51 things to do in Shanghai this summer
Shanghai really does have a beach. If you want to dive in is another issue.1. Happy Valley
Can’t stand the Shanghai summer heat? Grab friends and try the virtual canyon white water rafting at Happy Valley, which is now only a metro ride away. Post-"rafting," find the real meaning of wind power on the amusement park’s roller coasters.
Shanghai Happy Valley, 18 Linyin Avenue, near Linlu Lu, Sheshan 上海欢乐谷, 佘山林荫大道18号, 近林绿路, +86 21 3355 2222, www.happyvalley.cn
2. Oriental Land
If you’re looking for a summer family outing, then Oriental Land is where you should head, offering everything from barbecue pits and kite-flying areas to the oddly cool navy submarine area, amphibious vehicles and water walking balls (who doesn’t want to walk on water?). For the adults with a kid inside, but not at their side, make sure to hit-up the nearby paintball range.
Oriental Land, 6888 Huqingping Gonglu, near Luhu Lu 东方绿舟, 沪青平公路6888号, 近绿湖路, +86 21 5923 3000, www.ogb.com.cn
3. South Bund Beach
Shanghai beach bums can rejoice and put down that ticket to Thailand, as Shanghai’s Bund-side sand is back in action. Charging RMB 20 entrance for the privilege of sitting in one of the two dozen or so lounge chairs, the beach offers unblocked views of Pudong, which should be amazing when it's lit up at night.
Although Sunny Beach has little more than sand, chairs and a great view, with the Cool Docks and Waterhouse next door, and the beach's liberal "bring whatever food and drink you want" policy, you won’t be missing a boardwalk’s typical fast food and games.
Sunny Beach, Waima Lu, near Maojiayuan Lu 外码路, 近毛家园路
4. Dino Beach
Dino Beach, one of Shanghai’s best-known and biggest water parks, offers
a dozens of water rides including 1,200-meter-long “Thunderbolt River”
and “Storm Beach” wave pool -- just be prepared for crowds. Better yet, play hookey from work and
avoid the masses all together.
Dina Beach Water Park, 78 Xinzhen Lu, near Gudai Lu, Minhang District 热带风暴水上乐园, 闵行区新镇路78号, 近顾戴路, +86 21 6478 3333, www.64783333.com
5. Jinshan City Beach
Shanghai doesn’t have beaches? You’re just not looking hard enough. Jinshan City Beach has an artificial beach with crystal clear water. No swimming in the Huangpu here. Phew. Offering more than just sand and sun, also check out the windsurfing and bungee jumping.
Jinshan City Beach, 5 Xincheng Lu, near Jintao Lu 金山城市沙滩, 金山新城路5号, 近金涛路, +86 21 5793 6507
6. Bihai Jinsha Waterpark
Sometimes you don’t want to do anything but lay in the sun with a book, and the pools here are perfect for that. Ignore the crowds at the waterpark rides and instead head to the sunbathing area where you can plop down in a deck chair facing the sea and take in the sun.
Bihai Jinsha Water Park, 39 Haiou Lu, near Jinhuitang Lu 碧海金沙水上乐园, 海湾旅游区海鸥路39号, 近金汇塘路, +86 21 5712 0707
7. Hengsha Island
There’s nothing better than enjoying a summer weekend on the water. This is Hengsha Island's specialty. Grab a row boat, paddle boat or motor boat and you're set for an afternoon. There's also golf for the less aqua-inclined.
Shanghai Angle Bay Vacationland, 2579 Dongbing Lu, near Dongxing Lu, Hengsha Island, Chongming 横沙岛天使度假村, 崇明县横沙岛东滨路2579号, 近东兴路, +86 21 6283 6944
8. Moganshan Triathlon 2011
Moganshan is strewn with hills, streams, valleys, paths, and bamboo forests. For athletes it's a built-in training ground, drawing many the 2.5-hour trip from Shanghai. The Moganshan Triathlon 2011 event embraces the area's landscape, challenging competitors with a 1.4-kilometer swim, 44-kilometer bike ride and an eight-kilometer run. The idea behind the triathlon is not only to separate the athletes from the slackers, but to also showcase the area. Don't think you can do the whole thing yourself? No worries, individuals and teams are all welcome. There will also be a short children’s duathlon as well.
