Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Sep 25-30
Our Events Watch series aims to highlight happenings that aren't focused on alcohol and drinking, but instead take a more educational or productive approach. Events include comedy, talks, networking events, markets, and dinners.
Tuesday, Sep 25
Young China Watchers present Hannah Ryder – China-Africa Relations in Context
The buzz surrounding China's meeting with the 40-plus African heads of state at the beginning of September for the Forum on China Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) may have died down but analysis of what the historic event means, especially for Africa, rages on. Here, Hannah Ryder, a former head of policy and partnerships for the United Nations Development Program in China and founder and CEO of Development Reimagined, comes to "share her expectations for next steps by African and Chinese stakeholders over the next three years, and opportunities for constructive engagement in those by other partners." Free (registration required, take your passport). 7.30-9pm. Embassy of the Republic of Poland
Wednesday, Sep 26
Pizza-Themed Quiz Night
I'll be the first to admit that pub quizzes are probably the last thing to leave you unhungover the day after, but this one comes with a slight twist in that it'll be stocked with 50-percent discounted pizza (6-10pm) to at least give you a solid foundation for any drinks that may be consumed. That and the fact that we're hosting it. Yes, that's right, the Beijinger is putting on a special pizza-only pub quiz at Paddy's in the lead-up to our Oct 13-14 Pizza Fest. So head along a test your knowledge on one of the world's favorite foods. Free. 8-11pm. Paddy O'Shea's
Thursday, Sep 27
Stomp
The one and only musical to have made a trash can look vaguely exciting, Stomp (also pictured at top), returns to Beijing in a clatter of instruments that may or may not have been grifted from the local recycling plant. All kidding aside, since originating in Brighton, England in 1991, this performance has traveled across the world, winning over audiences with its blend of dance, music, and theatrical performance. Perhaps even more reason to see it: the show was discontinued in London at the beginning of this year. RMB 180-780. Until Oct 6, 7.30-10pm. Poly Theatre
Friday, Sep 28
Cello and Piano Duet Concert
Start off with something a little less drink-heavy this weekend with this concert from cellist Chu Yibing and Yale alumnus and pianist Jin Wenbin. The two will come together on Friday night at the Yale Center for a special performance in which they present works from composer G. Faure, Debussy, Beethoven, and Sha Hankun. RMB 100. 6.30-9pm. Yale Center of Beijing
Saturday, Sep 29
'Midnight in Peking' Walking Tour
Bespoke Travel Company pick up where Paul French left off, guiding groups through the twists and turns of the author's bestselling murder mystery Midnight in Peking. Historian Lars Ulrick Thom helps to bring 1930s Peking back to life, following the footsteps of the father of Pamela Werner, the 19-year-old whose body was found at the base of the Fox Tower, as he frantically searches for clues to a mystery that was never solved. The walking tour is followed by a cocktail at Nuo Hotel. RMB 388 (includes one free cocktail). 6.30-9.30pm. NUO Hotel Beijing
Sunday, Sep 30
Cangku Cinema Screening Day: "The Death of Stalin"
Finish the weekend and ease into the Golden Week holiday with this screening of The Death of Stalin. One of this year's best-rated movies, the Armando Iannucci-directed biopic uses humor to take a scathing look at the power struggle that ensued in the final days of the notorious Soviet dictator's rule, had all of his cronies been Western comedians gifted with the world's best bumbling wit. Stick around for a completely unrelated jam session. Free. 8.30pm. Soi Baochao
Looking for even more events to do this weekend and through Golden Week holiday? Absolutely everything you need can be found via our events page here.
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