MYANMORE : Weekly Guide to Yangon - 2nd November 2018

2 - 8 NOVEMBER 2018

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Celebrate Diwali: The Indian Festival of Lights

What’s On - november FRIDAY 2ND A Winter Night with The Four | Art & Stage Enjoy a cool wintery evening with an even cooler band. The Four band will take over the evening at the International Business Centre for one night only. For more information and for reservations please contact 09458884450. ? International Business Center (IBC) - Inya Lake Bank, Hlaing Tsp | P 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Voices for Wildlife Festival | Activities Come to Mahabandoola Park on 2 November for Voices for Wildlife, an art and music festival celebrating Myanmar’s wildlife and Yangon Region’s promise to protect it. Stars include Ni Ni Khin Zaw, Chuu Sitt Han, Naw Naw, Mark Jason, Kyaw Thiha, Mee No, Chan Chan and LEO. ? Mahabandula Park - In front of City Hall, Kyauktada Tsp | P 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Creative Platform #2: “Filling the gap(s)” by Lê Thuận Uyê | Art & Stage The Japan Foundation, Yangon and Myanm/Art are pleased to present second talk of “Creative Platform Series” by inviting Lê Thuận Uyên, young emerging researcher and curator from Hanoi, Vietnam. The title of the talk is “It’s (not) all about the space. Strategising spaces for the arts” and it will be followed by conversation among audience moderated by Aung Myat Htay. ? Myanm/art - 98, Third Floor, Bogalay Zay St, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Jazzy Wine Buffet | Nightlife Head to Yangon Excelsior for a Jazzy Wine Buffet on Friday night to unwind in the chic and sophisticated atmosphere of The Newsroom and kick off November in style. The cool and classy live jazz will be accompanied by free flow wine and a feast of delicious tapas and charcuterie. With limited tickets available, call 01 925 3861 – 3 to connect with The Newsroom to book before they’re all taken. ? Yangon Excelsior - 19/43, Bo Soon Pat St, Padeban Tsp | P 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Time Out Stadium Launching | Nightlife Big news for all football lovers out there! Time Out Sports Bar Stadium has reopened again with the finest decoration, atmosphere and deals.

Enjoy the best deal of Buy-1-Get-1-Free from 6om-8om. Call now @ 09251185975 to reserve your seat. ? Time Out Sport Bar - 459, Pyay Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

2ND TO 4TH International Tourism Expo, Myanmar - ITEM 2018 | Exhibition To get more development in the field of inbound and outbound tourism, Myanmar Tourism Federation (MTF) and Myanmar China Friendship Association (MCFA) will organize International Tourism Expo Myanmar ITEM 2018 in Yangon. ? Tatmadaw Exhibition Hall - U Wisara Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Myanmar Wood & Machtool 2018 | Exhibition Over 180 brands from eight countries and regions, the Myanmar Wood & Machtool 2018 is the largest trade show for numerous specific industrial sectors in Myanmar. As the largest manufacturing machinery equipment, materials and services exhibition in Myanmar, the show is bringing the latest technology and top notch solutions to the local industry. ? Yangon Convention Centre - 37, Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd, in the Inya Lake Hotel compound, Mayangone Tsp | P 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

What’s On - november SATURDAY 3RD Grand Opening of the Goethe-Library | Activities Celebrate the grand opening of the Goethe-Library. Cultural activities, interesting exhibitions, free trial language lessons, exciting games and a lucky draw with attractive prizes will be there to keep you entertained at the Goethe-Villa. ? Goethe-Institut Myanmar - Corner of Kabar Aye Pagoda Rd and Nat Mauk St, Bahan Tsp | P 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Yangon Zay, A Market Concept | Shopping Everyone’s favourite weekend hangout and market is back featuring drinks, food, music and kids activities, as well as market stalls selling household products and clothing. Vendors will close at 6om, and the Port Autonomy pop-up restaurant will continue on until at 8pm. Admission is 6,000Ks between 10am to 6pm, and 3,000Ks from 6pm to 8pm. ? The Tea Factory - No.2, Kanyeiktha St, Kabaraye Pagoda Rd, Mayangone Tsp | P 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sunset Beats Pool Party | Nightlife Not quite ready to end the Thadingyut holidays yet? Enjoy a beautiful day relaxing at Novotel, before enjoying the Sunset Beats Pool Party. Buy your ticket now at 09-251185976. ? Novotel Yangon Max - 459, Pyay Rd, Kamayut Tsp | P 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Burman Barbershop Grand Opening Party | Nightlife Bringing Burman patrons back to the roaring twenties, Burman Barbershop would like to show their appreciation for all of the support they have received over the past few months and cordially invite you to the Grand Opening Party of Burman Barbershop. They have also prepared exclusive privileges, prizes and a lucky draw for all. Stand a chance to win gift vouchers, free pomade and comb sets or a bottle of Jameson. ? Burman Barbershop - 90, Bogalay Zay St, Botahtaung Tsp | P 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Carlsberg Party Under the Stars | Nightlife The Penthouse is very excited to announce that Carlsberg preparing a special event at the rooftop bar. Have an unforgettable night with one of the best beers in the world. ? The Penthouse - 271-273, Bargayar St, Park side one building 8th floor, Sanchaung Tsp | P 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Rock & Roll Night with Kyi Tha Hein Live | Nightlife Saturday couldn’t get better than with live rock ‘n’ roll!. Come to Atlas and immerse yourself in music while Kyi Tha Hein & the Emergency Band play hit tunes throughout the evening. RSVP 09 767 419413. ? Atlas Rooftop Bar & Lounge - N0.84, Pan Hlaing Rd, Sanchaung Tsp | P 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Rizzoli Bollywood Dance Party | Nightlife Club Rizzoli presents a Bollywood Dance Party on the first Saturday of every month. Enjoy their club beats in Bollywood style by DJ Track Z and get whole night promotion drinks. For more information, please contact 01 544500. ? Club Rizzoli At Chatrium - 40, Natmauk Rd, Tamwe Tsp | P From 9:00 pm

