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Support Care For Children At The Village Fete In Beijing
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Hotel Deals

Be Neighbor with Miss World 2007 - Crowne Plaza Sanya
A rare opportunity to meet with the world's most beautiful women to experience the most memorable moments! Relax and reconnect at Crowne Plaza Sanya - The Place to Meet in Yalong Bay. Miss World 2007(From Nov 28th to Dec 2nd) Special Rates from RMB 2280 per night and up, including 2 breakfast. For booking and inquiry, call (86-898) 8855 5888*8713-8717. Reservation Toll-free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88 40 888 (mobile) E-mail: reservation@cpsanya.com. Website: http://www.cpsanya.com

Winter Package
From 15 December 2007 to 29 February 2008, come to enjoy our winter package at RMB 688+15% surcharge per night onwards including one breakfast. Stay for two consecutive nights, you will receive the third night free. The hotel features an indoor swimming pool, fully-equipped modern gym, 1 tennis court, 4 restaurants and bars. For reservations and more information, please call (8621) 5552 9999. Email: reservations@crowneplazafudan.com. Website: www.crowneplaza.com or reservation Toll free numbers in China: 800 830 4088, 400 88 40 888(mobile) *Minimum 3 consecutive nights guaranteed. Not available in conjunction with other promotions.

New Level of Accommodation and Gracious Service Arrives in Huhhot
Shangri-La Hotel, Huhhot is offering a special introductory rate to celebrate its recent opening. Paying RMB688++ for Deluxe Room, will enjoy the following benefits: Complimentary buffet breakfast at Xin Cafe. To find out more about this hotel, visit www.shangri-la.com/huhhot or contact Shangri-La Hotel, Huhhot at (86-471) 3366 888 or reservations.slhh@shangri-la.com. Terms and Conditions: The offer is valid from 1 November until 30 April 08. Price is subject to 15 % surcharge and government tax.

Granding Opeing of The Westin Guangzhou on the 12th of October
Where your personal renewal is our inspiration, and where we are inspired to do our best. For information or to make a reservation, please call (8620) 2826 6868, visit westin.com/guangzhou or E-mail to gz.reservations@westin.com. Address: 6 lin he zhong road, tian he district Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510610 China. Tel: (8620) 2886 6868; Fax: (8620) 2826 6886.

Weekend Special at Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Rates start from RMB 1,750 per night with added benefits! Make yourself at home during your weekends in Shanghai and stay with us for your Fridays and Saturdays nights. Enjoy our legendary hospitality at a very special rate, plus receive a host of additional benefits and discounts. Benefits: daily breakfast at Yi Cafe, late check-out till 4:00pm at no charge and 10% discount off F&B outlets excluding Fook Lam Moon, Gourmet and Room Service. For more information please call (8621) 6882 6888 or email reservations.slpu@shangri-la.com. Register at The LOOP, the Pudong Shangri-La e-Community HERE.

Beijing Guangzhou Hotel
Beijing Guangzhou Hotel possesses 283 standard guest rooms, executive rooms, luxurious guest rooms/suites and presidential suites. Guests can enjoy laundry service, room dining service, coffers, IDD, satellite TV channels, wake-up calls and shoe polishing. A commercial center on the 10th floor has modern Internet access. All the rooms of Building No.2 are decorated luxuriously and some suites are equipped with high-definition plasma TV sets. Every guest is a VIP at Beijing Guangzhou Hotel and is treated to the best services possible. Tel: (8610) 5855 9988; Fax: (8610) 5855 9998; Website: www.bjgzds.com.cn

Nightlife

Yen Fetish Halloween Party
Those attending past Yen Fetish Halloween events can attest that this is the night to feel free to let your inner freak out to play - don your finest or freakiest outfit and dance as a fine selection of top Beijing DJs, Live performers and VJs keep it going strong till dawn, including VJ ADD+, lighting mistress Aya Hayakawa, some fire dancers and a few thousand other sexy and stylish Halloween revelers to 798 art district and you've got what the biggest and best Halloween party in town. RMB70 in advance, RMB100 at door, RMB180 for VIP. 9pm, October 27. 706 Factory TEL (86) 136 8333 4144 (CN)/136 7130 4233 (EN)

