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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Luis Luna

Columbian artist Luis Luna  investigates perception and contradiction through abstract paintings. 10am-7pm, G/F Office Tower, Lee Gardens, 33 Hysan Rd, Causeway Bay. Inquiries: 8101 6155. Ends today

Lemon Show

Lemon-themed artwork by eight artists and designers including Eddie Cheung Wai-sum and James Chu Cheok-son.   10am-10pm, 2/F Lobby, Times Square, Causeway Bay. Inquiries: 2118 8900.  Ends today

Studio

Artwork displayed as inside an artist's studio, with pieces of mixed-media sculpture by Kacey Wong,  pop art paintings by Terry Batt  and road-signage photography by Rick Martin.  Tue-Sat, 1pm-7pm, Sun, 2pm-5pm, John Batten Gallery, G/F, 64 Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 2854 1018. Ends Aug 22

Adored Perfection

Ngo Ba Hoang paints his wife in contemplative portraits. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm, Sun and public holidays, 10.30am-6pm, Arch Angel Art, 38 Peel St, (corner of Hollywood Rd), Central.

Inquiries: 2854 4255. Ends Aug 25

Big Tools/Small Tools

Installation that combines analogue and digital along with macro and micro imaging. Wed-Sun, noon-7pm, Para/Site Art Space, G/F, 4 Po Yan St, Sheung Wan. Inquiries: 2517 4620. Ends Aug 28

Aura - A Visual Journal by

William Lim

Architect William Lim reinterprets the cityscape through photography. Daily, 9am-10pm, 3-4/F Fujimage Gallery, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2582 0279. Ends Aug 28

Impressions of the East:  The Art of George Chinnery

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

Hundred Days Sars -  Overcome in Unity

Exhibition covering the Sars epidemic through panels, photos, newspaper clippings and video programmes. Tue, Thu-Sat, 10am-5pm, Wed, 10am-7pm, Sun and public holidays 1pm-5pm,  HK Museum of Medical Sciences,  2 Caine Lane, Mid-Levels, $10, $5. Inquiries: 2549 5123. Ends Sept 30

Picking Time

Haynie Sze's  installation that reinterprets the meaning of origins through rituals and childhood memories. Mon-Thu, 5.30pm-1am, Fri-Sat, 5.30pm-3am, Sun, 7pm-1am, a'ha Bar Gallery, G/F,  10 Elgin St, Central. Inquiries: 2116 1650. Ends Sept 30

The Robot Zoo

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

Art of Giving

Showcases donations of contemporary Chinese art including Xu Bing's  installation A Book from the Sky and Ren Jian's  Primeval Chaos. Daily, 10am-6pm, (closed Thu), HK Museum of Art,  10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $5, $10. Inquiries: 2721 0116. Ends Oct 30

French Vision of China

Historical works such as lithographs and engravings that illustrate the cultural exchange between France and China over the past three centuries. Daily, 10am-6pm (closed Thu),  HK Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $10, $5. Inquiries: 2721 0116. Ends Oct 30

New Reading Space at Wan Chai

Five pieces of public art displayed around Wan Chai footbridges. Designers include William Lim, Gary Chang, and Craig Au Yeung.  24 hours a day, Footbridge at O'Brien Rd; 1/F Lobby, Immigration Tower; Convention Centre Arcade; Great Eagle Centre near Pacific Coffee; Harbour Centre near Dymocks. Inquiries: 2582 0280. Ends Nov 30

Performing Arts

East Wing West Wing 4

West Kowloon Side Story

A re-run of a satirical political comedy presented by Zuni Icosahedron  and Edward Lam Dance Theatre. In Cantonese. Today,  8pm, HK Academy for Performing Arts, Lyric Theatre,  1 Gloucester Rd, Wan Chai, $120-$280 HK Ticketing.

Inquiries: 3128 8288

Ah Dull and Little

Dragon II Magic Window

A puppet show about a magic window and Ah Dull, a character who misses his father. Today,  11am, 3pm, 7.30pm, Sha Tin Town Hall,  1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin, $160 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2370 1044

Made in Hong Kong

with Harry Wong

Magician, musician and playwright Harry Wong presents a solo performance about a misunderstanding between a father and his daughter. Today, 3pm, Tuen Mun Town Hall, Cultural Activities Hall, 3 Tuen Hi Rd, Tuen Mun, $100-$160 Urbtix.

Inquiries: 2370 1044

Hong Kong Youth Music  Camp Concerts

Musicians aged between 10 and 25 showcase their musical achievements. For kids aged six and up. Today, 3pm, HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST. $40, $60 Urbtix.

