Weekend Fun | Candlelight concert, exhibitions and more in SZ

Candlelight concert

This Sunday, the Unicorn Chamber Orchestra will stage a candlelight concert featuring love-themed film score from silver screen classics such as "La La Land," "Pride and Prejudice," "Titanic," "Call Me by Your Name," and "Twilight."

Photos from the event organizers unless otherwise stated

Time: 3 p.m., Feb. 16

Tickets: 100/180/280/380/480 yuan (discounts available)

Venue: Mahua Fun Age Hongshan Theater, Hongshan 6979, Longhua District (龙华区红山6979开心麻花红山剧场)

Metro: Line 4 or 6 to Hongshan Station (红山站), Exit A1

Japanese rock

Japanese rock band GOOD ON THE REEL will perform their hit songs at a live show in Futian. Established nearly 20 years ago, the band is sure to bring authentic J-pop vibes to the audience and provide an exciting experience for fans of the genre.

Time: 8 p.m., Feb. 15

Venue: BO LIVE, Futian District (福田区BO LIVE)

Metro: Line 9 to Xiasha Station (下沙站), Exit D

Chinese music concert

The Haishan Chinese Orchestra, comprised of talented young musicians, is dedicated to promoting traditional Chinese music by combining traditional Chinese music forms and contemporary music elements to create a unique music style. Their concert this Friday night will feature themes and scores from popular Chinese TV dramas and films. 

Time: 8 p.m., Feb. 14

Tickets: 120/280/380 yuan (discounts for two 280 and 380-yuan tickets available)

Venue: Theater at MixC World, Nanshan District (南山区深圳万象天地剧场)

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

Saxophone and bayan

Saxophonist Shi Xueqi and bayan player Li Churan will present a night of classic works by Astor Piazzolla, James P. Carrell and more.

Time: 8 p.m., Feb. 14

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

Glow Shenzhen

Glow Shenzhen 2024, a spectacular light festival, will run until this Sunday. The festival features 209 light and shadow works and installations across 76 sets that were crafted by artists from around the globe. With the theme of “Infinite Illumination,” the festival sets up its main venue at the UpperHills shopping mall (深业上城) and its adjacent parks — Bijia Hill Park (笔架山公园) and Lianhua Hill Park (莲花山公园) — in Futian District.

Photo by Lin Songtao

Artistic journey via Li Xiangqun

The exhibition “Li Xiangqun” marks the unveiling of the sculptor’s first exhibition named after himself. With a narrative divided into various sections, the showcase unveils Li’s artistic journey in contemporary sculpture, immersing the spectators in a multi-faceted, multi-tiered artistic realm.

Dates: Until Feb. 16

Venue: Nanshan Museum, Nanshan District (南山区南山博物馆)

Metro: Line 1 to Taoyuan Station (桃园站), Exit B

Guangdong pastry history at SZ Museum

An exhibition on the history of Guangdong pastry and baking techniques is being held at Shenzhen Museum, featuring pastry molds, historical photos, and intangible cultural heritage certificates, vividly illustrating Guangdong people’s dedication to inheritance, innovation, and artisan spirit in baking. These traditional Guangdong pastries, once commonly enjoyed during festive occasions, symbolize the region’s rich culture and lifestyle.

Photo by Lin Songtao

Dates: through Feb. 20

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

Cultural creative products 

The 5th Cultural and Creative Design Exhibition in Shenzhen showcases iconic works from five local designers and art groups, along with two cultural brands. This exhibition highlights the innovative spirit and creativity of the city.

Photo by Lin Songtao

Dates: Until Feb. 23

Venue: Shenzhen Art Museum, Longhua District (深圳美术馆新馆)

Metro: Line 4 or 6 to Hongshan Station (红山站), Exit A1

McDonald’s themed store

Until Feb. 18, citizens can immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere at the McDonald’s Guanghua restaurant, located on Dongmen Pedestrian Street, Luohu District, which has been transformed into a shadow puppetry-themed store. 

On the third floor of the store, a shadow puppet theater has been set up, complete with traditional shadow puppet props and fish lanterns. Customers can also engage in a pinball interactive game for a chance to win special gifts after purchasing any item from McDonald’s New Year Series. Those fortunate enough to win a shadow puppetry materials pack can enjoy the art of shadow puppetry on the store’s second floor.

Photo from official WeChat account "ShenzhenLOOK"