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Exhibitions

Sentimental Journey

John Li's travel-themed paintings of Taiwan highlight its people, objects and daily life. Tomorrow-Wed, noon-8pm, JamArt, 3/F, 5 Lan Fong Rd, Causeway Bay. Inquiries: 9024 9528. Ends Wed

Huang Gang

The artist's bronze and acrylic sculptures of Mao Zedong figures, inspired by the Cultural Revolution. Tomorrow-Wed, 10am-7pm, Anna Ning Fine Art, Rm 101, 1/F St George Bldg, 2 Ice House St, Central. Inquiries: 2521 3193. Ends Wed

Colour and Ink of Tian Xing

Inaugural exhibition of the first privately established artist museum in Hong Kong, showing the artist's Chinese inks which incorporate ancient and modern styles. Today-Thu, 10am-7pm, Lam Tian Xing Museum, Shop 210, 2/F The Galleria, 9 Queen's Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2971 0628. Ends Thu

Inside Out

Work exploring questions of identity and perception by artists born in the 1980s, including Zhou Siwei, Guo Hongwei, Deng Yu, Liu Jia and Mu Lei. Today, 11am-5pm, tomorrow-Sat, 10am-7pm, 82 Republic, 62a Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 3521 0300 Ends Thu

Industry and Silence

Hong Kong artists Pauline Chan So-yee, Luk Tsing-yuen and Chan Mei-hin showcase works made from plastics, wire and industrial thread. Mon-Fri, 10am-8pm, Sat, 2pm-6pm, Goethe-Gallery, Goethe-Institut, 14/F Hong Kong Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2802 0088. Ends Feb 24

Self Awareness by Zhang Yuzhou

The Suzhou artist creates whimsical and abstract acrylic and ink paintings. Tomorrow-Fri, 11am-7pm, Sun, 1pm-6pm, Karin Weber Gallery, G/F, 20 Aberdeen St, Central. Inquiries: 2544 5004. Ends Fri

Paek Hee Young

The Korean artist reflects on 30 years spent outside her home country through oils on canvases coated with soil. Opening reception Wed, 6pm-8pm. Daily, 10am- 10pm, Roger Lin Studio at HK Visual Arts Centre, Exhibition Hall, 7a Kennedy Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2577 1360. Ends Fri

Built to Order - r_drawworld 0

Feng Mengbo incorporates computer games and game culture into his action paintings. Mon-Fri, 10am-6.30pm, Sat, 10am-6pm, Hanart TZ Gallery, 202 Henley Building, 5 Queen's Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2526 9019. Ends Feb 28

Beautiful Strangers

Artists Joe Chan Kiu-hong, Chung Wai-lun, Joe Lui Long-ting, Florian Ma Ho-yin convey their beliefs through abstract images and objects such as bubbles and bones. Mon-Sat, 1pm-8pm, Sun and public holidays, 1pm-7pm, Too Art, 2/F Hong Kong Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2834 0123. Ends Mar 4

A Year in the Life of a City

David Clarke's photographs of Hong Kong taken over a 12-month period. Today, 1.30pm-5.30pm, Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm, University Museum and Art Gallery, University of Hong Kong, 94 Bonham Rd, Pok Fu Lam. Inquiries: 2241 5512. Ends Mar 18

Mission Earthling - Unveiling the Secrets of the Human Body

On a journey through the body's sensory, reproductive, digestive and circulatory systems, the exhibition of games and challenges explores how the body works and how well it has adapted to life on Earth. Mon-Fri, 1pm-9m (closed Thu), Sat-Sun and public holidays, 10am-9pm, HK Science Museum, Science Museum Rd, TST East, HK$10, HK$20. Inquiries: 2732 3232. Ends Apr 8

Performing Arts

EDITOR'S PICK

Salsa Performance Night 1 & 2

Part of the Hong Kong Salsa Festival. International and local dance couples show off their moves, followed by a party with DJs. Today, 8pm, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, Rm 401, Convention Drive, Wan Chai, HK$250 (tickets at Newton Hotel in North Point or at the door). Inquiries: www.hksalsafestival.com

ESF Orchestra and Choir

The English Schools Foundation Orchestra and Choir perform works such as Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro, de Falla's Ritual Fire Dance and Mascagni's Cavalleria Rusticana. Tue, 7.30pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$60, HK$120. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Be My Violin Valentine