Fred Licci
Ever since he was a little boy, Fred had taken a great interest in music. During his teens he started dj-ing at small birthday parties. >From 1992-1994, Fred was Resident DJ at the Heaven Underground Club Base. In the following years Fred could be heard at various different clubs and events in Switzerland. Currently Fred is working on a couple of projects, including Productions under the name of "Face2Face", Kinky House in collaboration with Housesyndicate to mention just a few. October 26. China Doll TEL (8610) 6417 4699

Punk Electric
When the sun doesn't shine, we still keep dancing. Who will be the king of this dancing campaign? We have no idea until we watch it. Free admission, a cup of free cocktail for ladies before 9pm. October 27. Houhai Paradise TEL (8610) 8401 5076

DJ Luluxpo
An explosive release of creative potential took place on the 14th February 1997, in Paris, as the destinies of Loulou and Pollux met... The fusion was instantaneous. they joined forces immediately and instinctively, calling themselves LuLuxpo, a common creative project maximising the potential of two unique personalities and a message of pertinant. 10pm-4am, October 27. The
Bank Lounge and Club TEL (8610) 6553 1998

Acupuncture Therapy
Acupunture will bring a night of ghostly dance and storm to celebrate the Halloween. The group's eight local DJs will join hands to bring a fabulous music night for Beijing fans. RMB50 before 12am, RMB80 after. 10pm-6am, October 27. 798 Art District. TEL (86) 138 1034 7555

For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com.

Shout Your Love Out
Houhai Paradise organizes a friends making night for those who want to find their love ones. Don't miss this great opportunity if you are looking for the other part of your life and shout your love loudly to the right one you are searching for. Free admission, a cup of free cocktail for ladies before 9pm. Houhai Paradise TEL (8610) 8401 5076

Angel's Halloween Party
Angel Club will present a three-night Halloween Party to mark the special occasion of Halloween. By combining traditional Chinese settings with modern European arrangement, the fashionable Angel will bring you a unique party that outshines all other Beijing nightlife venues. Are you ready to come? RMB50 per person. 9pm till late, October 26-28. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888

Russian Girls
The hot girl combination Russian Girl will come to perform live at Angel Club. Russian Girl is best known for dance music of the same name that is very popular around the globe. fanatics, sexy, fashionable, passionate, these words were used by some House scene magazines in 2006 in description of both debuting female Deejays Polina and Anna, which were unleashed under the name "Russian Girls" on the dancing house floors. RMB50 per person. 9pm till late, October 26. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888

More information on above events can be found on www.98street.com.

The 80's Strike Back
80's Night at Alfa expands! Join us for the new and improved 80's experience, now every Friday night and featuring 4 djs on rotation to keep the mix fresh. The best from the 80's with a few surprise from the 70's and 90's and no cover charge! Rock out with the infamous Lady Marmalade, Side B, Mizchif and the strut of Sweet FA. Enjoy 80's prices on shots and Long Island Ice Tea. Free Entrance. 10pm on wards. Alfa TEL (8610) 6413 0086

Dining Out

Only Once a Year - The Hairy Crab Season at Dragon Palace
From October to November 16,2007, steamed YangChen Lake Hairy Crab with Chin Kiang Black Vinegar Dip Yunnan Pu'er Tea with sliced Ginger. Female: 268RMB per live crab; Male: 248RMB per live crab. Hua Diao Rice Wine, Served hot or at room temperature. 1/2 liter Bottle, 5 years: 100-Rmb; 1/2 liter Bottle, 8 Years: 160-Rmb; 1/2 liter Bottle, 10Years: 380-Rmb. Tel: (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4108.

Fall Cuisines at The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street
Enjoy our fluted and graceful, Oyster mushrooms - delicate, mild flavor with velvety texture. Our mushroom 4-course dining experience is only RMB 480+ per person at Cepe, our Italian restaurant that Forbes.com recently voted one of the Top Power Dining Spots in the World. Savor in the sweet, plump meat and tasty roe of this freshwater crustacean-- a true Chinese delicacy. Set menu at RMB 777+ (soft drink included) is available for lunch & dinner at Qi, our Chinese restaurant. Enjoy our moist and flavorful tuna from the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy a 4-course dinner for two with champagne at RMB 988+ at Greenfish. For free-flowing champagne, drop by Crystal Bar from 7 - 8 p.m. at only RMB188+ per person. All prices are subject to 15% service charge. For reservations, please call The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street at (8610) 6601 6666.

