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Liana Cafolla

Exhibitions

A Time For Reflection

Liu Changwen hails from Chongqing and has exhibited internationally. His oil portraits capture the fervour of youthful exuberance and provide a deeper look into the emotions of the time. Mon-Sat, 10am-7pm; Sun, noon-5pm. Galerie du Monde, 328 Pacific Place, 88 Queensway. Inquiries: 2525 0529, or www.galeriedumonde.com. Ends tomorrow

Watchdog

Watchdog, a bilingual pre-school for physical and mentally challenged children, hosts its second charity event, with 25 artists exhibiting about 300 pieces of art for sale.  Mon,  6pm-9pm. Aberdeen Marina Club, 8 Shum Wan Rd, Aberdeen. Inquiries: 2555 8321

Shades Of Asia

Works by prominent artists from Burma, India, Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam, featuring the monastic works of  Myanmese artist Aung Kway Htet. HK Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Rd, Central. Daily, 10am-9pm. Inquiries: 2537 7322 or www.hfineart.com. Ends Nov 10

Keeping Cool XI

The 11th year of the gallery's summer show offers Nguyen Trung's tranquil paintings and nudes, Pham Luan's lotus pond landscapes, and a selection of the late Buu Chi's nude drawings and oil paintings, in memory of his contribution to Vietnamese art. Mon-Sat, 10.30am-6.30pm. Galerie La Vong, 13/F, 1 Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Inquiries: 2869 6863 Until Nov 11

30 Years Of Photography  In Hong Kong

Bob Davis has been documenting Hong Kong with his camera since his arrival in the early 1970s. Most of his work is in black and white and captures social and environmental images of urban and rural areas. Mon-Sat, noon-10pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 7251. Ends Nov 12

Keeping Traditions

An exhibition of  more than 70 photographs by award-winning photographer Richard Yee. His work covers people to places and nature to cities on gelatin silver prints, the most sophisticated process for black and white photography. In aid of the AIA Foundation benefitting Hong Kong charities. Daily, 11am-6pm. Hong Kong Cultural Centre, 4/F Exhibition Gallery, TST. Inquiries: 2895 8878. Ends Nov 12

High Comics

Local young talents Tsang Kin-wah and Wong Tin-yan grew up in the 1970s. Their work shows their love of comic strips which they have blended into their print and wood craft exhibition. 1/F, Devon House, Taikoo Place, 979 King's Rd, Island East. Daily, 9am-7pm. Inquiries: 2844 5094. Ends Nov 15

Performing Arts

Jiangnan String And  Wind Music Concert

String and wind music maestros, the Tang family from Shanghai play a programme of Jiangnan string and wind music in their Hong Kong debut. Today,  8pm. Auditorium, Tsuen Wan Town Hall. $90-$150 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

A Night With The  Hebei Bangzi Opera

Considered a gem among Chinese operatic styles, the Hebei Bangzi opera is sung with passion and in a high register. The expressive nature of this traditional Chinese operatic style is particularly suitable for tragic stories. Part of the Legends Of China Festival. Today,  7.30pm.  HK City Hall Concert Hall, Central. $100-$220 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2370 1044 or www.legendsofchina.gov.hk

The Enigma Of Desire -  Dali Vs Gala

Dance performance inspired by the life and work of the artist Salvador Dali. Today, 7pm and 9.30pm. Fringe Club Studio, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central. $150. Inquiries: 2726 9091

Mozart Whiz Kids

The HK Philharmonic Orchestra presents prize-winning 12-year-old pianist, Rachel Cheung. She will play Mozart's Piano Concerto No 20 in D Minor, which he composed in a single day. Conducted by Samuel Wong. Today,   8pm, Jockey Club Auditorium, HK Polytechnic University. $60-$160 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2312 6103 or www.hkpo.com

20th HK Annual Folk Festival

Live music from Hong Kong and overseas.  Festival highlights include the Kathryn Tickell Band, Bernard Carney, Derek Brimstone, Major Mustard, and local musicians Los Tabernacos, Pete and Iris Benzie and Bill Telfer.  Today and tomorrow. $50-$150.  For bookings and programme information: 9770 4742 or www.hkafterdark.com/folk-festival.htm

Way To Go Will!

