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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Flux

Michael Cheung's digitally formed art. 10.30am-9.30pm, Fabrica Features, B/F Prestige Tower,  23 Nathan Rd, TST. Inquiries:  2861 3317. Ends today

The Bassel Mission in Hong Kong

The contributions of the Bassel Mission to Hong Kong and southern China from 1847 to the present day.  1.30pm-5.30pm, 1/F Fung Ping Shan Building, Hong Kong University Museum and Art Gallery,  94 Bonham Rd, Inquiries:  2241 5500. Ends today

Made in China

Melanie Jackson's  video installation brings together three short videos about two Chinese women. Daily, 2pm-7.15pm, Videotage, Unit 13, Cattle Depot Artist Village, 63 Ma Tau Kok Rd, To Kwa Wan. Inquiries: 2573 1869. Ends Fri

Stephen Yeung

Art teacher and painter Stephen Yeung  creates oil paintings and watercolours of trams and figures. Tue-Sun, 11am-7pm, Galerie des Arts et de la Culture, 1 Ngan Wan Rd, Mui Wo, Lantau. Inquiries: 2984 2110. Ends Jul 14

Deborah Paauwe and  David LehmannDeborah Paauwe's  photographs  explore the nexus between childhood and adulthood, while David Lehmann  works with tiny glass beads. Daily, 10.30am-7.30pm, Art Statements Gallery, 5 Mee Lun St, Central. Inquiries: 2122 9657. Ends Jul 15

Chinese Dinosaur Fossils

Dinosaur fossils from China, including Omeisaurus tianfuensis  measuring 10 metres. Daily, 9am-10pm, Cityplaza Mall, Taikoo Shing, free. Inquiries: 2568 8665. Ends Jul 31

Transmutation of Vision  and Resonance

Installations by Leung Kui Ting.  Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm, Sun, 1.30pm-5.30pm, closed public holidays, University Museum and Art Gallery, HK University,  94 Bonham Rd, Pokfulam, free. Inquiries: 2241 5500. Ends Aug 7

Impressions of the East:  The Art of George Chinnery

Glimpses of the orient in the 19th century through oils, watercolours and sketches by the English artist.  Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun and public holidays, 10am-7pm, (closed on Tue except public holidays), Museum of History, 100 Chatham Rd South, TST, $5, $10. Inquiries: 2724 9042. Ends Aug 29

The Robot Zoo

Exhibition of eight robots and 13 interactive exhibits, with giant robot animals illustrating the biomechanics of how real animals move and change colour. Mon-Fri, 1pm-9pm, Sat-Sun and public holidays, 10am-9pm (closed on Thu except public holidays), HK Science Museum, 2 Science Museum Rd, TST East, $10, $20. Inquiries: 2732 3232. Ends Oct 25

Performing Arts

Min Jian Chuan Qi

The dance  explores harvest celebrations.  Performed by the Hong Kong Dance Company. Today, 3pm, 8/F Sheung Wan Civic Centre, 345 Queen's Rd Central, Sheung Wan, $60 Urbtix. Inquiries: www.hkdance.com

February 14 Musical drama of three women desperately searching for love.  In Cantonese. Today, 2.45pm and 7.45pm, HK Repertory Theatre Black Box, 8/F Sheung Wan Civic Centre, 345 Queen's Rd Central, Sheung Wan, $160 Urbtix.

Inquiries: 3103 5900

The Last Moment

Play about bull fighting starring Lee Chun-chow, Poon Wai-sum and Shaw Mei-kwan.  In Cantonese. Today, 3pm and 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Studio Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $150, $200 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Proof

The HK Repertory Theatre presents a play about a maths genius' depressed daughter. In Cantonese with English surtitles: Today-Jul 13, 7.45 (no shows Mon); Today, Jul 10, 16, 17, 2.45pm. In Putonghua with Chinese and English surtitles:

Jul 15-17, 7.45pm. HK Arts Centre, Shouson Theatre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $100-$200 Urbtix.

