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Ten Things to do in Rangoon This Week

Wei Yan Aung by Wei Yan Aung
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Japanese Film Festival | January 12-19

This annual Japanese film festival will be held for the first time in Burma, featuring dozens of horrors, dramas, romances, and animated films with Burmese subtitles.

Jan. 12-19, Nay Pyi Daw Cinema. Free admission. 

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Charity Concert | January 14

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Musicians from the Unites States, the Philippines, and Taiwan perform at this free orchestral concert.

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A Karate-Do competition and celebration of the sport, which has officially been added as an Olympic sport for the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.

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Supersonic | January 14

DJs from Japan and Burma along with local and foreign dance groups hit the stage at the musical event.

Jan. 14, 5 pm. The One Entertainment Park, Paw San Hmwe Street, Thuwana, Thingankyun Tsp. Tickets available for 20,000 kyats at 09-451010789 and 09-782097436.

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Dozens of artists perform to fundraise for Basic Education High School No. 6, Botahtaung (St. Paul School).

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Job opportunities in various positions are showcased along with talks on career development.

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‘Dual Image’ at NUAC | January 1-12

The 11th art exhibition at the National University of Arts and Culture (NUAC) will feature around 70 student works in various mediums.

Jan. 1-12. Ayerwon Art Gallery, No. 903 – 904, U Ba Kyi Street, 58 Ward, Dagon Seikkan Tsp. Tel: 09-45005 7167.

The Sniper | January 12-16

Artist Ngu Ein Htet Myet showcases 14 acrylics at her solo art exhibition.

Jan. 12-16. Ahla Thit Art Gallery, No. 17, University Avenue Road, Bahan Tsp. Tel: 09-31035920.

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