A drama that explores the relationships between parents and children using Shakespeare's plays as a medium. An intimate production of family feuds and generation gaps. Nov 12 and 14, 7.30pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central. $40, $50. Inquiries: 2521 7251 or www.hkfringeclub.com

Extra-curricular

Alliance Francaise Fun Fair

The non-profit association established to promote French language and culture celebrates its 50th anniversary in Hong Kong. Food, games, writing and drawing competitions, a brass band, outdoor cinema and dancing. Today,  noon-11pm. HK Cultural Centre Piazza, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST.  Inquiries: 2823 4920

The Punchline Comedy Club

Featuring Australian Comedian of the Year 1998 Steve Hughes and US comedian Tom Rhodes. Today, 9pm. The Viceroy, 2/F, Sun Hung Kai Centre, 30 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. $220. Buffet dinner from 7pm. $120. Inquiries: 2577 7043

Textile Bazaar

Featuring textiles, fashion, costumes, books, weaving and dyeing demonstrations. Today,  10am-3pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central. $20, includes exclusive visits to nearby studios and map of recommended shops. Inquiries: 2301 2215 or www.textilesocietyofhk.org

HK Harbour Fest

The Rolling Stones supported by Joey Yung and Nicholas Tse. $1,988, $1,288, $588, $288. Tamar Site, Admiralty. The show will now start at 7pm. Line-ups subject to change (www.hkharbourfest.com). Tickets from Tom Lee outlets and HK Ticketing - hotline 3128 8288 or www.hkticketing.com

Film

The Father Of HK Cinema

Lai Man-wai (1893-1953) was a film and stage pioneer in Hong Kong who at the peak of his career had seven studios in the territory, Shanghai and Tianjin. To commemorate the 110th anniversary of his birth, there is an exhibition of his personal artifacts, a series of lectures and four of his films.  $30 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2739 2139. Ends tomorrow

Hong Kong Jewish Film Festival

Home to the largest Jewish community in the Asia Pacific, Hong Kong hosts the festival for the third year. Opens with The Hebrew Hammer about the Hanukkah-hating Damien, evil son of Santa Claus, a politically incorrect spoof that aims to offend.  Nov 22, 7.45pm. Cine-Art House, G/F, Sun Hung Kai Centre, 30 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. Other highlights include Academy winner Nowhere In Africa, and Charlie Chaplin in his first talking film, The Great Dictator, ranked the 37th funniest US film of all time. $45-$180 CityLine or at the door. All films in English or with English subtitles. For full schedule and venue information: 2554 7070 or www.hkjewishfilmfest.org. Festival ends Nov 30

Night Scene

Aussie Thunder

The five-member male revue from Australia. The Edge, G/F, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham St, Central. Today,  opens at 9pm, show begins 10pm. $250, includes a shot at the door. Inquiries: 2523 6690

Full Moon Party

Featuring dancing girls and house music. Klong Punch on promotion all night. Today,  10.30pm till late. Klong Bar & Grill, 54-62 Lockhart Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2217 8330

Koh Phangan's Full Moon Party

Billed as 'probably the most talented DJ ever to come out of Thailand', DJ A is synonymous with Thailand's legendary full moon parties. He'll be spinning an exclusive two-hour set from 1am-3am. Other DJs are local favourites Kenny Rex and Risin'. Today, 10pm-5am. Club Ing, 4/F,  Renaissance Harbour View Hotel, Wan Chai. $120 before 11.30pm, $180 after. Inquiries: 2824 0523

Drum Jam

A 100 per cent hands-on drumming jam session. The drums are provided, and no experience is necessary. The session will be followed by live music on stage until 6pm. Tomorrow,  2pm-3.30pm. HK Cultural Centre Piazza, TST. Free. Visit www.drumjam.com.hk for more details.

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