Xianzai means
"Now" in Chinese!
Click to 

Visit Click to 

Visit Click to Visit Click to Visit Click to Visit
Xianzai Rocks Your Inbox
with China Info Via Email!
   
Search

Latest Deals

BRC Shanghai: Bars, Restaurants and Clubs

BRC Beijing: Bars, Restaurants, and Clubs

Chinese Recipes: Scallop and Baicai (Cabbage) Stew

Chinese Idioms: A Word is Worth a Thousand Pieces of Gold

Emergency Chinese: The All Too Typical Questions


Sponsors


Click to Visit


For Clients
Since 1997, Xianzai has been China's leader in email promotions, email campaigns, and email information! Xianzai delivers over 19 million email subscriptions and promotions a month to mainland Chinese users using our secure email technology.

Our Affiliates







Email Newsletter Data
 
Email Newsletter Name: Xianzai Beijing
Date Published: August 4, 2008


Below is a web version of the email newsletter that was sent to subscribers.

Print This Page Print This Page    Email This Post Email This Post


Xianzai Beijing: Beijing events, entertainment, culture, bars,restaurants, airlines, hotels, travel, expat, expatriates, life, finance,Beijing Olympics, dining out in Beijing, Shanghai, and China all in an email newsletter online!

Xianzai Beijing is a service of Xianzai.com     

        Volume 12, issue 136 - August 4, 2008
       
For other city infomation, please check:
       
Xianzai Shanghai    Xianzai Guangdong    Xianzai Dalian
Click a section in the Table of Contents below to get great information

 

Get Your Free Weekly Copy of Xianzai Beijing!
Beijing's longest running weekly ezine full of what's happening in China's capital city!

Click Here To Subscribe

What is Xianzai?
"Xianzai" means "now" in Mandarin Chinese. Xianzai publishes over 50 of its own newsletters! This newsletter is but one of them and to subscribe to others make sure you visit us by
clicking her!

Get the latest China deals with our Channel Email RSS Feed here

Weekly Sponsor



Weekly Calendar
August 2008

S
M
T
W
T
F
S
  28 29 30 31 1 2
3 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
31            
Great China Deals!
Weather Forecast
Date 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 8.8 8.9 8.10
Day Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
 
Highs 32 32 31 32 31 30 30
Lows 21 21 21 21 22 22 22
China News

SinoLinx.com China NewsThe Week in Review from SinoLinx.com

Funny Pics
These are real pictures taken by real China travelers!

Thanks to Phil Kennedy for the pic:

Send in your favorite photo of something interesting, odd, or funny while you stayed in China. Send it to funnypic-xianzai@xianzai.com with the subject "Xianzai Beijing Funny Pics!". We'll post the best pics here each week!

Hotel Deals

Summer Olympics Offer at Ascott Beijing
Strategically located in the heart of CBD zone in Chaoyang District, close to China World Trade Center and amid the thriving business and retail district. It lavishes our Olympics guests with discreet service and efficient support in an exclusive and luxurious environment. Between 1 August and 31 August 2008, stay in our luxurious 1-bedroom suites with special rates starting from RMB3600 per residence per night. Ascott The Residence is managed by Ascott International. For details check at http://www.the-ascott.com/en/china/beijing/ascott_beijing.html China Toll Free Number: 400 820 1028; Email: enquiry.china@the-ascott.com

Doubletree by Hilton Beijing Meeting Special Rate
RMB480+/person/day. *Full Day Delegate Package (8 hours), including: Suitable meeting room | Twice Coffee & Tea break with snacks or pastries | Featured buffet lunch | State-of-the-art audio/ visual equipment | Complimentary meeting amenities: paper, pen, mineral water, meeting mint | Above rate is based on a minimum of 15 delegates. Reservation Line: (8610) 6338 1820; E-mail: events.dtbeijing@hilton.com. * Above rate is valid till 31st December 2008 * Above rate is subject to 15% surcharge * Above rate is subject to hotel availability * Prior reservation is requested * Hotel reserve the right of final interpretation.