What’s On - november Heineken presents Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano | Nightlife Heineken presents “Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano” for the Light Up The Night Vol. 39 at Fuse. As well as the headliners, the supporting artists include Biggy Wyne, HANE, Kitty and The Kendrick. For table reservations call 09440007788 or 09440007778. ? Fuse - 4th Floor, Myanmar Plaza, Bahan Tsp | P From 10:00 pm

SUNDAY 4TH Street Dance X Beatbox Vol:1 | Sports Witness the combination between two greatest hip hop elements; beatboxing and break dancing. Head to the YGN Session Point for a afternoon of good music and great vibes. ? YGN Session Point - Under Myay Ni Gone Flyover, in front of Dagon Centre 2, Sanchaung Tsp | P 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Origami Club | Activities For a morning of Japan culture, join the Origami Club which usually takes place twice a month at the Japane Culture House. If you want to participate please register at 09 45914 8405 or Messenger the Japan Culture House. ? Japan Culture House - Room 322B, 2nd Floor, Bldg-C, Pearl Condo, Kabaraye Pagoda Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Acoustic Night | Art & Stage Head to VIP Entertainment for an Acoustic Night by Thar Dee Lu and Phoe Phyae which is promised more than just a show, allowing the audience to sing along. For tickets please contact 09455554874. ? VIP Entertainment - No.44(B), Nat Mauk St, Bahan Tsp | P 6:00 pm

Sunday Latin Affair | Dining At the Sunday Latin Affair in the Rose Garden Hotel you can enjoy the beauty of Latin cuisine as well as the diversity that each nationality brings to the table. Along with the delicious food offerings, we also have Latin dancing and workshops by Jay and Nora. RSVP 0971371992. ? Rose Garden Hotel - 171, Upper Pansodan St, Mingalar Taung Nyunt Tsp | P 11:30 am - 4:00 pm

MONDAY 5TH Live Music by Guitar Legends Win U & Myu Htoi Awng | Nightlife Are you a fan of real music and keen to find a charming venue where you can hangout and listen to exciting guitar players whilst have a drink and snacks? If so, why not join The Envoy every Monday and this Wednesday when guitar legends Win Oo and Myu Htoi Awng will be live on their famous terrace. It could get busy so don’t forget to make a reservation at reservation@theenvoyyangon.com ? The Envoy Restaurant & Bar - No.108, Bo Aung Kyaw St, Lower Block, Botahtaung Tsp | P 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Wine & Cheese Upon A Time | Nightlife Every Monday Ô’Thentic will help you discover an exceptional world of wine and cheese. Ô’Thentic will bring you to France or Italy for this special event for which costs only 25,000Ks and lasts for 4 hours. Pair your wine with a cheese platter, including raclette cheese melted on potatoes or the authentic baked Camembert with toasted bread. RSVP 09 44952 9557. ? Ô’Thentic Crêperie & Wine Bar - No.45, Yaw Min Gyi St, Dagon Tsp | P 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

What’s On - november TUESDAY 6TH Myanmar Entrepreneurs Monthly Meetup | Business This is the monthly meetup of Myanmar Entrepreneurs Network Monthly Meetup (MMEN). For the November meetup, Daw Swezin Le, the founder of Stella Collections will be joining us. For first time members, MMEN is a platform for fellow entrepreneurs and investors to gather, share ideas on doing business in Myanmar, learn from each other on key areas or even possibly form a partnership. The events are held on the first Tuesday of every month. There is no entrance fee so bring your friends along for a night of good conversation and good food. ? Signature Fine Dining & the Garden Bistro - Corner of Kaba Aye Pagoda Rd & Kan Yeik Thar St, Bahan Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

WEDNESDAY 7TH 2018 Myanmar Car Of The Year Award Ceremony | Nightlife In this event, the Drive team will announce the awarded cars and celebrate all participants of Myanmar Car of The Year Award 2018 in style.

