What's on in Beijing (May 13-19)

A painting that's nothing more than a blank white canvas was sold at 100,000 euros ($110,000) in the play Art and prompted unexpected changes in the friendship of three middle class French men. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Classical play Art

French playwright Yasmina Reza's Tony award-winning comedy Art has been a worldwide hit in the past 20 years. As one of the most successful theatrical productions of the 21st century, it has made over $250 million at the global box office.

Learn more here.

If you go:

7.30-9 pm, May 11-13 / 2.30-4pm, May 14. Penghao Theater, 35 East Mianhua Hutong, Xicheng district. 400 610 3721/010-1010 3721

Ticket: 100 yuan ($15); 70 yuan($10) for students