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Jade Lee-Duffy

Exhibitions

World City - My City

Winning photos and essays of what makes Hong Kong special, from a competition held last year by the South China Morning Post and the Information Services Department. 11am-10pm, Plaza Hollywood (Stars Atrium), Diamond Hill. Inquiries: 2842 8726. Ends today

The Painting Exhibition by Olivia Leung

Colourful Chinese-style paintings in ink. 9am-7pm, The Exhibition Gallery, 7/F High Block, HK City Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central. Inquiries: 2104 9618. Ends today

StopMotion Dance Photography

Highlights Chris Nash's retrospective on 20 years of  UK dance. 2pm-8pm, Cattle Depot Artists Village, 1a space, Unit 14, 63 Ma Tau Kok Rd, To Kwa Wan. Inquiries: 2913 5215. Ends today

Edna Liu and Winnie Yan

Ceramists interpreting roof tiles, ditches and sea waves. Tue-Sun, 11am-7.30pm, Galeries des Arts et de la Culture, 1 Ngan Wan Rd, Shop E, Seaview Bldg, Mui Wo, Lantau. Inquiries: 2984 2110. Ends Thu

Paris des Photographes

The monuments and streets of Paris by 31 photographers before, during and after the second world war. Mon, Wed-Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun and public holidays, 10am-7pm, HK Museum of History, Special Exhibition Gallery, 100 Chatham Rd South, TST, $10 (free on Wed). Inquiries: 2724 9042. Ends May 30

Un Air de Paris

Drawings by cartoonist and satirist Jean-Jacques Sempre of everyday characters in famous cities. Daily, 10am-8pm, HK Central Library, Exhibition Gallery 1-3, 66 Causeway Rd, Causeway Bay, free. Inquiries: 3150 1234. Ends May 30

Memories of China Spaniard Gines Seran-Pagan's abstract images on multi-layered canvases. Daily, 9am-7pm, The Rotunda, One Exchange Square, Central. Inquiries: 9826 5223. Ends May 30

On Leaving the Shadow World

Jeffrey du Vallier d'Aragon Aranita portrays random images as one sweeping force. Tue-Sat, 10.30am-7.30; Sun, 2pm-7pm, Sin Sin Fine Art, G/F No.1 Prince's Terrace, Mid-Levels. Inquiries:

2858 5072. Ends May 31

From Eastern Han to High Tang

Archaeological finds from ancient China. Mon, 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 10

Six Masters of the Early Qing Dynasty

Landscape and flower paintings from 14th- to 16th-century China. Daily, 10am-6pm, (closed Thu except public holidays), HK Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $10, $5. Inquiries: 2721 0116

Performing Arts

Zheng He and the Emperor

Play about a famous eunuch from the Ming dynasty.  In Cantonese with English surtitles. Today-tomorrow,  7.45pm, Kwai Tsing Theatre, Auditorium, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, $100-$220 Urbtix. Inquiries: 3103 5900

Saturday Night Fever

A musical about a store clerk on the NYC nightclub scene. Today-June 12,  8pm (Sat and Sun also at 2.30pm). No shows on Mon. HK Academy for Performing Arts, 1 Gloucester Rd, Wan Chai, $350-$695 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2584 8514

The Sofa

Mon Cafe-Theatre interprets a series of short French plays where reality and the absurd coexist. Today-Sat,  9pm, Gecko Bar & Lounge, LG/F Ezra Lane, Lower Hollywood Rd, Central, $180 (advance), $200 (door). Inquiries: 2537 4680

Drum Jam

Kumi Masunaga leads a drum jam with more than 70 percussive instruments. Tue, 8pm, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 7251

Cantonese Opera Excerpts

Three performances by the Academy Cantonese Opera students. Mighty King Farewells Yu Ji, Thu; Striking Jiao Zan, Fri; and Sweet Dew Monastery, Sat. In Cantonese with Chinese and English surtitles. Shows at 7.30pm, Academy for Performing Arts, 1 Gloucester Rd, Wan Chai, $55, $85 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2584 8500

The Man Who Mistook

His Wife for a Hat Play about a music professor who suffered from  a condition in which the patient fails to register what he sees. In Cantonese. Fri, 8pm; Sat-May 29, 3pm, 8pm, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, Studio Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $100, $150. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Violin Superstar Sarah Chang Collaborates with HKPO

