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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Homeland Security

A group exhibition  from the Szuper Gallery in London. The  works examine the links between art and the public and institutional spheres. Wed-Sun, noon-7pm, Para/Site Art Space, G/F 4 Po Yan St, Sheung Wan. Inquiries: 2517 4620. Ends Fri

Embrace the Frozen Fire

A group exhibition of glass works  by eight local artists and one Taiwanese artist. Daily, 11am-7pm, Gaffer Studio Glass, Unit 5A, 15/F The Centrium, 60 Wyndham St, Central. Inquiries: 2481 6513.

Ends Sat

Micha Klein

Digital artworks on the themes of artificial beauty and virtual reality by the visiting Dutch artist.  Daily, 10.30am-7.30pm, Art Statements Gallery, 5 Mee Lun St, Central. Inquiries: 2122 9657. Ends Sat

Sense and Touch

Expressionist sculptures and  oil paintings by German artists Christiane Erdmann by Wulf Winckelmann. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Kwai Fung Hin Art Gallery, 2/F HK Diamond Exchange Building,  8 Duddell St, Central. Inquiries:

2580 0058. Ends Sat

Parade

Picasso's largest work, a 10.5-metre-high by 16-metre-wide stage curtain created for the realist ballet Parade, is on loan from the Centre Pompidou in Paris. Daily, 11am-7pm, Oval Atrium, IFC Mall, Central. Guided tours available in English,  Cantonese and Putonghua. Inquiries: 2295 3308. Ends  Oct 31

Nirvana

Paintings of the Buddha by Thailand-based French artist Jean-Marc Huss. Mon-Sat, 10am-6.30pm; Sun, 1pm-5pm, Zee Stone Gallery, G/F Yu Yuet Lai Building, 43-55 Wyndham St, Central. Inquiries: 2810 5895. Ends  Oct 31

Art of Modern Landscape

A group exhibition inspired by contemporary design and cityscapes. Tue-Sun, 2pm-8pm, Museum 63 Artist Commune, Unit 12, Cattle Depot Artist Village, 63 Ma Tau Kok Rd, Kowloon.  Inquiries: 2104 3322.  Ends  Oct 31

The Power of Mystery

Glimpses of uncertain human emotions caught in oil paintings by Liu Kun. Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 1pm-5pm, Yan Gallery, 77 Wyndham St, Central. Inquiries: 2139 2345. Ends Oct 31

Cultural Chic

Furniture, home products, fashion accessories and other lifestyle products that integrate Chinese culture with contemporary design. Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm, SD Gallery AG101, School of Design, HK Polytechnic University, Hunghom. Inquiries: 2766 4428. Ends Nov 4

Climate and Sea-level Changes  in Hong Kong During the Past 500,000 Years

Mon-Wed and Fri, 1pm-9pm, Sat-Sun, 10am-9pm. Science News Corner, 2/F Hong Kong Science Museum. 2 Science Museum Rd, TST East, $25, free on Wed. Inquiries: 2732 3220/31. Ends Nov 7

Exploring Giant Planets

A 40-minute sky show introducing audiences to the wonders of four enormous planets.  Mon and Wed-Sun, 2.40pm and 6.10pm, Space Theatre, Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $12-$32 Urbtix or box office, Inquiries: 2721 0226. Ends Nov 15

Performing Arts

Cello and Piano Recital

Vladimir Krainev on piano and Alexander Rudin on cello play a programme of Schubert and Brahms. Tomorrow,  8pm, HK  City Hall Concert Hall, $100, $150 Urbtix. Free master classes will be held by both musicians today-Thu.  Inquiries: 2868 0837

Lunchtime Recital

A chamber music concert by Concerto da Camera. Wed,  1.15pm-1.45pm, St John's Cathedral, Garden Rd, Central. Free, donations welcome.  Inquiries: 2523 4157

Academy Symphony Orchestra conducted by Trevor Pinnock

Leading harpsichordist Trevor Pinnock conducts the Academy Symphony Orchestra in an all-Mozart programme featuring Marriage of Figaro overture, Symphony 29 and Symphony 41. Free tickets available from box office  30 minutes before show. Thu,  8pm, HK Academy for Performing Arts, Concert Hall, 1 Gloucester Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2584 8580

