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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Upstairs Downstairs - a Dialogue with Hong Kong

A multi-media show that focuses on the often surprising occupants of the upper floors of the city's commercial buildings. By Hung Keung, Lukas Tam Wai-ping, and ADO (Sit Lik-hoi, Yip Siu-ka). Video shorts will be screened at various times. Daily, noon-10pm, Broadway Cinematheque and Kubrick, 3 Prosperous Garden, Yau Mai Tei. Inquiries: 2892 1998.

Ends tomorrow

Erotic Matters - 100 Years of Erotic Objects in Hong Kong

Changes in attitudes towards sex are reflected in this exhibition of historical sculptures, publications, posters and toys produced in Hong Kong since the 19th century. Recommended for adults only. Mon-Fri, 10am-8pm, Sat, 2pm-6pm, Goethe-Gallery, Goethe-Institut Hong Kong, 14/F, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, free. Inquiries: 2802 0088. Ends Mar 10

Big Film Poster Show

Original vintage movie posters. Opens Mar 2, and continues Tue-Sat, 11am-6pm, Picture This, Suite 603B, 6/F, Office Tower, 9 Queen's Road, Central. Inquiries: 2525 2820. Ends Mar 12

Early Hong Kong Tramways

To celebrate the recent centenary of Hong Kong Tramways, the University Museum and Art Gallery, presents two exhibitions: Early Hong Kong Tramways looks at urban development along its tracks since their construction in 1902 (ends Apr 4). Hong Kong Tramways is an exhibition of photographs by David Young, Ricky Poon and Ella Tam (ends Mar 13). Umag, University of Hong Kong, 94 Bonham Rd, Mid-Levels. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm, Sun, 1.30pm-5.30pm (closed  Mar 16 and public holidays), free. Inquiries: 2241 5512

Gathering of Earthly Gods

More than 160 ceramics dating from the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) to the mid-20th century. Most of the exhibits have never been shown to the public before. The Shiwan wares are from the collections of the International Shiwan Ceramics Association. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm, Sun, 1.30pm-5.30pm, University Museum and Art Gallery, The University of Hong Kong, 94 Bonham Rd, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong. Inquiries: 2241 5512.

Ends Mar 20

In the Dog House

Dog portraits in oil on canvas by Beijing-based artist Bob Yan. Opens today, Feb 24, 6pm-9pm. Dog owners and pets are invited to the opening. Continues Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun, 2pm-5pm, Yan Gallery, 77 Wyndham St, Central. Inquiries: 2139 2345. Ends Mar 20

Eternity and a Moment: Paintings by Lam Man-kong

About  50 of the Fujian-born, Paris resident's recent drawings and oil paintings.  Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm, Sun, 1.30pm-5.30pm, University of Hong Kong, 94 Bonham Rd, Mid-Levels.  Inquiries: 2241 5512.

Ends Mar 20

Photographs of China and its People 1862 - 1872

Photographs taken by Hong Kong resident John Thomson (1837 -1921). Tue-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun, 1pm-5pm, Wattis Fine Art, 2/F, 20, Hollywood Road, Central. Inquiries: 2524 5302l. Ends Mar 23

Huang Yongyu at 80:

An Art Exhibition

Recent works by the artist renowned for his luxuriant colours and pioneering techniques.  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

Impressionism: Treasures from the National Collection of France

Impressionist masterpieces from the Musee d'Orsay in Paris and other  French museums. Exhibits include The Dance Class by Degas and Monet's Water Lilies as well as works by Manet, Sisley, Cezanne and others. Fri-Wed, 10am-8pm, Contemporary Hong Kong Art Gallery, 2/F, Hong Kong Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $10-$30. Inquiries: 2721 0116. Ends Apr 10

Building Hong Kong

Red White Blue

Two- and three-dimensional contributions by 20 artists, designers and students' groups inspired by the red, white and blue- striped plastic shopping bags that are ubiquitous in the city. 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 Apr 18