A classical concert with an all- Russian programme from composers including Shostakovich  and Stravinsky.  Fri-Sat,  8pm, HK City Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, $140-$480 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 2030

Tricodex

The Lyon Opera Ballet performs a  three-part series of multi-media dance with mythical animals, imaginary plants, flying bicycles and more. Jun 3-4, 7.45pm, HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, $100-$360 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Le House

With Jack de Marseille

DJ Jack de Marseille plays funky electronic music. Jun 4, 10pm-5am, The Viceroy, 2/F, 30 Harbour Rd, Sun Hung Kai Centre, Wan Chai, $200 (advance from all HMVs), $250 (door). Inquiries: 2827 7777

Robin Gibb

The Bee Gees' lead singer performs with his own band and 30-piece orchestra. Jun 10-11, 8pm, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 3, Wan Chai, $580-$980 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2882 1689

Extra-curricular

Free Walking Tour of Tsim Sha Tsui

A historical walk. Today 3pm, Swindon Bookstore, Lock Rd, TST, free (registration required). Inquiries: 9772 4737

Sekhem Level 2

A workshop on sekhem, an advanced energy healing system. Today,  10am-5pm, Reflections Bookshop and Resource Centre, 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St, Causeway Bay. Inquiries: 2504 1333

The Parents' Journal Family and Home Show

Carnival-like atmosphere with performances, demonstrations, prizes and bouncy castle. Today, 10am-7pm, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 7B, Wan Chai, $10 (children free). Inquiries: 2505 7578

Bikini Contest

As part of a Tropical Beach party, the evening includes a bikini contest. Today,  8pm, Staunton's Wine Bar + Cafe, 10-12 Staunton St, SoHo, free. Inquiries: 2973 6611

Tech Toys that Save You Time and Money

A seminar on new tech 'toys'.  Wed, 12.15pm-2pm, Admiralty Learning Centre, 3/F Far East Finance Centre, 16 Harcourt Rd, Admiralty, $200, includes lunch. Inquiries: 2541 0446

The Outside Broadcast of '7-9'

Make your voice heard on a live broadcast of RTHK Radio 3's '7-9' show, hosted by Neil Chase. Wed, 7pm-9pm, Peak Cafe Bar, 9-13 Shelley St, SoHo, free. Inquiries: 2339 6573

Fame The Musical

The HK Youth Arts Festival is seeking dancers, singers and actors (aged 10-25) for an audition on Jun 4. Apply by Fri. Inquiries: www.hkyaf.com

Desperately Seeking Annie

The Hong Kong Singers are holding auditions for the musical Annie which will be staged in October. May 29, 11am-2pm and 2.30pm-5pm (girls and boys aged 6-14); May 31, Jun 2, 7pm-10pm (adult roles), Glenealy School, 7 Hornsey Rd, Old Peak Road, Mid-Levels. Inquiries: 2537 4180

Survivor: Publishing

Publisher Lee Fei Chen discusses things that can go wrong in publishing. May 31, 7pm-8.15pm, German Swiss International School, Jr Library, Lower Bldg, 11 Guildford Rd, The Peak, $80. Inquiries: suemark@hknet.com

Film

Pearl River Delta

A film series showcasing movies from 1898 to 2004 that highlight the land, lifestyle and folklore of the Pearl River Delta. Today-May 29, various times, HK Film Archive, 50 Lei King Rd, Sai Wan Ho, $30 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2739 2139 or www.filmarchive.gov.hk

Xiao Wu

A film about Xiao Wu (Hong Wei Wang), a small-town pickpocket and terminal loser in the post

Mao-era. In Putonghua with English subtitles. Today, 4pm, HK Arts Centre, Agnes b. Cinema!, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2582 0200

Stonehenge and Avebury, United Kingdom

Stonehenge remains a mystery to this day, with its huge 3,000 BC stone circles thought to be a gigantic compass. In English. Today and Wed, 4.45pm (15 mins), HK Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, free. Inquiries: 2721 0116

Europe, Our History

Three films on the social, political and economic history of Europe and the European Union.  In French with English subtitles. Tomorrow and Wed, 8pm, Alliance Francaise, La Mediatheque, G/F, 52 Jordan Rd, Jordan, free. Inquiries: 2730 3257

