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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Climate and Sea Level Changes in Hong Kong during the Past 500,000 years

Presents evidence for climate changes in Hong Kong.  Mon-Fri, 9am-10pm, Sat, 9am-7pm, Sun, 10am-7pm, The Art Gallery, 2/F, Main Library, University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Rd, Pokfulam. Inquiries: 2857 8240. Ends Sun

Portraits of Silence

German artist Silvia Willkens'   paintings  of women. Mon-Sat, 10am-6.30pm, Kwai Fung Hin Art Gallery, 20 Ice House St, Central. Inquiries: 2580 0058. Ends Sun

A Connoisseur's Vision

A group exhibition of the gallery's masterclass artists.  Mon-Sat, 10.30am-7pm, Sun, noon-6pm, Connoisseur Art Gallery, G3, Chinachem Hollywood Centre, 1 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2868 5358. Ends Feb 8

Parallels in Contrast

Ceramic art works by Werner Nowka and  Rosaria Rattin. Galerie Vee, 2/F, 225 Prince's Bld, 10 Chater Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2522 3166. Ends Feb 8

Facade Facade

Mixed media  works by Shanghai artist Huang Yuanqing. Daily, 10am-11.30am and 3pm-6.30pm, Brasserie on the 8th, Conrad International hotel, Pacific Place, Queensway, Admiralty. Inquiries: 2559 5141. Ends Feb 9

Ballads

Works by Malaysian-born, Hungary-based artist Charles Cham.  Mon-Sat, 11am-7pm, Sun 1pm-7pm, Karin Weber Gallery, G/F, 20 Aberdeen St, Central. Inquiries: 2544 5004. Ends Feb 17

The Tet Season Exhibition - Master Strokes

Works by Vietnamese artists.  Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm, Sun, 10.30am-6pm. Arch Angel Art, 38 Peel St, corner of Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2854 4255. Ends Feb 17

Hunting and Rituals - Treasures from the Ancient Dian Kingdom

The exhibition includes bronze figurines and containers, and a replica of the gold seal of the Dian king. Mon and Wed-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun, 10am-7pm, Special Exhibition Gallery, HK Museum of History, 100 Chatham Rd South, TST. Inquiries: 2724 9042. Ends Feb 21

Voices from Yunnan:

A Photovoice Exhibition

Photographs taken by villagers in China's northwest Yunnan province that provide a visual portrait of their lives and concerns.  Daily, 10am-8pm, M1, New Extension, Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai, free. Inquiries: 2526 3334. Ends Feb 28

Gathering of Earthly Gods

Ceramics dating from the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) to the mid-20th century.  Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm, Sun, 1.30pm-5.30pm, University Museum and Art Gallery, University of Hong Kong, 94 Bonham Rd, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong. Inquiries: 2241 5512. Ends Mar 20

Huang Yongyu at 80

Recent works by the artist.  Fri-Wed, 10am-6pm, Special Exhibition Gallery 1, 2/F, HK Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $10, free on Wed. Inquiries: 2721 0116. Ends Mar 28

Visual Dynamic - HK International Poster Triennial 2004

An exhibition of more than 400 award-winning posters from 40 countries and regions, created as art works, promotional posters and brand images. Mon and Wed-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun and public holidays, 10am-7pm. Hong Kong Heritage Museum, 1 Man Lam Rd, Sha Tin. $10, free on Wed. Inquiries: 2180 8188. Ends Jun 27

Performing Arts

Take 5

A theatrical performance of five short comedy pieces. Wed-Sat,  8pm, McAulay Theatre, Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. $180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Extra-curricular

Aladdin and the Magic Lamp

A musical drama with singing, magic tricks and audience interaction, in English. Starring magician Andy Ko as Aladdin. For children aged two and up.   Sat, 11.30am and 2.30pm, Grappa's Cellar Restaurant, Jardine House, Central, $150 advance, HK Ticketing, $180 at the door, includes lunch buffet served 30 minutes before show. Free for children under two. Inquiries: 2110 0014 or www.chunkyonion.com

Peter Pan

Peter Pan, Captain Hook and other characters from J.M. Barrie's classic story appear in this musical by Faust. In English with Chinese surtitles. Thu and Fri,  7.30pm, Sat,  2.30pm and 7.30pm, Lyric Theatre, Academy for Performing Arts, 1 Gloucester Rd, Wan Chai, $160-$688 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2584 8514. Ends Sat

English Language Clinic

Author Dr Gillian Bickley offers advice on all English language problems. By appointment only. Today,  6pm-8pm, English-Speaking Union, G04 The Center, Central. $75 ESU members, $90 non-members for a 15-minute session. Inquiries: 2186 8449

Mystic Mondays

Tarot card reading with Carolyne Borel. $100 for a 10-15-minute reading.  Every Mon, 7pm onwards. Bohemian Lounge, 3-5 Old Bailey St, Central. Inquiries: 2526 6099

How to Learn A Foreign Language

Amy Leung, author of the book No Sweat Cantonese, is the speaker at this month's meeting at the English-Speaking Union.  Feb 7, 6.30pm, G04, The Center, 99 Queen's Rd Central, $75 ESU members, $90 non-members. Inquiries: 2186 8449

Film

French Cinema: From Classic

to Contemporary

Twenty-six French films from the 1930s to the present-day.  Various times. HK Film Archive Cinema, 50 Lei King Rd, Sai Wan Ho, $40 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2739 2139 or www.filmarchive.gov.hk. Ends

Feb 13

Lost Worlds: Life in the Balance

Deep in the Guatemalan jungles lie the ruins of Tikal, a city that was the heart of the ancient Mayan civilisation.  Yet this great metropolis was mysteriously abandoned 1,000 years ago. What happened?   Not for children under three. Shows are in English and Cantonese. Wed-Mon, various times, Space Theatre, HK Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $12-$32. Inquiries : 2721 0226. Ends Mar 31

Bizarre Celestial Objects

Astronomers have discovered many new celestial objects, thanks to developments in space science and computer technology. Some, like the supernovas, can help us understand how stars evolve, but others pose conflicting theories. Shows in English and Cantonese. Not for children under three. Wed-Mon, various times, Space Theatre, HK Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, Kowloon, $12-$32. Inquiries: 2721 0226. Ends May 23

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine

credit-card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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