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Early November Events: Check out the Chekhov, coins and Christmas beer
Ben Hamilton
October 28th, 2021
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Chekhov’s Dreamers
Nov 16-21, Tue-Sat 19:30, Sat-Sun 13:00; Salen, Biblioteket, Rentemestervej 76, Cph NV; 160kr, ctcircle.dk
Acclaimed director Kate Barker-Froyland presents her own adaptation of the works of Russian playwright Anton Chekhov. An all-female cast will bring to life five different stories featuring central characters yearning for a different reality whilst dealing with the difficulties of their current predicaments. Barker-Froyland, who hails from Brooklyn but recently married a Dane, is something of a big name, as in 2014 she directed ‘Song One’, a US film starring Anne Hathaway that she also wrote.
Irish Halloween Party
Oct 30, 19:00-late; Gravens Rand, Søndre Fasanvej 24, Frederiksberg
Enjoy live music from Charlie Waller, the lead singer of the Rumple Strips, at this recently opened Irish boozer in Frederiksberg, just down the road from Copenhagen Zoo. Come dressed to impress, in either Halloween or Mexican Day of The Dead garb, and you’re eligible for the two for one offer on margaritas, and free Zombie Brain shot with all beer purchases.
Wrestling night
Nov 6, 18:30, action starts 19:30; Bellahøj Hallerne, Bellahøjvej 1, Brønshøj; 200kr, event.it, at the door 250kr
Copenhagen Championship Wrestling are organising yet another of their fierce fight nights. Watch Hangman take on Carlos Zamora in the title fight, and Gabriel Faust hang tough with Hypeboy in the grudge match.
Sweet Burly Groove
Oct 29, 17:00-18:00; Rønnegade 1, Cph K; 120kr, sweetburlesque.dk
Enjoy another Sweet Burly Groove organised by Sweet Burlesque – a thrilling but creepy experience that involves dancing. Learn some spookylicious choreography from Miss Sarah.
Hubertus Hunt
Nov 7, 10:00; Dyrehaven 8, Klampenborg; free adm; hubertusjagt.dk
This highlight of the hunting season, which attracts 40,000 spectators and 160 riders, is held in the Deer Park at Klampenborg. It has become a tradition for families to enjoy picnics in the beautiful forest while enjoying the skilled horsemanship on display. Experience the excitement in the air as the riders come flying over the hedges and cope with the deep landings.
Copenhagen Coin Fair
Oct 31, 10:00-16:00; Scandic Hotel, Vester Søgade 9, Cph K; 75kr, cphcoinfair.dk
The coin fair is again welcoming participants from all over the world!
Copenhagen Book Forum
Nov 5-7, Fri 10:00-19:00, Sat & Sun 10:00-18:00; Bella Center, Center Boulevard 5, Cph S; 165kr, under-12s: 85kr, bellacentercopenhagen.dk
Meet local and international authors and publishers and enjoy an exciting programme of interviews, lectures, book signings, and new book releases. Carrie Elks is among the English-language headliners.
Julebryg Dag
Nov 5; various venues; carlsberggroup.com
Start the holiday season the Danish way by celebrating the release of Tuborg’s Christmas beer at 20:59 on the first Friday of November. Nobody should miss this night on the town drinking free beer and getting into the festive spirit.
Mystikkens Univers
Nov 5-7, Fri 12:00-18:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-18:00; Østerbrohuset, Århusgade 103, Cph Ø; 90kr
Enjoy post-Halloween eeriness at this exhibition dedicated to the mysteries of the world. Learn more about palmistry, hypnotics, witchcraft and tarot cards – along with the usual candidates: aliens and crop circles!
Globe Quiz
Nov 4 & 18, 19:15; The Globe, Nørregade 43, Cph K; 40kr
The winners get 1,000 kroner, runners-up 500, and there are plenty of spot prizes. Simply the best in town.
Kennedys Quiz
Nov 1, 19:30; Kennedys Bar, Gammel Kongevej 23, Cph V; 25kr, four per team
The winners get 800 kroner and there are plenty of spot prizes.
Make your opinion count
Nov 2, 17:00-20:00; University of Copenhagen, Festsalen, Frue Plads 4, Cph K; free adm
An informative evening organised by International House Copenhagen where you will learn everything you need to know about the forthcoming local and regional elections. You owe it to yourselves and the community to make an informed decision.
French Film Mondays
most Mondays until Dec 13, 19:00; Grand Teatret, Mikkel Bryggers Gade 8, Cph K
On Monday November 8, enjoy ‘Le Temps Retrouvé’, a 1999 remake of the French silent classic.
Stand-up Comedy Night
Nov 7; 17:00 & 20:00; No Stress Bar, Nørregade 26, Cph K; tickets 15-17 euros
Three comics, Tamer Kattan (US), Mike Rice (Ireland) and Victor Pãtrãşcan (Romania) take the stage for two English-language shows on one night.
Story Party: True dating stories
Nov 4 & 6, 11-13, 18-20 & 25-26, 20:30; Teater PLAY, 7 Strandlodsvej, Cph S; 180kr; contact team@storyparty.co
You are the star of this two-hour show. The audience are invited to write down their true dating stories and then the ‘best’ ones are shared.
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