Inquiries: 2370 1044

Andersen's LOOKBook 2005After an intensive workshop, dancers aged 13 to 22 reinterpret Hans Christian Andersen's tales. For kids aged six and up. Today, 3pm, HK Cultural Centre, Studio Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $60 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2722 1650

Small Stories in a Big City

A drama by Asian People Theatre Festival Society about happy stories you can find in a small city. In Cantonese. Sat-Aug 21, 8pm, Fringe Club, O2 Theatre and Fringe Studio, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, $65 (members), $80 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2521 9126

The King and I

The Summer Musical School's production of The King and I, a tale about a stubborn king and a determined governess. Based on the novel Anna and the King of Siam. In Cantonese. Today,  3pm, HK Academy for Performing Arts, Drama Theatre, 1 Gloucester Rd, Wan Chai, $80 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2584 8500

Oops! Belle the Witch is Gone!

Theatre Ensemble presents a children's theatre classic directed by Jim Chim. In Cantonese. Today,  Tue-Aug 21, Aug 23-28, 7pm (Sat-Sun also at 3pm), Shouson Theatre, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $150-$230 Urbtix.

Inquiries: 2421 6176

Chinese Dance Performance

The Nor Chinese Dance Studio takes to the stage with traditional Chinese dance and some modern elements. Tomorrow-Tue, Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre, 111 Shau Kei Wan Rd, $120 Urbtix.

Inquiries: 3184 5760

The Tears

Here Come the Tears 2005

Suede frontman Brett Anderson and former guitarist Bernard Butler have teamed up again to form The Tears and will perform their latest album. Thu, 8pm, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wan Chai, $320-$680 HK Ticketing.

Inquiries: 3128 8288

Stars of Tomorrow 2005

The Jean M Wong School of Ballet celebrates its 45th year with over 1,000 students, alumni and principal dancer of the Leningrad Ballet, Sergey Kononenko. Fri-Sat, 7.30pm, HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $160-$500 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2886 3992

Destroyers and Liberators

Three self-destructive teens are driven by their ambitions, fears and moral values to reconstruct their lives. Presented by The Bad Sisters theatre group. In Cantonese and English. Fri-Sun, 8pm, McAulay Studio, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $80, $100 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2582 0200

Summer Wave Summer Youth

Four short creative works by Zuni Youth that explore what it means to be young. Fri-Sat, 7pm, O2 Theatre, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, $60, $80 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2521 9126

Hong Kong Dance Expo 2005

A three-day event featuring 55 programmes and more than 50 international dance troupes performing Chinese dance, ballet, jazz, modern and western folk dances. Groups include dancers from Australia, China and Macau. Fri-Sat,  7.30pm, Aug 21, 3pm, Sha Tin Town Hall, Auditorium, 1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin, $60-$120 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2967 8253

Fantastic Dreams

The Fanny Cheung School of Ballet performs. Sat, 7.30pm, Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre, 111 Shau Kei Wan Rd, $80 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2556 8895

Hayley Westenra The young classical singer from New Zealand performs hits from her album Odyssey. Aug 21, 3.30pm, Festival Walk LG2, Kowloon Tong, free. Inquiries: 2844 2200

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

Swan Lake

The Christine Liao School of Ballet stages the classic ballet with a cast of 120 swans and principals Eriko Ochiai and Wang Yong.  Aug 26-27, 7.30pm, HK Cultural Centre,  10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $80-$200 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2736 6666

Extra-curricular

Knutsford Day

A juggling clown kicks-off the day's festivities, followed by a live band performance, parade and stilt walkers. Today, 1pm-6pm, Knutsford Steps, Nathan Rd, TST, free. Inquiries: 2730 5300

Hong Kong Food Expo 2005

Five-day expo featuring demonstrations from chefs, food sampling, cooking tips, games and innovative culinary products. Today, 10am-10pm, tomorrow, 10am-6pm, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 1-2, Wan Chai, $20. Inquiries: 1830 668

Russia's Role in Asia's  Security Balance

Alexander Goltz,  a veteran

Russian military correspondent

and defence analyst, discusses the goals of Russian security policies

in Asia. Wed, 12.30pm, Foreign Correspondents' Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, $150

(members), $180, includes

lunch. Inquiries: 2521 1511

Empires of the Word:

A Language History of the World

Author Nicholas Ostler  examines the dominance of a particular language at a particular time and the philosophical importance of linguistic variety. Thu, 12.30pm, Foreign Correspondents' Club,  2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, $150 (members), $180, includes lunch. Inquiries: 2521 1511

Instrumental Music Training Scheme

The Music Office offers courses on Western and Chinese musical instruments including the violin, cello, dizi, zheng and pipa. For kids aged six to 14. In Cantonese. Apply by Sat for courses starting in Nov.  $130 (weekly one-hour lessons for one month). Inquiries: www.lcsd.gov.hk/musicoffice

Film

International Children's  Film Carnival 2005

Showcases feature films, animated films and shorts from around the world. Today-Aug 21, various times and venues, $40 Urbtix.