Inquiries: 3103 5900

Heaven and Earth are  Filled with Your Glory

Hong Kong Oratorio Society sings  classical and contemporary works. Today, 3pm, Sha Tin Town Hall, Auditorium, 1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin, $60-$100 Urbtix. Inquiries:  2268 7321

The Harvard Krokodiloes

A cappella singing group from Harvard perform music from the 1920s-60s. Wed, 7.30pm, Fringe Studio, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, $160 (members), $180 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2521 9126

Duo Recital by Lam Sun-chun  and Shum Kin-wai

Violinist Lam Sun-chun and pianist Shum Kin-wai perform. Thu, 1pm-2pm, Exposition Hall,  HK University of Science and Technology, Clearwater Bay. Inquiries: 2358 6000

James Brawn

Piano recital by James Brawn  performing Bach and Beethoven. Thu, 7.30pm, (dinner at 9pm), Pacific Club, Harbour City, TST, $470 (includes dinner), $250. Inquiries: www.chamber music.homestead.com or 2719 4749

HK Wind Philharmonia  Tour Concert

A programme including works by Gustav Holst, Mozart and local composers. Thu, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, 7 Edinburgh Place, Central, $100-$180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2468 4597

Individual Dreams ... Shared Bed

DanceArt Hong Kong's theatrical work integrating live music and people's lives. Fri-Sat,  8pm, Jul 10, 3pm, Studio Theatre, HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $100, $140 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Nomade

Cirque Eloize's surreal journey of a gypsy carnival using acrobatics, aerialists and comic timing. Fri-Sat, 7.30pm (Sat-Jul 10 also at 3pm),  HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $120-$320 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2370 1044

Mastery - Edo de Waart  Conducts Mahler 5

The HK Philharmonic Orchestra performs Mahler's Symphony No 5  and Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro with Dutch flautist Jacques Zoon.  Fri-Sat, 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $140-$480 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 2332

The Emperor and the Nightingale

The HK Ballet returns with a story of searching for love and beauty.

Jul 15-17, 7.30pm (Sat-Sun also at 2.30pm), HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $100-$260 Urbtix. Inquiries:  2105 9724

Mysterious Tibet

The Tibet Autonomous Region Song and Dance Troupe showcases Tibetan culture, religion, history and customs through classical dances, traditional folk songs and folk music. Jul 20-21, 8pm,  HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $100-$250 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2873 8296

Annie

The HK Chorus Society's version on the Broadway musical about an orphan determined to find her parents. Jul 29-31, 7.30pm,  (Sat-Sun also at 2.30pm)  HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $150-$480 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2411 6203

The Kenny Garrett Quartet

Former Miles Davis sideman and alto sax master, Kenny Garrett plays jazz. Aug 22, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, $120-$300 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

Extra-curricular

Courtesans in Late Ming Nanjing

Professor Oki Yasushi  from the University of Tokyo gives a lecture on Chinese civilisation. In Putonghua. Tomorrow, 4.30pm-6.30pm, AV Rm (R6143), 6/F Amenities Building, City University, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, free. Inquiries: 2194 2477

Vision on Ice Summer  Skating Camp 2005

Professional coaches teach first-time skaters basic manoeuvres. Course starts tomorrow (six sessions), Cityplaza Ice Palace and Festival Walk Glacier, $780. Inquiries: www.icepalace.com.hk or www.glacier.com.hk

Globalisation and the  Future of English

Andrew Millburn,  deputy director of the British Council discusses the future of English. Tomorrow, 6.30pm-8pm, 4/F HK Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Rd, Central, $25-$90. Inquiries: 2186 8449

Charm Yourself Tea  Party for Japanese

Dr Ho Wai Sun talks about anti-ageing procedures such as botox, eyelid surgery and face lifts.  In English with Japanese interpretation. Tue, 3-5pm, Habitu Kitchen and Bar, Lee Gardens, Causeway Bay, free. Inquiries:  2849 1573

