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Published: 12:00am, 10 Sep 2006

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Exhibitions

*EDITOR'S PICK

The World of the Etruscans

Showcases terracotta statuettes, pottery, stone sculptures, bronze ware and jewellery from the ancient civilisation of the Etruscans, from ninth century BC to first century BC in the region of Tuscany. Today, 10am-6pm, Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$5, HK$10. Inquiries: 2721 0116. Ends Sept 10

Animal Magic: Ancient Art from Jingzhou, Hubei Province

Excavated relics from the Jingzhou area of Hubei province, including Neolithic pottery sculptures and jades, and bronzes and lacquers of the Chu and Han cultures. Today, 1.30pm-5.30pm, University Museum and Art Gallery, 94 Bonham Rd, Pokfulam. Inquiries: 2241 5512. Ends tomorrow

A Realm with No Co-ordinates

Collection of photographs, videos and installations between Hong Kong and Taiwanese artists, curators and writers. Today, 2pm-8pm, 1a space, Unit 14, Cattle Depot Artists Village, 63 Ma Tau Kok Road, To Kwa Wan. Inquiries: 2529 0087. Ends tomorrow

Seven Wonders: The Conquest of the Ivory Tower

Stephen Lam showcases images of the self and the world by using aluminium printing plates instead of photographic paper. Daily, 10am-7pm (closed Tue and public holidays), UMA G, G/F 12 St. Francis Street, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2528 3669. Ends Sept 19

Nostalgia of Old Hanoi

Works by Vietnamese painters including Pham Luan's old quarters and street scenes, in rain or sunshine; Le Thanh Son's landscapes and stormy seashores and Nguyen Tu Nghiem creates Vietnam's old traditions. Mon-Sat, 10.30am-6.30pm, Galerie La Vong, 13/F, One Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Inquiries: 2869 6863. Ends Sept 23

Wisdom - The Gems of China

Shanghai artists Liu Dewei, Xu Maoping, Zhou Gang and Guan Qijun express their perspectives on life through different styles, forms and colours. Mon-Fri, 11am-8pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Galerie Ora-Ora, 12/F, 41-43 Graham St, Central. Inquiries: 2851 1171. Ends Sept 23

Milkshake

Han Yajuan's oils of images related to sugar and milk. Mon-Fri, 10am-7pm, Sat, 10am-3pm, Art Beatus, Shop 301-302, One Exchange Square, Podium, Central. Inquiries: 2522 1138. Ends Sept 23

Mexican September 2006

Cultural festival celebrating Mexican heritage through music, dance, film and art, including the following three exhibitions. Various venues, free. Inquiries: www.mayahk.com Ends Sept 30

*EDITOR'S PICK

Group of 16

The Grupo de Ilp Dieciseis (Group of 16) presents contemporary works by Mexican artists including Raymundo Sesma, Pablo Ortiz Monasterio, Jesus Lugo and Fabian Ugalde. Today-tomorrow, 10am-9pm, Exhibition Hall, HK Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 3008. Ends tomorrow

Luis Fernando Robles

The Colombian painter brushes patches and dabs of colour on the canvas, giving a sense of timelessness. Today-Thu, 11am-6pm, State-of-the-Arts Gallery, 3/F, 78 Queen's Rd Central. Inquiries: 2526 1132. Ends Thu

David Garza

Abstract artist from Monterrey, Mexico, paints organic landscapes bursts of colour and surrealist animals. Mon-Fri, 10am-1pm, 3pm-5pm, the Consulate General of Mexico, 30/F Shui On Centre, Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2511 3305. Ends Sept 30

Antiquarian Books

Featuring old and rare 19th-20th century books from the mainland, Indochina, Thailand and Japan. Wed-Sun, 2pm-7pm, Indosiam Rare Books, 1/F, 89 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2854 2853. Ends Sept 30