Experience the Coolest Meetings and Conventions
Hilton Sanya Resort & Spa is offering special meeting packages valid until June 30, 2008. The full day meeting package is available from RMB420+ per person while half day meeting package is on offer from RMB288+ per person which includes use of meeting room, morning and/or afternoon coffee break and a choice of plated lunch. These meeting packages are subject to terms & conditions and valid for a minimum of 50 delegates. Tel: (86 898) 8858 8888; Fax: (86 898) 8858 8588. Email: sanya@hilton.com; Website: www.hiltonworldresorts.com

Marco Polo Shenzhen Summer Club Promotion
RMB1000++ for Single Room, includes: Free access to Continental Club Floor, providing: Complimentary Breakfast (6:30am–10:30) & Cocktails (5:30pm–8:30pm) | Complimentary use of Boardroom | Complimentary pressing for 2 pieces per day | 30% discount of Laundry service | Complimentary use of Broadband Internet in room & Wi-Fi in Public Areas | Free use of Fitness Center facilities. Add RMB150 for upgrade to Deluxe Suite. Valid till 31st August 2008. Regular Floor rates starts from RMB968++, includes: Complimentary American breakfast | Free Broadband access | Free local calls | Guaranteed late check-out until 4pm | 500 Mileage point from airline partners. Valid till 31st August 2008. Tel: (86 755) 8298-9888; Fax: (86 755) 3322-7777; Email: shenzhen@marcopolohotels.com; Website: www.marcopolohotels.com

Pullman Sanya Yalong Bay Resort & Spa
Located in Yalong Bay, Sanya, with 78 pool view guest rooms and 115 unique resort villas. A great opportunity to experience our villas with a special offer until 30 September, 2008. For only RMB 1,899 nett per night - including buffet breakfast for two and 15% service charge (Minimum 2 nights stay), you will be able to enjoy our 150 sqm Superior Villa with your own private swimming pool. Find out more surprises we have for bookings made 5 days in advance. Please contact, Tel: (86 898) 8858 5123, Fax: (86 898) 8858 5121, E-mail: rsvn@pullman-sanya-resort.com

Weekend Package
Radisson Hotel Pudong Century Park will offer a weekend special rate of *RMB908 with 1 night stay until 31 August 2008. Including the value of RMB100 for hotel F&B allowance per stay; complimentary 1 daily buffet breakfast; complimentary broadband and wireless internet access in-room as well as in public areas; use of gym, sauna and tennis court; free shuttle bus service to the Maglev Train / Subway Station, Shanghai Science & Technology Museum (the Market); please call: (8621) 5130 0000 for reservations. * F&B allowance is non-refundable, non accumulative and cannot exchange to cash. * Subject to 15% surcharge, only applicable to arrivals on Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays.

Summer Getaway - Rejuvenation Package @ Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa
Pamper your body with one of Quan's authentic spa treatments. Refresh your mind with a specially prepared beachside yoga session, and tantalize your taste buds with uniquely prepared healthy, lifestyle cuisine. At Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa, we help you look for the "Source of Your Rejuvenation". Rejuvenation Package starts from 3,988 RMB / 2 nights includes: * Round trip airport transfers. * Luxurious accommodation. * Daily breakfast for two. * Your choice of one of three spa treatment for two. * Complimentary beachside Yoga session. * Free use of tandem bike for one hour and more...* Valid until October 31, 2008, terms and conditions apply. Book now: (0898) 8856 1133 or book online: www.sanyamarriottresort.com

"Summer Vacation" Deal at Shangri-la Hotel, Dalian
For a limited time, take advantage of exceptional savings on our "Summer Vacation" Deal available from 01 August to 31 August 2008. Superior Room: RMB 1,200* per room per night; Deluxe Room: RMB 1,400* per room per night. Above room rates are: Subject to 15%surcharge | Include daily breakfast at i Cafe & one draft beer at F2 | Double occupancy at additional charge of RMB 100 per night. For more information, please click here. Add: 66 Renmin Road, Dalian 116001, China. Tel: (86 411) 8252 5000; Fax: (86 411) 8252 5050; E-mail: slda@shangri-la.com; Website: www.shangri-la.com

Weekend Getaway
Pamper yourself and someone special with a relaxing and cozy weekend getaway at Sheraton. You can choose our Superior room at RMB1188+15% service charge or Deluxe room at RMB1388+15% service charge (all rates are on per room per night basis). Package includes daily buffet breakfast for two on arrival, and complimentary access to gym and pool. Available on Friday, Saturday & Sunday nights. Valid till August 31, 2008. For more information, please call (86-755) 8383 8888.