Stark Raven Mad

A theatrical performance of extracts from The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart and other works by  Edgar Allen Poe. Performed by Theatre Garoupa. Thu and Fri,  8pm, Gecko Lounge & Wine Bar, 15-19 Hollywood Rd, Ezra's Lane, Central, $160 advance or $180 at the door (includes one standard drink). Inquiries: 6103 6143

Around the Musical World in  Two Nights

An improvised musical fusion of east and west styles by four prominent musicians. Friday's performance, A Journey to the West, is inspired by Chinese music. Saturday's performance features new perspectives on jazz and classical works. With Wu Tong on vocals, Todd Reynolds on violin, David Cossin on percussion, and Evan Ziporyn on clarinet. Fri-Sat,  8pm, HK City Hall Theatre, $120, $180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2370 1044 or www.newvisionfestival.gov.hk

Handbell: Motion and Emotion

Gloves are a group of 17 handbell ringers. They will perform a selection of original handbell music in classical, ethnic, swing, jazz and folk, styles. Fri and Sat,  8pm-9.30pm, Fringe Studio, Fringe Club, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central, $120 (members), $150 (non-members). Inquiries: 2521 7251

Peter Yarrow and Bethany Yarrow

Peter (of Peter, Paul and Mary fame) and daughter Bethany perform well-known folk songs including Puff, the Magic Dragon and Blowing in the Wind. Sat,  8pm, HK City Hall; Oct 31, 8pm, Auditorium, Yuen Long Theatre, $100-$230 Urbtix

The Great Entertainer

The Edward Lam Dance Theatre in a three-hour music and dance performance starring Gigi Leung, Jim Chim and Chen Li-hua. In Cantonese and Puntonghua. Fri-Oct 31,  8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, $100-$280 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2370 1044 or www.newvisionfestival.gov.hk

Extra-curricular

Rockit Hong Kong Music  Festival 2004

Performances by local and international bands. Today's line-up includes Aqualung, The Bass Cadets, Audiotraffic, Regurgitator and others. Today,  1pm-10.45pm, Victoria Park, Causeway Bay.  Inquiries: 2526 8544 or go to www.rockit-hk.com

Guitar Clinic

New York-based singer, songwriter and guitarist Diane Ponzio plays FAZZ! - acoustic folk that feels like jazz. She gives a talk, performance and question-and-answer session for acoustic guitar enthusiasts. Tue,  7pm and 8.45pm, O2 Theatre, Fringe Club, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central, $60 HK Ticketing. Inquiries 2737 7603 or go to website www.tomleemusic.com

'So, You Want to be a Columnist'

Jake van der Kamp,  Monitor columnist for  Business Post, explains how he puts his  column together. Wed,  7.30pm, Paddyfield.com bookstore classroom, 18/F Success Commercial Bldg, 245-251 Hennessy Rd, Wan Chai, $250 includes copy of his book,  The Emperor's Old Clothes. Reservations required: 2511 4224

Hong Kong Association of Business and Professional Women

Celebrating 25 years in Hong Kong: the HKABPW is holding a cocktail reception and dinner, with attendance by Secretary of Justice Elsie Leung, former Chief Secretary Anson Chan and former Equal Opportunities chairpersons Anna Wu. Thu,  6.30pm, The Helena May, Garden Road, Central. Inquiries: www.hkabpw.org or 3113 6552

Women at Work: Women  Brothel Keepers in 19th-century Hong Kong

Dr Elizabeth Sinn, vice-president of the Royal Asiatic Society in Hong Kong, talks about the all-female brothel-keepers of the 19th century, one of the few areas where women could achieve economic success. Fri,  6.30pm, Central Library, Activity Room 1, G/F Causeway Road, Causeway Bay. In English. Free, no booking required. Inquiries: Royal Asiatic Society, 2813 7500

Tango Open House with Eric Jeurissen

Free trial Argentinian tango class with visiting Dutch tango master Eric Jeurissen. Thu,  8pm-9.30pm, followed by open dancing until 11.30pm. Follow-up beginners class Fri-Oct 31, Fringe Club, Theatre bar, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central. Free. Inquiries: TangoTang, 8209 0520

Film

Max! 2004 German Language

Film Festival

Annual festival. In German with English subtitles, except South  of the Clouds (French) and The Stratosphere Girl (English). Agnes b. CINEMA!, Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $30, $50 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2802 0088 or www.goethe.de/max2004. Ends Sat

