26 september 2014
weekly guide
concerts: side effect jam it! oktobertfest weekend @ gallery bar themed parties: forbidden-school disco superhero party film & art: wathann film festival contempory art dialogues european film festival back again: fab 20
editor’s note Hello MYANMOREans You’d be spoilt for choice these next 7 days. I’m having a hard time myself trying to figure out which events to pay more attention to. But hey, as they say, the more the merrier. From the usual weekly events to new ones, from monthly appearances to concerts, from film festivals to art discussions - don’t you just love it when it gets vibrant like this? I gotta say, this time last year was the first time that I partied in Yangon. I remembered it still - the Oktoberfest. I was introduced to a few people I’d never met before, and a few hours @ Gallery Bar later, I was hooked. Fast forward a few months, I made that move to Yangon. Happy to say that these kind souls, most have moved on elsewhere, have now become firm friends. I will never forget times like those - a new place, new adventures, new faces. A new beginning.
what’s on FRIDAY 26TH SEPT FORBIDDEN - SCHOOL DISCO @ CLUB 5 | NIGHTLIFE
Sing a-longs and latest dance tunes by resident DJ Blue & guest DJ, Rick. Dress Code - Think School! 15,000Ks/ pax includes 1 drink. Get ready, get naughty and get dressed.. Were going Back 2 School! ? Parkroyal Hotel – 33, Alan Pya Pagoda rd, Dagon Tsp | P FROM 8:00 PM Back to school! Pigtails, knee-high socks, short, short skirts. Reminds me of when we first saw Britney Spears in her first video eons ago.Potentially, I foresee a lot of childhood fantasies come alive here. Kinky!
TGIF @ THE WAREHOUSE MYANMAR | NIGHTLIFE
Keep calm and have some drinks! 3,000Ks/ glass of cocktail, mocktail or wine! It's time to relax after a busy week! Call - 01 245 709! ? 208, Bogyoke Aung San Rd, Botahtaung Tsp | P FROM 7:00 PM
THE MIRROR: REFLECTING SOCIETY @ TS.1 GALLERY | ART Curated by Myanmar artists and curator Moe Satt. The Mirror examines society through 5 artists who in turn investigate and portray those images through paint and canvas, light and paper, as well as photography. ? Between Lanthit Jetty and Kaing Dan Jetty No.1, Oo-Pa-Sa St, Seik Kan Tsp | P 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
INTERNATIONS MONTHLY NETWORKING | DINING
Meet friends and welcome newcomers. Enjoy the great InterNations atmosphere! Members - 16,000Ks, Non-Members -18,000Ks! For more details/ RSVP - www.internations.org. ? Belmond Governor’s Residence - 35, Taw Win Rd (Near American Center) | P FROM 7:00 PM
LATIN SPIRITS @ CLUB RIZZOLI | NIGHTLIFE
Come & dance the night away with latin dancer Gisbert and music by DJ Bay Tar. Enjoy Sangrias @ $5 per glass all night. ? Chatrium Hotel - 40, Natmauk Rd, Tamwe Tsp | P FROM 7:00 PM
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what’s on THE YANGON VIBE @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Resident DJ Mr Y is spinning for your pleasure: R&B, Hip Hop and party anthems to dance to and sing along with all night. The benchmark party of Yangon. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 10:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC @ 50TH STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Come and hear a new band and their great cover songs! ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 8:00 PM
FRIDAY 26TH - 28TH WATHANN FILM FESTIVAL @ THE YANGON GALLERY | ART
Here is a chance to see a lot of amazing short films (both international and local) made by independent filmmakers. See movie schedule @ MYANMORE.COM ? People Park, Ahlone Rd (Beside the entrance of My Garden Restaurant) | P 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM A line-up of engaging events for this festival, from the old to the new, the local and international ones, competitions master class and many more.
LUNCH SET MENU @ SHWE SA BWE RESTAURANT | DINING
Main course – Mussels “Marinieres style” with French fries. Roasted chicken breast, pumpkin mousse and sauteed spinach, brown sauce! 2 courses 12,000ks and 3 courses 15,000ks! RSVP - 01 66 19 83. ? 20, Malikha St, Mayangon Tsp (Close by American Club) | P 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
FRIDAY 26TH - 5TH OCT EUROPEAN FILM FESTIVAL | ART & ACTIVITY
The 23rd edition of the European Film Festival takes place in Yangon.10 movies from France, Switzerland, Germany, Ireland, Israel, Italy and Great Britain will be screened ? Nay Pyi Taw Cinema, 224/228, Sule Pagoda Rd (Opposite to Traders Hotel) | P 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM A great opportunity to watch 10 European movies ( with English subtitles of course!) See MYANMORE.com for detailed schedule.