Nightlife

Olympic Opening Ceremony Party at Frank's Place
Guaranteed seat, buffet dinner, free flow Tsingtao - spirits - wine - soft drinks, celebratory Tee shirt and a discount card - RMB500/per person. Call (8610) 6437 8399 to make a reservation.

Yen 080808
Whether you're a long term Beijing resident or newly arrived visitor, if you've got a taste for the best in electronic dance music China has to offer, head for the Yen party at Star Live on August 8! This Yen party features China's top House, Techno and Electro talents, Mickey Zhang (live), Dio, Yang Bing, Usami and Eddie Lv along with VJ ZTY. Expect the usual top notch sound, lighting and DJ talent, add in reasonably priced drinks and a friendly, up-for-it crowd, and you've kicking of the Olympic period in style! Limited ADV Ticket: RMB100 include one drink; Limited ADV VIP Ticket: RMB 200 include ADV ticket, VIP pass & RMB100 drink tickets; Door: RMB150 include one drink. 8pm-3am, August 8. Tango Club level 3 TEL (86) 1368 3334 144(CHN), 1367 1304 233(ENG), 1391 0151 574(JPN)

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

Pingpong Party @ Song
Originating from the English translation of the Chinese black and white chessman, the name of IGO suggests a unique feeling with sheer simplicity. This applies to all aspects of the band - their music, visuals and live performances. The band members are JJay (vocals, songwriting, programming) and B6 (electronics, programming, visual and music production). 8pm-2am, August 7. Song TEL (8610) 6587 1311

For more information about above events, please visit www.98street.com

Dining Out

Moon Cake Season
Autumn Moon Cakes available from 28th July till 14th September 2008. Enjoy our famous Moon Cakes, lightly glazed with egg yolk and baked to golden perfection. Recommended by our Hong Kong Chef So Moon Kam, these delicious Moon Cakes are available at Dragon Palace and Kempi Deli. For orders, please call (8610) 6465 3388 ext. 4075.

Capital Hotel Mooncake
Mid-autumn Festival is a time for reunions with family and loved ones. On this great occasion, treat them with a special gift - Capital Hotel Mooncake. This year our gift boxes are filled with different flavored mooncakes: Dream 2008 Gift Box (8pcs, RMB380), Capital Royal Gift Box (8pcs, RMB360), Golden Dragon Gift Box (10pcs, RMB320), Prosperity Gift Box (10pcs, RMB260), Moonlight Gift Box (8pcs, RMB260), Fortune Palace Gift Box (9pcs, RMB260), Lotus Pond in Moonlight Gift Box (8pcs, RMB118), Mid-autumn Festive Gift Box (4pcs, RMB100). For more information or order, please contact us at (8610) 5815 9988-3104 /3240 /3171.

Samsung Piazza Barbecue at Holiday Inn Lido Beijing
Includes live music, free flowing beer and soft drinks. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 6PM-9PM (weather permitting). Adult: RMB158; Child: RMB98 (4-12 years old). All prices subject to 15% service charge. For reservations please call (8610) 6437 6688.

Hotel New Otani Chang Fu Gong August Delicacy
Peony Garden Chinese Restaurant - Newfangled delicacies bear the native taste of Southern China cuisine, RMB80 and up/per order. Special offer - Nutritious Dalian Abalone! RMB158 per person. Sakura Japanese Restaurant - 3 tempting eel dishes, offered especially for dinner RMB 120-160 per person. 2 kinds of special combination are priced RMB480 and RMB680 (Plus 15% service charge). Tel: (8610) 6512 5555; 5877 5555. For more info, please click here

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

China Numismatic Museum
Located on the middle road of the east Second Ring of Beijing, the China Numismatic Museum was established and opened in October 1993. The museum is formed by two parts, the embrasure watchtower of Deshengmen and the Zhenwu Temple and its major task is to collect and exhibit old coins. The coins showed here cover a wide range in shapes and materials. Each small coin has a deep cultural connotation and reflects the life and political changes in the contemporary society. Ticket: RMB10. Address: No.17, Xijiaominxiang, West City District TEL (8610) 6602 4178