Film: Andrei Rublev

Winner of the 1969 International Critic Prize in Cannes, Andrei Rublev was a painter-monk in  15th-century Russia, who lost his creative impulse until he was inspired by a young bell-maker. The film's dream-like sequences got the director banned for mysticism and the film released three years late. In Russian with English and  Cantonese sub-titles. Tue,  7.30pm, HK Science Museum, 2 Science Museum Rd, TST East, $50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 2900

After the Genome

Can the secrets hidden in our genetic code cure life-threatening disease or help our understanding of what we are? Geneticists Sir John Sulston and Steve Jones investigate. In English with Chinese subtitles. Wed,  3pm-4pm, HK Science Museum Lecture Hall,  2 Science Museum Rd, TST East. Free. Inquiries: 2732 3232

Western China Film Festival

Screenings  at various  times and venues.  All films in Putonghua with English subtitles, except Life and Old Well (Chinese subtitles only), $40 Urbtix. Inquiries and  schedule: 2734 2900 or www.lcsd.gov.hk/fp. Ends Nov 7

MACAU

Philippe Charriol Foundation

Art Competition Exhibition

The paintings and installation art created by prize-winning Hong Kong and Macau artists are on display. 10am-7pm, Macau Museum of Art, Av. Xian Xing Hai, NAPE. 5 patacas, free on Sun. Inquiries: (853) 791 9814. Ends today

Performers and Shadows

A photographic installation exhibition by Taiwanese photographer Lin Deng Xing, featuring portraits from the performing arts. Noon-7pm, Ox House Art Space, at intersection of Av. Coronel Mesquita and Av. do Almirante Lacerda. Inquiries: (853) 988 4131. Ends Wed

4th East Asian Games Torch Relay

Exactly one year before Macau hosts the East Asian Games,  the city celebrates its heritage and Olympic spirit. Flame lighting ceremony, 7pm, A-Ma Temple. Torch relay conducted by top Asian athletes  commences from the temple and ends at Lotus Square. Inauguration ceremony of countdown clock, Lotus Square, 8.10pm. Cultural performances featuring Miro Wong of Macau and Jenny Tseng of Hong Kong, Lotus Square, 8.15pm. Free. Inquiries: (853) 702 005

Halloween Concert of David Chan

Macau singer David Chan, with  local radio disc jockeys host a Halloween costume party for the public. Free. Oct 31, 5pm-7.15pm, Amphitheater of Avenida da Praia, Carmo Zone, Taipa. Inquiries: (853) 827 103, 827 527, or go to website www.iacm.gov.mo

Latin American Traditional Costumes

A display of clothes and jewellery from Latin America. Opens Sat.  Then Tue-Sun, 10am-6.30pm, Museum of Art, Av. Xian Xing Hai. Free. Inquiries: (853) 791 9814, or www.artmuseum.gov.mo

National

BEIJING

Romeo and Juliet - Ballet

Performances Thu-Oct 31,  7.30pm, Tianqiao Theatre. Inquiries: (81 10) 8315 6356

7th International Music Festival

Various programmes will be performed at the Polly Theatre. Inquiries: (81 10) 6506 5343 or 6506 5345. Ends Nov 5

Exhibition: Posers

A group exhibition featuring a collection of surrealist and eclectic works by artists including Bai Yiluo, Cao Fei, Guo Jin, Guo Wei, and Li Yongbin. The CourtYard Gallery, 95 Donghuamen Dajie, Beijing 100006. Inquiries: (86 10) 6526 8882.

Ends Nov 15

GUANGZHOU

Dance With Music Phoenix

The Guangdong Modern Dance Company perform, accompanied  by the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra. Conducted by Yang Yang. Sat, Oct 30, 8pm, Symphony Hall, Xinghai Concert Hall, Qing Bo Lu, Er Sha Island. Inquiries: (86 20) 8735 2222 ext 312

Huang Yong Yu at 80

To celebrate his 80th birthday, internationally acclaimed artist Huang Yong Yu exhibits some of  his more recent works. Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm, Guangdong Museum of Art, Tue-Sun 9am-5pm, 15 yuan. 38 Yan Yu Lu, Ersha Island. (8735 1468, 8735 1336). Ends Nov 14

