The National Little Birch Tree Dance Troupe of Russia @ National Centre for the Performing Arts

Many Chinese people born in 1950s and 60s have strong memories of Russian traditions in music and dance. Reigniting those nostalgic thoughts are the lithe and beautiful women of the National Little Birch Tree Dance Troupe who float gracefully about the stage in traditional long, flowing cardinal-red gowns. Budding birch branches - the beloved tree of Russia - in hand, the dainty dancers are a welcome sign of spring's approaching arrival.

When: 7:30 pm, Tuesday to February 8

Where: No.2 West Chang'an Avenue, Xicheng district

Tickets: 280 to 1,080 yuan

Contact: 6655-0000

Bob Marley Day 2013 @ Yugong Yishan

International band One Drop will spark up the night in memory of reggae legend Bob Marley. Soak up some reggae jams and all its permutations, including ska, roots and dancehall. 

When: 9 pm, February 6

Where: No.3-2 Zhangzizhong Lu, Dongcheng district

Tickets: 50 yuan (advance); 80 yuan (door)

Contact: 6404-2711

Spring Festival Concert @ Beijing Concert Hall

Conductor Fan Tao will lead Accent Orchestra in a concert to celebrate Spring Festival. On the setlist are dozens of popular songs from home and abroad, including the theme song from the popular Chinese TV drama In the Passionate Days.

When: 7:30 pm, February 8

Where: No.1 Beixinhua Jie, Xicheng district

Tickets: 80 to 880 yuan

Contact: 6605-7006