Join the Star Sky Chamber Orchestra at the renowned Beijing Concert Hall, as they spark your imagination through the performance of your favorite film scores. Pirates of the Caribbean and its track “He’s a Pirate”  composed by Klaus Badelt and Hans Zimmer, “Concerning Hobbits”, an acclaimed piece by composer Howard Shore for The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring soundtrack and 300, an American period action film based on the 1998 comic series of the same name by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley. These are just a few pieces from the stirring performance the Orchestra has in store for you. Come relive the wonder and magic as the orchestra brings these masterpieces to life before your very eyes and ears. An evening of entertainment fit for the whole family.

Experience Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu

 

Join Cultural Keys on November 9 at the German School of Beijing to experience traditional Shaolin kung fu. Learn Shaolin stretches, cardio techniques, speed, accuracy and power training methods, as well as applications and a short form, all in one afternoon. It’s also suitable for both children between the ages of 8 and 17 and adults, and especially for beginners.  This workshop is the perfect introduction to Shaolin martial arts and training the spirit of Shaolin! Spaces are limited. Pre-registration and payment required.

RMB 200, Kids RMB 100, Parents and kids RMB 250

 

French Holiday Workshop

Every year Atelier prepares a wonderful holiday workshop to celebrate the French holiday in November. This workshop consists of two parts: Art and Fablab. The art workshop will focus on constructivism from different aspects and Fablab will focus on making a big project called “Recycling enlightened paper house.” During Fablab students will learn the importance of environmental protection, the recycling process, and a basic knowledge of electricity. At the end they will make a 3D paper house that lights up. Click this link for more information or email contact@atelier.cn.com.

RMB 2000 – 2700. 10am – 4pm. Atelier at Shunyi and Sanlitun Campus. 

Titanic the Musical

Titanic the Musical comes to Beijing! Everyone probably knows the story of the unsinkable ship, the RMS Titanic, sinking on its maiden voyage, costing the lives of 1517 people. This musical brings the stunning story to life, based on real people aboard the ship and their varying dreams and reasons for being on the Titanic. The original Broadway performance won five Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Book. This new production from London has similarly won critical acclaim from across the world. Buy your tickets here.

RMB 180 – 880. 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Beijing Tianqiao Performing Arts Centre Grand Theatre.

Rumble in the Jumble

Don’t forget to get your emails in to apply for next month’s Rumble in the Jumble, taking place on November 16 at That’s Mandarin, in Dongzhimen.

Email them with details about your products, brands, or services, your WeChat ID and up to four photos. They have space for up to 30 tables, and welcome vendors of all kinds, including service providers and food and drink vendors. They’re taking applications until this Friday, November 1.

RMB 200

End of Year Charity Auction Bash

The Beijing Clothing Auction Network’s annual End of Year Charity Auction Bash is back. Combining sustainability, charity, and community, the Network brings women together through a love of ethical fashion and giving back to the community. It’s a clothing swap with a twist! Clothing Auctions are a way of sharing pre-loved clothes with other like-minded women in private homes across Beijing, and raising a ton of money along the way. The annual event held at East is a big celebration of the networks successes in 2019. New people are always welcome to join. Contact WeChat: becstarnz for more information.

Women of all ages. RMB 150, please register. 7.30–10.30pm. Domain.

BSB Shunyi Secondary Production Little Shops of Horror

Come and see this exciting show performed by secondary students from The British School of Beijing, Shunyi (BSB Shunyi). With music and lyrics by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, this show will surely entertain. This musical stars Seymour, a shy shop assistant whose life completely changes after finding a strange plant. Expect the unexpected and enjoy the sensational 60s style music and dance along the way! There are three performances: Nov 23 at 2pm and 7pm and Nov 24 at 2pm.

RMB 65 (kids) – 100 (adults). 2pm and 7pm. www.bsbshunyi.com. BSB Shunyi Campus.

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