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 Crowned with Beauty - Crowne Plaza Sanya - Exclusive Resort of Miss World 2007
A rare opportunity to meet with the world's most beautiful women to experience the most memorable moments! 11.8 - Welcome Dinner, USD200; 11.10 - Beach Fashion Show; 11.24 - Dynasty Fashion Show-"Natural. Elegant. Gorgeous", USD388; 12.1 - Coronation Dinner, USD288. For more packages of Miss World event, 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
 Your Next Meeting in Renaissance Shanghai Yuyuan Hotel
Located in downtown Shanghai, nearby the famous Ming-era garden Yuyuan, Renaissance Yuyuan, a new Shanghai hotel is minutes away from the city centre and other tourist hotspots like the Bund and Xintiandi. Residential Meeting Package including one night stay in a deluxe room with buffet breakfast & International Buffet Lunch, whole day use of a meeting venue, 2 coffee breaks, Audio-visual equipment…at CNY1550 (rate is subject to 15% service charge per person per day/based on single occupancy/reservation of minimum 15 guest rooms). Call sales centre at Tel (8621) 2321 8810. E-mail res.yuyuan@renaissancehotels.com
 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.
 Wrap Yourself in Elegance at Sofitel Wanda Beijing
For connoisseurs who travel the world in search of a new experience in luxury. From rmb1980 per night, plus 15% service charge,valid from 18 August until 30 November 2007. Including upgrade to deluxe premium room; late departure till 4pm; the exclusive benefits of club Sofitel including one breakfast; unlimited Internet, cocktails. Prior reservation is required subject to availability. Tel: (8610) 6581 6868; fax: (8610) 6581 3838; email: reservation@sofitelwandabj.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.
 Get Cosy This Winter at the Pudong Shangri-La
Rates start from RMB 2,250 per night! Enjoy spectacular views from our luxurious guest rooms and pamper yourselves with CHI Balance, the signature treatment of our CHI, The Spa. Terms & Conditions: Promotion is valid from 20 December 2007 to 5 January 2008;Rates quoted are subject to 15% service charge; The package includes a signature CHI Balance treatment per person per night. 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
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 Vic's Overeas Students Party
With the approaching of the new semester, Vics offers another themed party for overseas students, inviting four international DJs from universities across Beijing to represent their school and country. This is a wonderful chance to meet people of difference race and different languages. 8pm-2am, November 10. Vics TEL (8610) 6593 6215
 Singelringen Party
In this winter, you may feel a bit chilly without the other half. November 10, the eve before the Single's Day, The Bank Lounge and Club organizes a Singelringen Party for those who are seeking for love and fun. Free flirt cocktals free all night long. Also, there is big prizes awaiting for you. RMB100 per person. 9pm, November 10. The Bank and Lounge Club TEL (8610) 5869 7030
 Single's Night
Single's Night, a night for singles to say goodbye to their current status. Come to join us to look for your dreamed he or she and bid a quick goodbye to your singleness. Free admission, a cup of free cocktail for ladies before 9pm. November 11. Houhai Paradise TEL (8610) 8401 5076
For details about above events, please visit www.clubzone.com. |
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Yourself with Unlimited Signature Dim Sum in Jewel
Choose from a wide selection of authentic morsels painstakingly
prepared by our Hong Kong chef whilst sipping on unlimited Chinese
tea. Every Saturday and Sunday from 11:30-14:30. RMB 128 subject
to 15% service charge per person. For reservations, please call
(8610) 6629 7820.
 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
November Mushroom of the Month at Cepe– Black
and White Truffles Rich, aromatic black truffles to flavorful
white truffles, go ahead and spoil yourself this November! Come
dine Cepe, the restaurant that Forbes.com recently voted one of
the Top Power Dining Spots in the World. Business Power Lunch
at Cepe. Delicious variety in a 3-course menu at RMB218 that changes
weekly. Beche-de-Mer Promotion at Qi- this Chinese luxury has
been revered by chefs since ancient times. Set menu at RMB777
(inclusive of soft drinks) which is available for lunch &
dinner. Succulent Crab Promotion at Greenfish. Enjoy our fresh
and succulent crab 4-course set dinner for two at RMB988 (inclusive
of bottle of champagne) available for lunch & dinner. For
free-flowing champagne, drop by Crystal Bar from 7-8 p.m. at only
RMB188+ per person. Tel: (8610) 6601 6666.