RSVP 09 771 059 756. ? Pullman Yangon Centrepoint - No.65, Corner Of Sule Pagoda Rd And Merchant St, Kyauktada Tsp | P 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

THURSDAY 8TH &PROUD Photo and Art | Art & Stage The exhibition will showcase a photography project on Yangon’s transgender community by photographer Grace Baey as well as the winners from the &Proud Photo competition. Artists Thynn Lei Nwe and Richie Htet will show their illustrations on the LGBT community. Both are young and emerging artists living and working in Yangon after studying art abroad in Singapore and London respectively. ? Myanm/art - 98, Third Floor, Bogalay Zay St, Botahtaung Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Philippine Chambers Networking Night | Business Following the success of the last networking event, PhilCham networking night is open to all chambers to connect with Filipino expatriates in Myanmar. This one of a kind event will convene both social and business interests from various individuals and institutions of all sizes, both national and international, in a one-night exchange that fosters social and economic development. Expatriate groups from various nationalities are welcomed to join as well. ? Strand Hotel - 92, Strand Rd, Kyauktada Tsp | P 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Mergui Archipelago Talk | Activities The southern Mergui archipelago is a region that’s still not caught up with the tourism boom of Myanmar. This is real frontier, with hundreds of isolated, islands set in thousands of miles of blue ocean. John Farrell will take you through an exploration of the islands, boats, and the small handful of resorts. He has been working in the archipelago for over 10 years, charting the islands, working with resort developments and guiding yachts around these waters. ? British Embassy Club - 46, Gyo Byu Rd, Dagon Tsp | P 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

DISCLAIMER Information as of 30th October 2018. The events’ times and dates may change without notice. For more updated Information, please check http://myanmore.com/yangon/events-calendar

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Celebrate Diwali: The Indian Festival of Lights Following on from the Thadingyut celebrations last weekend comes the Indian Festival of Lights, also known as Deepwali or Diwali. Happening on Wednesday November 7th, here is the MYANMORE guide to some of the best places to indulge in traditional Indian sweets, known as mithai, during the upcoming festival.  Corriander Leaf Mithaas Started by the Corriander Leaf Group, Mithaas means sweet in Hindi.

With a sweets chef from Kolkata, you can expect a wide variety of sweets at Mithaas. Freshly made everyday, their sandesh, coconut barfi and ras malai are simply drool worthy. Inform them in advance if you have any special orders.

Address: No. 12, Ahlone Road, Ahlone Township (Yangon International Hotel Compound.

Phone: 09969684512, 09778842262, 09254446989, 09255920265 Price Range: From 200Ks

 Vijay Indian Sweets & Snacks Vijay Sweets is a small shop tucked away from the hustle and bustle of downtown. It is managed by the man behind the name, Mr Vijay. He prepares each of the mithai at home before they are brought over to the shop. Vijay sweets carries the largest laddus you’ve ever seen and one bite is enough to get you hooked. Rest assured, you will be trying some of the freshest sweets available in Yangon.

Address: No. 19, 29th Street, Pabedan Tsp, Yangon, Phone: 01385701 Price Range: 400Ks – 1000Ks.

 Liberty Indian Sweets & Snacks A highly popular Indian sweet shop among the locals, if you are travelling along Anawrahta Street, you cannot miss the bright red signboard, calling out to you to come take a bite. Liberty Sweets also has another outlet located along 29th Street. If downtown is far for you, their sweets are even available at City Mart across Yangon.

Address: No.313 Corner of Anawrahta Street & Kon Zay Dan Street, Pabedan Township Phone: 01386590 Price Range: 400KS – 1000Ks

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Facing the Future: Preserving the Past After visiting family living in Myanmar, artist Julie-Ann Pedida fell in love with the country and decided to stay on permanently in 2015. While here, she began working on a collection of portraits of the people she has met during her travels in Myanmar. In addition to being the Head of Art at Dulwich College she has also stated working with YGN Walls to bring art to the streets of Yangon. Here, she discusses her art and her inspiration.

Since the first day I moved here, I have been amazed by the people I saw in markets, in downtown, on the streets and on my travels around Myanmar, there is such a variety of faces from the young to the old.

Emerging countries like Myanmar are moving fast, opening themselves to the world. This comes with a price; sometimes the country’s heritage, the culture and what makes them who they are can get lost in the process.