The Music World of  Chinese Flute Dizi

Cheung Heung-wah  of the HK Bamboo Flute Society hosts a lecture. In Cantonese. Wed, 6.45pm-8.45pm, Wei Hing Theatre, Level 6, Amenities Building,  City University, Tat Chee Ave, Kowloon Tong, free. Inquiries:  2194 2477

2005 FIVB World Grand Prix

The Federation Internationale de Volleyball's tournament with teams from China, Germany and Italy competing. Fri, 6pm, Sat-Jul 10, 1pm, HK Coliseum, 9 Cheong Wan Rd, Hunghom, $50-$400 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2309 1078

Haunting Tales Book Signing

Meet the authors of the Haunting Tales collection - 13 spooky short stories. Sat,  2pm, Dymocks IFC Mall, Central, free. Inquiries: www.hkwriterscircle.com

Poetry Blooms

An afternoon of nature poetry reading with nine poets. Sat, 4pm-6pm, Bloomsbury Books,  2/F Club Lusitano Bldg, Duddell St, Central, free. Inquiries: books@bloomsbury.com.hk

Use the News

Valerie Pickard leads English-learning discussions, role playing and reading by using newspapers. For secondary and university students. Course starts Jul 16 (four sessions), 4pm-6pm, 4/F HK Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Rd, Central, $500, $600. Inquiries:  2186 8449

Manchester United Cup

The Red Devils tackle the Hong Kong National Team as they kick off their Asian tour. Jul 23, 4pm,  HK Stadium, Causeway Bay, $380-$1,200 (at HK Stadium, daily 10am-10pm). Inquiries: 2712 9122

Film

Italian Film Festival

A Tribute to Pupi Avati

Films by Italian filmmaker.  Today-Thu,  various times, Agnes b. Cinema, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $50 Urbtix.

Inquiries: 2582 0200

Sunset Bollywood

Documentary examines the rise and fall of a few stellar performers who fell from grace. Rahul Roy, Kumar Gaurav and Bhagyashree recount their meteoric rise to stardom and repeated attempts to launch comebacks. Today, 8pm,  HK Arts Centre, Agnes b. Cinema,  2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $60 Urbtix. Inquiries: 9182 8482

A Midsummer Night's Dance  (La Via Degli Angeli)

A shop worker in Bologna falls in love with the owner's son, who does not feel the same way. The situation changes when there is a big town celebration. Tue, 7.30pm, HK Arts Centre, Agnes b. Cinema, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2582 0200

The Living Museum

A film (1999) by Vincent Leduc about the longneck women in villages and their tragic fate. In French with English subtitles. Wed, 8pm, Mediatheque Alliance Francaise,  52 Jordan Rd, Jordan, free. Inquiries: 2730 3257

Speaking Up

The film (2005, 30 mins) invites 60 people to talk about their views on the changes in Hong Kong, from the reunification with China to economic downturn. Freedom Concert (2005, 30 mins) trails a music concert and dance party shot on September 4, 2004 in Victoria Park. In Cantonese with English subtitles. Fri, Sat, 7.30pm, Agnes b. Cinema, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $50 Urbtix. Inquiries:

2582 0200

i-city

Nine animations by local artists, including The Tired City about an office worker who finds the meaning of life and Nonsense Noise (Lilian Fu and Vivian Fu) about a city's fast pace. In Cantonese with Chinese and English subtitles. Sat, 2.30pm and 5.30pm; Jul 15, 16, 22, 7.30pm; Jul 23, 5.30pm, Agnes b. Cinema, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2582 0200

Albert Einstein

A film that marks the 100th anniversary of the publication of the theory of relativity. Daily, 2.40pm and 6.10pm (closed Tue), Space Theatre, HK Space Museum,

10 Salisbury Rd, TST. $24, $32 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 0226.  Ends Nov 21

MACAU

Volleyball - FIVB Women's  World Grand Prix

World-class tournament attended by international teams. Today,  various times, Macau Forum,  Av. Dr Rodrigo Rodrigues, 100 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 580 762 or www.sport.gov.mo

