The first annual show for fine art graduates from the Chinese University's SCS diploma programme showcases work in mixed media, oils, acrylic and ink and installation art. Taking as their inspiration subjects as diverse as an artistic reaction to atypical pneumonia, feline friends and contemplative nudes. Fri, 2pm-8pm; Sat-Sun, 9am-8pm; HK Cultural Centre, Exhibition Gallery, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST. Sep 1, 2pm-10pm; Sep 2-6, Sep 8-11 and Sep 13, 9am-10pm. SCS Central Learning Centre, Unit A, 1/F, Bank of America Tower, 12 Harcourt Rd, Central. Inquiries: 3111 7222
Karl Schwarzenberg
Since 1986, the German artist has produced a series of 'number 1' paintings, which he says symbolise our desire to strive for success. Here Schwarzenberg exhibits 11 such pieces of mixed media on canvas. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm. Kwai Fung Hin Art Gallery, Shop 11, G/F, Aberdeen Marina Tower, 8 Shum Wan Rd. Inquiries: 2580 0058 or
www.kwaifunghin.com. Until Aug 30
Series Three: Runaway Tee
The design promotion organisation presents its third exhibition to show how the traditional T-shirt is designed from many perspectives. Thu-Fri, 6pm-8pm; Sat, 2pm-7pm. 3/F Win Hing House, 38 Wyndham St, Central. Inquiries: 2973 0231. Until Aug 30 P + P Exhibition All paintings are presented in panels. Participating artists include Yu Hanxi, Zhang Shaojie and Peng Weihang. Yu's The Fairy Banquet romantically depicts the birthday celebrations for the mother of God. Tue-Sat, 10.30am-7pm; Sun, noon-5pm. Gallery on Old Bailey, 17 Old Bailey St, Central. Inquiries 2869 7122 or
www.galleryonoldbailey.com. Until Aug 31
Topographica
George Raftopoulos, a second- generation Australian with Greek parents, has always been fascinated by Hellenic mythology. His paintings mix his visions and thoughts with his past and his upbringing in Australia. From Thu. Mon-Fri, noon-7pm; Sat-Sun, noon-6pm. Bark Modern Art, 1/F, 13-14 Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Inquiries: 2537 7271. Until Sep 1 Summer Exhibition Schoeni's annual summer exhibition rotates more than 200 oil paintings by neo-realists Wang Yidong and Zhu Yiyong, as well as postmodernists Chen Yu and Shui Mei. Tue-Sat, 10.30am-6.30pm. G/F, 21-31 Old Bailey St, Central, and G/F, 27 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2869 8802 or go to
www.schoeni.com.hk. Until Sep 8
Performing Arts
And Then ... Andy Wong Solo Dance Concert A graduate from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts and a Hong Kong Dance Awards winner, Wong performs six solo pieces choreographed by artists from all over the world. At 37, he may be considered old by dance purists, but he believes he has the mental and physical maturity the pieces demand. Aug 28-30, 8.15pm, Aug 30, 3.15pm. McAulay Studio, Hong Kong Arts Centre, Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. $99, $70 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2793 9957
Tra-P-Art
Taking its cue from Kafka's Metamorphosis, this looks at how people in love change themselves to fit their lovers' world. Aug 28-30, 8pm. On and On Theatre, Unit 7, Cattle Depot Artist Village, 63 Ma Tau Kok Rd, To Kwa Wan, Kowloon. $50 and $70. Inquiries: 2503 1630 or
[email protected]
Trans
Tai Kok Tsui Dragon Legend Theatre presents a drama examining the fine line between normality and mental illness as the story follows Masato, his doctor and his friend in a play about identity and reality. Aug 27-30, 8pm. Fringe Studio, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, South Block, Central. In Cantonese. $80, $60, $45. Inquiries: 2521 7251
Extra-curricular
Enchanted Beyond The Bottle The Philippe Charriol Foundation presents a free painting workshop hosted by Grace Wong. Pre-registration required. Sun, 2.30pm-4.30pm. Audi Showroom, G/F, 5 Wang Kee St, Kowloon. Inquiries: 2896 5939 or
[email protected]
Martini School
Learn the tricks of the trade with Drop's martini-making lessons. All you need do is get together five friends and you can have a 90-minute session behind the bar. Mon-Fri, 7pm-10pm. Drop, B/F, On Lok Mansion, 39-43 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2543 8856 or
[email protected]
Chinese Archery - An Unbroken Tradition?
Archery has a long and distinguished tradition in Chinese culture and this talk will look at its development over the thousands of years in which it has been practised, as well as what the future holds for the sport. The speaker, Stephen Selby, is honorary adviser to Beijing's Yan Huang Chinese Culture Research Association and the convenor of the Asian Traditional Archery Research Network. Aug 29, 6.15pm. Extension Activities Room, 8/F, City Hall High Block, Central. Free, no registration required. Inquiries: 2813 7500 or
www.royalasiaticsociety.org.hk
The Hong Kong Bach Choir
The choir is looking for members for the new season starting Sep 4. Auditions on Aug 31, room CP1, HK Convention Centre, 7/F at 7pm. Contact:
[email protected] for an appointment. For further information visit
www.bachchoir.org.hk
Film
The Power Of Emotion
Alexander Kluge's 1983 film takes a series of events and compresses them into a few seconds. The movie asks questions about human relationships and emotions. The film has an adult rating. In German with English subtitles. Hong Kong Film Archive Cinema. Aug 29, 7.30pm. HK Space Museum Lecture Hall. $40 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 9009 or go to
www.goethe.de/hongkong
Oceanmen: Extreme Dive
The latest Omnimax show is the story of deep-water diving heroes and their ambitions to plunge to ever greater depths. During Aug the admission ticket is coupled with a complimentary museum admission coupon. Wed-Mon, 1.30pm, 5pm and 8.30pm. The Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST. $24 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 0226 or
www.hk.space.museum. Until Jan 31, 2004
The Big Splash
The Australian Film Festival (Sep 4-14) kicks off with the premiere screening of Swimming Upstream, followed by a BBQ. Aug 30. Screening, 5.30pm. Shouson Theatre, Hong Kong Arts Centre, Wan Chai. BBQ, 7.30pm-11.30pm. Hong Kong Cricket Club, 137 Wong Nai Chung Gap Rd. $295, happy hour-priced drinks. Inquiries: 2585 4404
Urbtix: 2734 9009 Urbtix/CityLine credit card booking: 2111 5999 Fringe: 2521 7251 CityLine: 2317 6666 HK Ticketing: 3128 8288
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