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Exhibitions

2D/3D

Contemporary Indian art and sculpture from a new generation of Indian artists including Radha-krishnan, Harsha Vardhanda and Sunil Padwal. Daily, 11am-7pm. HK Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Rd. Inquiries: 2537 7634. Ends  tomorrow

Jing De Zhen Porcelain And Ceramic Exhibition

The Jiangxi province city of Jing De Zhen is famous for the quality of its ceramics and this exhibition and sale is of vases, bowls and ceramic-based pictures. Daily, 10am-10pm. UG/F Olympian Hall Exhibition Area, Olympian City 1, 11 Hoi Fan Rd, West Kowloon. Inquiries: 2155 1969. Ends  tomorrow

World Of Maps

An exhibition of decorative and collectible antique maps of China, Asia and other parts of the world from 1570-1930.  Today, 10am-6pm. Pine Suite, 22/F, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Central. Inquiries: 2501 0599

6D Enchantment

Sun Kwok-twin uses traditional artist's materials of oils, watercolours and enamels, as well as glass, metal and newspaper and magazine clippings, to construct 3D elements into his 2D paintings. E & J Gallo Gallery, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 7251. Until Sep 29

Self

Non-profit art organisation Upper Bunk exhibits a range of work by artists who explore how we define ourselves and our character - truthfully and otherwise. Tue-Sun, 2pm-8pm. Artist Commune, M63, Unit 12, Cattle Depot Artists Village, 63 Ma Tau Kok Rd, Kowloon. Inquiries: 2104 3322. Ends Sep 30

Canvases Of The Heart And Soul

Established Vietnamese painters Doan Hoang Lam and Le Thong exhibit their oils. Doan's Hoang Lam's are powerful and introspective while Le Thong paints women as beautiful and ethereal. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm; Sun, 10.30am-6pm. Arch Angel Art, 38 Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 2854 4255 or antiques@archangelantiques.com.hk. Until Oct 2

Language Is Form

One of our leading oil painters, Francis Yu Wai-luen paints figures in a western style juxtaposed with Chinese characters to reflect both his upbringing in Hong Kong and his commentary view on current social issues. Mon-Sat, 11am-7pm. Grotto Fine Art, 2/F, 31 C-D Wyndham St, Central. Inquiries: 2121 2270. Until Oct 3

Wonders In Deep Waters

Husband and wife team Stephen Wong and Takako Uno dived deep in the world's oceans to capture the underwater creatures  on film.  The bold photographs include hammerhead sharks, chevron barracudas and gigantic jellyfish. Daily, 9am-7pm. 1/F, Devon House, Taikoo Place, 979 King's Rd, Quarry Bay. Inquiries: 2844 5095. Until  Oct 3

The Virtue Of Tranquil Beauty

Inner Mongolia-born Xue Mo's contemplative oil portraits of Asian women. Based in Beijing, the artist creates work described as a return to pure painting in the style  of a Chinese Vermeer. Mon-Sat, 11am-7pm; Sun, 1pm-7pm. Karen Weber Gallery, 32A Staunton St, Central. Inquiries: 2544 5004. Until Oct 4

About Women

Contemporary Chinese artists offer portraits of women including Tsui Tin-yun's mysterious beauties, Xie Hengxing's Yi women from Yunnan and Sichuan provinces and Liu Yuanshou's depictions of women in traditional costumes. Mon-Sat, 10.30am-7pm; Sun, noon-6pm. Connoisseur Art Gallery, Shop G3, Chinachem Hollywood Centre, 1 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2868 5358. Until Oct 5

Human Form

Xu Wentao's series of realist-style nudes have luminous skin  and self-confidence. Mon-Sat, 10.30am-6.30pm. Schoeni Gallery, G/F, 21-31 Old Bailey St, Central. Inquiries: 2869 8802. Until  Oct 6

93 Million (Miles From The Sun)

Simon Birch introduces 50 of his latest works, including collaborations with some of Asia's most respected artists. The emphasis is on portraits of Hong Kong's most dynamic individuals.  Bark Modern Art Gallery, 1/F, 13-14 Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Inquiries: 2861 3317. Until Oct 7

World Press Photo Exhibition

This exhibition presents the results of the world's largest and most prestigious press photography contest which travels to 35 countries worldwide. FCC, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 1511. Until Oct 8

Ka Folk Restaurant

Three artists'  impressions of the  traditional Hong Kong tea house (the chan-chaan teng in Cantonese).  Thu-Tue, 10.30am-7.30pm. The Shanghai St Artspace, 404 Shanghai St, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon. Guided tour Oct 7, 4.30pm, reservation required. Inquiries: 2770 2157. Until Oct 11

Hina Matsuri

Girls Festival is celebrated each year in Japan when parents display a set of dolls to wish for their daughters' happiness. Artist Fumino Hora takes the festival as her inspiration for a series of metal sculptures. Mon-Fri, 10am-7pm; Sat, noon-6pm. 10 Chancery Lane, SoHo. Inquiries: 2810 0065. Until Oct 18

Performing Arts

Macbeth

Verdi's four-act  opera based on Shakespeare's tragedy stars baritones Gary Simpson and Marco Chingari and sopranos Xiuwei Sun and Francesca Patane. David Stern  conducts the HK Philharmonic Orchestra and the HK Society Chorus. Performed in Italian with Chinese and English  surtitles.  Daily, 7.30pm. $120, $240, $360, $500, $650 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321. Until Sep 29