Piano Recital

Award-winning pianist Lio Kuok Man  shares the recital for his master's degree from the world-renowned Juilliard School of Music  in New York. Today, 8pm, Grand Auditorium, Macau Cultural Centre, Av. Xian Xing Hai, 80, 100 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 252 899

Outdoor concert

Five local singers showcase their voices as representing gold, wood, water, fire and earth, the  basic elements in Chinese culture. Fri, 8pm, Senado Square, free. Inquiries: www.macau tourism.gov.mo

Neighbourhood Festival 2005

Live performance and picture exhibition celebrating  the Macau Neighbourhood Festival. Sat, 4pm-6pm, Courtyard of Lok Yeung Garden, Fai Chi Kei, free. Inquiries: (853) 333 614

Reading festival and book fair

Renowned authorities in Chinese literature share their experiences. Sat-Jul 17, 10.30am-9.30pm, IPM Multisport Pavilion, Av. do Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues, free. Inquiries: (853) 715 616

National

BEIJING

Pub Quiz Night

Test your general knowledge at a quiz night. Tue, 8pm, John Bull Pub, 44 Guanghua Lu, Chaoyang District. Inquiries: (86 10) 6532 5905

Qinhuangdao Beach Party

Groove to the beat of China's mix-meisters Weng Weng, Mickey and Zou on the beach. Sat-Jul 10, 8pm-5:30am, Qinhuangdao Beach, 120-200 yuan, round trip boat transportation included, (tickets available at Bed Bar, Jazz-Ya, and Alfa). Tel: (86 10) 8778 3221 or 8778-4331 or mixchina@sohu.com

Across Tibet Yu Xiaodong paints the landscape, people and  beauty of Tibet. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-7pm, Qin Gallery, Hua Wei Li 1-1E (North of Beijing Curio City), Chaoyang District , free. Inquiries: (86 10) 8779 0461 or www.qingallery.com

Shanghai

Gareth Armstrong in Shylock

The performer presents the character from Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice. In English with Chinese subtitles. Today, 7.30pm,  Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre,  288 Anfu Rd, (next to Wukang Rd). Inquiries: (86 21) 5465 6200

Tosca

Puccini's famous opera in three acts, performed by the Shanghai Opera House.  Today-tomorrow,  7.15pm, Oriental Art Centre,  425 Dingxiang Lu, Pudong, 100-500 yuan. Inquiries: (8621) 6217 2426

or 6217 3055

Mostly Cello

Silver Medalist at the 11th Tchaikovsky International Competition, Li Wei Qin  performs. Jul 10, 4pm, The Glamour Bar,

No. 5 The Bund, 7/F,  50 yuan includes one drink. Inquiries: reservations@m-onthebund.com  or (86 21) 6350 9988

Laurent Mulot Solo Exhibition

Interpretation of an Australian ghost town and the nocturnal habits of wombats. Tue-Sun, 10am-6pm, 1/F-2/F Shanghai Duolun Museum of Modern Art, No 27 Duolun Road, 5, 10 yuan. Inquiries: www.duolunart.org Ends Jul 10

TAIPEI

The Irresistible Rules of Human Solo Exhibition by Chen Yu-chi

Artist Chen Yu-chi  tries to inspire and change people's perspectives.  9.30am-5pm, Taipei Fine Arts Museum, No181, Zhong-shan N. Rd, Taipei, NT$30. Inquiries:  (886 2) 2596 7656 or www.tfam.gov.tw. Ends today

2005 Taipei Film Festival

2005 Taipei Film Festival, with city focuses on Moscow and St Petersburg, Metropolitan Hall, Zhongshan Hall and President Theatre. Today-Sat, Inquiries: www.tiff.org.tw or (886 2)3322 1632

Chicago

The famous story of two 1920s jazz starlets who turn from competitors to conspirators after landing in jail for murder. Wed-Jul 17, 7.30pm, Thu, Sat, Jul 10, 2.30pm, National Theatre at CKS Memorial Hall, NT800-6,000. Inquiries: (886 2) 2341 9898 or www.kham.com.tw