Holiday Inn Lido Beijing F&B Promotion
*Theme Buffet - 18:00-22:00. Adults: RMB158+15% - buy one & get one free before 19:30, Monday to Thursday only. Children 4-12 years - RMB79+15%. For reservations, please call (8610) 6437 6688 ext. 1971. *Pizza & Pasta Weekend Special - Every Saturday, Sunday lunch, get into the Patio Restaurant for your choice of pizza and pasta. If you want a fine pizza and pasta meal in a nice atmosphere, be our guest! Lunch Only - 12:00-14:00, RMB78+15%; Child 4-12 years: RMB58+15%, 2 paying adults get 1 child under 12 eats free. For reservations, please call (8610) 6437 6688 ext. 1849.

Fresh Lobster!
Grilled with herbs and lemon; Glazed in hellandaise and parmesean; Spiced in an Indian tandoori; Roasted with coconut and lemongrass. Skyline Cafe presents a change in flavor, to accompany the change in season. Lobster-infused dinner buffet: RMB 228+15% with free flow of draft beer and soft drinks; RMB 268+15% with imported wine; RMB 298+15% Friday seafood spectacular. Contact (8610) 6590 3229.

Sakura Japanese Restaurant
2 kinds of house special combination are priced RMB480 and RMB680. 15 kinds of cuisine for a la carte are priced RMB50 to RMB200 especially for dinner. Chef recommended sea urchin will enrich your dine experience. (RMB80 each). Tel: (8610) 5877-5555; 6512-5555; E-mail: cfg@cfgbj.com

South Swedish "Skanskt Alagille" Eel Party
Eel King / Chef Ralf Pedersen returns to Beijing as host of this South Swedish tradition at Radisson SAS Hotel Beijing, this year accompanied by the legendary musician & troubadour Leif Carlsson, well known for his cheerful and witty stage appearance. Ralf & Leif will create a funny and amusing ambiance with traditional music, stories, aquavit singing, and a "catch a live eel competition" - this evening is not to be missed! Time: Friday 26 October 2007. Place: The Sovereign Ballroom. Phone: (8610) 5922 3152. Only CNY 298 per person, including free flow of Carlsberg & home spiced aquavit.

Rumi Persian Grill
Rumi is crisply decorated with a strictly modern feel. Iranian cuisine prizes sour flavors such as pomegranate and sumac, a dried crushed sour red berry and green herbs. The menu here focuses on beef, lamb, chicken and fish kebabs. The chicken leg kebab is succulently tender and juicy, marinated in a mix of saffron and lemon juice. Vegetarians could make a hearty meal of humus, tomato and feta and vegetable salads. For dessert, try the delicate little baklava stuffed with cardamon and walnuts. Daily 11:30am - 11pm, Xiaoyun Road (opposite King's Garden Villas), Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8454 3838

Travel Information

Daily Flights from Beijing/Shanghai to Istanbul
Daily operations to more than 132 major European cities and Middle East countries, also regular flights to North Africa, Central Asia, North America and Far East major cities. For more information, please visit www.thy.com or call us TK Beijing:(8610) 6465 1867, TK Shanghai:(8621) 3222 0022 or click here

Srilankan Airlines Special Summer Season Offers
Beijing - Bangkok round trip CNY 2285; Beijing - India round trip CNY 5360; Beijing - Maldives round trip CNY 4490. All above fares are tax inclusive. Find more special offers on the web of www.srilankan.aero/beijing. Srilankan Airlines - the best airlines in South Asia. For any assistance, please contact (8610) 6461 7208 or mail to bjs.sales@srilankan.aero

Beijing Qingfeng Air Service
Engaged in air and travel information consulting service, we provide the latest travel products and hotels to facilitate your trips. Flying roundtrip from Beijing to Los Angeles/San Francisco/Seattle within 6 months costs RMB4300, within one year costs RMB5600; Flying roundtrip from Beijing to New York/Washington costs RMB5200 within 6 months, and RMB6800 within one year. The above prices are subject to departure between September and December and RMB500 will be added to back journey between December 14 and 23, 2007. Note: All above prices do not include tax. Address: 11, Anyuan Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 5166 0570