SATURDAY 27TH SEPT SUPERHERO PARTY @ 50TH STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Superhero party with DJ Bay Tar! Come dressed up as your Favourite Superhero! Good music and lots of Superhero drinks! ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 8:00 PM Yeah, I’ll be there in my fav Sunday Superhero get-up: Bananas in Pajamas
FAB 20 @ VIP BAR | NIGHTLIFE
fab is on again! Organized by YG, a social business. Expect the usual end-of-the-month mayhem. Entry: 2,000ks. ? Inside Yangon Hotel, 8th mile Junction, Pyay Rd | P FROM 10:00 PM
SWINGING SALSA NIGHT @ UNION BAR & GRILL | NIGHTLIFE International DJ Ricardo from LATINO’S BANGKOK back by popular demand. Be sure not to miss a guaranteed world class session! Come early to beat the crowd and Slam back some Salsa Night Specials. ? 42 Strand Rd (Same building as Red Cross by Strand Road) | P FROM 9:00 PM
what’s on CONTEMPORARY DIALOGUES YANGON | ART & ACTIVITY
CURATOR & ARTIST in conversation: Iola Lenzi (independent curator, Singapore) and Vasan Sitthiket (artist, Thailand)! ? Pansodan Scene - 144 Pansodan, second floor ( across from the Ganesh Temple) | P FROM 5:00 PM
SHUT UP AND DANCE @ MOJO | NIGHTLIFE
Rick (South Africa) spins for your pleasure! Deep house and great disco to make you sweat all night… ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 10:00 PM
SATURDAY 27TH - 28TH OKTOBERFEST @ GALLERY BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Hoist a mug on Oktoberfest! Be part of one of the world’s greatest folk festivals and drink beer by the litre. Enjoy traditional Bavarian cuisine, dress up, dance and sing the hours away in traditional merriment! RSVP - 01 242828. ? Sule Shangri-La Hotel - 223 Sule Pagoda Rd (opposite Sakura Tower) | P FROM 3:00 PM
SUNDAY 28TH SEPT JAM IT! @ IFB | STAGE
Performing at Wathann Film Festival’s closing ceremony.Support independent music in Myanmar! Pre-order the JAM IT! album now and help them to promote Myanmar’s most exciting musicians. Free entrance. Just enjoy the live music! 340, Pyay Road, Sanchaung Tsp (Close by Hanthar Waddy Bus stop) | FROM 7:00 PM
M.I.B - AQUA BOMB | STAGE
M.I.B, one of the more popular K-Pop groups in Korea, will perform! For ticketing & details - 01 562610, 09 36050003! ? Kandawgyi Myaw Sin Island, Nat Mauk Rd (Inside Kandawgyi Park) | P FROM 6:30 PM Ahhh it’s just a matter of time before the Korean pretty boys reach our shores. K-pop fans, rejoice! Open air-concert, get ready to get all hot and sticky.
MONDAY 29TH SEPT MOBILE MONDAY | BUSINESS
It is an informal monthly event which enables mobile industry visionaries, developers, and influential individuals to share ideas and collaborate. ? Peperoni Pizzeria - (inside Union Business Center), Nat Mauk Rd, Bahan Tsp | P 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
QUIZ NIGHT @ 50 STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Free pitcher of beer for every round winning team! Competition intensifies every week. ? 9/13 50th st, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P 8:00 PM - ONWARDS
MONDAY 29TH SEPT - 2ND OCT ASEAN CULTURE FAIR | ACTIVITY
Join us the ASEAN Fair 2014! There will be various kinds of traditional cloth shops and traditional food stands. Live music and Fashion show will be performed too! Don’t miss! ? National Theatre - Myoma Kyaung St, Dagon Tsp | P 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM
what’s on TUESDAY 30TH SEPT JAPAN EDUCATION FAIR 2014 | EDUCATION
Organized by Embassy of Japan, in cooperation with Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) and Myanmar Association of Japan Alumni (MAJA)! Call for details - 01 549644~8. ? Sule Shangri-La Hotel - 223 Sule Pagoda Rd (opposite Sakura Tower) | P 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
WINE & CHEESE @ MOJO | DINING
The Cheese Platter is back! Enjoy 20% discount to our new selections. Then explore French wine for 12,000Ks - 3 wines and paired snacks. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 1ST OCT DANCE FOR LIFE PARTY @ VIP BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Let’s make the best night ever! Amazing beats by DJ Japan & DJ PY! Tix – 7,000Ks / pax & VIP – 60,000Ks for 5 people + freeflow cocktail! Call for details – 09 550 1595, 09 420 044 320 ? Yangon Hotel, 8th mile Junction, Pyay Rd | P FROM 6:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC @ 50TH STREET BAR | NIGHTLIFE
Come and hear their resident band doing great cover songs! ? 9/13 50th St, Botahtaung Tsp (off Merchant Rd) | P FROM 8:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 1ST - 4TH SHOWCASE MALAYSIA 2014 | BUSINESS
An exhibition of high quality products and services! Learn about Individual Business Meeting & Workshop, free consultation on doing business with Malaysia and Studying Opportunity in Malaysia! ? Tatmadaw Hall - U Wisara Rd (Next to Minder Ground), Dagon Tsp | P 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
THURSDAY 2ND OCT SIDE EFFECT @ MOJO | STAGE
Side Effect is the most energetic indie band in Myanmar. The band has cultivated an indie sound that combines their poetic Burmese lyrics with their musical roots of punk, and mixes them with elements of garage rock, power pop, and back-to- the-basics rock’n’roll. ? 135 Inya road, Bahan Tsp (Opposite Savoy Hotel) | P FROM 9:00 PM Side Effect on a Thursday night? The weekend just started early this week - wwoot!!