Membrane to Magic

Japanese light-effect specialist, Toshihiro Komatsu  and other Taiwanese artists use light to

reshape viewers' sensory experiences. Tue-Sun, 10am-5.30pm, Taipei Museum of Contemporary Art, NT$50. Inquiries: www.mocataipei.org.tw or (886 2) 2552 3721. Ends Jul 24

The Memorial Exhibition

of Chen Hsing-wan

Chen Hsing-wan's exploration of natural materials. Tue-Sun, 9.30am-5.30pm, Taipei Fine Arts Museum, 181, Zhongshan N. Rd, Sec 3. NT$30. Inquiries: (886 2) 2595 7656 or www.tfam.gov.tw  Ends Aug 21

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

REGIONAL

Bangkok

A Thread in the Dark

A play based on a Greek myth.  Today, 2.30pm, 7.30pm, Saeng Arun Arts and Culture Centre, Silom Soi 9, 200 baht. Inquiries: (662) 691 0437

DJ Albert de Paname

The French DJ of  Maxim's de Paris spins a variety of sounds.  Proceeds go to charity. Jul 14, 9pm, The Lobby, Sofitel Silom, Silom Road, 600 baht (includes a Chivas Regal drink). Inquiries: (662) 238 1991 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Bangkok Symphony Orchestra

The orchestra joins forces with soprano Nancy Yuan and pianists Indhuon Srikaranonda and Artas Balakauskas. Jul 16, 6pm, Main Hall, Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Road, 300-1,200 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Singapore

Aviva Open Singapore 2005

The region's biggest badminton event with some of the world's

top players. Today,  Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk, S$4-$28. Inquiries: www.singaporebadmintonopen.com

The Little Mermaid

The Singapore Dance Theatre's  full-length ballet adaptation of the classic fairytale.  Fri-Jul 10, 7.30pm, Fort Canning Green, Fort Canning Park, S$18. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

Energy Goodbye Singapore Concert 2005

One of Taiwan's hottest groups performs its mix of explosive dance sequences and  hip-hop music. Sat 7.30pm, Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk, S$28-$128. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

AwakeningIndonesian artist Saraswati Dewi Djumaryo's  colourful,  abstract compositions. Mon-Sat, 11.30am-8pm, Sun, noon-5.30pm, Utterly Art Exhibition Space, 208 South Bridge Rd #02-01, free. Inquiries: (65) 6226 2605.

Ends Jul 10

New Tibetan Art Exhibition

Nine Tibetan artists showcase  Buddhist themes and a cultural bridge between the past and present. Mon-Fri, 11am-7pm, Sat, 11pm-5pm, SG Private Banking Gallery, Alliance Francaise de Singapour, 1 Sarkies Rd, free. Inquiries: (65) 6833 9314. From Wed-until Jul 12

Journey of Faith

A collection from the Vatican Museum retracing the life of Jesus, the development of early Christianity and the importance of the two apostles, Peter and Paul. Mon, 1pm-7pm, Tue-Fri, 9am-7pm, until 9pm on Fri, ACM, Empress Place, S$5. Inquiries (65) 6332 7798. Ends Sept

TOKYO

Jeff Beck

The English guitarist plays hits including Heart Full of Soul. Today,  5pm, Tue, Jul 15, 7pm Tokyo International Forum Hall A, Yurakucho, 8,000-9,000 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 3402 5999.

collaBOATration

A hip-hop boat party with live music by Othello, DJ Tonk, Fu-Ten and Boo.  Jul 10, 7pm-9.30pm, Hinode Pier, Hinode Sanbashi, 7,000 yen. Inquiries: collaboat@yahoo.co.jp

Nelly

The rapper performs in Japan for the first time. Jul 12-13, 7pm, Nippon Budokan, Kitanomaru Park, 7,000-8,000 yen. Inquiries:  (81 3) 3475 9999

The Czech National Bruno Opera

The opera company stages

the story of Carmen with Bolero ballet choreographed

by Zdenek Prokes.  Jul 16-18, 2pm, Bunkamura Orchard Hall, Shibuya, 12,000-18,000 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 3477 9999

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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