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Liana Cafolla

Exhibitions

Shades Of Asia

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

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.  Ends tomorrow

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 changes  in urban and rural areas. Mon-Sat, noon-10pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 7251. Ends Wed

Keeping Traditions

An exhibition of  more than 70 photographs by award-wining photographer Richard Yee.  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 Wed

To Conquer The West

An exhibition of new Chinese art exploring cross-cultural dynamics and globalisation, with a theme of creation of harmony through difference. The many international and local artists involved are linked only by their long-standing ties to China. For one day only, Sat,  6pm-10pm. Mapoff Gallerie, Rooftop, via 5/F, 231 Wing Lok St, Sheung Wan. Obligatory reservations and inquiries: 2546 3016 or www.map-office.com

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  incorporated 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 Sat

Human Touch 2

Noel de Guzman is a Manila-born, Hong Kong-based artist. He paints using his hands and feet (no paintbrushes) to achieve texture.  Mon-Sat, 11am-7pm; Sun, 1pm-7pm. Karin Weber Gallery, 32A Staunton St, Central. Inquiries: 2544 5004. Ends Sat

Performing Arts

Guqin Culture And Guqin Masters Of Hong Kong

Masters of the seven-stringed zither from the mainland. Today, 8pm, Nov 10 at HK City Hall Theatre, and Nov 15, 8pm, Cultural Activities Hall, Sha Tin Town Hall. $120-$150, Urbtix.  Inquiries: 2268 7321.

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

Legends Of China Festival

Programme of 106 traditional and modern works inspired by famous figures and events in Chinese history, literature and folklore. Highlights include an original epic opera, Chinese opera, music, dance and drama. Performed by artists from HK, the mainland and other Chinese communities. For times and venues, see www.legendsofchina.gov.hk. $30-$450, Urbtix. Until Nov 28

Extra-curricular

Carol Singing

Start practising today for The Hong Kong Singers carol singing concerts. Performances will take place throughout December, culminating in a concert in St John's Cathedral on Dec 16. Rehearsals take place today, 7.30pm and every Monday until Dec 1. Glenealy School, Horsey Rd, Mid-Levels. Inquiries:  2839 3662

Taking Your Business To The Next Level - Opportunities And Pitfalls

The Women Business Owners Club (WBOC) will speak on managing growth, raising funds and learning to delegate. Men are welcome. Tomorrow, 6.30pm-10pm. HK Football Club, 2/F, 3 Sports Rd, Happy Valley. Non-members $399, includes dinner. Inquiries: 2541 0446, or www.hkwboc.org

Hong Kong Philosophy Cafe

'Memory, Identity and Consciousness' is the topic of tomorrow's meeting. Introduced by Eberhard Schoneburg, and moderated by Austin Caffrey. Tomorrow,  7.30pm. Fringe Club, 2/F, Fotogalerie, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central. Free, all welcome. Inquiries: 9883 0557

The Rise Of Activism Among Indonesian Domestic Workers In Hong Kong

Lecture by anthropologist Amy Sim from the University of Hong Kong. A self-paying dinner with the speaker will follow the lecture. Wed,  7pm. In English. HK Museum of History, Lecture Hall, G/F, 100 Chatham Rd South, TST.

Film

10th European Film Festival

Fourteen European countries have contributed to the festival. Starts on Fri.  Screenings at HK Science Museum and HK Film Archive. $50, Urbtix. For programme information and inquiries: 2522 0033 or www.urbtix.gov.hk. Festival ends Nov 26

Lesbian And Gay Film Festival 2003

Highlights of this year's festival include Party Monster with  Macaulay Culkin. Nov 27-Dec 7. All screenings at Broadway Cinematheque or Palace IFC. For programme details and prices: 2388 0002, or www.cinema.com.hk

Hong Kong Jewish Film Festival

Home to the largest Jewish community in the Asia Pacific, Hong Kong hosts the festival for the third year.  Sat, Nov 22, 7.45pm. Cine-Art House, G/F, Sun Hung Kai Centre, 30 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai.  All films in English or with English sub-titles. For full schedule and venue information: 2554 7070, or www.hkjewishfilmfest.org. Festival ends Nov 30

Urbtix: 2734 9009 Urbtix/CityLine credit card booking: 2111 5999 Fringe: 2521 7251 CityLine: 2317 6666 HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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