Image + Imagination

Miao Xiaochun's monochromatic high-definition photographic installation and video based on Michelangelo's The Last Judgment, which shows the painting from new perspectives. Mon-Sat, 10am-7pm, Osage Contemporary Art Space, 4/F Union Hing Yip Industrial Bldg, 20 Hing Yip St, Kwun Tong. Inquiries: 2537 0688. Ends Oct 31

Performing Arts

Madame Bovary is Me

Performance by Edward Lam Dance Theatre. In Putonghua and Cantonese with Chinese surtitles. Today, 2.30pm. HK Cultural Centre, Studio Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$140-HK$200. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Rosemary Vandenbroucke

The model and pop-rock singer performs tracks from her album, Dreams Come True. Today, 8.30pm, The Cavern, Shop 1, LG/F Lan Kwai Fong Tower, 55 D'Aguilar St, Lan Kwai Fong, free. Inquiries: 2121 8969

*EDITOR'S PICK

Horacio 'El Negro' Hernandez

Grammy-award winning percussionist from Havana, who has performed with Carlos Santana and Tito Puente, plays Latin jazz and Afro-Cuban beats. Tue, 8pm, Jockey Club Auditorium, HK Polytechnic University, Hunghom, HK$100 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2737 7603

Norman Jay

The weekly Giant 45 radio show host on BBC London's 94.9FM from Notting Hill, who has also been made an MBE for 'deejaying and services to music' by Queen Elizabeth II, crafts a mix of soulful garage tracks and funky grooves. Thu, 11pm, Armani Bar, Level 2, Chater House, 11 Chater Rd, Central, HK$200, includes one drink. Inquiries: 2849 3328

Everything Up Until Now and Including

The Mark Jarecke Project from the US presents dancer Andrea Johnston in a piece about confronting the present and the human body's fragility and brutality. Thu-Sat, 8pm, Fringe Studio, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, HK$99 (members), HK$120 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2521 7251

VAAMAA - The Feminine

The Sri Shakti Academy and Rico Cheung present a dance that interprets the journey through life, tracing female energy as it travels through time. Performed by dancers of Indian classical dance forms, Chinese dance, flamenco, martial arts and yoga. Fri-Sat, 8pm, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, Theatre, 345 Queens Rd, Central, HK$100-HK$200 Urbtix. Inquiries: 6019 0621

Lobo Live

Concert by the American folk singer made popular by 1970s hits such as I'd Love You to Want Me and How Can I Tell Her. Fri, 8.15pm, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai, HK$280-HK$580 Urbtix. Inquiries: 3128 8288

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Apparition II

Experimental dance performance by Austrian artist Klaus Obermaier, who integrates dance with a virtual world of sound, computer graphics and interactive image projections. Sat-Sept 17, 8pm, Kwai Tsing Theatre, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, HK$100-HK$180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Madama Butterfly

Edo de Waart conducts the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and international cast members - Chinese soprano He Hui as Cio-Cio-San (Butterfly) and US tenor Andrew Richards as Pinkerton in Puccini's operatic opus. In Italian with Chinese and English surtitles. Sat and Sept 18, 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$150-HK$600 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 2030

Achai Group

Performance of traditional mariachi songs and dance by Achai Group. Sat, 2.30pm-3.30pm, Foyer, HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, free. Inquiries: 2521 3008

Saregama Live

Performance by Debojit and Twinkle, winner and finalist of one of India's most popular TV music shows. Sat, 7.30pm, Jockey Club Auditorium, Hung Hom, HK$200-HK$800 Urbtix. Inquiries: 9152 0767

Tom Lee Music Carnival

Monthly music event features Kumi Masunaga leading a drum circle (2pm-3.30pm), followed by seven bands (3.30pm-6pm) including Hazy, Mad Child, Choco Balls, Persist, B&J with Friends, Narrow Road and Sonar. Sept 17, Piazza Area C, HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, (outdoor venue near the Hong Kong Museum of Art), free. Inquiries: www.tomleemusic.com

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Yang Liu and the Lady Tennant Stradivarius