Exhibition: Liao Bingxiong

An exhibition of satirical cartoons focusing on political and other issues  during various periods  of the artist's career. Tue-Fri, 9am-5pm, Sat-Sun 9.30am-4.30pm, Guangzhou Art Museum, 13 Lu Hu Lu. Inquiries: (86 20) 8365 9202. Ends Nov 30

SHANGHAI

Roman Holiday

Italian street carnival with live dance, music, acrobatics, fireworks and fashion. Mon-Thu, 2pm-midnight, Sat-Sun, 10am- midnight, Main Plaza, Pudong waterfront,  Shanghai, (Lujiazui Subway Station exit 1), 30-80 yuan. Inquiries: (86 21) 6888 6223, 6888 6225, or go to website www.romanholiday.com.cn

Ends today

Yo Yo Ma

The  cello virtuoso performs a programme  by Gershwin, Shostakovich, Piazzolla and others. With Kathryn Scott on piano. Sat,  7.15pm, Shanghai Grand Theatre, 300 Renmin Da Dao. Inquiries: (86 21) 6372 8701

Carved History: A New Jewish Memorial for Shanghai

An exhibition of photographs, architectural pieces and symbolic representation of the city's four-biggest Jewish cemeteries. Created by Israeli photojournalist and documentary maker Dvir Gar-Gal and architect Chris Choa. Artsea Studio & Gallery. Inquiries:  (86 21) 6227 8380. Ends Nov 10

Zhou Tiehai: Solo Exhibition

Zhou Tiehai's work features symbolic figures based on western and eastern cultural inspirations. Daily, 10am-8pm, ShanghART Gallery, 2A Gaolan Lu, Fuxing Park. Inquiries: (86 21) 6359 3923 or www.shanghart.com. Ends Nov 12

TAIPEI

Aida Gomez: Salome

Adapted from Oscar Wilde's original work, this film version of Salome is directed by Carlos Saura Atares and features flamenco dancer Aida Gomez. Sat, 2.30pm and 7.30pm; Oct 31, 2.30pm, Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, 505, Sec. 4, Ren-ai Rd. NT$400-2,500.

Inquiries: (886 7) 740 3466 or www.kham.com.tw

Goldburg Variations

The Zurich Ballet performs a modern ballet piece. Led by Art Director Heinz Spoerli. Fri and Sat, 7.30pm,  Oct 31, 2.30pm, National Theatre at C.K.S Memorial Hall. NT$500-3,600. Inquiries: (886 2) 3393 9888 or go to websitewww.artsticket.com.tw

Regional

Bangkok

Pinocchio

Italian troupe Naked Masks Project stage an off-beat version of children's classic Pinocchio. As

part of the Embassy of Italy and

the Dante Alighieri Italian Culture Association's Italian Week. The performance is accompanied by a dinner served in the garden. Today, 7pm, Cafe Buongiorno, Sukhumvit Soi 33. Inquiries and reservations: (66 2) 662 3471

Hip-Hop Halloween Night

A mega Halloween party organised by Q-Bar, featuring 'turntable tricks and frightening MCs into the dead of night' and an appearance by the Bacardi Bat. Dress is dark and dangerous. Oct 31, 8pm, Q Bar Bangkok, 34 Sukhumvit Soi 11. Inquiries: (66 2) 252 3274 or www.qbarbangkok.com

Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh and the Perfect Day

A.A. Milne's Winnie the Pooh makes his Thai debut.  BEC Tero Hall, Suan Lum Night Bazaar, Rama IV Road. 400-800 baht. Inquiries: (66 2) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com Ends Oct 31

Heineken Fat Festival

At its fourth venue in as many years, the annual festival event's a who's who of upcoming Asian indie pop, including Lao rock band

Cells, Singapore's Britpop-esque Serenaide, Japanese piano pop artist Shuubi and his compatriots Cafa (electronica), Nitt (pop punk), and Fantastic Plastic Machine, the godfather of dance music in Japan. Nov 6-7, Nang Lerng Horseracing Stadium, Phitsanulok Road. Inquiries: (66 2) 641 5394

