Thangka exhibition @ National Museum of China
Jointly launched by the Ministry of Culture and the Tibet Autonomous Region's government, this thangka art exhibition opened at the National Museum of China on Monday.
About 100 of the elaborate silk paintings with embroidery, some from the Potala Palace in Lhasa, by 50 contemporary artists will be showcased.
When: 9 am-5 pm, until September 25
Where: National Museum of China, 16 Chang'an West Avenue, Dongcheng district
Admission: Free
Contact: 6511-6188 or info@chnmuseum.cn
Rock tribute night @ Yugong Yishan
A live show paying tribute to world-famous rock stars including Elvis Presley, Guns N' Roses, Bob Marley, Marilyn Manson and Nirvana will be staged at Yugong Yishan this Friday night. The concert will see Chinese bands Long Jin, Velvet Road, Not There, The Gray and Army of Jade Kirin breathe new life into classic rock anthems.
When: 8:30-11:30 pm, Friday, September 14
Where: Yugong Yishan, 3-2 Zhangzizhong Lu, Dongcheng district
Tickets: 50 yuan
Contact: 6404-2711
The Frantic Fevers @ Mao Livehouse
Shanghai-based Japanese punk rock band The Frantic Fevers hits Mao Livehouse as part of their national tour this Sunday night. Why Reason, Brother Tough, Bedstars, Dr. Liu and Human Centipede perform in support.
When: 9-11:30 pm, Sunday, September 16
Where: Mao Livehouse, 111 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng district
Tickets: 40 yuan
Contact: 6402-5080