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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Paris Culture, Paris Info, Paris Inter

Alliance Francaise HK celebrates its 50th anniversary with a photo exhibition by Hong Kong native and francophile Tsang Ka Kit. Level UG, Festival Walk, Kowloon Tong. Inquiries: 2823 4920. Ends Mon

Playful Mind

Artworks with comic elements by four young artists. Thu-Tue, 10.30am-7.30pm. Shanghai St Artspace, G/F, 404 Shanghai St, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon. Inquiries: 2770 2157. Ends Mon

Art Mart 2003

A fund-raising campaign to support the non-profit Para/Site Art Space, which has helped more than 400 artists. Featuring pieces by more than 50 local artists selling their work for HK$1,000 each. Opens today. Para/Site Art Space, G/F, 2 Po Yan St, Sheung Wan. Inquiries: 2517 4620. Ends Dec 19

Hong Kong: The Inside Story

Print depictions of life in contemporary Hong Kong by HK-based architect and artist Iain Scott. Zee Stone Gallery, G/F, Yu Yuet Lai Building, 43-55 Wyndham St, Central. Mon-Sat, 10am-6.30pm; Sun, 1pm-5pm. Inquiries: 2810 5895. Ends Dec 19

Konstantin Bessmertny

A collection of 22 small oil-on-wood panels. The works are reminiscent of the icons of  Bessmertny's native Russia and depict quirky operatic scenes and characters. Tue-Sun, 11am-7pm. Galerie Martini, 1/F, 99F Wellington St, Central. Inquiries: 2526 9566. Ends Dec 24

Saturn and Oceania Glass Exhibition

Glass artists Ola Hoglund and Marie Simberg-Hoglund present their Saturn Collection. Using the Sommerso technique, heavy crystal is layered, separated by pockets of air with colour around the core. The Oceania exhibition starts Thu, featuring art glass by 92-year-old Italian glass master Alfredo Barbini. Mon-Sat, 11am-6pm. M'sMa Gallery, G/F, 41-43 Graham St, Central. Inquiries: 2541 6126. Both exhibitions end Dec 24

Passing By

Small, delicate watercolours by Diana Quan. Tue-Sat, 1pm-7pm; Sun, 2pm-5pm. John Batten Gallery G/F, 64 Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 2854 1018. Ends Jan 10

Visions Of Vietnam

American photographer and Hanoi resident Peter Steinhauer exhibits black-and-white images of Vietnam's hill tribe people at the recently opened Tao Evolution gallery. Mon-Fri, 10am-7pm; Sat, 11am-6pm. 62A Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 2521 1315. Ends Dec 31

Colours Of East And West

More than 60 works, created from the 1930s to the 80s by Chinese painter Lin Fengmianfrom the 1930s to the 80s. The still lifes, landscapes and portraits evoke the artist's fascination  with east-west art and culture. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm; Sun, 1.30pm-5.30pm. Free. HK University Museum & Art Gallery, Bonham Rd, Mid-Levels. Inquiries: 2241 5513. Ends Jan 11

Boundless Learning - Foreign-Educated Students Of Modern China

An exhibition about Chinese students who studied abroad and their contributions to the modernisation of China. Starts with the story of Yung Wing, who left for America in 1847, and covers the period up to 1949.  Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun, 10am-7pm. Museum of History,  100 Chatham Rd Sth, TST, $10. Inquiries: 2724 9042 Ends Feb 9

Performing Arts

In Love With Prague - Celebrating Dvorak's Centenary

The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of Italian maestro Carlo Rizzi and with his brother Marco on violin, celebrates the famous Czech composer. The programme includes the Dvorak's Violin Concerto and In Nature's Realm, and Brahms' Symphony No.2. Today, 8pm, Tuen Mun Town Hall; tomorrow, 8pm, Tsuen Wan Town Hall. $40, $80, Urbtix. Inquiries: 2312 6103

Cinderella

The Hong Kong Players' annual Christmas pantomime. Today, 7.30pm; tomorrow, 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Shouson Theatre, HK  Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. $180, $220, HK Ticketing.  For further information, visit www.hkticketing.com. Ends tomorrow

Formless

A collaborative work by video artists, composers and dancers exploring the potential of multimedia art using the Expressionist concept of formlessness. Performances: today, 8pm; tomorrow and Sun, 3pm and 8pm; Mon, 8pm. $120, Urbtix. Exhibition: tomorrow and Sun, 10am-2pm and 5pm-7pm;  Dec 15, 10am-7pm. Free. Exhibition Hall, HK City Hall. Inquiries:  2268 7323

The Scrooge

Uncle Dave's Big Day Out presents a drama for children aged 2-9. Interactive songs and sketches. Tomorrow and Sun, 11.30am and 2.30pm. Sun also at 5.30pm. Pizza and sandwich buffet served 30 minutes before show. $150 in advance, HK Ticketing, $180 at door. Under-5s free. Grappa's Country, Jardine House, Central. Inquiries: 2114 7139