Performing Arts

Opera: Masterpieces by Tong Tik-sang

Actors Mui Suet-see and Lee Lung star  in performances of June Snow (tomorrow) and Princess Chang Ping  (Tue). Performed in Cantonese with  Putonghua surtitles and English scene synopses. 7.30pm, Auditorium, Sha Tin Town Hall, $45-$350 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2824 2430

The Blind Boys of Alabama

The six-man group sings inspirational gospel songs with innovative arrangements, and contemporary songs. Today and tomorrow,  8pm HK Cultural Centre Concert Hall, $60-$380 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2824 2430

Cantus Dei: Russian Orthodox Choir

The choir performs Gregorian chants from the 9th-11th centuries, and masterpieces of religious services and prayers from the 18th and 19th centuries. Wed-Thu,  St John's Cathedral, Garden Rd, Central, $100-$200 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival,

2824 2430

Regina Carter Quintet

The New York-based jazz violinist and her four-piece band play a mixture of standard and Latin jazz, ballads and classical compositions. Thu-Fri,  8pm, HK Cultural Centre Concert Hall, $75-$450. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2824 2430

Brazilian Guitar Quartet

Dubbed the Dream Team of Brazil's most brilliant guitarists, the four will perform works by Bach, Albeniz and Brazilian classics. Fri,  HK City Hall Concert Hall, $50-$280 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival,

2824 2430

Ysaye Quartet

The four former Paris Conservatoire students play a selection of works for strings by French composers Debussy, Jadin and Faure. Sat,  8pm, HK City Hall Concert Hall, $50-$220 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival,

2721 2030

Perchance to Dream

A dramatic performance about the human condition, based on five of Shakespeare's plays. Performed by the Footsbarn Travelling Theatre in English and some French, with  Cantonese and English surtitles. Thu-Sat,  7.30pm, Mar 13, 2.30pm, Lyric Theatre, HK Academy for Performing Arts, $70-$320 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival,

2721 2030

Divana: Musicians and Poets of Rajasthan

Richly emotional folk and gypsy songs from northern India. Mar 13, HK City Hall Concert Hall, $50-$280 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2721 2030

Annie Get Your Gun

The Hong Kong Singers present the Irving Berlin musical.  Wed-Sat,  7.30pm-10pm, (Sat also at 2.30pm-5pm),  Mar 13, 7pm-9.30pm, Mar 14, 7.30pm-10pm, HK City Hall Theatre, $230-$330 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2537 4180

Piano Recital: Rachel Cheung

The 12-year-old piano prodigy will play pieces by Bach, Haydn, Chopin, Faure, Liszt and Prokofiev. Mar 14, 8pm, HK City Hall Concert Hall, $50-$180 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2721 2030

Ensemble Antipodes

The eight-member ensemble performs modern classics and the works of two Chinese composers. Mar 16, 7.45pm, HK City Hall Theatre, $45-$120 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2721 2030

Music for Clarinet and Piano

Works by French composer Eugene Bozza performed by Leanne Manning on clarinet and Mary Wu on piano.  Mar 16, 1.15pm.-2pm, St John's Cathedral, Garden Road, Central. Free. Inquiries: 2523 4157

Extra-curricular

Operation Smile

Joint-School Walkathon

A sponsored walk organised by several Hong Kong schools to raise money for children suffering from facial deformities.  Today, 8.30am-11.30am. The 5km walk starts from HK International School, Middle School field, 700 Tai Tam Reservoir. Food and entertainment provided. Inquiries: Jessica Hui at 050495@hkis.edu.hk

Small Press Dim Sum

A showcase of original books by Hong Kong writers. Authors and illustrators will attend.  Today, noon-2pm, Grand Stage, 2/F, Western Market, 323 Des Voeux Rd, Sheung Wan, $60 including dim sum. Bookings: www.blacksmithbooks.com. Inquiries: 3120 5246