Moganshan Triathlon 2011, June 4, Zhejiang Province Deqing Town, 2011莫干山铁人三项运动，浙江省德清县莫干山-安吉区, RMB 180 to 300, more info go online to www.moganshantriathlon.com
9. SCUBA
Big Blue Dive Club is getting people in the water by offering open water SCUBA certification classes. Get your certificate in Shanghai
and then sign up for diving trips and put your new-found skills to good
use. Not a bad excuse for a tropical vacation.
Big Blue Scuba Diving Shanghai, No. 10, Lane 10, Jinbang Lu, near
Hami Lu 悠蓝国际潜水俱乐部, 金浜路10弄10号, 近哈密路, +86 21 6291
2110, big-blue.cn
10. Chongming Cycling Carnival 2011
The first Chongming Cycling Carnival is on this May. During this year’s event, you’ll be able to check out professional cycling competitions as well as have the opportunity to hop on your own two wheels as part of the amateur cycling tour.
Chongming Cycling Carnival 2011, May 11 to 15, around Xincheng Park, Chongming Dadao, near Jiangfan Lu, Chongming Island 2011崇明岛自行车嘉年华, 崇明岛新城公园周边, 重虫鸣大道, 近江帆路
11. Yinqixing Indoor Skiing Site
If your favorite adventure sport is looking for places to survive the summer heat, you’ll find it at Yinqixing. With snow banks up to 50 centimeters high and slopes of 17 degrees, the indoor skiing here is some of the best in China. Is it black diamond? Not even close, but it's a ton of fun, especially for beginners. Ski instructors are on hand for lessons.
Yingqixing Indoor Skiing Site, 1835 Qixing Lu, near Gudai Lu 银七星室内滑雪场, 七莘路1835号, 近顾戴路, +86 21 6478 8666
12. Champion Skating Rink
The Champion Skating Rink is the largest indoor skating site in Shanghai with professional level lighting, sound system and facilities. Take to the ice to avoid sky-high temperatures, or watch and enjoy the cool as pro skaters perform all summer.
Champion Skating Rink, 8 Songhu Lu, Youyicheng Shopping Center, near Handan Lu 冠军溜冰场, 淞沪路8号又一城购物中心,邯郸路, +86 21 6548 3358
13. Shanghai International Gymnastics Center Swimming Pool
Can’t ski or skate? No worries, dive in. Located in Shanghai International Gymnastics Center, this new pool boasts eight standard swimming lanes and a smaller pool designated for children. Other sports facilities in the fitness and recreation room are also on premises.
Shanghai International Gymnastics Center Swimming Pool, 777 Wuyi Lu, near Neihuan Gaojia Lu, 国际体操中心游泳馆, 武夷路777号, 近内环高架路, +86 21 5108 3183, www.swim.sh.cn
14. Indoor rock climbing
Rock climbing has one great thing going for it as a summer sport: it’s done in air conditioning. The facilities at Hengyi cater to everyone from newbies to advanced climbers, so there's no excuse not to chalk up your hands and climb on.
Hengyi Indoors Rock Climbing Gym, Gate #21, Hongkou Football Stadium, 444 Jiangwandong Lu, near Huayuan Lu, Hongkou District 恒毅室内攀岩馆, 东江湾路444号虹口足球场21看台上楼, 近花园路,+86 21 5696 6657
15. FINA World Championships 2011
Kicking off in late July, the FINA World Championships
brings the best swimmers in the world to Shanghai to compete in diving,
water polo, swimming, synchronized swimming and open water. This event
will be the first time this newly built sports center will be open -- definitely worth checking out.
FINA World Championships 2011, July 16 to 31, Oriental Sports
Center, 168 Jiyang Lu, near Yaohua Lu, Pudong New Area
2011世界游泳锦标赛, 东方体育中心, 浦东新区济阳路168号,近杨思路, www.shanghai-fina2011.com
16. 2011 Swatch World Tour
For the eighth straight season, Shanghai hosts beach volleyball as part of the 2011 Swatch World Tour, so expect to see the world's top beach volleyball players getting sandy May 2 to 8. Despite medal finishes every year from 2006 to 2009, the Chinese women's team failed to finish on the podium last time around, so we're sure they'll bring their A-game to the 2011 match-ups.