First violinist of the Grainger Quartet, Natsuko Yoshimoto, joins the HK Sinfonietta and guest conductor Edwin Outwater (conductor of the San Francisco Symphony) in works by Delius, Faure, Kreisler and Elgar. Tue-Wed, 8pm, HK City Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$150, HK$200 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Be My Valentine

The New Philharmonia of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Chorus perform romantic songs including Love is a Many Splendored Thing, My Heart Will Go On and I Will Always Love You. Wed, 8pm, HK City Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$120-HK$180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2411 6203

Jinsha

With more than 500 performances, the record-breaking Chinese musical is a story inspired by the mysterious site of Jinsha, which was the first major archaeological discovery made this century. Wed-Fri, Kwai Tsing Theatre, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, HK$120-HK$350 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Bravo! China

Edo de Waart conducts pianist Yingdi Sun and erhu player Chen Jun in a repertoire of Chinese orchestral works, including an adaptation of Xian Xinghai's The Yellow River Cantata and Chen Xaoxing's Galloping War-Horses. Thu-Fri, 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$100-HK$250 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 2030

Roger Waters - The Dark Side of the Moon

Concert with the British musician best known as one of the founders of Pink Floyd. Thu, 8pm, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, HK$390-HK$990 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 3128 8288

A Very Chinese New Year Concert

Guest conductor Edwin Outwater leads the Hong Kong Sinfonietta, percussionist Chau Chin-tung and violinist Natsuko Yoshimoto in a musical journey of east and west, with works by Shostakovich and Ng Cheuk-yin. Feb 23, 8pm, HK City Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$100-HK$180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2836 3336

Tuba in Chamber

Tuba player Cheung Ying-hung, who regularly performs with the New Philharmonia Orchestra of Hong Kong and the SAR Philharmonic Orchestra, plays with pianist Albert Lau Kin-kei in music by Strauss, Romberg, Handel and Chopin. Feb 23, 7.45pm, HK City Hall, High Block, 8/F Recital Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$60, HK$100 Urbtix. Inquiries: 6013 3516

Hong Kong Arts Festival

Counter booking available for performances starting on Feb 27. Various venues and times. Inquiries: www.hk.artsfestival.org

Muse

The British rock band play hits such as Supermassive Black Hole and Starlight. Mar 3, 8pm, Asia-World Expo, Hall 10, HK International Airport, Lantau, HK$380, HK$680 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 3128 8288

Family Fiesta

A series of children's programmes of puppetry, theatre, music and arts from local and international artists, including the following two performances. Mar 2-May 6, various venues and times, HK$50-HK$170. Inquiries: www.lcsd.gov.hk/cp

Kaleidoscope

Cia. Kukla performance company from Argentina combine black light and classical music to tell the story of a boy travelling to mysterious places. Mar 30-31, 8pm, (Mar 31 also at 3pm), Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre, 111 Shau Kei Wan Rd, Sai Wan Ho; Apr 1, 8pm, Tsuen Wan Town Hall, 72 Tai Ho Rd, Tsuen Wan. HK$120, HK$160 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Opereta Prima

The Argentinian company, La Pipetua, stages a spontaneous and eccentric circus act with bicycles, tennis racquets, three wacky clowns and a musician. Apr 6-7, Ngau Chi Wan Civic Centre, 2-3/F Ngau Chi Wan Municipal Services Bldg, 11 Clear Water Bay Rd, Kowloon; Apr 8, Tsuen Wan Town Hall, 72 Tai Ho Rd, Tsuen Wan; Apr 9, Sha Tin Town Hall, 1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin. Shows at 8pm. HK$100-HK$160 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Extra-curricular

Allen Carr Easyway To Stop Smoking

Five-hour seminar on how to quit smoking. In English. Today, 8.30am and 2.30pm, the Priory, 75 Wyndham St, Central, HK$2,850 (one session). Inquiries: 2911 7927

Public Auctions

Featuring more than 150 items such as furniture, collectibles, art, and liquidated jewellery. Bidding starts at HK$100. Today, 2.30pm-5.30pm, 8/F Kras Asia Industrial Bldg, 79 Hung To Rd, Kwun Tong. Inquiries: 2915 2155 or www.hkauctions.com

