On this last weekend of the month, Beijing displays numerous exhibitions and very well-known artists. Do not miss the conference held this Friday by Huang Yongping, at Ullens new Contemporary Art Center, Dashanzi. 

Exhibitions

Group exhibition: Voyage
April 21st-28th. Collaboration between Paris VIII University and the Institute of Photography of Beijing, this exhibition will allow you to mentally travel between China and France.
Where: Gallery Inter Arte: Dashanzi art district, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区
Tel: 64.37.05.93

Not Vital
April 22nd-June 22nd. This Swiss artist has been nicknamed as « protagonist in the lives of different communities ». His sculptures in metal depict modernity and the problems it brings out.
Where: Gallery Urs Meile: 104 Caochangdi Village, Chaoyang District朝阳区草场地村104号
Tel: 64.33.33.93

CIGE (China International Gallery Exposition) 2008
April 25th-28th. Come appreciate the works of 33 emerging Chinese artists.
Where: China world-trade center : 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District阳区建国门外大街1号
Tel: 65.05.22.88

Conference: Huang Yongping
April 26th. This well-known avant-garde Chinese artist presents the evolution of his artistic technique. 
Time: 3:00pm
Where:  Ullens Contemporary Art Center: Dashanzi Art District, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District朝阳区酒仙桥路4号大山子艺术区 
Tel: 64.38.65.76

Marc Riboud
April 26th -June 10th. First exhibition in China by this French photographer, within the frame of the festival « Croisements » 2008. Marc Riboud is member of the prestigious agency Magnum since 1953. His photographs cover great part of his numerous trips to China between 1956 y 1990.
Where: Gallery Paris-Beijing: Dashanzi art district, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号798大山子艺术区
Tel: 84.59.92.63

Li Zhanyang
April 26th -August 24th.  Terracotta sculptures made in the 60's by a student from Sichuan, reflect the exploitation the peasant farmers experience from the landowners.
Where: Gallery Urs Meile: 104 Caochangdi Village, Chaoyang District朝阳区草场地村104号
Tel: 64.33.33.93

Movies

In Love We Trust
Whole April. This drama tells the story of a couple about to divorce and the hurting decisions they have to make regarding their handicap son.  Winner of the Silver Bear to the best script in Berlin.
Where: All movie Theaters around town.

The Forbidden Kingdom
From April 24th on. Adaptation of the well-known story Pilgrimage to the West, starring Jackie Chan as the monkey-king Sun Wu gong. This film enjoys already great success in the USA.
Where: All movies around town

On the Stage

Musical : Dae Jang Geum
April 25th-May 4th. Based on the true story of Jang Geum, who once was doctor at the service of the king of South Korea.  
Time: 7:30pm
Price: 120-880 RMB.
Where: Century Teatro: 21st Century Hotel, 40 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马桥路40号(21世纪饭店）
Tel: 64.62.84.70

Beijing Improvisation group
April 26th. This talented group organizes once again an amusing evening.
Time: 8:00pm
Price: 30 RMB
Where: Vivian Bar: NO.12 Chaowai street朝外大街12号
Information: http://www.beijingimprov.org/

Concerts

Buyi
April 25th. A regular in Beijing musical scene delights us once again with their folk music.
Time: 9:30pm
Price: Free, must consume at least 20 RMB.
Where: Jiangjinjiu: 2 Zhongku Hutong, Dongcheng District. 东城区钟库胡同2号 (鼓楼北门)
Tel: 84.05.01.24

RandomK(e), Arrows Made of Desire and Lonely China Day
April 25th. Tag Team label celebrates the launching of their productions, introducing some of their best musicians.
Time: 9:00pm
Where: 2 kolegas: 21 Liangmaqiao Lu, north of Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马桥路21号（燕莎桥往东1500米路北汽车电影院内）
Tel: 81.96.48.20

Wongfu, Queen Sea Big Shark and Casino Demon
April 25th. Wongfu, popular Taiwan rock group, visit the capital as part of their tour around China. Beijing based bands will warm up the crowds first.   
Time: 8:30pm
Price: 80-100 RMB
Where: The Star Live: 21 Liangmaqiao Lu, north of Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马桥路21号（燕莎桥往东1500米路北汽车电影院内）
Tel: 64.25.56.77

