5 Greater Bay Area shows and concerts in September 2025 to catch
1. Real Banksy: Banksy is NoWhere
A wide selection of works by street artist Banksy is being showcased in Shenzhen's Sea World Culture and Arts Centre.
The anonymous artist's provocative artworks – spanning graffiti, installations and prints – tackle global political and social issues with dark humour and satire.
Photo: SWCAC
There are signature works, archival objects and immersive galleries, including 34 originals certified by Pest Control, the artist's official authentication body.
Dates: Until November 16
Venue: Sea World Culture and Arts Centre, 1187 Wanghai Road, Nanshan district, Shenzhen
How to get there: Shenzhen Metro Line 2 to Sea World Station (Exit A)
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