Green Drinks

Monthly gathering for participants to discuss the environment and societal issues. Also features five-minute chats with Doug Woodring on sea conservation and Will Lyon on energy saving. Tue, 7pm, Rooftop, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free. Inquiries: [email protected]

Feng Shui for a Better Tomorrow

Maria Borges gives an introductory talk on tips to create a harmonious living and work space. Tue, 7.15pm-8.30pm, Reflections Bookshop, 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St. Causeway Bay. Tel: 2504 1333

Relationships

XL Results Foundation hosts a seminar by Tim Brown, who introduces principles and practical information for building and maintaining relationships with family, friends and business associates. Wed, 7pm-9.30pm, Novotel Century, 238 Jaffe Rd, Wan Chai, free (members and guests), HK$200. Inquiries: [email protected]

Business and Human Rights: Three Perspectives

Corporate Social Responsibility Asia presents a seminar on responsible business practices and human rights abuses from speakers Roddy Shaw Kwok-wah, Dominique Muller and Richard Welford. Wed, 5.30pm-7.30pm, Time Warner, Taikoo Shing, Quarry Bay (registration required). Inquiries: 3579 8079 or www.csr-asia.com

Film

Wong Fei-hung: The Duel Against the Black Rascal

An arch-villain, played by Sek, capitalises on an unfair society. Directed by Wong Fung. In Cantonese with Chinese and English subtitles. Today, 2.30pm, HK Film Archive, 50 Lei King Rd, Sai Wan Ho, HK$30 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Summer Palace

Yu Hong leaves her village to study at Beijing University. She falls in love with a fellow student, but external events pull them apart. Directed by Lou Ye. In Putonghua with English subtitles. Today, 7.30pm, Agnes b. Cinema, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, HK$50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Shortbus

John Cameron Mitchell directs a steamy exploration of relationships. Banned in some countries due to its explicit sexual content. Winner of the Golden Eye Award for Best New Fiction Film at the Zurich Film Festival in 2006. In English with Chinese subtitles. Tue, 9pm, Agnes b. Cinema, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, HK$50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2582 0273

MACAU

All About Love

En Shao conducts the Macau Orchestra with Kong Zhaohui (violin), soprano You Hongfei and tenor Zhang Meilin in music by Tchaikovsky and He Zhanhao/Chen Gang. Wed, 9pm, Grand Auditorium, Macau Cultural Centre, Av. Xian Xing Hai, $50-$100 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 399 6633 or www.icm.gov.mo

Flight of Fancy

A Valentine's Day event featuring a concert by singer Justin Lo and a round-trip helicopter flight. Wed, 8pm, Roman Amphitheatre, Macau Fisherman's Wharf, $200-$680 patacas, includes a drink, photo and dance party. Inquiries: (853) 299 3388 or www.fishermanswharf.com.mo/

Welcoming the Year of the Pig

Fireworks display. Sat, 11pm, outside Macau Tower and the Macau Cultural Centre, free. Inquiries: www.macautourism.gov.mo

Treasure Island

Theatre Company HIKOSEN stages a children's musical based on fairy tales including Treasure Island. Feb 23, 8pm, Feb 24-25, 3pm, 8pm, Grand Auditorium, Macau Cultural Centre, Av. Xian Xing Hai, $80-$250 patacas. In Cantonese. Inquiries: (853) 2870 0699 or www.ccm.gov.mo

NATIONAL

BEIJING

Classic Concert of Teresa Teng

The singer (aka Teresa Deng) from Taiwan performs hits such as When Shall You Return? and Cloud River. Wed, 7.30pm, Forbidden City Music Hall, west side of Tiananmen, (in Zhongshan Park) 180-980 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 8408 5551 or www.ticketone.com.cn

Russian Symphony Orchestra

Performance by the national orchestra. Feb 18, 7.30pm, Poly Theatre, 50-1,000 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 8408 5551 or www.ticketone.com.cn

Shanghai

Rogers Waters

The Pink Floyd songwriter performs. Tomorrow, 8pm, Shanghai Grand Stage, (inside Shanghai Stadium, 1111 Caoxi Rd), 280-2,180 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 8408 5506 or www.ticketone.com.cn

Mantovani Orchestra Shanghai Tour (I)

