The Planner

Published: 12:00am, 25 Oct 2003

Exhibitions

Alumni Exhibition

Mainly focused on Chinese ink painting, alumni of the School of Continuing Studies show their recent works. Mon-Fri, 9am-7pm; Sat, 9am-5pm. SCS Central Learning Centre, Unit A, 1/F, Bank of America Tower, 12 Harcourt Rd, Central. Inquiries: 3111 7222. Until Oct 30

Lost Horizon

Landscapes in oil on canvas, and ink and colour works on paper by Chinese artist Bo Yun. His work expresses a joy in nature and particularly in the spiritual essence of landscapes. 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. Until Oct 31

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. Until Oct 31

Travelling

Pat Cale exhibits her simple ink paintings of nude women. Tue-Sun, 11am-8pm. Opt Studio Gallery, 5 Prince's Terrace, G/F, Mid-Levels. Inquiries: 2536 9818 or www.5opt.com.hk. Until Nov 5

Rustic Images - Shiwan Ware From The Eryi Caotang Collection

The Shiwan potters of Guangdong were known for the variety of glazes - from pomegranate red to greenish blue - they used on everyday objects and models of animals. Mon-Sat, 10am-4.45pm; Sun, 12.30pm-5.30pm. The Art Museum, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Sha Tin. Inquiries: 2609 7416. Until Nov 16

Performing Arts

Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra - Warren Lee

The HK Philharmonic Orchestra presents a concert of popular classics by Dvorak, Haydn and Shostakovich with top local pianist Warren Lee. Lee and HKPO principal trumpet Jonathan Clarke will feature in Shostakovich's Piano Concerto No 1 with the orchestra, conducted by Samuel Wong. Today, 8pm. Jockey Club Auditorium, HK Polytechnic University. $60, $120, $180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2312 6103

Guqin Masters

Wu Zhao and Chen Changlin perform a recital as part of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department's Guqin Music Series. Tomorrow, 8pm. Studio Theatre, HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST. $150 Urbtix. Programme inquiries: 2268 7321, or www.lcsd.gov.hk/cp

Dance Me To The End Of Love

Based on Nobel Prize-winning author Herman Hesse's famous novel Siddharta and the songs of Leonard Cohen. Performed by Theatre du Pif with choreography by Scotland's Alan Greig. Today, 8pm; tomorrow, 3pm. Hong Kong City Hall Theatre, Edinburgh Place, Central. $100, $150 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2904 2030

Academy Jazz Week

Students from HK Academy for the Performing Arts perform live jazz. Oct 27, 1.15pm, Academy Atrium Lounge, 1/F Foyer; Oct 28, 8pm, Academy Concert Hall. Free. (Tickets for Oct 28 performance will be released half an hour before the show.) Inquiries: 2584 8580

Extra-curricular

The Ugly Duckling

Uncle Dave's Big Day Out presents a live musical drama for children aged two to 9. Today, 11.30am and 2.30pm; tomorrow, 11.30am, 2.30pm and 5.30pm. Grappa's Country, Jardine House, Central. $150 advance (www.hk.ticketing.com) or $180 at door. Includes lunch buffet. Free for children under two. Inquiries: 2114 7139

Shagadellic 3

Dress up and party to the music of the 1960s and 70s at this themed charity night. Today, 7.30pm till late. HK Football Club, 3 Sports Rd, Happy Valley. $650, includes buffet dinner and free bar until 10.30pm (followed by cash bar). Profits go to the Christina Noble Children's Foundation. Inquiries and bookings: 2832 2186

Picnic For Dachshunds

Dachshund owners and their dogs are invited to a picnic organised by the Asian and Hong Kong Dachshund Society. Tomorrow, 10am-4pm. Arboretum, Lions Nature Education Centre, Sai Kung. Inquiries: 6173 5268

Christie's Auction

Exceptional Chinese paintings, imperial works of art, Southeast Asian pictures, watches, jadeite and jewellery. Tomorrow-Oct 28, 10.30am-6.30pm. Ballroom, JW Marriott Hotel. Inquiries and schedule: 2978 9966

Hong Kong Philosophy Cafe

An open discussion on the topic 'Why is there something rather than nothing?' Introduced by Roy Butler and Alan Taylor. Oct 28, 7.30pm-10pm. Museum Cafe, HK Museum of Art, TST. Free. Inquiries: 6280 0749

HK Harbour Fest

Today: Westlife/Energy & Evonne Hsu $588, $388, $288 $158; tomorrow: Air Supply/Ronald Cheng & Eason Chan $388, $288 $158; Oct 30: Gipsy Kings/Danny Diaz $588, $388, $288, $158; Oct 31: Asian All-Star Night Shine/Boy'z/Candy Lo/Gigi Leung/Yumiko $388, $288, $158; Nov 1: Santana $988, $758, $488, $258; Nov 2: Gary Valenciano (two shows) All seats $158; Nov 6: Neil Young and Michelle Branch $988, $758, $488, $258; Nov 7 and 9: The Rolling Stones, $1,988, $1,288, $588, $288.

Tamar Site, Admiralty. All shows 8pm unless stated. Line-ups subject to change (www.hkharbourfest.com). Tickets from Tom Lee outlets and HK Ticketing - hotline 3128 8288. www.hkticketing.com

Rockit Festival

Today, 11am-11pm. In order of appearance: Garoupa (HK), Leslie Loh (UK), The Academy (HK), The Feelers (NZ), Audiotraffic (HK), Uncle Joe (HK), Six By Seven (UK), A Guy Called Gerald (UK), Electric Eel Shock (JP), DJ Suv Live Showcase (UK), Finlay Quaye (7pm) (UK), Waxed Apple (UK), Robot Live (HK), White Label (HK). Tomorrow, 11am-11pm: Nude (HK), Leslie Loh (UK), PNS (HK), Semi IQ (HK), False Alarm (HK), Whence He Came (HK), Mark Gardener (ex-Ride) and Gold Rush (UK), Buddhiston (JP), Regurgitator (AUS), DJ Marky, XRS & MC Stamina (Brazil), The Spanish Harlem Orchestra (6.30pm) (USA), Franklin Ayala + salsa mania (USA), Erratica (HK), Boombox Sound System (UK)

Victoria Park. Local acts and children's entertainment to be announced. Tickets: $120 per day, available from HMV outlets. Limited number of tickets available on the door. Visit www.rockit-hk.com

Film

Chinese Film Panorama 2003

Eleven recent mainland films. All films are in Putonghua with English subtitles. $40 Urbtix. Various venues, for inquiries and programme information: 2734 2900 or www.lcsd.gov.hk/fp. Until Oct 31

German Language Film Festival

With English sub-titles. Lim Por Yen Film Theatre, Upper Basement, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. $30, $50 HK Ticketing. Programme inquiries: 2802 0088 or www.goethe.de/max2003. Until Nov 2

Night Scene

John Creighton Murray

A top violin virtuoso, Murray's long and distinguished career has toured to critical acclaim in Europe and the US. He will play two dinner recitals. Oct 28 and 31, 7.30pm. La Boheme, 3-5 Old Bailey St, Central. $450, includes three-course dinner and cocktails with the artist. Reservations: 2526 6099

Vanessa Namin

The French vocalist performs well-known jazz repertoires including the songs of Charles Aznavour, Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel. Mon-Fri, 7.30pm, Sat, 9.45pm. Champagne Bar, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2584 7655. Until Jan 10

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

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