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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Hong Kong And The Pearl River c.1788-1936

Paints, prints, photographs and maps. Tue-Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 1-5pm. Wattis Fine Art, 2/F, 20 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2524 5302 or www.wattis.com.hk. Ends tomorrow

Dual Solo Exhibitions

Rita Hui and  Inam Yong  explore how we look at different genders and our relationships with others. Wed-Sun, noon-7pm. Para/Site Art Space, G/F, 2 Po Yan St (enter from 224 Hollywood Rd), Sheung Wan. Ends Sun

Selected Contemporary Artists Of Australia

Works by more than 40 painters and sculptors. Bark Modern Art, 13-14 Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Tue-Fri, noon-7pm; Sat-Sun, noon-6pm. Inquiries: 2537 7271. Ends Nov 26

Tree Man

Two digitalised paintings by Danny Yung, one appropriated from an ancient Chinese painting, and the other from the July 1 rally. 1a space, Unit 14, Cattle Depot Artist Village, 63 Ma Tau Kok Rd, To Kwa Wan, Kowloon. Tue-Sat, noon-8pm; Sun, noon-6pm. Inquiries: 2529 0087 or 9499 1569. Ends Nov 28

Portraits Of Chinese People

Freelance photographer and ex-Stern photojournalist Michael Wolf exhibits his large colour photographic portraits of people he met in China.  Tue-Sat, 1pm-7pm; Sun, 2pm-5pm. John Batten Gallery, G/F, 64 Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 2854 1018. Ends Nov 29

Performing Arts

Instruments In Focus The HK Philharmonic Orchestra's own principal players, featuring timpanist and composer James Boznos (premiering his Concerto For Timpani, Roto-drums And Orchestra),  principal flute Megan Sterling and principal oboe Huang Zheng. Today, 8pm, Tsuen Wan Town Hall, and tomorrow, 8pm, Sha Tin Hall Auditorium. $60-$160 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2312 6103 or www.hkpo.com

Drum, Dizi, Wind And String Music

The Chinese Music Company of Hong Kong performs  well-known Chinese works.  Sun,  8pm. Auditorium,  Yuen Long Theatre, 9 Yuen Long Tia Yuk Rd, NT. $60-$100 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

From Bach To Bernstein And Beyond

Choral pieces set to biblical texts by classical and modern composers. Performed by the HK Bach Choir.  Nov 25, 8pm. HK City Hall Concert Hall. $130, $180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Great Choral Works II Hong Kong Voices and the Hong Kong Chamber Orchestra perform works from Bach, Mozart and Vaughan Williams.  In aid of the St Barnabas Society. Nov 27, 8pm-9.30pm. St John's Cathedral, Garden Rd, Central. $50-$250. Inquiries: 9378 1386 or www.hkvoices.org

Extra-curricular

Caribbean Street Carnival Fun and games at the Lan Kwai Fong Street Carnival.  Today,  6.30pm-midnight, tomorrow, noon-midnight and Sun, noon-9pm, Lan Kwai Fong

Hong Kong Art Biennial 2003 - Talk Series

Leung Mee-ping and Ho Siu-kee, HK Art Biennial winners, will talk on the Hong Kong Art Biennial and artistic careers. Tomorrow, 10.30am-12.30pm. Asia Art Archive, 2/F, 8 Wah Koon Building, 181-191 Hollywood Rd, Central. In English. Free, reservation required. Inquiries: 2815 1112

POCO'S Family Fun Day

Fun and educational activities for children aged two to seven and their parents.  Sun, 11am-12.30pm, or 2pm-3.30pm. G/F, Olympian City1 Shopping Centre, MTR  Olympic station. $136, $160. Adults free. All activities in English. Inquiries: 2899 2912 or www.pocosfunclub.com

Film

10th European Film Festival

Screenings at HK Science Museum and HK Film Archive. $50 Urbtix. For programme information: 2522 0033 or www.urbtix.gov.hk. Ends Nov 26

Art Of Commercials 2003

Annual two-part series includes contributions from  Britain, Japan and Asia-Pacific countries, and a selection of the best commercials from the 1980s and 90s. Fri-Sun, various screening times. Lim Por Yen Film Theatre, HK Arts Centre, Upper Basement, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. $25, $40 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2582 0200 or www.hkac.org.hk. Ends Dec 7

Hong Kong Jewish Film Festival

Opens with The Hebrew Hammer,  a politically incorrect spoof that aims to offend.  Tomorrow, 7.45pm. Cine-Art House, G/F, Sun Hung Kai Centre, 30 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai.  $45-$180 CityLine or on the door. All films in English or with English subtitles. For full schedule and venue information: 2554 7070 or www.hkjewishfilmfest.org. Festival ends Nov 30

Night Scene

Break DJs

The Uncut Dope DJs are back with more  nu-skool breaks. Today, and the third Fri of every month, 11pm-5am. Yumla, Lr Basement, Harilela House, 79 Wyndham St, Central. Free. Inquiries: 2147 2382

Drum And Bass Party

Phreaktion's Koncrete Jungle drum and bass series celebrates its first anniversary. With special guest DJ Specialist, supported by Johnathan, JP Lui, Siesta, Tim, Ken C and MC Snicka G. Today, 10.30pm till late. Amnesia, 3/F, Al Aqmar House, 30 Hollywood Rd, Central. $50

Jazz At The Waterfront

Eugene Pao performs open-air jazz, with Angelita Li on vocals, Ted Lo on piano, Jun Kung on drums and Rudy Balbuena on bass. Sun,  5.30pm. Organised by RTHK Radio 4. Area C, HK Cultural Centre Piazza, TST. Free

Saturday Night Jazz Orchestra

Playing the big band jazz music of Count Basie, Glenn Miller and more.   Elaine Liu is guest vocalist. Nov 29, 10.30pm. Fringe Studio, 2 Lr Albert Rd, Central. $60, includes one drink. Inquiries: 2521 7251 or www.hkfringeclub.com

Christmas Fairs

Highgate House School

Christmas gifts, decorations and handicrafts, puppet shows,   mince pies, mulled wine and more.  Tomorrow, 10.30am-2pm. 100 Peak Rd, The Peak. Inquiries: 2849 6336

Sha Tin College And Junior School Fair Annual fundraising fair,  with pony rides, Santa's Grotto, live music,  crafts, fashion show, stalls and homemade food. Tomorrow, 11am-5pm. Free shuttle bus from Fo Tan KCR House, Siu Wo Lane, Fo Tan. Nearest KCR station: Fo Tan.  Inquiries: 2699 1811

Market Day - Pacific View

Books, toys, lamps, jewellery, make-up and makeovers, seasonal foods and more. Tomorrow, 2pm-5.30pm. The Clubhouse Function Room, Pacific View, 38 Tai Tam Rd. Inquiries: 9301 3234

JW Marriott Hotel

Toys, jewellery, children's and ladies' clothing, home furnishings and more. Nov 27, 10am-5pm. JW Marriott Hotel, Pacific Place. Inquiries: 9326 3093

Urbtix: 2734 9009 Urbtix/CityLine credit card booking: 2111 5999 Fringe: 2521 7251 CityLine: 2317 6666 HK Ticketing: 3128 8288  For a complete listings service  visit totallyhk.scmp.com



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