Beijing provides yet another lively weekend. For those who are interested in knowing more about the pollution situation, do not miss the Vance Wagner's conference on Saturday evening. On the other hand, if you prefer to escape from the capital's foul air, try out the Great Wall hike organized by Beijinghikers. And last but not least, have fun while helping the Earthquake victims at i-ultra's charity party.

Exhibitions

Liu Wentao
From July 13. This artist exploits new possibilities of space by drawing numerous lines and grids on big canvas.
Horaire : Tue-Sun: Noon-6pm
Lieu : White Space 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: 84.56.20.54

Cinema

Triplets of Belleville
July11-14. This French-Canadian animated movie relates the story of Champion, a kid raised by his grand mother who dreams of becoming a cyclist. One day, two strangers kidnap him during the Tour de France. His grand mother accompanied with her dog Bouboule, set out to rescue him.
When: 7 :30pm
Price : 20 RMB for adults, half price for students.
Where : French Cultural Centre: 16 Gongti Xilu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区工体西路16号
Tel : 65.53.26.27.

Greening the Beige: Animation shorts
July11. Those animation shorts are produced by the Beijing Film Acaademy. All the profits would go to Greening the Beige, a environment Foundation.
When : 8pm
Tarif : 50 RMB, 30 RMB for students
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

Greening the Beige : Road Rage
July 12. The screening of this Australian comedy would be shown after Vance Wagner's conference on the environment at 8pm.
When: 9 :30pm
Price: 50 RMB, 30 RMB for students
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

On the Stage

Opera: Aida
July 10-13. Cairo National Opera displays a new version of this Verdi's celebrated opera.
When : 7 :30pm
Price: 180-880 RMB
Where: NCPA : 2 Chang'an Jie, Xicheng District. 西城区西长安街2号
Tel: 66.55.00.00

Kataklo Atheletic Dance
July 11-12. Since they have started during the '98 World Cup, this Italian troupe gives performances which combine dance, gymnastics and different sport moves.
Horaire : 19h
Tarif : 20 RMB
Lieu : Peking University Hall : Dans l'enceinte de l'université de Pékin, 75 Haidian Lu, Haidian District. 海淀区海淀路75号北京大学内
Infos : 62.75.12.78.

Ballet: Raise the Red Lantern
July 11-13. Here's another chance to see this adaptation of Zhang Yimou's celebrated movie with lots of elements from Peking Opera. When: 7 :30pm
Price: 100-500 RMB
Where : Tianqiao Theatre : 30 Beiwei Lu, Xuanwu District. 宣武区北纬路30号
Tel : 83.15.63.00

Musical : Tang Concubines
July11-26. The story of two legendary women from the Tang Dynasty, Wu Zetian and Yang Guifei who managed to redefine the female gender during a very conservative time in China.
When : 7 :30pm
Price : 80-700 RMB
Where : Century Theatre : 21st Century Hotel, 40 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马桥路40号(21世纪饭店）
Tel : 64.68.33.11 ext 3126

Concerts

Red Hand Jazz Band
July 11. The 5 usual members of this band will be ready to provide you with the best of improvisation. They are probably some of the Beijing best jazz players.
Time: 10pm
Price: Free
Where: OT Lounge : 6 Ritan Lu, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区日坛路6号
Tel : 65.02.57.22.

Ziyo
July12. Helen Feng takes again the stage for a new performance, surrounded by her usual band crew.
When : 10pm
Price : 30 RMB
Where : 2 kolegas : 21 Liangmaqiao Lu, au nord de Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马桥路21号
Tel : 81.96.48.20

Longshendao
July11. Daoïst Reggae style performed by a dreadlocks Chinese playing Guzheng.
When: 9pm
Price: 50 RMB
Where: Mao Livehouse : 111 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. 东城区鼓楼东大街111号
Tel : 64.02.50.80

Da Che Lun
July 11. Come and enjoy this Rock singer from Mongolia. Free with 20RMB drink purchase.
When: 9 :30pm
Price : 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

Mr. Mojo
July 11. Come and enjoy some traditional Rock and Blues to re-live the crazy ‘60s nights.
When: 10pm
Price: Free
Where: Room 101 : 199 Andingmennei Dajie, Dongcheng District. 东城区安定门内大街199号
Tel : 64.02.75.32

Fire Balloon and Wang Wei
July 12. Here's another alternative to rock-blues for this weekend.
When: 10pm
Price : 30 RMB
Where: 2 kolegas : 21 Liangmaqiao Lu, au nord de Chaoyang Park, Chaoyang District (dans le cinéma en plein air). 朝阳区亮马桥路21号
Tel: 81.96.48.20

Snapline, Linga, Lucky Monkey, PB 33
July 12. Here's another venue to listen to the industrial dance-rock music from the Label Maybe Mars. Three talented bands open the night.
When : 9pm
Price: 40-50 RMB
Where : Mao Livehouse : 111 Gulou Dongdajie, Dongcheng District. 东城区鼓楼东大街111号
Tel : 64.02.50.80

Xanadu
July 12. This experimental Folk Band teases guitars, basses, drums and other instruments and wille be accompanied by multi ethnic musicians.
When : 9pm
Price: 30 RMB
Where: The Boat : 8 Liangmahe Nanlu (west of Sanlitun Beijie), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马河南路8号（三里屯北街西边）
Tel : 64.68.07.35

Night Life

Chicks on Decks
July 11. Girls take the control of the Decks tonight with only female DJs spinning some good Electro-Rock, Techno and House.
When: 10:30pm
Price: Free
Where: The Boat: 8 Liangmahe Nanlu (west of Sanlitun Beijie), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马河南路8号（三里屯北街西边）
Tel: 64.68.07.35

Acupuncture @ I-Ultra
11 juillet. The Label Acupuncture hits i-Untra again with his usual : DJ Weng Weng, Gao Hu, Pancake Lee and Terry Tu.
When : 11pm
Price: 50 RMB
Where : I-Ultra : 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

Black and White Party
July 11. The fashion victims and other jetsetters would be like a fish in a bowl at this white and black dressing party.
When: 8pm
Price: Free
Where: Sambal Urban : Shop 6, Phoenix Xintiandi, Shuguang Xili, Chaoyang District. 朝阳区曙光西里凤凰新天地6号商铺
Tel : 58.66.85.38

La Boum de Luxe Charity Club Night
July 12. This unique event will gather some international DJs; a fine way to close the China International Youth Art Week. All the proceeds would be given to help rebuilding the schools hit by the Sichuan earthquake.
When : 9pm
Price: 100 RMB in advance, 150RMB at the door.
Where : i-Ultra : 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

DJ Daniel Ma
July 12. Daniel Ma believes deep down that music has the power to make life better. Let's hope for the best!
When : 10:30pm
Price: Free
Where: The Boat : 8 Liangmahe Nanlu (west of Sanlitun Beijie), Chaoyang District. 朝阳区亮马河南路8号（三里屯北街西边）
Tel: 64.68.07.35

Sports and Leisure

Moyashike Great Wall overnight
July 12-13. What's better than a hike in the middle of the nature to escape from the Beijing suffocating air? This two days small getaway would take you to a little countryside guesthouse, just next to the Great Wall.
When: Depart from Beijing on July12 in the morning.
Price: 650 RMB, all included (transport, guide, food and drinks, accomodation)
For further details: http://www.beijinghikers.com/