Inquiries: www.lcsd.gov.hk/fp

Hidden Master

A Tribute to Yoji Yamada

The first Hong Kong-Japanese film festival paying tribute to the Japanese filmmaker (1931-1996). Today-Wed,  Broadway Cinematheque and Palace IFC, various times, $50, $65,

(tickets: 2388 3188 or 2388 6268).

Inquiries: www.cinema.com.hk

A Class to Remember

A bunch of truants, junkies, factory workers and immigrants attend night school. When a classmate dies, they  are forced to reflect on their own lives. In Japanese with English subtitles. Today, 7.25pm, Wed, 9.40pm, Broadway Cinematheque, Prosperous Garden, 3 Public Square St, Yau Ma Tei, $50, tickets: 2388 3188. Inquiries: www.cinema.com.hk

The Adventures of  Cheburashka & Friends

The story of the lovable Cheburashka and his adventures with a crocodile and an old lady.

In Russian with English and Chinese subtitles. Today, 5pm,

HK Space Museum, Lecture Hall,  10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $40 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 2900

No Smoking

Adapted from the novel Intimate Exchanges by British playwright Alan Ayckbourn,  filmmaker Alain Resnais  adheres closely to a stage performance with striking lighting and skilful camera movements. The plot involves a woman who refuses to smoke because of relationships that have unwittingly come to an end. Today, 7.30pm, Aug 28, 5.15pm, HK Film Archive, 50 Lei King Rd, Sai Wan Ho, $50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 2900

Twilight Samurai

A samurai warrior takes care of his daughters after his wife dies, but when an old friend arrives to help, they find that the confines of tradition and class are impossible to break. Tomorrow, 9.40pm, Broadway Cinematheque, Prosperous Garden, 3 Public Square St, Yau Ma Tei, $50, tickets: 2388 3188. Inquiries: www.cinema.com.hk

Morning Raga

Director Mahesh Dattani's  Bollywood film (2004) that focuses on a retired singer who overcomes tragedy with the help of two musicians. In English. Fri, 7.30pm, HK Space Museum, Lecture Hall,  10 Salisbury Rd, TST. Sat, 3.30pm, Agnes b. Cinema HK Arts Centre,  2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. $60 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2103 9502

Kilimanjaro - To the Roof of Africa

An upclose experience of Africa's highest mountain in Tanzania, featuring distinct climate zones and ecosystems from alpine deserts to rainforests. Daily, 1.30pm, 5pm, 8.30pm, Space Theatre, HK Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST. $24, $32 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 0226. Ends Jan 31

MACAU

Glorious Times - A Concert  of Classical Songs

Performers from the Macau Dong Fong Culture Artistic Group sing Putonghua and Cantonese  songs from 1930s and 1940s. Wed, 8pm, Small Auditorium, Macau Cultural Centre, Av. Xian Xing Hai, free. Inquiries: (853) 685 2614

Concert for the Centenary of  Xian Xinghai's Birth

Famous Chinese composer Xian Xinghai's  birthday is commemorated with a concert playing nationalistic songs about the Yellow River and the Chinese resistance against Japanese invasion. Sat, 8pm, Grand Auditorium, Macau Cultural Centre, Av. Xian Xing Hai, free.

Inquiries: (853) 527 092

Summer Teens Evening Musical

Young composer Pong Nan, who wrote songs for pop stars Jacky Cheung,  Dicky Cheung  and Andy Lau,  performs his latest songs with singers Renee Dai Mung-mung   and Priscilla Chao Pui-leng.  Sat, 5.30pm, Amphitheatre of the Taipa Houses Museum, free. Inquiries: (853) 988 4127

Children's Arts Playground 2005

Exhibition provides blank canvases for children to express their creative talent. Wed-Mon, noon-7pm, Ox Warehouse, at the intersection of Cruzamento Entre a Avenida do Cornel Mesquita and a Avenida do Almirante Lacerda. Inquiries: www.olhartspace.org.mo. or (853) 530 026 Ends Sept 11

National

BEIJING

World Carnival

The largest mobile amusement park stops in Beijing. Today-Oct 9, Shijingshan Sculpture Garden, Babaoshan Subway Station. Inquiries: (86 10) 8825 5582