China Dragon Int'l Travel Service
As a member company of Hualong Travel Industry Development Corporation, China Dragon Int'l Travel Service is mainly engaged in receiving individual tourists from home and abroad and hosting various conferences and exhibitions. We also organize group tours in accordance with customers' demand and pledge to give our customers an unforgettable travel experience. Address: Room 507, Timeson Tower, No.12 Chaoyangmen North Street, Chaoyang District. TEL (8610) 6551 8691

Dongxiang Fishing Garden
Located south of the Miyun Reservoir, Dongxiang Fishing Garden is 83 km away from Beijing's Siyuan Bridge and is an ideal destination to experience fishing and village life as well as various forms of fun. The Garden advocates traveling in an environment friendly manner as the owner himself is an environmentalist, hence the garden has also become an educational base of environmental travel. RMB40/person/night for standard room. RMB10/day for Kang. TEL (8610) 6102 1156


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Education

The British School of Beijing
The British School of Beijing provides the English National Curriculum for the expatriate community of Beijing. The school's educational approach arises out of the best practices found in British schools around the world, emphasizing high academic results, respect for one another, and a diverse academic and extra-curricular programme. As a result, students are provided with the qualifications and skills to enter universities worldwide. The British School of Beijing is at the centre of a committed community with parents, teachers and friends of the school dedicated to the children's success. Further information or visit to the school can be arranged etc. Mailto: info@britishschool.org.cn or Tel: (8610) 8532-3088.

Health & Fitness

"Flu Free Kid" Campaign (From Oct.1 - Dec.31, 2007)
RMB75 per flu shot. *Protect your child and family from the flu this season *A Flu Vaccine is the most effective way to prevent the flu *New Century International Children's Hospital recommends Agrippal (Chiron. Italy) as most appropriate Flu Vaccine for children during this flu season *Children aged 6 months until their 5 years are at high risk for complications from the flu. Make flu shot appointment in advance at: (8610) 8804 6000; 8804 6100; www.ncich.com.cn

Beijing Tiantan Puhua Hospital
Adjacent to the imperial Temple of Heaven and occupying up to 10,000 sqm, Beijing Tiantan Puhua Hospital is the first joint venture hospital that is specialized in neuroscience in Beijing, including neurology, neurosurgery, Neural stem cell treatment and rehabilitation. A representative of an advanced model of medical care, we also focus on podiatry, rehabilitation, and traditional Chinese medicine. TEL (8610) 6703 5566 Fax (8610) 6706 1799

Aesthetic and Plastic
Aesthetic and Plastic is the embodiment of a fine medical beauty clinic that is conveniently located inside Cuidieyuan, north of the Beijing Jinyuan Yansha Mall. We offer a wide variety of medical services including beauty surgery, skin beauty, laser therapy, dental beauty and health consulting and more. Now with RMB1000 only, you will be a member of us to enjoy the exclusive service we prepare for you. Address: No. 4 Building, Diecuiyuan, Landianchang, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8886 3511

Relocations

Batong-We Moving You To Every Direction You Want
Headquartered in Haidian District, we have branches that cover all major corners of Beijing so that we can move you around every direction of the city in a timely and safety manner. Our well-trained staff will deliver you the most considerate service in moving you from one location to another. RMB1200 for luxury package; RMB180+ for individual client. TEL (8610) 6289 6473

Dadi Liantong Home Moving and Transportation Company
Owning a group of high caliber staff who are both skillful and dedicated, we are committed to offering professional door-to-door moving service to the government departments, international companies, foreign embassies and individual customers in China. We offer you various package services that are not only friendly to your pocket but also to your mind. Luxury home moving package: RMB1200. For details, please contact (8610) 8731 5910

Haishunda Home Moving
Set up in 2000, we are a professional and experienced home moving service provider that specializes in offering you sincere, safe and fast home moving service. We have branches in each main business area of Beijing so that you can choose our service that is most convenient to you. Starting price: RMB150. Service hotline: (8610) 8175 7499

Jobs

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
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Kids Coordinator Wanted at Berlitz
Due to expansion, Berlitz Beijing is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced teacher to coordinate kids lessons. The responsibility includes new teacher recruiting, kids teachers managing, lesson arranging and monitoring, and complaint handling, etc,. The person also gives lessons to kids of aged 4 - 15 years on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m. Berlitz has its own kids material, which for some ages incorporates the well-known Sesame Street characters. All of our material is fun to teach. You must be a native English speaker and enjoy teaching kids. and training in the famous Berlitz method will be provided. Email: hr@berlitz.com.cn; Tel: (8610) 6593-0478, 6508-0244/0255/0274.

