Here's a roundup of all the events and activities happening around Mumbai that you can be a part of this week
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Trick and treat
Attend a magic show that features illusionist and magician Manas Tayal, who combines humour and sleight of hand to entertain.
TIME: 9.30 pm onwards
AT: CLAP, opposite Infinity Mall Malad (W).
LOG ON TO: bookmyshow.com
ENTRY: Rs 200
Monday
Open for laughs
Watch budding comedians take the stage and try out new material at an open mic night, aided by seasoned comic Mikhail Almeida. It is your chance to create the city's latest comedy star.
TIME: 9 pm onwards
AT: Canvas Laugh Club, third floor, Palladium, Lower Parel.
CALL: 9004603115
ENTRY: Rs 200 onwards
Ladies special
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TIME: 8 pm onwards
AT: Theâu00c2u0080u00c2u0088Cuckoo Club, 5AA Pali Hill, Mac Ronells Compound, Bandra (W).
CALL: 9619962969
ENTRY: Rs 249
Happiness quest
Catch the play, Selfie Marathi, which revolves around a marketing profess-ional, professor, nurse, housewife and an actress. They start opening up to each other when their paths cross.
TIME: 4 pm
AT: Yashwant Natya Mandir, Matunga Road (W).
CALL: 9833737636
ENTRY: Rs 200 onwards
Tuesday
Canvas chronicles
Attend Abhivyakti, the latest exhibition by artist, and art director for TV serials, Sumit Mishra. His specialisation lies in mixed media on canvas.
TIME: 11 am to 7 pm
AT: Jehangir Art Gallery, 161-B, MG Road, Kala Ghoda.
CALL: 9820198874
Kiddie special
Every Tuesday, take your child (10 years or younger) along for a meal where they get to dine free. They can choose from a kid-friendly menu comprising a delicious spread of South East Asian cuisine, from Burmese Khow Suey to Indonesian Bird Eye Chili Prawns.
TIME: 12 noon to 3.30 pm, 7 pm to 1.30 am
AT: Nom Nom, Shop No 3, ground floor, Andheri (W).
CALL: 26057766
Barber act
What happens when a barber is forced to become a doctor and starts behaving like one? Find out more by attending the play, Essay PPL's Beta Ishq Karo, directed by Salim Arif, and starring Zoa Morani and Anil Mange.
TIME: 9 pm
AT: Prithvi Theatre, 20, Janki Kutir, Juhu.
LOG ON TO: bookmyshow.com
COST: Rs 175 onwards
Sweet symphony
Lend your ears to the symphonies of the world renowned Kodalyâu00c2u0080u00c2u0088Quartet, who will present a set for young audiences and families, with resident conductor, Evgeny Bushkov. The performance will encourage children to sing along, answer the conductor's questions, and sometimes even dancing too.
TIME: 7 pm onwards
AT: Experimental Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point.
CALL: 66223737
COST: Rs 500 onwards
Jazz tunes
Catch a Jazz act, Jazztronaut, featuring Aditi Ramesh (vocals), Mohit Rao (guitar), Keenan Thomas (bass) and Ishan Jadwani (drums). Ramesh (in pic) is a vocalist inspired by Blues, Jazz and Carnatic music.
TIME: 8.30 pm
AT: The Little Door, opposite Citi Mall, Andheri (W).
CALL: 39659462
Wednesday
Cocktail high
Try out a new cocktail menu comprising Mumbai Local (tequila and carrot juice), served with chatpata treats on the side and The Evening Job, a delicate tall glass of gin and sparkling wine, homemade apple and rose syrup.
TIME: 9 am to 12 am
AT: Terttulia, ground floor, Hotel Parkway,âu00c2u0080u00c2u0088Prabhadevi.
CALL: 24468833
Baking 101
Enroll your little ones for a baking workshop, taught by Le Cordon Bleu trained chef, Anurita Ghoshal. The two day class will teach them bake cookies and cupcakes, and give them the chance to learn about kitchen hygiene, kitchen safety and baking terminology.
TIME: 4 pm
AT: Eighth Studio, second floor, Rosy Red, Khar (W).
LOG ON TO: insider.in
ENTRY: Rs 2,750 (per kid)
String theory
Catch composer, singer/songwriter and a finger-style guitarist, Mananâu00c2u0080u00c2u0088Gupta, work his magic, live. He has performed at The NAMM Show (Los Angeles) and the Zihuatanejo International Guitar festival (Mexico).
TIME: 9.30 pm onwards
AT: antiSOCIAL, Rohanâu00c2u0080u00c2u0088Plaza, 5thâu00c2u0080u00c2u0088Road,âu00c2u0080u00c2u0088Khar (W).
CALL: 65226324
Thursday
Eid feast
Relish Iftar and Ghabga inspired dishes on the occasion of Eid. Start off with Murgh or Tamatar Dhaniya Ka Shorba; move on to Ammi Ka Gosht Salan, Gosht Ka Khichada; and end your feats with Mumbai Ka Malpua and Parde mein Khubaani.
TIME: 12 pm onwards
AT: Neel outlets at Powai and Mahalaxmi.
CALL: 49455555
COST: Rs 1,500 (non-veg), Rs 1,350 (veg)
Coffee break
Laugh away over a cup of coffee with stand-up comedian Azeem Banatwalla. He will have you in splits with one liners and witty jokes.
TIME: 7 pm to 8 pm
AT: Starbucks, Horniman Circle, Fort.
CALL: 60226044