Events Watch: Beijing's Best Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Sep 12-16

Events Watch: Beijing's Best Events That Won't Leave You Hungover, Sep 14-18

Margaux Schreurs | Sep 13, 2016 11:30 am | Add a comment | 1121 reads

Our Events Watch series aims to highlight events 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 etc.

Wednesday, September 14

The Ming and the Manchus: A Walk and Discussion at the Forbidden City
A fun and informative walk and discussion of Chinese imperial history at Beijing’s majestic Forbidden City, including areas only just opened to the public at the end of last year. Not your usual history tour, this walk will combine Forbidden City fun facts, stories, pop culture references, and examples from the archives to bring to life the palace. Along the way, guides will discuss the two empires that ruled from behind the high red walls of the Forbidden City and how their legacies continue to shape China today. RMB 300, RMB 260 (members). 9am-noon. Forbidden City

English Theater Audition Info Meeting
Thinking about auditioning next week for the largest locally produced English-language theater in China? Are you an actor with lots of stage experience? Or an aspiring actor who is thinking about giving it a try? This informal meeting is a chance to ask questions to those who know best about what is involved in conducting theater in China. Free. 6.30-7.30pm. 86 Degrees Coffee

Thursday, September 15-18

Shakespeare's Globe: The Merchant of Venice in Beijing
This world tour of Shakespeare's classic play The Merchant of Venice makes its way to Beijing's iconic NCPA, in which Shylock is played by the acclaimed and award-winning actor Jonathan Pryce. The production started at London's Globe Theatre earlier this year before snaking east. RMB 180-680. 7.30pm. NCPA

Saturday, September 17

Free Lecture on Ordering Food Online and Using Chinese Uber
Come along to the Sinology Institute for a free lecture on how to use Baidu Waimai and Didi Dache in Chinese, along with some basic vocabulary needed to navigate the apps and interactions. Great for those looking to pick up some survival skills during the Mid-Autumn Festival, whether you're new to China or not. Free. 10.30am-12.30pm. The Sinology Institute