Job Openings for Specialist Teacher of Business English at Berlitz
Specialist Teachers of Business English required because of expansion. Berlitz Beijing seeks more full-time English-teachers with a strong business background to teach business skills to middle and upper-level management students in major international companies. Good salary, with opportunity for career development and opportunities for promotion. Send CV detailing your business experience to hr@berlitz.com.cn; Tel: (8610) 6593-0478, 6508-0244/0255/0274.

Services

Computer Network Installation and Security
Call CANDIS for free network audits. Are your network, email and web servers secure from viruses and hackers? In Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, CANDIS specializes in systems integration and labor outsourcing, www.candis.com.cn. Phone: 010-6568-0876; email: audits@candis.com.cn

International Accountants... LehmanBrown... providing an alternative:
Professional Services: Audit, Taxation, Company Secretarial, Legal Financial Accounting: CFO Function, Bookkeeping, Accounting & financial advise, Office Administration Management Accounting: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cash flow Management, Market Growth Strategies, Learning Centre Systems Solutions: Systems Implementation, Internal Process review, Information Management Business Management: Merger & Acquisition integration, Market Entry Strategy, Business Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions & Divestitures www.lehmanbrown.com Beijing Tel: +86 10 85321720, Fax: +86 10 65323270 Shanghai Tel: +86 21 62881635, Fax: +86 21 62881636 Hong Kong Tel: +852 25375425, Fax: +852 25375649 E-mail: beijing@lehmanbrown.com, shanghai@lehmanbrown.com, hongkong@lehmanbrown.com

We Help You With Your Visa Issues
Beijing Fortune Business Consulting Co., Ltd looks after all the general needs of expatriates in Beijing. We are specialized in looking after the issues and complications of business (F) and working (Z) visas as well as associated permits for both expatriates and Chinese nationals. Whether you are a businessman or a company with foreign workers, we are here to help and ease the problems and reduce time in applying for visas and work permits. For more details about us, please call (8610) 5134 6461

Taohuagu Translation Center (Peach Blossom Translation Service)
We are a professional translation service provider that can quickly and accurately meet your demand for the translation of a large batch of content. Our translation expertise ranges from IT and business to laws, medicines and software localization. Price: RMB120-160 per thousand words for English - Chinese translation, RMB160-190 for Chinese - English translation. For more information, please contact (8610) 5165 0411

Beijing Great Wall Trust Certified Public Accountants Firm
Beijing Great Wall Trust Certified Public Accountants Firm is a comprehensive accounting service provider that combines legal auditing and consulting. We are also an experienced intellectual service provider that offers talent, and technology. We are able to offer devoted services to our clients from all over China though we are mainly based in Beijing. Address: 7F, 38 Building, Taipingqiao Xili, Fengtai District TEL (8610) 6348 0888

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

China International Communications Equipment And Technology Exhibition 2007
October 23-27, China International Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 8460 0223

The 4th China Folk Art Exposition
October 24-28, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204

The 5th Beijing International Exhibition On Energy-saving And Environment Friendly Cars
October 25-28, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204

The 5th China International Network Culture Exposition
October 25-28, Beijing Exhibition Center TEL (8610) 6831 6677

Beijing International Coins Exposition 2007
October 26-28, China World Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 8776 6850

Wu Xiaohao's Line Drawing
October 23-31, China Central Academy of Fine Arts TEL (8610) 6477 1123

Mediterranean-Li Xinjian's Solo Exhibtion
October 20-November 13, Beijing Zijinxuan Art Gallery TEL (8610) 6432 5093

South Korean Plan
Art exhibition featuring installations, camera, sculpture and more from artists from South Korean.
October 13-November 13. C5 Art Center TEL (8610) 6460 3950

The Storm Is Coming-Yang Chengwen's Solo Exhibition
October 13-November 6. Line Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9685

Eludidatory Needs
Organized by China HP, this exhibition brings works of artist Liu Lijie, Meng Jin, Fang Er, Zeng Han and many others to light.
October 10-25, Beijing Yongle Art Museum TEL (8610) 6404 9863