THURSDAY 2ND - 4TH MANUFACTURING MYANMAR 2014 | BUSINESS
Manufacturing Myanmar 2014 will be the first opportunity for local manufacturers and international suppliers to meet, build relationships and begin rebuilding a sector that will stand at the heart of one of the world’s largest economies. ? Myanmar Convention Center - Min Dhamma Rd (Close by Victoria Hospital) | P 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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gallery Latin Spirits @ Club Rizzoli, Chatrium hotel 19th september 2014 photos by the pictureman
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Salsa Party @ Club 5,PARKROYAL 20th september 2014
CHIVAS REGAL – WITH MATURITY COMES CHARACTER @ VINO DI ZANOTTI 17th september 2014
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MYANMORE RECOMMENDS: THE PURGE : ANARCHY The Purge: Anarchy is that rare beast – a sequel infinitely better than its predecessor. The story has echoes of George Romero’s classic zombie movies as a group of strangers band together on the streets of Los Angeles amidst the blood-curdling horrors of the Annual Purge. Young couple Shane (Zach Gilford) and Liz (Kiele Sanchez) are stranded after their car is damaged, mother Eva (Carmen Ejogo) and daughter Cali (Zoë Soul) are hounded out of their apartment, while lone wolf Leo (Frank Grillo) is determined to accomplish a personal mission. Together, they may have a chance of survival – but how far can they trust each other? The group dynamics are well played out, with Grillo excelling as the calm but mysterious Alpha Male who comes to the rescue with few words and plenty of well-directed bullets. The environment is rendered superbly, with a strong sense of paranoia pervading every space the characters inhabit. Well-timed moments of humour help to momentarily alleviate the gloom, but not for long. While the performances and script take events seriously and work wonders with selling the far-fetched premise to the audience, the movie’s style sadly detracts from any pretensions of realism. An abundance of slo-mo shots and generic jolts of non-diegetic music simply aren’t needed to reinforce the horrors of what we’re witnessing. An often horrifying look at a grim future, The Purge: Anarchy largely succeeds because it takes time to explore a society on a vastly wider canvas than its predecessor and give us characters whose fates we can care about. There’s still a huge amount of untapped potential in the premise though, which will require a lot of conviction and creative risk-taking in the franchise’s future instalments. Credit: Ben Rawson-Jones
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KITCHEN INSPIRATION
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VINO DI ZANOTTI BY DANIEL ALEXANDER ROCA WHAT IT IS: You might know this place by its more common nomenclature: “That place on University with the giant white glowing balls out front.” Vino de Zanotti offers patrons a classic Italian fine dining experience that we all crave for once in a while—prompt and comfortable service, timely and wholesome food, a casual and upscale evening. The food is delightfully uncomplicated. Flavors are built around a minimum of ingredients, allowing the dishes to speak for themselves. ATMOSPHERE: There is indoor and outdoor seating available, with the latter becoming more of an option as the rains begin to die down. Given the string of lovely weather this past week we opted for the outdoor deck, which was still covered just in case. Soft lighting and faint jazz float around between attentive servings of wine and cheese. Inside, the atmosphere seems more boisterous; the brighter lighting and tighter walls, each adorned with balanced additions of pop color and modern art, make the evening chatter livelier. RECOMMENDATION: It might surprise you that the first thing we were instructed to try was their Pizza “Zanotti.” Really Daniel? You ordered pizza at an Italian restaurant? How trite. This pizza is styled in the “traditional” Italian way— thin, soft with a crunchy outer crust, and gently layered with a minimal amount of ingredients. The “Zanotti” has a duo of mozzarella and mascarpone cheeses topped with Parma ham and cherry tomatoes—thinly sharp saltiness bedded by a tender layer of lingering sweetness. We also tried their Branzino (salt crusted Sea Bass infused with herbs), which was served on a bed of roasted potatoes with mushrooms and olives. The lightness of the fish played well against the punchier flavors around it. Sadly the fish was a little under cooked for my taste, but I still found it enjoyable. We ended the night with a trio of desserts—Tiramisu, Creme Puffs, and Pannacotta. Of the three, the Tiramisu stood out as the clear winner. Dark cherries at the base brought out a little more richness and breadth that I typically find in Tiramisu. PRICE Mains start at around $30 and go up from there. Pizza and Pastas are closer to $20
61 University Avenue Road, Bahan Tsp, Yangon. Ph: +95 1 525935
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ARTIST profile Aung Htoo Aung Htoo (born 1985) studied art in Yangon but soon struck out from the conventional images taught. Many of his paintings feature spilled paint, and play with transparency, borders between colours, the way paint flows. Another favourite subject is water, where he explores surface and depth.
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