 There
is more to do at Lido
The Spirit of Thanksgiving knows no borders. Reserve
your own table or Join our "family table" and Give thanks
for the year's bountiful harvest. Thanksgiving 2007 "Sharing
Platter", RMB198 + 15% service charge, includes soft drinks.
Thursday, November 22 from 6:00PM to 10:00PM at the Texan Grill,
Holiday Inn Lido Beijing. For reservations please call (8610)
6437 6688.
 Bountiful
Thanksgiving Buffet at Cafe Asia
22 November Dinner Only, Bountiful Thanksgiving Buffet,
RMB218+15%. Celebrate thanksgiving day with our buffet of traditional
thanksgiving favorites; roast turkey with giblet gravy, cream
of pumpkin soup and pumpkin pie. For reservations and inquiries,
please dial (8610) 8498 2288 ext 7160.
 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.
 Hong
Kong Hot Pot at Happy Valley
During November and December 2007, our Chinese kitchen
Chef Jacky Chan will spoil you with his unique, extraordinary
version of the famous "Hong Kong Hot Pot". On your own
or with the whole Family - it is an experience for every body.
Come 4, Pay 3 Promotion! As of RMB168.00 per person (subject to
15% service charge), terms & conditions apply. Meet you at
Happy Valley restaurant. Reservations under telephone number:
(8610) 6553 2288 - 2146.
 JiaJingDu
Imperial Banquet
Another incredible hit in 2007 By A Fun Ti. Imperial
Food; Imperial Roast Duck; Imperial Etiqette; Imperial Songs &
Dances; Ancient Dresses Model Show; Imperial Tea Culture. JiaJingDu
looks upon every gust as an Emperor or Empress, and offers very
special service in the way of the custom of Ming Dynasty Imperial...A
Fun Ti&JiaJingDu, the best choices to entertaining your VIP
guests!! Free Show Every Night: 7:30Pm till 9:00Pm. Address: 8#
Hot-Spring Chamber, Westgate of Chaoyang Park; Tel: (8610) 6591
8008; Fax: (8610) 6591 8918.
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 |
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 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
 Fly from Beijing/Shanghai to Vancouver from only RMB29,320 Round Trip!
Starting this season, you can enjoy our luxurious lie-flat bed and the latest in-flight amenities in Executive First Class between Beijing and Shanghai and Vancouver, as well as from Beijing and Shanghai non-stop to Toronto. Plus, enjoy great savings! Purchase your ticket before December 27, 2007 and get our great round-trip Executive First Class fares for travel from Beijing and Shanghai to Vancouver and your favorite Canadian destinations. Terms/restrictions apply. For reservations and inquires, please contact Air Canada Office in Beijing (8610) 6468-2001 or Shanghai (8621) 6279-2999. Website: www.aircanada.com
Book Your Winter Flight Early and Save!
The skiing season is getting close. Take advantage of Air Canada's incredible special fares to your favorite destinations -- Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. Ensure that you get your most ideal travel dates by booking today. Offer is valid for travel until December 27, 2007. Terms/restrictions apply. For reservations and inquires, please contact Air Canada Office in Beijing (8610) 6468-2001 or Shanghai (8621) 6279-2999. Website: www.aircanada.com
 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 Fengqing International Travel Agency, Your Premier Choice For Going To Travel
Beijing Fengqing International Travel Agency is a professional travel service provider approved by China National Tourism Administration. Located in a luxury four-star hotel, we offers customized travel routes and travel related services for our clients both home and abroad. For more information about us, please call (8610) 6179 7066
Flower Bay Magnetic Spa Resort
Flower Bay Magnetic Spa Resort is located in Gaoliying Town of Shunyi District, Beijing. Known as "the Abode of Fairy Mother Goddess on Earth", the resort is surrounded by flourishing fruit trees and features pleasant ambience and beautiful scenery. The water here is especially good to health because it contains many rare chemical elements that can help both the skin and body mechanism work better. Besides, we have many different types of rooms available to cater your demands. For details about us, please contact (8610) 5128 7671.
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 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.