Huang Jingzhe Solo Exhibition
October 13-November 4, Kong Gallery TEL (8610) 8457 4060

Lu's Three People
October 2-31, Beijing 798 Times Space, Dashanzi Art District TEL (8610) 8459 9230

Time Of The Not Right Time
Abstract paintings of artist Lu Lin, Yi Lin, Zhang Lun, Li Weiming and Shang Shan are on the show.
October 14-November 4. Sumeng Gallery TEL (8610) 8957 9113

Art Of Gesture-Jia Gang's Solo Exhibition
Artist Jia Gang expresses art in the form of the symbolic body language.
October 20-November 18. Beijing New Times Gallery TEL (8610) 8459 9282

Wang Lin's Solo Exhibition
September 30-October 30 (close on Mondays), Beijing Shanghai Modern Art Gallery TEL (8610) 8575 6038

Art From Ancient Greece
A selection of priceless and classical Greek art masterpieces collected by French Louvre will be displayed in Beijing. RMB50 per person.
August 12-November 9. Capital Museum TEL (8610) 6337 0491

Theater & Performances

Gil Shaham And Lan Shui With Singapore Symphony Orchestra
Tickets selling for RMB60-680.
7:30pm, October 23. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6501 1854

Peking Opera: Lu Shui Yi Shan
Tickets selling for RMB50-280.
7:30pm, October 23-24. Ethnic Cultural Palace Theater TEL (8610) 6605 2404

Sounding the Future: East and West
Tan Dun: Secret Land: for Orchestra and 12 Violoncelli; Krzysztof Penderecki: Symphony No. 8. Tickets selling for RMB50-480.
7:30pm, October 24. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6501 1854

Four Seasons
Canada Tafel Ancient Philharmonic Orchestra, Canada's supreme ancient orchestra will have a performance this week in Beijing. Tickets selling for RMB30-380.
7:30pm, October 24. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8303

World Tour By 3 Tennors Of China
Three Chinese tennors Yuqiang Dai, Yi Ding, Jing Mafan will perform with the accompaniment of China National Opera House. Tickets selling for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, October 24. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455

Lang Lang and Christoph Eschenbach With Orchestre de Paris
Tickets selling for RMB180-980.
7:30pm, October 25. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6501 1854

The Closing Gala Concert For The 10th Beijing Music Festival
Tickets selling for RMB180-980.
7:30pm, October 26. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6501 1854

Emma Kirkby
Emma Kirkby is a soprano singer and one the world's most renowned early music specialists. Tickets selling for RMB50-320.
7:30pm, October 26. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8303

Evangel
By Wells Cathedral School Chamber Choir. Tickets selling for RMB10-80.
7:30pm, October 26. PKU Centennial Memorial Hall TEL (8610) 6275 7627

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
The New York based Alvin Ailey, which is dedicated to promoting and enriching the African-American cultural experience, will make their debut in Beijing this month. Tickets selling for RMB120-150.
7:30pm, October 26-27. Tianqiao Theatre TEL (8610) 8315 6300

Film: "Thirteen Princess Trees"
"Thirteen princess trees," directed by the young generation Chinese director Lu Yue, won "The Special Jury Prize." The movie tells the story of growing pains of troubled youth at a high school in southwestern China, with shocking honesty and tenderness. In Chinese with English subtitles. RMB50.
8pm, October 26-27. Cherrylane Movies, for details call 135 0125 1303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn

Puppet Show: Nutcracker
Tchaikovsky's two-act Nutcracker Ballet, who enjoyed high reputation will be shown in puppet form. Tickets selling for RMB150-220.
7:30pm, October 20-28. China Puppet Theatre TEL (8610) 6425 4798

Yu Quan
The most popular pop duo in the Chinese mainland, Yu Quan will present a live concert at Star Live. Tickets selling for RMB600/800.
8pm, October 27. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677

IZ Beijing Concert
Ticket: RMB30. 8pm, October 27. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677

For The Love Of Guitar
Tickets selling for RMB30/40.
8pm. October 28. Star Live TEL (8610) 6425 5677

Comedy: Balcony
The comedic drama "Balcony", produced by famous Chinese comedian Chen Peisi will show off againt this month in Beijing. Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, October 23-28. Haidian Theatre TEL (8610) 6255 8026