Slipknot

If you like your rock hard, dark and full of guttural growls, you won't want to miss Slipknot live in Bangkok. The nine-piece band hails from Des Moines, Iowa.  This day-long event also includes sets by Thai metal bands, including Canivora, Cantaroot, Cube, Ebola, Growing Pain, Paradox and Rabbit Sun. Nov 10, 2pm (Slipknot on stage at 8pm), Aktive Square, Muang Thong Thani, Chaengwattana Rd. 800-1,000 baht. Inquiries: (66 2) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Strudley Magnificent

Sopranos from the world-famous Vienna Boys Choir perform classic choral works by Schubert, Mozart and others famous composers. Nov 7, 7pm, Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Rd. 800-2,000 baht. Inquiries: (66 2) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

SINGAPORE

Hubbies4Hire

Action Theatre brings to life this provocative comedy about a new service set up for women - to hire a man to do what you expect a hubby to do.  Daily, 8pm (3pm matinee

Sat-Sun), S$25-S$45. Inquiries:

(65) 6296 2929. Ends Oct 31

godeatgod

Written in response to 9/11, this

play is an intimate, at times funny exposition about trying to live a better life, an examination of love and grief, as well as a take on censorship in the context of art. Thu-Sun, 8pm (3pm matinee Sat-Sun), The Necessary Stage Black Box, 278 Marine Parade Rd, S$26. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

Chopin Second Piano Concerto

Distinguished American conductor George Cleve returns for a two-week  residency with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, which will perform a new commissioned work by John Sharpley and Brahms' Symphony No2. Argentinean pianist Nelson Goerner will also perform Chopin's Second Piano Concerto. Fri, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade  Drive, S$12-S$60. Inquiries:  (65) 6348 5555

Brno Philharmonic Orchestra

Hailing from the Czech Republic, this large orchestra will play some of Antonin Dvorak's classics, including the Concerto for Cello with rising young cellist Johannes Moser, silver medallist in the 2002 Tchaikovsky Competition. All proceeds will be donated to the Children's Cancer Foundation.  Sat, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert  Hall, S$35-S$150. Inquiries:

(65) 6348 5555

Ganeshim

An exhibition on the elephant God by Sri Lankan painter Mahen Chanmugam, which attempts  to present the symbolism and iconography surrounding the  Hindu God. Mon-Sat, 11.30am-8pm, Sun, noon-5.30pm, Utterly Art Exhibition. Inquiries (65) 6226 2605. Ends Oct 31

A Decade of Masterpieces

A blockbuster exhibition featuring Renoir, Botero, Chagall, Bacon, Warhol, Modigliani, Miro, Bonnard, Buffet, Giacometti and Dali.  Daily, 11am-8pm, Opera Gallery, Takashimaya. Inquiries:

(65) 6735 2618. Ends Nov 18

SENI Singapore

A visual arts festival that aims  to bring about active trigger  dialogue between Singapore and international artists through a focus on contemporary Southeast Asian and Asian art. The theme of the festival is an investigation of the future and current roles of contemporary art presented via eight related but distinct projects. Singapore Art Museum, The Arts House and public space within the city. For more information, visit www.artfest.nac.gov.sg

Ends Nov 28

TOKYO

Raymonda

Marius Petipa's dance masterpiece is performed by the New National Theatre Ballet. Today,  various times,  New National Theatre, Tokyo, 1,500-10,500 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 5352 9999 or go to www.nntt.jac.go.jp

Musical Big River

An acclaimed adaptation telling  the story of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, using sign language in addition to words and music. Performed by its original Broadway cast. Today, Oct 24, Aoyama Theatre, Omotesando Station, (Ginza/ Hanzomon Line), 8,000-12,000 yen Hori Pro Ticket Centre. Inquiries: (81 3) 3490 4949

The Eagles: Farewell Tour

The old rockers do it again with all their hits including Desperado and Hotel California. With original members Glenn Fry and Don Henley. Sat and Oct 31, 6pm, Tokyo Dome (Suidobashi Sta, JR Sobu Line), 8,800, 9,800 yen.  Inquiries: Udo, (81 3) 3402 5999 or go to www.udo.co.jp

A Doll's House

Henrik Ibsen's play is performed by the Tokyo International Players. With Elli Tomizawa in the leading role and directed by Robert Tsonos. Thu-Oct 31 and Nov 4-7, 7.30pm. Sat also at 2pm. Inquiries: Tokyo American Club, (81 90) 6009 4171 or www.tokyoplayers.org

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine

credit-card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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