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 "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
Baolai Fitness Center
Located inside the Yansha business area, Baolai is an ideal place for keeping fit, leisure and making friends. With convenient traffic and sufficient parking lot, we offer various high quality fitness courses at low prices. Our main service items include gymnastics, yoga, Latin, Ballet, Pilates, Kickboxing and more. Prices: RMB450 per month, RMB1250 per quarter, RMB3600 per year. Address: 3 Xiaoyun Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8454 5500
SK Hospital
Conveniently located near Beijing's CBD, SK Hospital features hotel-style environment that makes every patient feel at home. We provide personalized medical service for each client and offer them whole-distance care ranging from consulting, reservation and diagnosis to keeping track of their health after diagnosis. Chinese, English and Japanese language medical services are available. TEL (8610) 8596 3388 ext 8
Mary's Hospital
Mary's Hospital is a professional medical service provider mainly serving female and children. We provide western style medical service in an elegant European style building in Heping Li with a group of highly responsible and skillful staff. Our well-designed staff team, consisted of doctors, nurses, nutritionists, and health supervisors, are able to meet your every demand for health. Address: 5 Hepingli North Street, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6421 6666
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Kuaijie Likang
Beijing Kuaijie Likang is a professional home moving company that has many different branches across Beijing to provide the most convenient service to customers. We have over 30 types of vehicles and a group of well-trained and dedicated staff to help you move around town in the most cost-effective manner. Besides, we also help customers packaging their belongings and install furniture or A.C. Starting price: RMB150. 24-hour hotline: (8610) 5207 6912
Da Bing Home Moving Company
An experienced home moving company engaged in office moving, furniture installation/dismantling, document packaging and cleaning up, office furniture repairing and renovating, and home moving consulting. Starting price: RMB160 for individuals and businesses. For details call (8610) 6378 9635
DMS-Movers
How to get rid of the trouble of making a move and get yourself better devoted to your work? Our team from DMC-Movers is your solution. As a professional home moving and transportation company, we own eight trucks and a team of about 65 skillful staff to offer you carefree home moving service during each process of your moving journey. If you'd like to know more about us or make a reservation with us, please give us a call at (8610) 8581 7197
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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. |
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Zheng Xiang Housekeeping Service Center
A large size housekeeping company registered with Beijing Administration for Industry and Commerce, we have taken a lead in introducing the advanced "whole-distance corporatization" service pattern in China and launched a highly targeted insurance mechanism to ensure safety. We mainly provide well-trained Ayi, senior housework assistant, and nurses for middle and high income families and keep track of the management of these staff. Address: No. 3 Building, 9 Guangqumenwai Avenue, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6770 6338
City Express
City Express is a famous express mail service brand in Beijing. Headquartered in Zhongguancun, we provide express email delivery service in and around towns and even bring our service to dozens of cities out side of Beijing. Our mission: deliver client's mails or articles faster than they expect and in the most professional manner. Address: Room 2016, Zhongguancun Hotel Office Building, Haidian District TEL (8610) 8261 6977
Beijing Sunlike Translation and Consulting Co., Ltd
A professional translation and interpretation service operator in Beijing, Beijing Sunlike Translation and Consulting Co., Ltd has about 1000 language talents and language experts to provide fast speed and high quality translation service for clients from different walks of life. We also promise to keep an archive of clients' data so that they can check for the used materials any time they want. RMB150 per thousand words for Chinese to English translation, RMB130 for English to Chinese translation. Address: A1-2201, Phenix City, 5 Shuguang Xili, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 8440 6028 |
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The 12nd China International Coal Mining Technology & Equipment Exhibition
November 6-9, China National Agricultural Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6508 1204
The 12nd International Wire, Cable, And Other Wire Produce Exhibition
November 7-9, China World Trade Center Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 8776 6850
The 3rd Beijing International Finance Exposition
November 8-11, Beijing Exhibition Hall TEL (8610) 6831 6677
300 Percent Spanish Design
An assemblage of 300 pieces of chairs, lamps and posters are on the display to show the essence of Spanish deign over the last century.
Through November 11. China Millennium Monument Art Museum TEL (8610) 6852 7108
Amateur World
A themed art exhibition on contemporary art organized by a group of young artists, including Chen Wei, Chen Xiaoyun, Cheng Ran, Jin Shan, Liu Weijian and many others.
November 3-December 13. Platform China TEL (8610) 6432 0169
"Incident"-Li Yan Solo Exhibition
October 20-November 25. Platform China 798 Project Space TEL (8610) 6432 0169
"Empty"-Marella Gallery Group Exhibition
"Empty" is a kind of frame of mind that can be changed when needed.
