Beijing's Best Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Feb 26-Mar 3
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, Feb 26
Fast and Furious: Branding Strategies for Startups
This seminar will be of interest to anyone looking to get their startup off the ground with a strong visual appeal and a clear message. She Loves Tech’s Rhea See, Simon Vericel of Influence Matters, Yann Boquillod of AirVisual, and Alvaro Montoya, CEO of Alvaro, will walk you through how to make your tech company stand out from the oodles of other players in the field. RMB 60. 6.30-9.30pm. Prototype
Wednesday, Feb 27
Storytelling Night
Storytelling night returns to 4corners this Wednesday, focussing on that most elusive of cosmic phenomena: luck. Practice your public speaking, brag about a time when your stars aligned, or simply get an instance of bad luck off your chest – after all, you'll get a free drink just for the effort, proving that life's not so bad after all! Free. 8.30pm. 4corners
Thursday, Feb 28
Nude Life Drawing
The weather is warming up and what better way to celebrate than having someone take off their clothes so you can draw them? The SLab does just that this Thursday with a nude life drawing class with poses will last anywhere from 30 seconds up to 20 minutes, testing your sketching prowess. Materials are provided though feel free to bring your own. RMB 180, RMB 200 (includes free-flow drinks – don't do it!). RMB 7-9pm. The SLab
Friday, Mar 1
Mono
Japanese post-rock heavyweights Mono come to Beijing this Friday to shake Tango until dust falls from the rafters. Going 20 years strong as of this year, the four-piece band is well regarded for their intricate use of instrumentation, giving rise to beauty through sheer power, a combination that led NME to describe them as playing "Music for the Gods." RMB 260, RMB 220 (advance). Tango 3F / Hit FM Live
Saturday, Mar 2
Hacked History: The Awkward Position of Missionaries in Chinese History
Writer, historian, and storyteller Jeremiah Jenne describes the awkward position of missionaries in China (some of whom are pictured in Chungking above circa the 1890s), who while bringing religion, education, and hygiene to the people also found themselves embroiled in anti-foreigner sentiment when local government and community tempers flared. 2-3.30pm. RMB 50, RMB 40 (advance). The Hutong
Sunday, Mar 3
Video Game Orchestra
If you're anything like me, the Tetris theme will occasionally pop into your head and haunt you for days and days. Then again, I'm showing my age and these young bucks, the Video Game Orchestra, will probably be rocking out to soundtracks made after the fall of the Iron Curtain. Either way, this should be some clean family fun! RMB 280 (advance). 8pm. Mao Livehouse Wukesong
Looking for even more things to do this week?
Absolutely everything you need can be found via our events page here.
Images: library.vicu.utoronto.ca, courtesy of the organizers