Blue Zoo Beijing
Located in Beijing Worker's Stadium, Blue Zoo Beijing is a five-star seawater aquarium co-founded by China and New Zealand. Designed like a sailing boat, the aquarium covers a construction area of 7,800 square meters and has a 120-meter long acrylic undersea tunnel, which allows visitors to appreciate the undersea landscape at the view of a diver. There are 2,000 fish of 600 kinds from all over the world, along with more than 20 themed aquariums that display fresh-water fish from Amazon, sea horses and coral reefs. Tickets: RMB75 for adult, RMB50 for child. Address: the south gate of Beijing Worker's Stadium, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6591 3397


Book Your Airline Tickets Direct with ChinaTravelNow.com!
We have the lowest rates for online ticketing--guaranteed! Use our form below to find the best rates to and from China! Or visit us for China travel deals at www.chinatravelnow.com.
Departure City:
Depart:
Arrival City:
Return:
Note: This will only check international flights arriving in or departing from China!
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

Haonianhua International Beauty Clinic
With a more than ten year history, Haonianhua International Beauty Clinic is a medical beauty organization that focuses on both medical treatment and research. Our beauty clinic has advanced equipment, top domestic experts and experts who studied in Japan and South Korea. Our professional staff will help you to build your beauty and confidence. Address: Room A307, No.1 of Shuguang Xili, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 5822 1067

Kewen Yoga
Kewen Yoga has a special training program, which combines Indian yoga, ballet and traditional Chinese dance together. Through the practice of this training, you can improve your flexibility, compatibility and agility. In addition, it can realize the goals of decompression and physical and mental relaxation. At present, Kewen Yoga has many direct and franchise stores in Beijing and the number of our members has reached thousands. Address: Comprehensive building, Jindian Garden, No.9, Wenhuiyuan North Road, Haidian District TEL (8610) 6223 9967

Relocations

Beijing Hongcheng Relocation Company
Founded in 1997, Beijing Hongcheng Relocation Company is a professional relocation company. Under the support of the society and the efforts of our workers, we have developed from a small company to a professional one with a certain scale. Our company has young and professional staff who master the skills such as packing and dismounting and who insist the motto of "Customer first, service first." Address: Chuangye Park, Shangdi, Haidian District TEL (8610) 6296 7120

Beijing Qianxi Relocation Company
Staring business in 2000, Beijing Qianxi Relocation Company is one of the first relocation companies that are founded in Beijing. All of our workers are well trained. They have serious attitude, decent behavior and thoughtful service, which ensure the customers a safe and rapid relocation. Address: No.45, Yongding Road, Haidian District TEL (8610) 6387 4618

Property & Real Estate

Luxury Apartment for Short Lease During Olympics
Three bedrooms luxury apartment for rent during Olympics period. 177sqm, 32rd floor with nice view, 5 star hotel standard fitout with 1 big living room, 1 dining room and 2 bath rooms, only 2km from the Nestle stadium(Olympics main stadium). USD700 daily negotiable. Another three bedrooms apartment (located in Wangjing area, near the airport) also for short term lease during Olympics. E-mail to martinding-2007@hotmail.com, 139 108 14895.

Jobs

Check for new positions available at the Canadian Embassy!
Surf to http://www.xianzai.com.cn/canada

Development Director Wanted at Beijing City International School (BCIS)
Beijing City International School (BCIS) is an independent, co-educational day school offering an international curriculum (IB) from Nursery to Grade 12. With the rapid growth of the school, we are now looking for an experienced and competent Development Director to join our dynamic team. The Development Director is responsible for the whole school Admissions and Marketing. We encourage you to visit BCIS web: http://www.bcis.cn/staff/current_vacancy.html for further information for this position.

Exciting Career in an Mac/Apple Environment!
Western Academy of Beijing (WAB) an international IB school with 1500 foreign students and leading-edge Mac/Apple technology is seeking a Server & Client Manager who is experienced in managing Mac OS X Server/Client and has knowledge of Unix shell scripts, Apple script, PHP, Perl, Phython, HTML, Javascript, CSS, NetRestore, ASR, DeployStudio, etc. Visit <www.wab.edu> for the job description. Email your CV and cover letter to the HR Manager at <Lng@wab.edu> or call (8610) 8456 4155 Ext. 1062 for more information.

Full-time Math And Science Teacher Wanted
Dalian World Youth Academy is looking for a full time teacher to teach the upper level Math and Science subjects in the Pre-IB (10th grade) class. We are looking for a healthy, energetic native english speaker preferably with previous experience in teaching IB, MYP, A level or AP courses in foreign countries or international schools. Applicant must have a University degree and a minimum of three years experience in teaching. Those interested can email us at dalwya@gmail.com.

