, people in Beijing are used to celebrating New Year in festive orchestral atmosphere with Strauss music. Listen to the exciting sounds of Austrian Strauss Legacy Philharmonic Orchestra as they play some of their most beautiful melodies. Prices range from RMB 120 to RMB1680. 7.30pm. The Great Hall of the People.
Gubeikou Great Wall Loop, Jan 1
Ages 12+. The Bejing Hikers will also be going on a hike to Gubeikou on the Great Wall. Bring your hiking shoes and gear for a wonderful afternoon with great scenery and even better company. RMB 450 (RMB 405 for members, RMB 200 for under 12’s). 9.30am-4pm. The Great Wall.
New Years Day Brunch at Bistrot B, January 1
All ages. Kick things up a notch with dinner at Rosewood Beijing’s Bistrot B, where they will be serving a five-course fine dining menu, including Alaskan king crab salad, duo of Australian wagyu beef, and Bûche de Noël. RMB 920, RMB 1,380 (with wine pairing). 6.30-10.30pm. Bistrot B.
Best of Next Week
Safari Song Time, Jan 6
Ages 3-18 months. All babies – from the quietest to the most vocal – love singing and rhymes! Every Friday a group will host a Safari Song Time at the Bookworm to take your little one on a fun safari as he/she learns songs and rhymes from around the world, that you can also practice at home. RMB 60. 10.30-11.30am. The Bookworm.
Legally Blonde: The Musical, Jan 12 and Jan 14
All ages. This January, the Yew Chung International School of Beijing will wow audiences with a performance of the critically acclaimed show: “Legally Blonde: The Musical.” Featuring students from across their Secondary School, this fun and upbeat production will have you clapping and singing along! Free. 7.30pm (Thursday, Jan 12), 2pm and 7.30pm (Saturday, Jan 14). YCIS Beijing Auditorium.
Chinese New Year Workshops: Surrealism, Jan 23 to Jan 30
Ages 5-12. Through exploring surrealist techniques such as collages, exquisite corpses, 3D works, etching, automatic writing and drawing students will discover new artists such as Magritte, Dali, De Chirico, Escher, Ernst and their impressive and imaginative art works. RMB 1,800 (RMB 1,500 for both Atelier’s students and who registered before the 10th of January). 10am-Noon (5-8 years old), 1:30-4:00pm (8-12 years old). Atelier Art School.
Chinese New Year Workshops: Modern Revolution, Jan 30 to Feb 3
Ages 5 – 12. Students will learn about the Modern Revolution, a period during the 19th century when many artists started to make art about people, places, or ideas that interested them, and of which they had direct experience. Challenging the notion that art must realistically depict the world, some artists experimented with the expressive use of color, non-traditional materials, and new techniques and mediums. RMB 1,800 (RMB 1,500 for both Atelier’s students and who registered before the 15th of January). Atelier Art School.