Swatch World Tour 2011, May 2-8, Jinshan City Beach, 5 Xincheng Lu, near Huhang Lu 金山城市沙滩, 金山新城路5号, 近沪杭公路, +86 21 5793 6507, ball.ckide.com
17. International Dinosaur Festival
This year, Changzhou Dinosaur Park host China’s first International Dinosaur Festival. An odd concept? Yes, but could be fun, especially if you have kids in tow. Expect magic shows and a dinosaur-themed carnival. Fu Yandong and other famous magicians from both China and abroad will perform.
International Dinosaur Festival, till May 31, Changzhou Dinosaur Park, 1 Hanjiang Lu, near Jiandong Lu, Xinbei District, Changzhou, Jiangsu Province 国际恐龙节, 中华恐龙园, 江苏省常州市新北区汉江路1号, 近建东路, +86 400 616 6600, www.cnkly.com/2011
18. World Joyland
World Joyland opened on May 1 to massive crowds, all excited to see how this park makes video games come to life. Expect the usual shops, but also video-game themed rides, tons of E-sports and people dressed in cosplay outfits. If there is a reason to turn off the computer and play in the real world, it’s here.
World Joyland, Taihu Wan Resort, Wujin, Changzhou, Jiangsu Province 环球动漫嬉戏谷,江苏省常州市武进太湖湾旅游度假区, +86 400 186 8888, ccjoy.tthonghuo.com
19. Shanghai Science & Technology Museum
Although there are a number of cool exhibitions here, standing in the “Spectrum of Life” hall, you might just forget you’re in Shanghai for a minute. The hall imitates Yunnan's landscape, showing the province's amazing animal diversity. If you thought Yunnan was just good for its food -- think again.
Shanghai Science & Technology Museum, 2000 Century Dadao, near Dingxiang Lu, Pudong New Area (closed on Monday) 上海科技馆, 浦东新区世纪大道2000号, 近丁香路, +86 21 6862 2000 www.sstm.org.cn
20. China Maritime Museum
Until mid-May, China Maritime Museum holds the Flower and Sea Playing Season, a series of events including 4D movies and cosplay parties. Have a cosplay sailor dress you've been waiting to rock? Here's the place to do it.
China Maritime Museum, 197 Shengang Avenue, near Huanhu Xi'er Lu, Lingang Xincheng, Pudong New Area 中国航海博物馆, 浦东新区临港新城申港大道197号, 近环湖西二路, +86 21 3828 7777, www.mmc.gov.cn
21. Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium can be a pretty good substitute for those missing the ocean. From seals and penguins to a variety of freshwater fish, the aquarium lets you appreciate the sea creatures from around the world including China and deep ocean areas. Good luck finding that on a snorkling trip on Thailand.
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium, 1388 Lujiazuihuan Lu, near Oriental Pearl TV Tower 上海海洋水族馆,浦东新区陆家嘴环路1388号, 近东方明珠, +86 21 5877 9988, www.sh-soa.com
22. Catch xiaolongxia and small crabs
Many Shanghaining have memories of catching xiaolongxia and
small crabs when they were young. This summer, grab some friends and go
to Chongming Island to relive the memories and get out of Shanghai for
the day.
Xisha Wetland Park, Mingzhu Lake, Luhua Town, Chongming 崇明县西沙湿地公园 (绿华镇明珠湖西侧), www.xishashidi.com
23. Changfeng Ocean World
Although it can't compete with Shanghai Ocean World in animal species offerings, Changfeng Ocean World is still worth a visit during the hot summer days. With the largest marine animal performance hall in mainland China, Changfeng attracts a large number of tourists each year (although that might not always be a good thing). Here you can take a glass-bottomed boat to get up-close and personal to the fish. Diving trips (yes, you can dive in some of the tanks) and underwater weddings are also offered, but need to be booked in advance.
Changfeng Ocean World, 525 Daduhe Lu, near Nujiang Lu, Putuo District 长风公园,普陀区大渡河路525号,近怒江路,+86 21 6223 8888, www.oceanworld.com.cn
24. Lavender trip
Lavender is in full bloom from June to August every year, but a trip to Provence might be a bit rough on the wallet. Stay domestic and walk through fields of this lovely flower at Dreaming Garden in Zhujiajiao. Bet that's one part of the water town you haven't seen yet.
Dreaming Garden, 321 Xingguang, near Shentai Lu, Zhangma Village, Zhujiajiao Town 寻梦园,朱家角镇张马村星光321号, 近沈太路, +86 21 6275 8862, www.dreaminggarden.com
25. Pick grapes
Love summer's fresh fruit? Pick your own fresh grapes at Malu Theme Park, which offers more varieties than just "red" and "green". If you don't feel like putting in the work, check out the odd-yet-tasty grape snacks on offered here, including grape tea and grape dumplings.