Services

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

Beijing Reach Translation Company
Founded in 1992, Beijing Reach Translation Company has offered translation and interpretation services to government branches, institutes, companies and foreign embassies in 25 languages. We have dozens of highly qualified translators and interpreters with professional and language knowledge to ensure the quality of our translation, together with senior translators to double check the translated contents. With our high-quality, efficient and reliable services, Beijing Reach Translation Company is looking forward to assisting you in your road of success. Address: Room 313, Huixin Office Building, No.6, Xiangjun Beili, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 5128 9305

Yiming Lawyer
Yiming Lawyer is a comprehensive and professional lawyer service organization. Founded in 2002, our company is formed by experienced lawyers and assistants. With the motto of faithful, professional and customer first, we provide services in various fields, covering civil actions, economic actions, administrative actions, criminal actions and non-litigation legal services. Address: Room 1105, Tower C, City One, No.48, Wangjing West Road, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6478 7188

Beijing Ping'an Housekeeping Service
Beijing Ping'an Housekeeping Service Co. Ltd., is a professional housekeeping agent. Our company purposed on offering highly-quality housekeepers for senior family and foreign family to work in high-level apartments and villas, doing cleaning, washing, ironing and tiding, cooking, shopping, baby-sitting, pets-feeding and floriculture etc. We offer Housekeeper professional trainings and upgrade their skills in professional cleaning, Chinese and Western food making and daily English using, so as to satisfy various requirements from different family. Address: Room 108, Building 18, Liulitun Beili, Chaoyang District TEL (8610) 6503 0583

Biz Exhibitions & Art Exibitions

Beijing 008 - Art Project Of Qin Yufen
Jointly organized by Aston Martin and Today Art Museum, the "Beijing 008 - Art Project Of Qin Yufen" will be presented at Today Art Museum. Moved overseas in the late 1980s and lived broad for a long time, Qin Yufen, the Chinese modern female artist will return to the view of Chinese audience.
August 7-9. Today Art Museum TEL (8610) 5876 0600 ext. 6035

Landscape Painting Joint Exhibition
Hosted by China National Academy of Painting and People's Fine Arts Publishing House, the Art Gallery of China National Academy of Painting will present you the traditional Chinese landscape paintings of six influential masters whose names are Long Rui, Chen Yupu, Zhang Fuxing, He Anjia, Cheng Dali and Cheng Zhenguo.
August 4-September 4. Art Gallery of China National Academy of Painting TEL (8610) 6841 1369

Adidas Visual Art Exhibition - Sport In Art
Invited by Adidas, 71 China and overseas artists, including Yue Minjun, Wang Guangyi and Zhong Biao, will together join the hot wave of the Olympic Games. With "human and sport" as its theme, this exhibition aims at expressing the spirit and passion of the Olympic Games by art. Art works showed in this exhibition include paintings, sculptures, photographs, image art, interactive art, devices and performance art. Door fee: RMB10.
July 26-August 26. Today Art Museum TEL (8610) 5876 0011

Martell Artists Of The Year
Four Martell artists will come to Today Art Museum with their unique art works to present you this art banquet. Door fee: RMB10.
July 26-August 29. Today Art Museum TEL (8610) 5876 0011

One World - International Printmaking Exhibition
Celebrating cultural diversity through traditional and contemporary printmaking. Twelve artists from China, Canada, Korea and America will link people with different nationalities, cultures and beliefs together. Free entry.
July 12-August 14. Amelie Art Gallery TEL (8610) 6530 7048

Art Exhibition: Unmoved
Focusing on social phenomenon from a special angle of view
, Galleria Continua presents you the Chinese and Western artists group exhibition. Artists will influence visitors with their works from different angles and by sensibility. The works also analyze the relationship between "moved" and "unmoved". Free entry.
July 12-August 12. Galleria Continua TEL (8610) 6436 1005

Wang Du: 2008/8002 Somnambulate Realism
July 5-August 24, Arario Beijing TEL (8610) 5202 3800

Praise: Wang Limin Solo Exhibition
June 8-September 5, Imagine Gallery TEL (8610) 6438 5747

Theater & Performances

The Opening Ceremony Of The 2008 Beijing Olympic Games
The long wait will be finally over and the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games will unveil its mysterious mask on August 8. If you are not the lucky ones who have the tickets and can watch the opening ceremony at the Bird's Nest, then watch the big event on TV. Apart from CCTV-1 and CCTV-5, nearly all provincial TV stations will broadcast the opening of this international event. Join us in the big sports event for all human beings at 8pm, August 8, 2008.