With my art I’m trying to keep the traditional idea of the people I see in Myanmar, but put my modern graphic twist to the images with bright pop art-styled colours. I’m trying to portray the happy vibrant feeling that this country and the people give.

I continue to develop and refine my style, but it’s always colourful and bold. I grew up by the seaside, first in the Philippines then in Phuket, so that is where I acquired my taste for bright and lively colours.

My source of inspiration is unlimited as it comes from my travels and who ever I come across in my everyday life. I have been to Ngwe Saung, Hpa

An, Bagan, Mandaly and Hsipaw where I did a 10-hour hike in the Shan mountains. I take photographs when I travel and I make sketches from those photographs. Then I digitalize my sketches on Photoshop and that’s where I play around with colours, concepts and patterns. I’m constantly experimenting.

I’ve created a series of Chin ladies as well as monks and girls with thanaka which I want to continue to build on. I draw a lot of girls; I just love all the details from the thanaka on their faces to the flowers in their hair. It’s an art in itself and part of the Myanmar’s heritage. I come from a small village in the Philippines and it gives me the feeling of home, I’ve always had a huge interest in tribes and people in small villages.

I have been testing out printing my art onto t-shirts, and in the future I want to exand to prints on tote bags, purses and notebooks. For now I have prints available for order in a variety of different sizes.

I joined YGN Walls a few weeks ago, after seeing their first mural on 35th Street. YGN Walls is an art collective, co-founded by Delphine De Lorme, that aims to make art more accessible in Yangon through working in collaboration with Doh Eain to develop street art. By creating art pieces on the walls of Yangon we wish to initiate an open-air gallery that will push people to discover the city through a new window, boost creativity and open-mindedness, and connect people through art. We have just started a new project on 41st Street Middle Block, where the YGN Walls workshop is based.

To see more from the collection or to inquire about print sales, please visit Instagram: @julieann.pedida.art

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Now showing in Yangon cinemas from 2nd to 8th November 2018.

RAMPANT Rampant is a 2018 South Korean historical action zombie film directed

by Kim Sung-hoon.The action story of a hero named Yi Chung who fights against “Night Demons” to save the Joseon nation.

Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Mingalar Cinema 2(Dagon Centre (II), Mingalar Sein Gay Har, Mingalar North Okkalapa, Nay Pyi Taw

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY Bohemian Rhapsody is a 2018 biographical film about the British rock band Queen, focusing on lead singer Freddie Mercury’s life and leading up to Queen’s Live Aid performance at Wembley Stadium in 1985.

Junction City, City Mall

SMALLFOOT Smallfoot is a 2018 American 3D computer-animated musical comedy adventure film.The plot follows a group of Yeti who come across a

human, with each species thinking the other was just a myth.

Nay Pyi Taw

HALLOWEEN Halloween is a 2018 American slasher film. It is the eleventh installment in the Halloween film series.

Junction City, Junction Square

WERETIGER WereTiger is a Burmese Supernatural Movie directed by Mg Myo Min with stars : Yan Aung, Thu Htoo San, Soe Myat Thuzar and Khun Sint Nay Chi. Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex, Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint), Mingalar Sein Gay Har, Mingalar North Okkalapa, Thamada Cinema, Thwin, Mingalar

LETTER TO PRESIDENT Letter to President is a Burmese Crime Movie directed by Wine with stars : A Lin Yaung, Chan Min Ye Htut, Phway Phway and May Su Maung.

Junction City, Junction Square, City Mall

Junction Maw Tin | 01 225 244 Junction City | 01 9253591, 01 9253592 Junction Square | 01 527 055 City Mall | 09 764802081 Mingalar Sanpya Cineplex | 09 260 887 035 — 36, 01 230 3 165 Mingalar Cineplex (Gamone Pwint) | 09 779 054 671 — 73 Mingalar Cinema 2(Dagon Centre (II) | 09 732 54 091 — 92 Mingalar Sein Gay Har | 09 402177771— 73 Nay Pyi Daw | 01 251 277, 01 251 288 Shae Saung Cinema | 01 252 113, 01 388 034 Thamada Cinema | 01 246 962, 01 246 963 Thwin | 01 372 594, 01 388 033 Mingalar | 01 243057

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emergency numbers POLICE STATION

AMBULANCE

199 / 01 549309

192

FIRE STATION

TOURIST SAFETY UNIT

191 / 01 252011 / 01 252022

01 642742 / 01 549209

TOURIST INFORMATION

YANGON GENERAL HOSPITAL

01 252859 / 01 378376

01 256112 / 01 265131

HOTLINE NUMBER 1876

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THIS WEEK’S PHOTO Artist: Aung Zaw. Image courtesy of Nawaday Tharlar Gallery. www.nawadaytharlar.com