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‘Color Painting’ exhibition

The "Color Painting" Asia First Exhibition showcases 51 selected artworks by three German artists: Raimer Jochims, Jerry Zeniuk, and Ingrid Floss. Drawing from German abstract art, the exhibition explores the perception of color flow and contemporary German art development.

Photos and images from the event organizers unless otherwise stated

Time: Until July 29

Ticketing: Official WeChat account “KennaXu画廊”

Venue: T2, Q-Plex, 4080 Qiaoxiang Road, Nanshan District (南山区侨香路4080号侨城坊T2 Kenna Xu画廊)

Metro: Line 2 to Qiaocheng North(侨城北站), Exit B

Award-winning prints

The award-winning prints of the Guanlan International Print Biennial (2007-2023) are on display until July 22.

Venue: China Printmaking Museum, Longhua District (中国版画博物馆)

Booking: Official WeChat account “GL_PRINTS”

Metro: Line 4 to Niuhu Station (牛湖站), Exit B

Ming splendor in prince relic exhibition

The “Special Exhibition on Cultural Relics of Ming Dynasty Imperial Clans From Hubei” at Shenzhen Museum showcases 250 relics sourced from 10 museums and cultural organizations in Central China’s Hubei Province, illuminating the historical and cultural significance of the Ming enfeoffment practices.

Dates: Through July 28

Booking: WeChat miniprogram “深圳博物馆”

Venue: Shenzhen Museum’s Ancient Art Division, Futian District (深圳博物馆古代艺术馆)

Metro: Line 9 to Hongling South Station (红岭南站), Exit A

Coastal City new store opens

The highly anticipated Wanfeng Coastal City, the second Coastal City following the popular shopping complex in Shenzhen’s Nanshan District, officially opened its doors in Shajing Subdistrict, Bao’an District. The 200,000-square-meter shopping center has attracted 300 brands, with more than 100 opening their first stores in Bao’an. 

Photo by Lin Jianping

Venue: Wanfeng Coastal City, Bao’an District (宝安区万丰海岸城)

Metro: Line 11 to Ma’anshan Station (马安山站), Exit C

Shenzhen Home Expo (Summer)

At the 31st Shenzhen Home Expo, visitors can browse a range of furniture, home appliances, and home designs to outfit a new residence or infuse fresh creativity into an existing abode.

Dates: July 19-21

Venue: Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center, Futian District (深圳会展中心)

Metro: Line 1 or 4 to Convention and Exhibition Center Station (会展中心站), Exit D

Adventure of percussion & impression of childhood

This weekend at the Shenzhen Concert Hall, audiences will be transported into a musical fairy tale. Saturday night features the masterly percussion interpretation by virtuoso Sun Jingchen, while Sunday night brings Benjamin Beck, principal violist of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, performing sonatas and ballads. Both concerts, themed around childhood, will evoke memories of innocence and joy.

Time: 8 p.m., July 20-21

Tickets: 80-280 yuan

Venue: Shenzhen Concert Hall, Futian District (深圳音乐厅)

Metro: Line 3 or 4 to Children's Palace Station (少年宫站), Exit D

Piano recital

Oskar Roman Jezior, a multi-talented artist skilled in both music performance and movie production, will present a piano solo that merges Oriental and Occidental stylistic elements with vitality and flair. Whether craving sensory delights or captivated by cultural fusion, this concert is a must-see.

Time: 8 p.m., July 19

Ticketing: WeChat miniprogram “深圳保利剧院”

Venue: Poly Theater, Nanshan District (南山区深圳保利剧院)

Metro: Line 2 to Houhai Station (后海站)，Exit E

String quartet

The NDR Elbphilharmonie String Quartet will enchant audiences with the timeless works of musical maestros like Puccini, Mendelssohn, and Piazzolla. With expert performance and flawless ensemble coordination, they will evoke profound emotions. An unexpected encore featuring tunes familiar to many Chinese will also grace this concert.

Time: 8 p.m.-9:30 p.m., July 20

Booking: WeChat miniprogram “光明文化艺术中心”

Venue: Guangming Culture and Art Center, Guangming District (光明区光明文化艺术中心)

Metro: Line 6 to Fenghuang Town Station (凤凰城站), Exit B

‘Totoro and His Friends’

The "Totoro and His Friends" Classic Anime Music Concert promises a unique and delightful experience for the audience. Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies and journey into a colorful 2D wonderland. Revisit the musical landscapes of classic anime films and join Totoro on a heartwarming adventure.

Time: 3 p.m., July 21

Ticketing: Official WeChat account “深圳万象天地”

Venue: Theater at the MixC World, Nanshan District (南山区万象天地剧场)

Metro: Line 1 to Hi-tech Park Station (高新园站), Exit A