Concert Of The World Top Three Sopranos
Performed by Kiri Te Kanawa, Kathleen Battle and Angela Gheorghiu.
7:30pm, August 7. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705

Cincinnati Pops Orchestra China Tour
Conducted by Erich Kunzel, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra is one of the most active classical and pop music performing group. Founded in 1977, its unique style has gained it a reputation of the synonymous of pop symphony. Tickets selling for RMB180-1280.
7:30pm, August 9. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705

Ballet: Les Sylphides And Napoli By Royal Danish Ballet
The Royal Danish Ballet is one of the oldest ballet troupes in Europe. Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, it originates from 1748, when the Royal Danish Theatre was founded, and was finally organized in 1771 in response to the great popularity of French and Italian styles of dance. The troupe was founded with the opening of the Royal Danish Theatre, which has served as its home since that time. Tickets selling for RMB180-1080.
7:30pm, August 9-10. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705

Gather Under The Flag Of The Olympics - 2008 Beijing Singing King Concert
To welcome the upcoming 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, the National Centre for the Performing Arts will present you the big cultural event. World renowned singers, including Jose Carreras, Kiri Te Kanawa, and famous Chinese singers, including Dai Yuqiang, Liao Changyong, will bring you a first-class enjoyment of their own folk songs. Tickets selling for RMB480-3280.
7:30pm, August 4-5. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705

Chinese Action Musical Opera: Monkey King
This is one of the first Chinese rock musical opera. It tells a story about the will of god, the evil of devil and the strength of human and nature. This is a magical universal battle which also has practical meanings. Tickets selling for RMB150-850.
7:30pm, August 9-17. Beijing Exhibition Theatre TEL (8610) 6835 1383

Drama: I Love Peach Blossom
Tickets selling for RMB100-180.
7:30pm, August 2-17. Experimental Theatre of Beijing People's Art Theatre TEL (8610) 6525 0996

Weekly Calendar

Monday, August 4, 2008
*********************************

Gather Under The Flag Of The Olympics - 2008 Beijing Singing King Concert
7:30pm. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705

Schnitzel Day
Die Kochmuetzen replenishes your energy for the week ahead: we offer you All You Can Eat Schnitzels (escalopes). RMB60-78 various styles, from the famous Wiener Schnitzel to Gypsy Escalope and Escalope Italia.
Die Kochmuetzen TEL (8610) 5869 3830

Open Mic
Open Mic is not a band, but a chance for bands or artists who have never performed at 13 Club, so always expect some new faces each week. Free entry.
9pm. 13 Club TEL (8610) 8262 8077

Tuesday, August 5, 2008
*********************************

Gather Under The Flag Of The Olympics - 2008 Beijing Singing King Concert
7:30pm. National Centre for the Performing Arts TEL (8610) 6606 4705

White Rabbit Hip Hop Night
We have White Rabbit hip hop night DJs Shorty S, Laodu, MC Tangliang. Free entry from 9pm to 2am.
White Rabbit TEL (86) 1332 1123 678

VIP Night
Kandi Klub invites you to our popular VIP Night. This is a prefect venue to entertain, socialise and have a good time with friends or business partners. We will enhance your surroundings with the latest chart music and high quality service from our staff.
Kandi Klub TEL (8610) 6590 9999

Lady's Night @ Angel
A super high themed party where you can make every decision on your own. Free admission. 8:30pm till late. Angel Club TEL (8610) 6552 8888

Wednesday, August 6, 2008
*********************************

Color of Jazz
Join i-Ultra on a journey to the smoky lounges of New York City for a night of intimate jazz, champagne and cigars. The most unique live music venue in the city is altered into a warm and romantic showcase of the city's top live jazz performers.
9pm-2am. Block 8 TEL (8610) 6508 8585

Mini Skirt Party
Every Wednesday night belongs to all women! Everyone is welcome to join us to become the most shining dancing queen of the night. Dress code: mini skirt highly recommended. The Bank Lounge & Club TEL (8610) 6553 1998

Thursday, August 7, 2008