The violinist from the mainland plays the most expensive musical instrument, the Lady Tennant Stradivarious sold at auction (US$2 million), accompanied by the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong and guest conductor Andrew Sewell. Sept 19, 8pm, HK City Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$100-HK$250 Urbtix. Inquiries: 3420 0107

Amadeus, Father & Son - 3 Generations of Mozart

Chan Wing-wah conducts the Hong Kong Oratorio Society in a range of generational Mozart works, from the master himself, his father Leopold, and son Franz Xaver Wolfgang. Sept 18, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$100-HK$200 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

Cantible

A cappella quartet of Richard Bryan (counter-tenor), Steven Brooks (tenor), Mark Fleming (tenor) and Michael Steffan (baritone) from Britain blend British humour and music into a programme including a

homage to the Beatles, Strangers in the Night and Summertime from the opera Porgy and Bess. Sept 27, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$120-HK$280 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Italy's Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company tackles choreographer George Balanchine's 1962 piece about the magic of love. The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra accompany the ballet. Oct 27-29, 7.30pm, HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$150-HK$550 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Mariah Carey Live

The No 1 selling female artist performs. Oct 28, 8pm, Tamar Site, Admiralty, HK$388-HK$1,288 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 3128 8288

Extra-curricular

*EDITOR'S PICK

Introduction to Kabbalah

Introductory talk on Hermetic Kabbalah. Today, noon-1pm, Reflections, 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St, Causeway Bay, free (registration required). Inquiries: 2504 1333

Master Class by Glen Chin

A workshop for actors, led by Glen Chin who has appeared in more than 100 movies and TV shows in Hollywood and Asia. In English. Tomorrow, 8pm-10pm, 16/F Dotcom House, 128 Wellington St, Central, HK$280. Inquiries: www.storyhongkong.com

The Hong Kong Bach Choir - Auditions

The choir holds auditions for a performance in December. Tomorrow-Tue, 7pm-10pm, e-mail for venue details. Inquires: [email protected]

Crime Writing in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Writers' Circle presents a talk by the South China Morning Post's Young Post editor, Kate Whitehead, on her book Hong Kong Murders and how to research and write crime stories in Hong Kong. Tues, 7pm-9pm, Joyce Is Not Here, 38-44 Peel St, Central. HK$100 (members), HK$200, includes two drinks. Inquiries: 2851 2999 or [email protected]

Contemporary Indian Art: Narratives Beyond the Nation

A talk by Dr Chaitanya Sambrani, head of art theory at the Australian National University School of Art, on the development of contemporary Indian and Indonesian art from non-western origins. In English. Tue, 6.30pm-8pm, the Asia Art Archive, 208 2/F Wah Koon Bldg, 181-191 Hollywood Rd, Sheung Wan, free (registration required). Inquiries: 2815 1112

Lawrence Gray

The award-winning literary resident, whose credits include The Bill, Yellowthread Street and Medics, discusses a screenwriter's do's and don'ts. Wed, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Foreign Correspondents Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, HK$80 (members), HK$120, registration required. Inquiries: [email protected]

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The Greatest BASEjump

The Royal Geographical Society hosts a presentation by Glenn Singleman about holding the joint world record with his wife Heather for the world's highest basejump from a 6,660 metre Himalayan mountain. Wed, 6.30pm (reception), 7.30pm (lecture), the Jardine Penthouse, 48/F Jardine House, One Connaught Place, Central, HK$100 (members), HK$150. Inquiries: [email protected]

Film

New German Cinema of the 60s

Drawing on influences from Hollywood and traditional German cinema, a selection of films from experimental filmmakers including the following two works. Various venues and times, HK$50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 2900. Ends Sept 24

Not Reconciled

Starting with a father's 80th birthday party, Jean-Marie Straub directs a non-linear story on German society before and after the second world war, shown through five decades and three generations. Best film at the London Film Festival 1965. In German with English subtitles. Today, 2.30pm, HK Space Museum, Salisbury Rd, TST. .

