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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Erotic Matters - 100 Years of Erotic Objects in Hong Kong

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

Big Film Poster Show

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

Early Hong Kong Tramways

To celebrate the  centenary of Hong Kong Tramways,  this exhibition looks at urban development along the tramways since their construction in 1902 (ends Apr 4). Hong Kong Tramways, an exhibition of photographs by David Young, Ricky Poon and Ella Tam, is also on display (Ends Mar 13). University Museum and Art Gallery, 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

Tet Celebration

Paintings by Vietnamese masters. Mon-Sat, 10.30am-6.30pm, Galerie La Vong, 13/F One Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Inquiries: 2869 6863. Ends Mar 16

Gathering of Earthly Gods

Ceramics dating from the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) to the mid-20th century.  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, University of Hong Kong, 94 Bonham Rd, Mid-Levels. Inquiries: 2241 5512. Ends Mar 20

In the Dog House

Dog portraits in oil on canvas by Beijing-based artist Bob Yan. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun, 2pm-5pm, Yan Gallery, 77 Wyndham St, Central. Inquiries: 2139 2345. Ends Mar 20

Huang Yongyu at 80

Works by the artist famed for his luxuriant colours and pioneering techniques that combine western oil painting with  Chinese painting. 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

Women Portraits

Paintings, glossy photography and videos on the theme of the perception of beauty, and the importance of tolerance and respect by international contemporary artists Erwin Olaf, Micha Klein, Sam Samore, Pascal Lievre and Andrew J. Loiterton. Part of the proceeds will go to the Hong Kong Cancer Fund. Mon-Sat, 11am-7.30pm, Art Statements Gallery, 5 Mee Lun St, Central. Inquiries: 2122 9657. Ends Mar 31

Impressionism: Treasures from the National Collection of France

Impressionist masterpieces from the Musee d'Orsay in Paris and other major 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

Inspired by the red, white and blue striped plastic shopping bag ubiquitous in the city, with two and three-dimensional contributions.  Mon and Wed-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun and public holidays, 10am-7pm, HK Heritage Museum, 1 Man Lam Rd, Sha Tin, $10, free on Wed. Inquiries: 2180 8188. Ends Apr 18

Visual Dynamic - HK International Poster Triennial 2004

Award-winning posters from 40 countries and regions.  Mon and Wed-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun and public holidays, 10am-7pm, HK Heritage Museum, 1 Man Lam Rd, Sha Tin, $10, free on Wed. Inquiries: 2180 8188. Ends Jun 27

Performing Arts

The Blind Boys of Alabama

The  American group sing inspirational gospel songs with innovative arrangements, and contemporary songs. Today,  8pm, Cultural Centre Concert Hall, Salisbury Rd, TST, $60-$380 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2824 2430

Cantus Dei:

Russian Orthodox Choir

The choir performs Gregorian chants from the 9th-11th centuries, religious pieces and prayers from the 18th and 19th centuries. Tomorrow-Thu,  8pm, St John's Cathedral, Garden Rd, Central, $100, $200 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival,

2721 2030

The Nightingale

A show of shadow puppetry, dance, video and music for adults and children aged six and over to celebrate the bicentenary of the birth of Hans Christian Andersen. Performed by British and Hong Kong artists. In English and Cantonese with some Putonghua. Fri-Sun,  8pm; Sat  also at 3pm, Shouson Theatre, Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $60-$220 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2824 2430

Regina Carter Quintet

The New York-based jazz violinist and her  band play a mixture of standards, Latin jazz, ballads and classical compositions. Thu-Fri,  8pm, Cultural Centre Concert Hall, Salisbury Rd, TST, $75-$450 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2721 2030

Brazilian Guitar Quartet

Dubbed the Dream Team of Brazil's most brilliant guitarists. They will perform works by Bach and Albeniz, and Brazilian classics.  Thu-Fri,  8pm, City Hall Concert Hall, Central, $50-$280 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2721 2030

Compagnia Aterballetto

Italy's leading contemporary dance company performs five signature works by artistic director Mauro Bigonzetti. With a different programme each night. Fri-Sat,  Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, Salisbury Rd, $80-$560 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival,

2721 2030

Ysaye Quartet

The four former Paris Conservatoire students play a selection of works for strings by French composers Debussy, Jadin and Faure. Sat,  8pm, City Hall Concert Hall, Central, $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 Chinese and English surtitles. Thu-Sat,  7.30pm, Sun,  2.30pm, Lyric Theatre, Academy for Performing Arts, Wan Chai, $70-$320 Urbtix. Inquiries: HK Arts Festival, 2721 2030

Extra-curricular

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). Today,  8pm-10.30pm, The Edge, G/F The Centrium, 60 Wyndham St, Central, free entry, 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

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. Tomorrow,  2/F HK Football Club, 3 Sports Rd, Happy Valley. Registration 6.30pm, seminar 7.30pm-10pm, $240 member, $399 guest, includes dinner and networking session. Organised by the Women Business Owners Club. Men welcome. Inquiries: 2541 0446

Amnesty International

Suraiya Kamaruzzaman, a women's rights activist from Aceh, will speak on women's  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: e-mail

admin-hk@amnesty.org or call 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. Inquiries and reservations: anne_hkstpats@yahoo.com

Film

China in the Red

The documentary follows the impact on 10 people of the 1998 announcement by Premier Zhu Rongji that state-owned enterprises must become profitable within three years.  In English. Fri,  6.30pm, followed by a discussion at 8.30pm. HK Film Archive, 50 Lei King Rd, Sai Wan Ho, $40, $80. Inquiries: Asia Society, 2103 9508

Lost Worlds: Life in the Balance

Deep in the Guatemalan jungles lie the ruins of Tikal, once the heart of the ancient and powerful Mayan civilisation, which was mysteriously abandoned 1,000 years ago. What happened to the city? And what does it tell us about our own civilisation? A 40-minute show. Not for children under three. Shows in English and Cantonese. Wed-Mon, various times, Space Theatre, Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $12-$32. Inquiries: 2721 0226.

Ends Mar 31

Bizarre Celestial Objects

In recent years, astronomers have discovered many new celestial objects, thanks to rapid developments in space science and computer technology. Some, like supernovas, help us to understand how stars evolve. Others pose conflicting theories. Shows in English and Cantonese. Not for children under three. Wed-Mon, various times, Space Theatre, Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $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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