By Yuzhou Hu

The 5 best events this week

Oct 11-21: STOMP

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Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP. This innovative and invigorating stage show blends dance, music and theatrical performance in one electrifying rhythm. This Broadway musical demonstrates that even the most ordinary objects can do extraordinary things when put in the right hands.

Oct 11-21, 3.30pm or 7.30pm; RMB280-780. ET Space. 433 Yan'an Dong Lu, by Yunnan Nan Lu 延安东路433号, 近云南南路.

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Oct 13: All Hands On Deck: Shanghai Sunrise Annual Benefit Fundraiser 2018

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The Shanghai Sunrise Annual Benefit Fundraiser brings the city's movers and shakers together to raise money for disadvantaged young people in our great city. This year, they want to bring education to 500 youth and grow their Student Support Program. Their 2018 affair will begin with free-flow sunset drinks and canapés followed by a four-course rooftop dinner overlooking the Huangpu River. Get ready to show your support during the evening's auction, which will feature some of Shanghai's hottest names.

Sat Oct 13, 4.30pm; RMB300 (drinks and canapé reception only, 4:30pm - 7:30pm) or RMB600 (drinks, canapé reception and dinner, 4.30pm until late). Kathleen's Waitan, 5/F, 453 Waima Lu, Building 1 外马路453号老码头1号库5楼.

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Oct 2-3 & 13-14: Shadow Play – Mulan

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While Disney's live-action film is still in production, you can learn about the legend of Mulan through this multimedia shadow play production first. Brought by Shanghai Puppet Theater, this new shadow play version of the beloved story includes stunning sets, sentimental music and fantasy elements that breathe fresh life into an age-old art form.

Oct 2-3 & 13, 10am or 2pm; Oct 14, 10am; RMB80-120. Ciro's Performing Arts Theater, 5F, Ciro's Plaza, 388 Nanjing Xi Lu 南京西路388号仙乐斯广场5层.

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Oct 13-14: U-Theatre: Sound of the Ocean

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Over the past two decades, Taiwan's U-Theatre has conceived a heart-thumping range of drum-inspired performances. Sound of Ocean follows that tradition and captures the movement of waves and currents through synchronized dancing, martial arts and drumming.

Oct 13-14, 7.30pm; RMB80-680. Shanghai Culture Square. 597 Fuxing Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Nan Lu 复兴中路597号, 近陕西南路.

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Till Oct 18: The Egg House

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NYC's The Egg House popup has arrived in Shanghai. Fans of the food-themed exhibit rejoice. Starting this week, you can see Ellis' journey continue as the egg moves away from its nest in 'The Big Apple,' to our doorstep. Enjoy this interactive foyer, kitchen, hallway, pool and garden like never before. This is no time to be 'yolking' around, so hurry on over!

10am-10pm; RMB58-198. Joy City Mall, 168 Xizang Bei Lu, by Haining Lu 西藏北路168号, 近海宁路.

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The 6 best upcoming events

Oct 20-21: Best of British Show 

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The 2018 Best of British exhibition will showcase all the finest things from the UK. This year's theme 'Power of the UK' celebrates Britain's lifestyle, fashion, innovation and excellence. This cultural showcase includes 300 brands boasting a range of products, experiences and adventures. Just like in the UK, you can sample traditional English tea and scones, enjoy a pint and some fish and chips at a traditional British pub, browse the latest UK fashion trends, listen to classical music and take in the beauty of British bespoke tailoring.

Oct 20-21, 10am-6pm; RMB 80 (presale)/RMB200 (door) for two days, one person; RMB150 (presale)/RMB300 (door) for two days, two people. Shanghai Exhibition Center, 1000 Yan'an Zhong Lu, by Shaanxi Lu 延安中路1000号, 近陕西路.

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Oct 26-28: The Australian Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty

Get tired of all the ballet performance of Swan Lake out there? Well, look no further than this production for a change. Presented by the Australian Ballet, one of the world's major international ballet companies, The Sleeping Beauty invites you into a world of romance, wonder and imperial grandeur. With Tchaikovsky's celebrated score plus gorgeous design from Gabriela Tylesova, this is a production you and your little ones cannot miss.

Fri Oct 26, 7.30pm; Sat Oct 27, 1.30pm or 7.30pm; Sun Oct 28, 1.30pm; RMB180-1080. Shanghai Grand Theatre, 300 Renmin Da Dao, by Huangpi Bei Lu 人民大道300号, 近黄陂北路. 

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Oct 27: Live Match: Women's Soccer Game Shanghai vs Henan

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From the guys who brought you Ronaldo, Star Coaching in conjunction with the Shanghai Football Association have arranged free tickets for families to see the Shanghai Women's Football Team. As winner of the national tournament last year, the Shanghai team is ready to stage an exciting home game against Henan.

Sat Oct 27, 3pm. Shanghai University (Baoshan Campus) East Gate, 99 Shangda Lu, by Nanchen Lu 上大路99号, 近南陈路. Reserve seats for free here.

Nov 6: Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Hooked

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It's time to pick out your hats, as Tuesday, November 6 sees Australia's most prestigious annual Thoroughbred horse race, the Melbourne Cup. Hooked is hosting a Melbourne Cup Seafood Luncheon, with RMB588 securing you a three-course seafood meal with free-flow Prosecco, Aperol Spritz, wine, beer, gin and tonics and vodka mixers. The big race will of course be shown on the big screen, and there will be sweepstakes and prizes for best dressed. Reserve your seat right here by scanning the QR code.

Tue Nov 6, 11am-3pm; RMB588 or RMB2,999 for a table of six. Hooked, Found 158, B/1, 158 Julu Lu, by Ruijin Yi Lu 巨鹿路158号地下5137，近瑞金一路.

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Nov 10-11: Acrobuffos: Air Play

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Presented by Acrobuffs Theater, this circus-style show tells a story of two siblings’ adventure in a surreal world of air, with a wonderful display of flying umbrellas, giant balloons and floating fabrics. Merging circus and street theatre, this visually stunning performance will take you to an enchanted world where you will forget about real-life for a while. Head down to the 1862 Theatre and enjoy this aerial spectacle that will enthrall the young and young at heart.

Sat Nov 10, 10.30am or 7.30pm; Sun Nov 11, 10.30am; RMB180-580. 1862 Theatre. 1777 Binjiang Dadao 滨江大道1777号.

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Dec 22: Maksim & His Band Crossover Piano Concert Tour Shanghai

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Renowned for his combination of classical music and electro-acoustic elements, the Croatian born pianist Maksim Mrvica is coming to Shanghai this December. By breaking down the boundaries between music genres, Maksim and his music have captured the heart of a diverse audience. Over the years, he has played at various venues and events, including Roundhouse in London, Suntory Hall in Tokyo, and Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

Sat Dec 22, 7.30pm; RMB280-1280. Mercedes-Benz Arena. 1200 Shibo Da Dao, by Yaohua Lu 世博大道1200号, 近耀华路.

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