Malu Theme Park, 27 Dazhi Lu, near Liuxiang Gonglu, Malu Town, Jiading District 马陆葡萄主题公园, 嘉定区马陆镇大治路27号, 近浏翔公路, +86 21 5915 5240
26. Wander the French Concession
Although the Bund is great, to see the "real" Shanghai, many prefer the quiet, tree-lined streets of the French Concession. Changle Lu, Fuxing Lu, Shaoxing Lu and Sinan Lu are all good choices if you are looking for somewhere free the summer heat and crowds.
Changle Lu, Fuxing Lu, Shaoxing Lu and Sinan Lu
27. Zhujiajiao Peking opera shows
You may know that Zhujiajiao as one of Shanghai's most accessible water towns, but you might not know that during the summer, there's more than just canals there to draw crowds. Established in 1930s, the Zhujiajiao Peking opera association is quite active during summer, putting on traditional shows most night. It's a good excuse to stay overnight and see what the town's like sans the touristy masses.
Zhujiajiao Old Town, Zhujiajiao, Qingpu District 朱家角古镇,青浦区朱家角, +86 21 5924 0077, www.zhujiajiao.com
28. Chenghuang Temple
A symbol of old Shanghai, Chenghuang Temple is one of the more popular temples in the city, and it capitalizes on its position in the summer by hosting now well-known summer night markets. Time your trip right and you'll also catch a local community performance or two.
Chenghuang Temple, near Yu Garden, 132 Anren Lu, near Fuyou Lu 城隍庙豫园周边, 安仁街132号, 近福佑路
29. Century Park
Grab a basket and
blanket, and then get your picnic on at Century Park. Even in the summer when families head to Century Park en mass, you'll still be able to find a patch of green in the shade to relax, eat and take in the season. Post-munching, rent a bike or a paddle boat.
Century Park, 1001 Jinxiu Lu, near Hehuan Lu 世纪公园, 锦绣路1001号, 近合欢路, +86 21 3876 0588, www.centurypark.com.cn
30. Drink (tea) on a summer afternoon
Get tired of Starbucks? Try Chinese tea at one of Shanghai's historic tea houses on a warm summer afternoon. Chrysanthemum tea, green tea and white tea are all good for heat according to TCM docs -- helping to cool and calm you down.
Huxin Pavilion, 257 Yuyuan Lu, near Fuyou Lu, Huangpu District 湖心亭, 豫园路257号, 近福佑路, +86 21 6373 6950
31. Firefly trip in Wuzhen
For those ready to trek out of the city a bit, Wuzhen opened its first firefly house last year, where visitors can admire the bight summer bugs, no chasing with a jar needed.
Wuzhen, Tongxiang, Jiaxing 乌镇, 嘉兴市桐乡市乌镇, +86 0573 8873 1088
32. Be a bookworm for one day
When one of Shanghai's summer storms hits, head for a bookish day in the Shanghai Library and curl up with a good read or newspaper. The building reportedly has millions of volumes in dozens of languages and, most importantly, a great air conditioning system.
Shanghai Library, 1555 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Gaoan Lu 上海图书馆, 淮海中路1555号, 近高安路, +86 21 6445 5555, www.libnet.sh.cn
33. Stroll along the Bund
When people imagine Shanghai, they usually think of the Bund, and there's no better time to check it out than in the summer. Even though you might have to dodge more than a few crowds, the area's recent renovations has broadened the walkway and gotten most of the hawkers away from the river, so sightseers can enjoy themselves. Although many people stop their walk at the north Bund, make sure you continue south and take in the newly re-done sections down through the Cool Docks. The area looks great and crowds are much thinner down there.
The Bund 外滩
34. Shanghai Animation & Comics Museum
This three-story museum that's an ode to all things animation offers and includes interactive exhibits where you can design a short animation films. The first floor houses a 7,000-piece collection of priceless cartoon stills and life-size models of animation icons from films like "Avatar," "Transformers" and "The Incredibles". The third floor has a 3D movie theater to view guests' in-house designs on the big-screen.