Good Luck to Your Country

A 1998 documentary by filmmaker Jean Druon about globalisation.  In French with interviews in English. Thu, 8pm, Alliance Francaise, La Mediatheque, G/F, 52 Jordan Rd, Jordan, free. Inquiries: 2730 3257

Island of the Sharks

Cocos Island has the world's highest concentration of large marine predators. In Cantonese and English. Daily, 3.50pm, 7.20pm (Sat-Sun also at 12.20pm), Space Theatre, HK Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST. $24, $32 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 0226

Forces of Nature

Experience Earth's fiercest volcanoes, earthquakes and tornadoes with scientists. 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

3rd San Isidro Pahiyas

The Filipino harvest festival celebrates San Isidro, patron saint of farmers, with a parade,  concert and food stalls. Today, 11am-9pm, Amizade Plaza, in front of Hotel Sintra, av. Henrique Infante, free. Inquiries: (853) 220 975, 666 7520

'Peace and Development' Photo Exhibition

More than 300 photos on the foreign-affairs feats of China over the past 55 years. Daily, 1am-8pm, 2nd floor, Macau Tower, free. Inquiries: (853) 933 339. Ends today

10 Nights Wanderings

Modern dance company Unlock Dancing Plaza performs a person's dreams. In Cantonese. Sat, 8pm, Macau Cultural Centre, tickets: 50-100 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 700 699

National

BEIJING

Da Dao Live Art Festival

British performance artists fuse dance, art and theatre.  Today,  2pm, 798 Factory Space, Dashanzi Art District, No4 Jiuxianqiao Rd, Chaoyang District. Inquiries: (86 10) 6438 4862 or event@798space.com

Hutong Exploration

Explore the alleyways of hutongs with an expert guide of the customs and cultures of Beijing. Sat, 1pm, Beijing International Hotel, Lobby, 9 Jiannei Dajie, East District, 100 yuan. Inquiries: 139 1188 6524 or www.cyclechina.com

ChopSchticks

The Comedy Tour delivers stand-up comedy. Sat, 8pm, American Club, 2nd Ring Rd, 220 yuan (advance), 250 yuan (door). Inquiries: 6553 5699 or www.emma.cn

Shanghai

David Henry Hwang

Tony-award winning playwright presents A Playwright's Impressions of Shanghai with art critic Ken Smith. Today, 4pm, The Glamour Bar, 7/F No. 5, The Bund (at Guangdong Lu), 50 yuan, includes one drink. Inquiries: (86 21) 6350 9988

Solo Exhibition: Wu Yiming

Ink-and-wash-effect works.  Daily, 10am-7pm, ShanghART Gallery,  2a Galan Rd, Fuxing Park. Tue-

Sun, 1pm-6pm, at H-Space*, 50 Moganshan Rd/Suzhou Creek, Bldg 18.  Inquiries: (86 21) 6359 3923

TAIPEI

Cloud Gate 2 Spring Gathering 2005

Choreographers Lo Man-fei  and Bulareyaung  present their latest pieces, All About Love and Foreseen, respectively. Today, 2.45pm and 7.45pm, Novel Hall, No, 3 Sung-shou Road, Taipei, NT$400-1,200. Inquiries: www.cloudgate.org.tw or (886 2) 2712 2102

Russia Royal Classic Children Ballet

Russia's Royal Classic Children Ballet performs Beauty and the Beast (May 28) and Alibaba (May 29). 2.30pm (Sat also at 7.30pm), Dr Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, NT$300-1,600. Inquiries: www.ticket.com.tw or (886 2) 2365 6287

Taipei Philharmonic Orchestra Music Paining Taiwan

Taipei Philharmonic Orchestra presents  western Impressionism and Taiwanese music pieces, such as La Mer by Debussy and Shui-long Ma's work (Thu May 26); The Firebird by Igor Stravinsky and the world premiere Symphony of Poems by Fu-yuan Soong (May 29). Shows at 7.30pm (Sun also at 2.30pm), National Concert Hall at C.K.S. Memorial Hall, NT$500-2,500. Inquiries: www.tspo.org.tw (886 2) 2397 0979