Poco's Merry Christmas Event

Carol-singing, tree-decorating, arts and crafts, and a Christmas raffle. Sun, 11am-12.30pm, or 2pm-3.30pm. G/F, Olympian City 1 Shopping Centre, MTR Olympic Station. $64-$80, adults free.  Inquiries: www.pocosfinclub.com or 2899 2912

The Wind In The Willows

Island School Year 7 and Year 12 students perform the children's story classic. Suitable for children aged over 5. With live band, original music and audience participation. Today and tomorrow, 7pm. Island School, Main Hall, Borrett Rd, Mid-levels. $50. $80. Inquiries: 2524 7135

Legend Of The Snow Kingdom A live theatre and storytelling show, with aerial acts, music and special effects performed by an American cast. IFC Mall, Oval Atrium, 1/F, 8 Finance St, Central. In English. Suitable for all ages. Free. Daily, 1pm-1.40pm and 6.30pm-7.10pm. Inquiries: 2295 3308. Ends Dec 31

Extra-curricular

Ho Kom-tong: A Man For All Seasons Entrepreneur, philanthropist and Chinese community leader Ho Kom-tong was the man behind the Kom Tong Hall in Castle Road. His grandson discusses his life and times and the building's history. Today, 6.15pm. Extension Activities Room, 8/F, City Hall High Block, Central. Free. In English. Inquiries: 2813 7500.

Christmas Fair With Christmas gifts and lucky draws. Today, 10am-5pm. Ritz-Carlton Hotel, 3 Connaught Rd, Central. Inquiries: 9139 8300

Music-Go-Round-The-Peak RTHK's Radio 4 will set up various live music performances along the Lugard and Harlech Road trails. Harmonic, guitar, choral music, traditional Chinese pieces. Tomorrow, kick-off and live broadcast 2.30pm, Peak Galleria; walk 3.30pm-5.30pm. Inquiries: www.rthk.org.hk

Operation Santa Claus: Five-A-Side Football Tournament Soccer competitions, BBQ food and beverages, face-painting, a clown and a bouncy castle. Sun, 10am-4pm. PLA Base, Stanley Fort, Stanley (Citybus 6A and NWFB 14 go to the Fort). All funds raised will be donated to the appeal. Inquiries: 9836 7840

Carol Singing The Hong Kong Singers perform seasonal favourites. Sun, 1pm. G/F, Pacific Place, Admiralty (near UA cinema); Tue, 1pm. St John's Cathedral, Garden Rd, Central

Film

Oceanmen: Extreme Dive The latest Omnimax show is the story of  diving heroes from the 1960s to the present day. Wed-Mon, 1.30pm, 5pm and 8.30pm. The Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST. $24 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 0226 or www.hk. space.museum. Until Jan 31 2004

50 Years Of South Korean Cinema Fourteen classic works produced from the 1950s to the 90s by  renowned Korean directors. Screenings at Lecture Hall, HK Science Museum and the HK Film Archive. Most films with English subtitles. $40, Urbtix. Inquiries and programme times call 2734 2900 or go to www.lcsd.gov.hk/fp.  Ends Mon

All Tomorrow's Parties East Asia is ruled by an authoritarian sect, which confines misfits in re-education camps. Suddenly the sect collapses and the inmates must cope with their new-found freedom. Dec 19 and Jan 8, 7.30pm. In Mandarin with English subtitles. Lim Por Yen Film Theatre, HK Arts Centre, Wan Chai. $30, $50, HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2582 0268

Night Scene

Operation Santa Claus -  A Question Of Sport Support the Bankers UBS and Credit Suisse First Boston teams, as they compete in a sports quiz hosted by RTHK Radio 3. Teams will be allowed help from the audience. Delaney's will donate the drinks tab to Operation Santa Claus and RTHK will donate the auction proceeds of two special prizes. Tomorrow, 7pm. Delaney's Wan Chai, One Capital Place, 18 Luard Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2804 2880

Ray Beadle The Sydney-based guitarist and singer performs his own version of blues and jump swing. Tomorrow, 10.30pm. The Music Room, 2/F, California Entertainment Bldg, 34-36 D'Aguilar St, Central. Tickets $150, $160 at the door. Inquiries: 2845 8477

Skool Daze 'End Of Term' Party Classic dance music from the 1970s, 80s and 90s with DJs Fatboy Fat and Disco Dick. Tomorrow, 10.30pm until late at Heaven on Earth, Century Square Basement, 1-13 D'Aguilar St, Central. Free to people in school uniform before midnight, or $50. Inquiries: 9188 4610

Don't Panic

Performing high-energy rock and roll with Papa Jack. Sun, 9pm. The Hard Rock Cafe, 30 Canton Rd, TST. Free. Inquiries: 2375 1323

Music Beyond Borders - Jukka Perko

The Finnish alto and soprano saxophonist plays jazz and tango with members of the Hurmio-Orkesteri. Mon, 8pm. Studio 1, Broadcasting House, RTHK, 30 Broadcast Drive, Kowloon Tong. Inquiries  2339 6429 for free tickets

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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