Congress Social Program

Congress Social Program

The following social events will be organized during the Congress. SE-1: Welcome Reception SE-2: Peking Opera SE-3: Acrobatic Show SE-4: Exhibitors' Reception SE-5: Beijing Night Show SE-6: Laoshe Tea House SE-7: Gala Dinner SE-1: Welcome Reception All participants, accompanying persons and exhibitors will be invited to the Welcome Reception. It is a great chance to see old friends and make new friends from all over the world.
Date:	Thursday, 3 July 2008
Time:	19:00-21:00
Venue:	Central Garden of Asian Games Village

SE-2: Peking Opera

Peking Opera has entertained Beijingers for over 200 years with its elaborate costumes, dulcet arias, dazzling martial arts and musical dialogues. They are usually based on folk tales, famous novels and fairy tales. The theater has a subtitle message board in English and Chinese.
Date:	Friday, 4 July 2008
	Tuesday, 8 July 2008
Time:	18:00-18:15 Gather at the gate of BICC 18:20 Depart from BICC to Li Yuan Theater (meal box to be provided) 19:30-20:40 Enjoy Peking Opera
Cost:	RMB 360

SE-3: Acrobatic Show

The Chinese Acrobatic Troupes have traveled to many countries and amazed audiences everywhere. To watch Chinese acrobatics is an experience at once fanciful and inspirational.
Date:	Sunday, 6 July 2008
	Wednesday, 9 July 2008
Time:	17:40-17:55 Gather at the gate of BICC 18:00 Depart from BICC to Tian Di Theater (meal box to be provided) 19:15-20:15 Enjoy Acrobatic Show
Cost:	RMB 240

SE-4: Exhibitors' Reception

The Exhibitors are pleased to invite all participants and accompanying persons to a reception in the Exhibition area.
Date:	Monday, 7 July 2008
Time:	18:30-20:00
Venue:	Level 1 and 2 of BICC

SE-5: Beijing Night Show

Beijing Night Show is the first of its kind to offer visitors to Beijing a rare opportunity to enjoy classical Chinese art performances and traditional Chinese cuisine. The show features a wide range of Chinese artistic performances, from traditional art and music to dancing, opera, acrobatics and traditional costume shows. There are also performances that illustrate the customs of China's many ethnic minorities.

Date:	Saturday, 5 July 2008
	Wednesday, 9 July 2008
Time:	17:40-17:55 Gather at the gate of BICC 18:00 Depart from BICC to Beijing Night Show Theater 19:00-21:20 Enjoy Chinese art performances and dinner
Cost:	RMB 750

SE-6: Laoshe Tea House

Located just opposite to the Tian'anmen Square, Laoshe Tea House was founded in 1988, named after renowned artist Mr Laoshe. It offers a Beijing-style antiqued atmosphere where the audience watches drama and musical performances while enjoying tea and snacks. Performances include unique traditional music recitals, folk dancing, acrobatics and opera spectaculars.

Date:	Saturday, 5 July 2008
	Tuesday, 8 July 2008
Time:	17:40-17:55 Gather at the gate of BICC 18:00 Depart from BICC to Laoshe Tea House 19:00-21:20 Enjoy Chinese drama and musical performances and dinner
Cost:	RMB 330

SE-7: Gala Dinner

Date:	Thursday, 10 July 2008
Time:	17:30-18:00 Gather at the gate of BICC and depart to Jiuha Spa & Resort 19:30-23:00 Enjoy Chinese cuisine and culture art performances
Venue:	Jiuha Spa & Resort
Cost:	RMB 800 (including entrance ticket of Jiuha Spa & Resort)