52 Well-Rounded Women Reveal (Almost) All

The launch party of Imprint 2005, an annual anthology of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, humour and travel writing by 52 members of the Hong Kong Women in Publishing Society (WiPS).  Tomorrow, 8pm-10.30pm, Edge, G/F, The Centrium, 60 Wyndham St, Central, free.   Three-for-one drinks.  Free snack buffet is included with purchase of Imprint 2005 ($30 for WiPS members/$60 for non-members). Inquiries: 2834 3641

Audition - Hong Kong Bach Choir

The choir is currently auditioning singers to perform in their June 5 concert of pieces by Tippett and Beethoven.  Inquiries: Felicia Leung, 9310 9214 or e-mail leungfelicia@yahoo.com

Hiring and Firing in Hong Kong

Two experts in the field of hiring and firing talk about HK's labour laws, and how to hire and fire wisely. Tue,  2/F, HK Football Club, 3 Sports Rd, Happy Valley, $240 members, $399 guests, includes dinner and networking sessions. Registration 6.30pm, seminar 7.30pm-10pm. Organised by the Women Business Owners Club. Men welcome. Inquires:

2541 0446

Amnesty International

Suraiya Kamaruzzaman,  a women's rights activist from Aceh, will speak on women's and human rights in Aceh in the aftermath of the tsunami. Thu,  7pm, Amnesty International Asia-Pacific Regional Office, 16/F, Siu On Centre, 188 Lockhart Rd, Wan Chai, free. In English. Inquiries: admin-hk@amnesty.org or 2300 1250

St Patrick's Society of Hong Kong - Annual Ball

The popular Irish ball with music by traditional Irish band Celtic Fusion. Sat,  7.30pm, Grand Hyatt hotel, Wan Chai, $1,350 includes four-course dinner, drinks, late night Irish stew and Guinness. All welcome. Inquiries: e-mail anne_hkstpats@yahoo.com

Film

China in the Red

A documentary that begins in China in 1998 when Premier Zhu Rongji announced that state-owned enterprises must become profitable within three years. The documentary follows the impact on  10 people over the next years. In English. Fri,  6.30pm. Followed by a discussion at 8.30pm. Hong Kong Film Archive, 50 Lei King Road, Sai Wan Ho, $40, $80. Inquiries: Asia Society, 2103 9508

Lost Worlds: Life in the Balance

Tikal was a city that was the heart of the ancient Mayan civilisation. One thousand years ago, this great metropolis was mysteriously abandoned. What happened?  A 40-minute show. Not for children under three. In English and Cantonese. Wed-Mon, various times, Stanley Ho Space Theatre, HK Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $12-$32. Inquiries: 2721 0226. Until Mar 31

Bizarre Celestial Objects

In recent years, astronomers have discovered many new celestial objects, thanks to the rapid developments in space science and computer technology. Some,  such as supernovas, can help scientists understand how stars evolve, but others pose conflicting theories. In English and Cantonese. Not for children under three. Wed-Mon, various times, Stanley Ho Space Theatre, HK Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $12-$32. Inquiries: 2721 0226. Until May 23

Forces of Nature

Experience Earth's fiercest volcanoes, earthquakes and tornadoes by following scientists from the Caribbean island of Montserrat, to trembling faultlines in Turkey and to Tornado Alley in  the US Midwest. The show lasts 40 minutes. Wed-Sun, 1.30pm, 5pm and 8.30pm, Stanley Ho Space Theatre, HK Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $24, $32 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 0226. Ends Jul 31

MACAU

The Peony Pavilion - Suzhou Kun Opera

Writer Bai Xianyong directs the opera classic staged in the Jiangsu style. Tomorrow-Wed,  8pm, Macau Cultural Centre, Av. Xian Xing Hai, 100-200 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 555 555 or www.icm.gov.mo/fam/16

Commemorative Concert of the 100th anniversary of Chinese cinema

The Macau Chinese Orchestra plays selected soundtracks from well-known Chinese movies such as Endless Love and All About Ah Lang.  Mar 12, 8pm, Macau Cultural Centre, Av. Xian Xing Hai, 60-150 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 555 555 or www.icm.gov.mo/fam/16