Kro's Nest Circus
April 26th. To many the best pizza place in the capital, Kro's Nest opens its terrace to hold a super outdoor concert. Organized in collaboration with D-22.
Time: 9:30pm
Price: Free
Where: Kro's Nest: Inside Workers' Stadium North Gate (next to VICS), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区工体北门内
Tel: 65.53.52.53

Nightlife

Indie and Hip-hop Night
April 25th. Indie Music on the ground floor, while DJ Frank Spenser mixes hip-hop upstairs.
Time: 10:00pm
Where: Obiwan: 4 Xihai Xiyan, Xicheng District. 西城区西海西沿4号
Tel: 66.17.32.31

Red Nights
April 25th. Wear red and dance to the tunes of jazz, funk, soul and blues.
Time: 10:00pm
Where: Q Bar: Top floor of Eastern Inn Hotel, 100m South of Beer Mania, Sanlitun Nanlu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区三里屯南路麦霓啤酒吧南100米

Shi II 
April 25th. Once again, Acupuncture organizes this party starring DJs Weng Weng, Pancake Lee, Terry Tu and Gao Hu. The night begins with techno.
Time: 11:00pm
Price: 50 RMB
Where: iSpace: Block 8, Apartment 8 Complex, Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区朝阳公园西路8号公馆
Tel: 65.08.85.85

Ultimate Beijing Techno Union
April 26th. DJs of S.O.S label: Shifter9, J.SCHWARZ and Lady Marula kiss goodbye this month of activities held by Beijing Techno Union.
Time: 11:00pm
Price: 50 RMB, free for the members of Beijing Techno Union.
Where: Club Camp: Block 8, Apartment 8 Complex, Chaoyang Gongyuan Xilu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区朝阳公园西路8号公馆
Tel: 65.52.49.45

Wine and Jazz Party
April 26th. Guitarists Nico and Dan play gypsy jazz.
Time: 9:00pm
Where: La Baie des Anges: 5 Nanguanfang Hutong, Houhai, Xicheng District. 西城区后海南官房胡同5号（胡同批萨南边）
Infos : 66.57.16.05

Section 6
April 26th. Monthly opportunity to enjoy hip-hop in Beijing, with DJs Wordy and Lo Mang.
Time: 9:00pm
where: Yugong Yishan: 2-3 Zhang Zizhong Road, Dongcheng District  东城区张自忠路2-3号段祺瑞执政府旧址西院
Tel: 64.04.27.11

Tech Booty Funk
April 26th. Funk ghetto and techno-house by a duo of DJs.
Time: 10:00pm
Price: 60 RMB.
Where: White Rabbit: 2-3 Zhang Zizhong Road (former government building Duan Qirui, East of Ping'an Dadao), Dongcheng District. 东城区张自忠路2-3号段祺瑞执政府旧址西院
Tel: 133.21.12.36.78

Food

Dramatic Gastronomy
Until the end of April. Chef Bernhard Lermann offers his interpretation of Shakespeare's classic through wine and food.
Where: Aria China World Hotel: 1 Jianguomenwai Dajie, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区建国门外大街1号
Tel: 65.05.22.66

Dragon Phoenix wine tasting course
April 26th. Learn or refresh your knowledge of the rules of wine tasting. Includes tips on how to combine wine and food.
Price: 1900 RMB (all included)
More details: 135.22.14.73.40, http://www.longfengwines.com/

Spring T. Tastings 2008
April 26th. The biggest tea event in Beijing, organized by Green T. House. Enjoy traditional Chinese music while trying China's best teas.
Time: 3:00pm-6:00pm
Information and reservations: (Emilie) info@green-t-house.com or 65.52.83.11

Sports and Leisure

Beijing Cricket Club
April 27th. The teams of Beijing and Shanghai compete against each other at a new-brand facility. Barbecue and drinks on site.   
Time: 10:30am
Where: Dulwich College Beijing: Beijing Riviera, 1 Xiangjiang Beilu, Jingshun Lu, Chaoyang District.朝阳区京顺路香江北路1号香江花园
Tel: 84.50.76.76
Web site: http://www.beijingcricketclub.com/