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Yesterday Girl (Abschied von Gestern)

Alexander Kluge directs the bleak story of a Jewish East German woman who turns to crime and prostitution in rich West Germany. Special Jury Prize, Venice Film Festival 1966. In German with English subtitles. Today, 4.30pm, HK Space Museum, Salisbury Rd, TST.

Mexican September

Selection of award-winning films from Mexico and Colombia, including the following two films. Fringe Club and HK Film Archive, various times, free-HK$40 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2521 7251 and www.mayahk.com Ends Sept 27

The Rose Seller

After regular beatings from her mother and her mother's boyfriend, a young girl joins a shanty-town street gang. To make money and get a chance for a better life, she resorts to selling roses. In Spanish with English subtitles. Tomorrow, 7.30pm, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free.

Esmeralda Comes at Night

Esmeralda shares her love and big heart with multiple husbands at the same time. When Esmeralda's fifth husband has enough of her polygamy, he calls the police. But when Esmeralda is put before the judge, he slowly becomes enamoured with her as well. In Spanish with English subtitles. Wed, 7.30pm, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free

MACAU

Eternal Mozart

Macau Orchestra tackles works including The Marriage of Figaro. Fri, 8pm, St. Dominic's Church, St Dominic's Square, free (tickets available one hour before concert). Inquiries: (853) 700 699 or www.icm.gov.mo

18th Macau International Fireworks Display Contest

Wynn Macau hosts the annual fireworks display contest, with contestants for this session including Pirotecnia Minhota (Portugal) and Foti International Fireworks (Australia). Sat, 9pm, 10pm, sea area in front of the Macau Tower. Inquiries: (853) 315 566 or www.macautourism.gov.mo

Macao c'est Rigolo

French artist Armelle's photography exhibition and book launch of photos, illustrating the ingenious ways people find in their daily life to solve the most common problems or situations. Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm, Gallerie d'Art Vent d'est, Vent d'ouest, Rua de S. Paulo, 43, free. Inquiries: (853) 365 103 From Wed-Oct 1

Contrasting World Heritage

Zhou Jian Sheng's photographs of World Heritage sites inscribed on Unesco's list in different countries. Daily, 7am-7pm, Fortress Corridor, Beco dos Artilheiros, free. Inquiries: (853) 399 6611 or www.icm.gov.mo Ends Sept 17

NATIONAL

BEIJING

Fifth International Rederick Chopin Competition for Young Pianists

Held every four years and for the first time in the mainland, 40 pianists from 14 countries compete. Today-Sept 17, Beijing Music Hall, Liubukou 1 Beixinhua Jie, Xuanwu. 50-900 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 6417 7845 or www.piao.com.cn

China Tennis Open

The world's top-seeded players compete with China's best. Tomorrow-Sept 24, various times, Beijing Tennis Centre, No 1 Guangcai Rd, Fengtai District, 50-1,280 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 6417 7845 or www.piao.com.cn

Guangzhou

To Feel the Sunshine from the Heart

Yu Long conducts pianist Allen Lefeyee and the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra. Today, 8pm, Xinghai Music Hall, 80-180 yuan. Inquiries: (86 20) 8776 8558

Zero Interface: Brave New World

Lin Yilin's photographs of urban spaces and high-rise buildings. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Vitamin Creative Space, 301-29hao, HengyiJie, ChigangxiLu. Inquiries: www.vitamincreativespace.com From Wed-Dec 31

TAIPEI

Lobo Concert

The 62-year-old singer performs 1970s hits such as How Can I Tell Her. Tomorrow, 7.30pm, National Dr Sun-Yat-sen Memorial Hall, No 505, Ren-ai Rd, Sec.4, NT$900-3,000, Inquiries: (88 62) 2341-9898 or www.ticket.com.tw

Flamenco-Carmen & Bolero

Ten years after the death of choreographer and flamenco dancer Rafael Aguilar, his dance troupe, The Ballet Teatro Espanol de Rafael Aguilar, performs Carmen and Bolero. Wed-Sept 17, 7.30pm, (Sat-Sept 17 also at 2.30pm), Taipei International Convention Centre, 1 Xinyi Rd, Sec 5, NT$600-3,600. Inquiries: (886 2) 2341 9898 or www.ticket.com.tw