Live Transmission Macau

Californian artist Morgan O'Hara captures ideas of time and attention spans in the drawings she did in Macau. Tue-Sun, 10am-6.30pm, Tue-Sun. Macau Art Museum, Av. Xian Xing Hai, 5 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 791 9814 or see websitewww.artmuseum.gov.mo

Taipa Flea Market

Colourful booths sell traditional crafts, souvenirs and food, drink.  Every Sun, 11am-8pm, Bombeiros Square, Rua de Regedor and Rua das Gaivotas, Taipa, free. Inquiries: (853) 795 2520 or see website www.iacm.gov.mo

National

BEIJING

Norah Jones Beijing Concert

The Grammy Award-winning jazz singer and accompanying Handsome Band perform a soul-based concert of folk and jazz. Tomorrow,  7.30pm, Workers' Stadium, 380-1,800 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 6552 4800

La Nuit Francaise at Le Rendez-vous

A monthly social event for French nationals and everyone interested in France or speaking French. Thu,  7pm-10pm, Le Rendez-vous, Gongti Beilu, 100 yuan includes three glasses of wine and canapes.  Inquiries: www.lanuitfrancaise.com

West Xia Dynasty

Culture Relics Exhibition

An exhibition of works from the Silver Age of the Western Xia Dynasty. The National Museum of China, 20 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 6513 8095. Ends Mar 20

Retrospective of French Films 2005: From Classic to Contemporary

A selection of old and new films.  Chinese Film Data Centre. Inquiries: (86 10) 6225 4422.

Until Mar 30

SHANGHAI

AmCham Shanghai: Third Annual Charity Ball

This year's ball will benefit the Special Olympics. Sat,  6pm-1am, Grand Hyatt hotel, 800 yuan. Inquiries: Wang Lin, (86 21) 6279 7119, ext 5289

Concert: Norah Jones

Jazz, soul and blues with the singer and her band. Wed,  Shanghai International Gymnastic Centre, Changning Arena, 380-580 yuan. Inquiries: (86 21) 6273 7780

Jinjiang Chamber Music Series

A Friday concert of chamber music.  8pm, San Diego Hall, Jinjiang Hotel, 370 Huashan Lu. Inquiries: (86 21)

6433 7336

Solo Exhibition: Wu Yiming

Ink-and-wash-effect works by Shanghai artist, Wu Yiming. Daily, 10am-7pm, ShanghART Gallery, 2a Galan Rd, Fuxing Park; also Sun, Tue-Sun, 1pm-6pm, at H-Space*, 50 Moganshan Rd/Suzhou Creek, Bldg 18, and by appointment at ShanghART Warehouse, 50 Moganshan Rd/Suzhou Creek,

Bldg 16. Inquiries: (86 21) 6359 3923

TAIPEI

Bejart Ballet Lausanne

Led by French choreographer Maurice Jean de Berger, the ballet will perform its most famous piece, Bolero, and two others. Today,  7.45pm, National Theatre at CKS Memorial Hall, NT$800-NT$4,000. Inquiries: (886 2) 2709 3788 or see website www.ticket.com.tw

NSO Songs of Wayfarer, 2005, Part One

Conductor Lu Shao-chia  and pianist Yen Chun-chieh  perform Mendelssohn's Symphony No 4, Shostakovich's Piano Concerto No. 1 and Pini di Roma by Respighi. Fri,  7.30pm, National Concert Hall at CKS Memorial Hall, NT$300-500. Inquiries: (886 2) 3393 9888 or www.artsticket.com.tw

Focus Dance Company Distinctness

Focus will perform parts of modern dance piece Moon Water by Lin Huai-min and Set & Reset by Trisha Brown.  Mar 11-12, 7.30pm;

Mar 12-13, 2.30pm, Taipei National University of Arts Festival Theatre, No1, Hsuen-yuan Rd., Peitou, Taipei, NT$300. Inquiries: www.artsticket.com.tw or (886 2) 3393-9888