The Italian musician blends violin music with pop. Wed, 7.30pm, Shanghai Grand Stage, (inside Shanghai Stadium, 1111 Caoxi Rd), 100-1,080 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 8408 5506 or www.ticketone.com.cn

TAIPEI

Ivo Pogorelich and Gwyneth Chen Piano Concert

Performance by Russian pianist Ivo Pogorelich with Gwyneth Chen, the youngest contestant in the inaugural International Solo Piano Competition. Today, 7.30pm, National Concert Hall, 21-1 Zhongshan S. Rd, NT$350-2,000, Inquiries: (88 62) 2341 9898 or www.ticket.com.tw

The Great Lion's Roar

The Taiwanese art troupe U Theatre uses drums, martial arts and music to present the story of a man who searches for true wisdom and bravery. Today, 7pm, Outdoor of National Palace Museum, 221 Zhishan Rd, Sec 2, free. Inquiries: (886 2) 2881 2021 or www.npm.gov.tw

The 2nd Freak-out-Beast Music and Art Festival

Featuring 140 live bands, plus Chinese-style hand-made products and word stamps. Today, 2pm-8pm, Yong Kang Street Park, Hsin Yi Rd, Sec 2, free, Inquiries: http://freakoutbeast.blogspot.com

Finding Nemo

Disney On Ice brings to life the children's film about a curious clown fish named Nemo. Fri, Feb 18-20, 11.30am, 3.30pm, 7.30pm; Sat, 11.30pm, 3.30pm, Taipei Arena 2, Sec 4, Nanjing East Rd, NT$800-2,300. Inquiries: (88 62) 2341 9898 or www.ticket.com.tw

REGIONAL

BANGKOK

The Bangkok City Ballet More than 200 students show off their talent in performances of The Nutcracker (1pm), Coppelia (3pm) and The Sleeping Beauty (5pm). Feb 18, Main Hall, Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Rd, 400-500 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or ww.thaiticketmaster.com

Moscow Chamber Orchestra

Chamber music with the Moscow Chamber Orchestra, with violinist Alexander Sitkovetsky playing works by Boccherini, Tchaikovsky, Sarasate and Glazunow. Conducted by Constantine Orbelian. Feb 19, 8pm, Main Hall, Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Rd, 400-1,500 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Light Fantastic

Photographer Manit Sriwanichpoom's black-and-white portraits of ordinary people. Tomorrow-Sat, 11am-7pm, Tang Gallery, The Silom Galleria, Silom Rd, free. Inquiries: (662) 630 1114 or www.tanggallery.com. Ends Sat

Singapore

Sir Cliff Richard Tour 2007

The British pop star, who has remained popular with generations of listeners since the late 50s, performs. Today, 8pm, Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk, S$88-$178. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

The Pickle King

New Zealand's Indian Ink Theatre Company present an imaginative play about finding the courage to love. Tomorrow-Fri, 3pm, 4.30pm and 8pm, DBE Arts Centre, Robertson Quay. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Elgar Anniversary: Perchance to Dream

Violinist Isabelle van Keulen plays Elgar's Violin Concerto in B minor, while Gerard Schwarz conducts the Singapore Symphony Orchestra in Strauss' Suite from Der Rosenkavalier. Thu, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Dr, S$11-$60. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

The Best of Wu Guanzhong Paintings

Oil paintings by one of China's great modern artists who paints distinctive landscapes. Tue-Sat, 11am-6pm, Art Retreat, 10 Ubi Crescent, Ubi Techpark, Lobby C, free. Inquiries: (65) 6749 0880

Xiang Xue Zhuang Collection

A collection of fine ancient Chinese ceramics, seals and inkstones. Mon, 1pm-7pm, Tue-Sun, 9am-7pm Tue-Sun (until 9pm on Fri), Asian Civilisations Museum, Empress Place, $2.5-$5. Inquiries: (65) 6332 2982. Ends Mar 18

Tokyo

Stevie Wonder

The R&B singer and musician performs. Sat, 4pm, Feb 18, 3pm, Saitama Super Arena, 11,000 yen. Inquiries: (81 5) 7000 3337

Deftones

Concert by the Grammy award-winning alternative rock band from California. Feb 18, 6pm, Zepp Tokyo, Odaiba, 6,500 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 5466 0777

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/Cityline credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

Cityline: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

Please e-mail performances and events to [email protected]

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