Shanghai Animation & Comics Museum, 69 Zhangjiang Lu, near Dangui Lu 张江路69号, 近丹桂路, +86 21 5895 7998
35. Shanghai Botanical Garden
The Shanghai Botanical Garden was made for summer souls in need
of a bite of peace and quiet. More than 50,000 plants from 100 species
dot the expansive space. Just make sure not to get lost.
Shanghai Botanical Garden, 1111 Dongwu Lu, near Baise Lu 龙吴路1111号, 近百色路, +86 21 5436 3369
36. Shanghai Flower Port
From March to mid-May every year, 3.2 million tulips are put on exhibition at the Shanghai Flower Port (you didn't know we had one of those, did you?). From June to September, sunflowers are king. Stop in and take time to smell the roses, we mean tulips.
Shanghai Flower Port, 2 Zhengdong Lu, Donghai Farm, near Liang Gang Da Dao 东海农场振动路2号, 近两港大道, +86 21 5829 5858
37. Shanghai Film Studios
Shanghai is home to some of the most active film studios in Asia. At Shanghai Film Studios, you can tour sets of 1900s-era Shanghai and see what Nanjing Lu and Suzhou Creek looked like in the 1930s, Shanghai's heyday. The studio also has an extensive costume and prop collection on display with a look as well.
Shanghai Film Studios, 4915 Song Bei Lu, Chedun Town, Songjiang District 松江区车墩镇北松公路4915号, +86 21 5760 1627
38. Dongping National Forest Park
This forest is serene and lake is clean and clear -- what more could you ask for? Bring a picnic basket or food for a barbecue and remember what nature feels like.
Dongping National Forest Park, Nanming Harbor, Chongming Island 上海崇明岛, +86 21 5933 8266
39. Thames Town
Thames Town is a bit of Britain in Shanghai. The town, modeled after its namesake in England, features cobblestone streets, Tudor-style homes, Edwardian townhouses and a covered market with a clock tower. Much cheaper than a plane ticket.
Thames Town, 900 Xin Bei Lu, Songjiang District 松江区新北路900弄泰晤士小镇内, +86 6781 0008
40. Lupu Bridge
Want to see one of the most unique views in Shanghai? We're not talking about the view from the SWFC, but the one from the top of the Lupu Bridge. Hike up the side of the bridge with a tour guide and enjoy Shanghai from the top deck platform. The climb is a bit steep, but the view is worth it.
Lupu Bridge, 909 Luban Lu 鲁班路909号, +86 21 5302 0661
41. 10th Shanghai International Artworks & Antiques Expo
Forget the so-called "antiques" on Dongtai Lu, the 10th Shanghai International Artworks & Antiques Expo has the real deal showing antique drawings, sculptures, porcelain, books, jade and musical instruments from 200 exhibitors coming from China, France, South Korea, Germany, Nepal and Singapore.
10th Shanghai International Artworks & Antiques Expo, May 26 to 29, Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center, 88 Caobao Lu, near Xiqin Lu, 上海光大会展中心, 漕宝路88号, 近习勤路, +86 5821 7739, www.aiccexpo.cn
42. 1933
If you've ever wanted to see an M.C. Escher sketch come to life, 1933 is the place to be. With the weather warming up, grab your camera and check out the amazing architecture here. 1933 used to be a slaughterhouse -- the largest in Asia -- but is now home shops and restaurants, and is just generally cool to look at. If you time your visit right, you can also check out the monthly flea market.
1933, 10 Shajing Lu, near Li Yang Lu 沙泾路10号, 近溧阳路, +86 6888 1933
43. Night tour of Qibao
Take in one of Shanghai's oldest towns and eat your way through the experience, as Qibao is known for the variety of snack food available there (everyone has to be good at something). Wander the town until you've tried their flavored cakes made from polished glutinous rice (Qibaogao), dried bean curd wrapped in lotus leaves (hebao doufugan), roasted sweet potatoes (kaohongshu) and sugar coated haws on sticks (tanghulu).
Qibao Ancient Town, Fuqiang Street, near Qixin Lu and Xinzhen Lu, Minhang District 闵行区七宝镇富强街, 七莘路新镇路间
44. Grand Laser Strike Association
Some of the most extreme battles in Shanghai are fought here. Your defenses? Rows of trees, long grass and various shrubs -- oh, and your laser gun. Go head-to-head with friends to see who's buying drinks tonight.
