Something for the weekend

All weekend

Nordox 2012 Photo Exhibition

Co-launched by the Three Shadows Photography Art Center and the 7th session of the Nordox Nordic Documentary Film Festival, this photo exhibition will show viewers photographs from nine news photographers from Northern Europe.

They bring photos that they risked their lives to take in countries such as Afghanistan, Egypt, Syria and Libya.

The images present remarkable moments of life in the middle of major conflicts.

When, where and how much: till October 30, 10 am - 6 pm, closed Mondays, Three Shadows Photography Art Center, free admission

Friday

Noise From The Future

Electronic music and rock band Pet Conspiracy will hit the stage and bring their latest album Noise From The Future to the audience.

Established at the end of 2007, Pet Conspiracy has become one of the most popular bands in China and has won prizes like MTV's Band of the Month in 2009.
Now you can experience the power of their live performance.

When, where and how much: 9 pm, Yugong Yishan, 100 yuan

The Crow

Wanna get in the mood for Halloween early? Then watch this 1994 cult American flick directed by Alex Proyas and starring Brandon Lee, based on a comic book of the same name by James O'Barr.

It is said that crows can raise people from the dead, and so the story begins. On October 30 rock singer Eric and his fiancé are hunted down and killed by a local gangster. One year later, a crow lands on Eric's headstone. Eric is brought back to life and wants revenge.

When, where and how much: 2:40 pm, No. 300 Caochangdi Art Zone, 12 yuan (afternoon tea included)

Saturday

Book talk

The author Mishra Rankaj will give a talk on his popular book From the Ruins of Empire: The Revolt Against the West and the Remaking of Asia. He explains the reason why he wrote the book and what kind of message he wants to tell the world. The audience is invited to ask questions.

When, where and how much: 5 pm - 7 pm, Capital M, 65 yuan (includes a drink)

Mike Polarny & Hory

Feel the power brought by Polish electro DJs Mike Polarny and Hory. The first has been to Germany, Japan and Spain and is good at deep house, nu disco, techno and electronica, and the second has won a place in clubs back home for his distinct style.

When, where and how much: 9 pm till late, Lantern, 50 yuan after midnight

Sunday

Beginner Spanish class

Hola! If you want to sound as sexy and sultry as a Spanish person, then you best learn some Spanish.

This newly launched Spanish course will teach you some basics of the language and the history of the country.

Give up staying at home and doing nothing and come here to fill your brain with a new language, just in time for winter when you might want to stay indoors.

When, where and how much: 2 pm - 5 pm, Culture Yard, 3,300 yuan for 10 weeks