Homage To Haydn

Founder and director of the Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood conducts the Hong Kong Sinfonietta in a series of works dedicated to Haydn, including the master's Symphony No 103 in E flat as well as Schnittke's teasing Moz-Art A La Haydn and new  works by composer Christopher Holloway. Today, 8pm. HK City Hall Theatre. $100, $160, $250 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2836 3336 or www.HKSL.org

The Adventures Of Robin Hood

Uncle Dave's Big Day Out presents the classic tale of the adventurer who robbed the rich to feed the poor. Cheer on Robin and his  merry men and boo the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. For children aged 2-9.  Today, 11.30am, 2.30pm;  today, 11.30am, 2.30pm and 5.30pm. Grappa's Country, Jardine House, Central. $150-$180 (includes a pizza, sandwich and soft drink buffet) HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2114 7139 or www.chunkyonion.com

Huehuetl

The four-piece group perform the ancient music and dances of the Indian Mayas and Aztecs for free  tomorrow, 4pm-6pm. Indoors, HK Cultural Centre, TST. The  performers are available for hire on Sep 29. Inquiries: 2758 6209

Opera Passion

The City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong opens its new season with a cocktail of opera classics by guest artist Alison Pearce, the British soprano who appears regularly at London's Royal Opera House, and Hong Kong's bass-baritone Derek Anthony. The wide-ranging programme includes music by Handel, Mozart, Puccini and Gershwin. Sep 30, 8pm. HK City Hall Concert Hall. $150-$250 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2857 2402

Ibrahim Ferrer

The Buena Vista Social Club presents a return performance of the Cuban septuagenarian singer, in Hong Kong to promote his Grammy-award winning album Buenos Hermanos. Oct 10, 8.30pm. Grand Hall, HK CEC, Wan Chai. $780, $1,080 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 3128 8288

Extra-curricular

Synergy 24 Drum Competition

As part of the HK Drum Festival, the HK Chinese Orchestra is holding the first round of the synergy 24 drum competition in which junior, intermediate and senior groups will compete to play in the Majestic Drums II concert.  Today and tomorrow, 11am-5pm. HK Cultural Centre, Piazza C, TST. Free. Inquiries: 3185 1601

Oliver! Auditions

Faust is holding auditions for adult roles in the musical Oliver, based on Charles Dickens' novel. Those with a penchant for singing, dancing and acting could find themselves performing in the show, which will take place from Mar 17-27, 2004.  Today, 1pm-5pm; Sep 29, 6.30pm-10pm. 34/F, One IFC, 1 Harbour View St, Central. Inquiries: 2547 7150, or info@FaustWorld.com

Water Ski And Skateboarding Champions

The annual open water ski and skateboarding championships brings together more than 60 water skiing and wakeboarding athletes from all over the world. There will be flips, spins and acrobatic stunts.  Today, 9am-6pm. Chong Hing Water Sports Centre. Inquiries: 9439 8333

Same-sex Marriages

Voice your opinions and join the debate as the Kowloon branch of the HK Philosophy Cafe considers whether same-sex marriages should be introduced in Hong Kong. Sep 30, 7.30pm. The Museum Cafe, HK Museum of Art, TST. Inquiries: http://groups.msn.com/HongKongPhilosophyCafe

Contemporary Asian Art Forum

The Asia Art Archive and the International Association of Art Critics bring together artists, curators and art professionals from Asian countries to discuss building networks in the contemporary Asian art world. In English and Cantonese. Sep 30, 5.45pm-9.30pm. Lim Por Yen Film Theatre, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. Free. To reserve seats: 2815 1112 or project@aaa.org.hk

Film

The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

Sergio Leone's 1966 classic spaghetti western was a new direction for an old genre and helped revive it. It starred Clint Eastwood as The Man With No Name, Eli Wallach and Lee Van Cleef.  Tomorrow, 5.30pm. Lim Por Yen Film Theatre, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd. Wan Chai. $50, $30 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2582 0200

Night Scene

Danny Diaz

Last chance to catch the singer and musician who sings everything from Elvis Presley to Barry White. Whether he is singing in English, Cantonese, Putonghua, Spanish or Tagalog, the versatile Diaz is known for reinterpreting American classics with a Hong Kong twist and improvising jokes with the audience throughout the set. Today,  10.30pm-late. Eyes Club and Bar, Miramar Hotel, 118-130 Nathan Rd, TST. No cover. Inquiries: 2315 5392

Friki Tiki

Hula  in your loudest shirt to this Hawaiian-themed pool party with cocktails, inflatables and fire torches. Sounds courtesy of DJs Bodhi, Tomoko and Simon Pang.  Today, 7pm-2am. Kowloon Cricket Club, 10 Cox's Rd, TST. $200, includes  barbecue, happy hour priced drinks, towels and changing facilities. Tickets from Baby Buddha and Bar Yumla. Inquiries:  9199 7372

Don't Panic

Playing covers from The Red Hot Chili Peppers to The Rolling Stones, Don't Panic take to the stage from 10pm  today. No cover. The Wanch, 54 Jaffe Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2861 1621

Fiona O'Loughlin

Tall tales and escapades in the Australian bush from this mother of five provide the laughs in her one-woman show. Comedienne Fiona O'Loughlin is back by popular demand following her hit show From Here To Maternity at the beginning of the year.  Today, 9.30pm. Fringe Theatre, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central. $120-$150 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2521 7251

Progressive Rhythm III

DJ Tszpun teams up with Sunn, Yin, Tak and Jimi K for an evening of fierce beats and wild times. Today, 11pm-6am. Queen's Club, 1/F, Queen's Theatre, Theatre Lane, Central. $160 advance or $180 at the door. Inquiries: 2522 7773

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

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