October 27-December 14. Marella Gallery TEL (8610) 6433 4055
"Rose Coordinate Axis"
Artist Luo Fahui's works of different periods, mainly scapes, people and rose will be on the show.
November 4-December 4. 3 Sun Art TEL (8610) 6431 3688
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
Lu's Three People
October 2-31, Beijing 798 Times Space, Dashanzi Art District TEL (8610) 8459 9230
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
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 |
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German Movies
Supported by the Swiss and Austrian embassies and the Goethe-Institut China, this program of German-language films, including Lisbon Story (1995), Das Frulein (2006) and Gegen die Wand (2004) are shown with the support from the Swiss and Austrian Embassies and Goethe Institut China. In German with Chinese subtitles.
November 3-10. Beijing Film Academy and Chinese Media University. For details about the schedule, please contact (8610) 8251 2909 ext 125.
Concert: Zhang Zhenyue + Free9 OK Live
Chinese pop singer Zhang Zhenyue will bring his band Free9 to perform for Beijing music fans.
Tickets selling for RMB80-680.
7:30pm, November 10. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 4455
Drama: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Shakespeare's famous comedy is interpreted into a Chinese version. The story begins in a Midsumer night when two pairs of lovers escape for an absurd law... Performed by Yin Xiaotian, Shi Ke, Liu Ye and others. Tickets selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, November 2-11. Poly Theatre TEL (8610) 6501 1854
Gidon Kremer Beijing Concert
Gidon Kremer will perform once again in Beijing, this time with two string players to play chamber music. Tickets selling for RMB120-1280.
7:30pm, November 9. Forbidden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
China Philharmonic Orchestra 2007-2008 Music Season
Michael Sanderling, a famous cell teacher will come to present Prokofiev's second violin concerto with China Philharmonic Orchestra. Ticket selling for RMB80-880.
7:30pm, November 10. Forbiden City Concert Hall TEL (8610) 6559 8285
The Radio Orchestra Of Berlin
The Radio Orchestra of Berlin, one of the most famous musical groups in Germany, will come to perform in Beijing as part of the celebration for the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Germany. Tickets selling for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, November 9. The Great Hall of the People TEL (8610) 6309 6156
Australian Multimedia Drama: The Sheepherder's Wife
Tickets selling for RMB30-580.
7:30pm, November 10-11. Tianqiao Theatre TEL (8610) 8315 6337
Film: "Megwoman! The New Rock Revolution!"
Based on a true story, Megwoman! The New Rock Revolution! finds deported American rock star Lucifer Joans a beggar on the streets in Harbin. After surviving the frigid street life, Lucifer discovers China's rock scene and eventually rises to become a rock star. Along the way, he finds love with a Chinese prostitute, drinks large quantities of beer and discovers a psychic third language. Finally forced into the inevitable job of English teacher, Lucifer instructs his high school students in street lingo and leads them in raucous versions of "We Will Rock You!" Free Beer will be offered during the screening of this film to enhance you viewing experience.
8pm, November 9-10. Cherrylane Movies, for details call 135 0125 1303 or visit www.cherrylanemovies.com.cn
Cartoon Drama: Snow White
Tickets selling for RMB40/60/80.
7:30pm, November 3-17. Ethnic Cultural Palace Theater TEL (8610) 6605 2404
"Hypnotic Night Of Ancient House Beautiful Shadow"
Produced by the Great Ghost, this drama has been acclaimed as the most comedic works of the year. Tickets selling for RMB50-380.
7:30pm, November 1-December 2. The 9th Theatre of Chaoyang Theatre TEL (8610) 6523 1499
Film: "Lust, Caution" (Se Jie)
Winner of the Golden Lion for Best Film at the Venice Film Festival, expectedly will be shown in China with many cuts from November 1. In Chinese with English subtitles. At cinemas across town.
Capital Cinema (8610) 6607 9499
Dahua Cinema (8610) 6527 4420
Daguanlou Cinema (8610) 6303 0551
Dizhi Cinema (8610) 6616 8376
Guang An Men Cinema (8610) 6352 2713
Honglou Cinema (8610) 6605 1908
Wudaokou Cinema (8610) 6231 3624
Yingxie Cinema (8610) 6420 7759
Ziguang Cinema (8610) 6500 3868
Chang Hong Cinema (8610) 6404 2159
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