Ecstasy - the Visible and Invisible Exhibition

Works by  Wang Jun-jie and others. Tue-Sun, 9.30am-5.30pm, Taipei Fine Arts Museum, NT$30. Inquiries: (886 2) 2595 7656 or www.tfam.gov.tw. Ends May 1

REGIONAL

Bangkok

Charity GIG

Super-smooth DJ StePhane Pompougnac from Paris'  Hotel Costes will spin up a chilled out storm to raise funds for the Boxing Day tsunami victims. Mar 19, 10.30pm, The Lobby, Sofitel Silom Bangkok, Silom Road. 900 baht. Inquiries: (66 2) 238 1991 or see website www.thaiticketmaster.com

River, Landscape and Sea

Shanghai-born abstract painter, Shen Fan has drawn inspiration from rivers, landscapes and the sea to put together this exhibition, painted only with his fingers. Opens Thu,  continues Daily, 11am-7pm, April 20. Gallery 55, 2nd floor CRC Tower, All Seasons Place, Wireless Road. Inquiries: 66 2 685 3877.

Ends Apr 20

Mozart Concert

The Bangkok Opera and Siam Philharmonic join forces to serve up a feast for Mozart fans. The maestro's last piano concerto, No. 27, takes pride of place on the bill, with Trisdee na Patalung at the piano. Tomorrow,  7pm, Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road, 500 baht. Inquiries: (66 2) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

SINGAPORE

Conceptual Photography from China

A unique exhibition examining present-day China through  conceptual photography with 55 photographs documenting  China's shifting social landscape. Mon, 1pm-7pm, Tue-Sun, 9am-7pm (until 9pm Fri), Asian Civilisations Museum, S$3. Inquiries: (65) 6332 3015. Ends Wed

James Moody's 80th Birthday Concert

The 10-day  Mosaic Music Festival opens with jazzman  James Moody's 80th Birthday Concert jamming away with The Jeremy Monteiro International Trio. This new festival will feature jazz and world music stars from around the world. Fri, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Drive, S$48-S$128. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

Barbara Hendricks and Magnus Lindgren Quartet Jazz Project

A Montreux Jazz Special Concert presenting the  vocalist Barbara Hendricks performing the work of Gershwin, Porter and Ellington, accompanied by the Grammy award-winning Magnus Lindgren Quartet Jazz Project. Sat, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall, S$48-S$128. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Georg Baselitz: Printed Works 1965-1992

Printed works by the  contemporary German Expressionist Georg Baselitz, known for his distinctive  vision. He began  turning his images, landscapes and figures upside down in the late 1960s in an effort to 'liberate representation from content'. The exhibition features 82 etchings and woodcuts. Tue-Fri, 10am-6pm; Sat, 10am-8pm; Mon by appointment. Singapore Tyler Print Institute, 41 Robertson Quay Singapore, free. Inquiries: (65) 6336 3663.

Ends Mar 26

Chicken Story

An exhibition of stamps and other philatelic material celebrating the Year of the Rooster,  showing the significant roles chickens have played in history and culture. Mon, 1pm-7pm Mon; Tue-Sun, 9am-7pm. Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23B Coleman St, free. For further details, tel: (65) 6337 3888. Exhibition ends Apr 10

TOKYO

Concert: Avril Lavigne

Performing live today,  5pm, Yokohama Arena, 5pm; Mar 14-15, 6.30pm, Nihon Budokan, from 6,500 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 5466 0777

Noche de Sevilla

The Ballet de Yoko Komatsubara perform this  Spanish ballet,  Goya and also Luz y Sombra.  Today,  1pm and 5pm, 8,000-11,000 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 3314 2568

Evita

Andrew Lloyd-Webber's musical about Evita Peron, the   Argentine first lady. Shiki Theatre. Inquiries: (81 120) 489 444. Until Mar 13

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit-card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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