Der Ring des Nibelungen

The National Symphony Orchestra's Wen-Pin Chien conducts 220 musicians in Richard Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen and Wagner opera highlights over four consecutive nights. Wed, 7.30pm; Thu, 5pm; Sept 22, 6pm; Sept 24, 3pm, National Concert Hall, 21-1,Zhongshan S. Rd, NT$400-2,000, Inquiries: (88 62) 3393 9888 or www.artsticket.com.tw

Abstract Print: Three from the Left Bank

Paris-based artists Zao Wou-ki, Chu Teh-chun and Lau Tsz-ming from the mainland display abstract prints. Daily, (close Mon), 10am-7pm, Capital Arts Centre, 4F, No 343, RenAi Rd, Sec4, Inquiries(88 62) 2775 5268. From Tue-Sept 30

REGIONAL

BANGKOK

DJ Qbert

The three-time DMC World Champion and Hall of Fame member, Filipino-American Richard Quitevis, better known as DJ Qbert, performs with his Skratch Piklz Crew which has revolutionised the world of DJing. Today, 9pm, Q Bar, Sukhumvit Soi 11; 600 baht, includes two drinks. Inquiries: (662) 252 3274 or www.qbarbangkok.com

Aida

One of Guiseppe Verdi's most famous operas about a young Ethiopian princess performed by the National Opera House of Belarus, featuring more than 200 singers, musicians, dancers and a full symphony orchestra. Tue-Wed, 8pm, Main Hall, Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Rd, 1,000-4,000 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Oh My Gods!

Pretty boy collective, TVfXQ, (stands for Tong Vfang Xien Qi, meaning five gods who grow up to be the Gods of the East), stage Korean acapella dance. Fri, 8pm, Impact Arena, Muangthong Thani, Chaengwattana Rd, 700-4,500 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Tattoo You

The MBD Tattoo Contest showcases artists and human canvases and a competition that includes categories such as Best Big Job, Best Colour, Best Dragon and Best in Show. Daily, 10am-9pm, G/F, MBK Centre, Phayathai Road, free. Inquiries: (662) 620 9000. Ends Sept 30

Singapore

Forbidden City: Portrait of an Empress

A musical on the story of a young imperial concubine who became the Empress of China and the pressures she faced. Today- Sept 21, (no shows Sun), 8pm (Tue-Wed and Sat also at 3pm), Esplanade Theatre, 1 Esplanade Dr, S$30-$120. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

MOZARTPlus: Magic Flutes and Musical Mirrors

A concert that gives a 20th century perspective on Moaztian melodies with Alfred Schnittke's Moz-Art a la Haydn and Jonathan Dove's Magic Flute Dances; featuring the Singapore Symphony Orchestra with Russian flautist Evgueni Brokmiller. Fri, 8pm, Victoria Concert Hall, S$11-$46. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Dali in Singapore

Sculptures and paintings by surrealist master Salvador Dali, collected from museums in France and from Opera Gallery's own collection of modern masters, including five monumental sculptures on Orchard Road and Boat Quay. Daily, 11am-8pm, Opera Gallery, Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road, free. Inquiries: (65) 6735 2618. From Wed-Oct 14

Reflections in Watercolor

An exhibition of watercolour paintings by a well-known Singaporean watercolourist Ong Kim Seng. Daily, 10am-10pm, the Arts House, 1 Parliament Lane, free. Inquiries: (65) 6332 6919. Ends Sat

Tokyo

Graham Coxon

The former Blur guitarist performs songs from his solo album, Love Travels at Illegal Speeds. Wed-Thu, 7pm, Liquidroom, Ebisu, 7,000 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 3475 9999

Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan

Features Cursive: A Trilogy by founder and artistic director Lin Hwai-Min. Sept 21-22, 7pm (programme A); Sept 24, 1pm and 5pm (programme B). Shinjuku Bunka Centre, 3,000-16,000 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 3580 0031

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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