Grand Laser Strike Association, 855 Pudong Nan Lu, near Dongchang Lu 浦东南路855号, 近东昌路, +86 21 5103 5339
45. Shanghai International Film Festival 2011
Established in 1993, the Shanghai International Film Festival marks its 14th anniversary this year. The director of "Rain Man", Barry Levinson, will serve as the Chairman of the Golden Cup Award Jury, which will screen more than 200 films to see which make the cut. This is a visual feast for local movie lovers.
14th Shanghai International Film Festival, June 11-19, Shanghai Movie Theater, 160 Xinhua Lu, near Fanyu Lu 第14届上海国际电影节 上海影城,长宁区新华路160号, 近番愚路, +86 21 6280 8991, www.siff.com
46. Snack streets
Warm weather is a boon for Shanghai's remaining snack streets and
the plastic stool-sitting people who love them. Although many of the
original Shanghai food streets are gone, a solid few still remain and
are packed during the summer. Xiaolongxia, street barbecue, malatang
(and other snacks can be found along Changli Lu, Wenxi Lu and Shouning
Lu (our favorite of the group).
Shouning Lu, near Xizang Lu, closest subway is Metro Line 1 Huangpi Nan Lu Station 寿宁路, 近西藏路, 最近地铁一号线黄陂南路站
47. Shanghai World Music Week 2011
Shanghai World Music Week is offering up 14 major music groups from both China and abroad. Gong Linna, who became a household name in China for her song called "Uneasy" ("忐忑") will close the festival. Another don't-miss? A troupe of Whirling Dervishes from Syria. You don't see that in China every day.
Shanghai World Music Week 2011, May 21-25, Zhongshan Park outdoor stage, 780 Changning Lu, near Metro 2 Zhongshan Park Station 2011上海世界音乐周, 中山公园户外舞台, 长宁路780 号, 近地铁二号线中山公园站
48. Shanghai MISA 2011
You might be familiar with outdoor rock or jazz events like MIDI, Strawberry or the JZ Festival, but we bet you don’t know much about this Shanghai outdoor classical music festival. Sponsored by Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, Shanghai MISA (Music in the Summer Air) 2011 is on, giving local classical music lovers a reason to look forward to August. Expect performances from Dutoit and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Li Yundi and a number of other world famous classical musicians.
Shanghai MISA 2011, July 31-August 13 (not decided yet), location TBD, www.sh-symphony.com/misa
49. The Great American Dance Tour: Modern & Broadway
The Great American Dance Tour is led by the Artifact Dance Project (ADP), whose show follows the development of jazz, tap, modern and contemporary dance through American history -- showing local audiences there's a lot more to dance than just MTV moves.
The Great American Dance Tour: Modern & Broadway, 7:15 p.m., May 24, Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 425 Dingxiang Lu, near Century Dadao, RMB 50-500 东方艺术中心,丁香路425号, 近世纪大道, +86 400 662 9607, +86 21 6854 1234
50. Shanghai MIDI Music Festival 2011
After years of false starts, MIDI Music Festival (China's largest
and longest running music event) finally expands its Beijing base and
drops its musical bombshell on Shanghai. The 2011 Shanghai Midi Music
Festival offers local music-loving masses a three-day aural feast with
some of the best live music acts from China and abroad. Major
international acts that are flying in include Mongol 800, Your Favorite
Enemies, Gammalux and Woodpigeon. Some of the best Chinese acts will be
there as well including Cold Fairyland, Top Floor Circus and Crystal
Butterfly.
2011 Shanghai MIDI Music Festival, till May 8, Century Park, 1001
Jinxiu Lu, near Fangdian Lu and Huamu Lu 2011上海迷笛音乐节, 世纪公园, 锦绣路1001号,
近芳甸路和花木路, RMB 80-200, pricing and ticket pick-up through +86 400 610
3721, www.midifestival.com
51. Ballet: The Red Detachment of Women
“The Red Detachment of Women” is a Chinese ballet best known for being performed in front of President Nixon during his 1972 visit to Beijing, and it's said that the show was the beginning of modern Chinese ballet, which was once essentially a foreign art form. The piece has been hailed as a model of the successful combination of Western ballet technique with Chinese folk dancing.
Ballet: "The Red Detachment of Women," 7:15 p.m., June 14-15, Shanghai Oriental Art Center, 425 Ding Xiang Lu, near Century Avenue, RMB 30-680 东方艺术中心,丁香路425号, 近世纪大道, +86 400 662 9607, +86 21 6854 1234