Century of Treasures - Highlights from the Permanent Collection

Comprehensive view of Taiwanese art since the 20th century. Tue-Sun, 9.30am-5pm, Taipei Fine Arts Museum, 181, Zhongshan N. Rd, Sec 3. NT$30. Inquiries: (886 2) 2595 7656 or www.tfam.gov.tw  Ends Jan 15 2006

REGIONAL

BangkoK

In Their Element Guangzhou Acrobatic Troupe of China bring their blend of dance, gymnastics and martial arts to Bangkok. Today-May 31, 2pm, 7.30pm, BEC-Tero Hall, Suan Lum Night Bazaar, Rama IV Road, 300-700 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Hits and Miss

British Trancemaster DJ Miss Behavin' hits the decks. Fri, 10pm, Bed Supperclub, 26 Sukhumvit Soi 11, 600 baht, includes one drink. Inquiries: (662) 651 3537

Bevy beautiful

The world's most beautiful women from 88 countries battle it out to become Miss Universe.  May 31, 8am, Impact Arena, Muang Thong Thani, Chaengwattana Rd, 800-5,000 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Strangeness in the night

Crooner Engelbert Humperdinck performs on his Strangers in the Night tour. Jun 14, 8pm, Plenary Hall, Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, Ratchadaphisek Rd, 1,500-2,000 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Singapore

Amber

The National Theatre Company of China presents a modern fable of love in contemporary China. Thu-May 30, 8pm, Esplanade Theatre, 1 Esplanade Drive, S$20-$80. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

Break! The Urban Funk Spectacular

New York's finest urban artistes perform everything from acrobatics and mime to tap and hip-hop.

Fri,  8pm, Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk. S$35-$40. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Stephen Hough Plays Rachmaninov

English pianist Stephen Hough plays Rachmaninov's popular Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Fri,  7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall, S$11-$60. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Puur

World Premiere of Belgium dance troupe Ultima Vez's Puur, a work inspired by myths about the killing of infants and innocents. Fri-Sat,  8pm, Victoria Theatre, 9 Empress Place, S$20-$50. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

The Philadelphia Orchestra with Lang Lang

Directed by famed conductor Christoph Eschenback  of the Philadelphia Orchestra with Chinese pianist Lang Lang. Sat-Sun, (28-29), 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall, S$30-$160. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Art of Our Time

The museum's extensive collection of 20th-century Southeast Asian

Art presented around thematic groupings that reflect social concerns as well as visual arts development in the region. Daily, 10am-7pm, (Extended to 9pm Friday), Singapore Art Museum, 71 Bras Basah Road. Inquiries: (65) 6332 3222. Ends July

Lee Man Fong

A retrospective of the major Southeast Asian artist who created a synthesis of eastern and western art. Tue-Sun, 11am-6pm, Art Retreat Private Museum, 10 Ubi Crescent. Inquiries: (65) 6749 0880. Ends Sep 25

TOKYO

Caetano Veloso

Brazilian composer and singer mixes his country's music styles with rock 'n' roll, jazz and R'n'B. Tomorrow,  7pm, Tokyo Geijutsu Gekijo, Nishi-Ikebukuro 1-8-1, 8,800 to 9,500, yen. Tue-Wed, 7pm, Tokyo International Forum Hall A, 5-1 Marunouchi 3-chome, Chiyoda-Ku, 7,500-8,800 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 5474 5944

The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler

The New Voice Company's version of the internationally renown play that deals with crime against women. Fri-May 31 (English), Jun 1-4 (Japanese). Shows at 7.30pm (Sat-Sun also at 2.30pm), Theater V Akasaka, 2-16-9 Akasaka, Minato-ku, 4,500 yen (advance), 5,000 (door). Inquiries: (81 3) 3583 6040 or www.vaginamonologuesjapan.com

Ashanti

R'n'B diva performs her Concrete Rose album. May 31 and Jun 2, 6.30pm, Zepp Tokyo, Palettetown,

1 Aomi Koutou-ku (Aomi Metro station), 7,000, 10,000 yen. Jun 2, 6.30pm, Ebisu Garden Hall, 1-13-2 Mita, Meguro-ku, 7,000 yen. Tel: Positive Production 045-505-0010.

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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