The Twelve Months

A children's drama adapted from the Russian play of the same name, performed by the China Children's Art Theatre. Today, 7.30pm. China Children's Art Theatre, 64 Dong'anmen Dajie, 50-240 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 6521 1425

The First Five Artists in  Residence Exhibition

Abstract nudes and landscape paintings by Shen Jingdong,  Xu Wentao,  Chen Yufei,  Sun Baijun  and Chen Wenling.  Daily, 10am-5pm, Red Gate Gallery, Dongbianmen Watchtower, Chongwen District. Inquiries: (86 10) 6525 1005 or www.redgategallery.com  Ends Aug 28

Shanghai

Friends of the Shanghai Ballet

Shanghai Ballet Artistic Director Xin Lili  introduces the Shanghai Ballet programme and the highlights of the upcoming season, while troupe members dance. Today, 4pm, The Glamour Bar, No. 5 The Bund, 7/F, 50 yuan includes one drink. Inquiries: (86 21) 6350 9988 or reservations@m-onthebund.com

MVRDV Proposals for  Chinese Cities

Rotterdam-based firm of architects MVRDV presents ideas for Chinese cities. Daily, 11am-11pm, Shanghai Gallery of Art, 3/F,  3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi Rd, free. Inquiries: www.three

onthebund.com

TAIPEI

Kenny Garrett

Grammy nominee Kenny Garrett performs fusion, swing, hip-hop and free jazz. Sat, 7.30pm, National Theatre and National Concert Hall, Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall, NT$400-2,500. Inquiries: www.ntch.edu.tw

Taipei Summer Jazz Festival

Line-up of international jazz musicians including Stacey Kent  and James Morrison.  Sat-Sept 7, various venues and times, NT400-NT2,500. Inquiries: www.ntch.edu.tw/pro/2005jazz/ or (886 2) 3393 9888

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

The Beauty of Nan Guan Music

Musician Wang Xingxing plays the nan guan string instrument.  Aug 27, 7.30pm, 250-500NT. Inquiries: www.ntch.edu.tw

REGIONAL

Bangkok

It's Spiritually Good!Thai-Japanese artist Yuree Kensaku's   exhibits vividly

coloured cartoon-like images   in pastels and naive lines  that  comment on political corruption,  gambling addicts and Thailand's  troubled  south. 11am-7pm, 100 Tonson Gallery, Soi Tonson, Ploenchit Rd, free. Inquiries: www.100tonsongallery.com  Ends today

Jeremy Monteiro

The jazz pianist  performs with trumpeter with Leroy Jones.  Today, 9pm, The Living Room, Sheraton Grande, 250 Sukhumvit Rd, free. Inquiries: (662) 649 8888

Not the Sopranos

A musical comedy about the mafia, presented by the Faculty of Communication Arts entitled The Lucianos. Aug 26-28 and Sept 2-4, 2pm and 7pm, Chulalongkorn University Auditorium, Phayathai Rd, baht 150-180. Inquiries: (661) 347 3647 or www.nitadechula.net

Singapore

Slipknot 'The Subliminal  Verses Tour'

The rock group bring their  heavy metal sound to Singapore. Tue, 8pm, Fort Canning Park, Fort Canning Centre, Cox Terrace, S$60-$150. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

My Favourite Broadway  Leading Ladies

Tony winners and nominees Cady Huffman, Judy Kuhn and Lillias White sing numbers from Broadway musicals. Wed-Sat, 7:30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall, 1 Esplanade Drive, S$55-$150. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Betrayal

A play about a love triangle and an illicit seven-year affair by Harold Pinter, starring Indian actress Shabana Azmi,  two-time Tony Award nominee Peter Friedman  and Broadway star Simon Jones.  Thu-Sept 4,  (no show Mon), 8pm, DBS Arts Centre, 20 Merbau Rd, Robertson Quay, S$42-$63. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Stacey Kent 'The Boy Next Door' Tour 2005

The pop/jazz vocalist  performs jazz standards of yesteryear. Sat, 8pm, Suntec Singapore, Hall 603, S$68-$128. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Tokyo

Sergio Mendes & Brasil 2005

The Brazilian artist from the 1960s  performs with his band. Today, 6.30pm and 9pm, Blue Note Tokyo, 6-3-16 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, 8,400 yen. Inquiries: (813) 5485 0088 or www.bluenote.co.jp

Summer Sonic 2005

International rock concert with Oasis, Duran Duran, Nine Inch Nails, Weezer, The Black Crowes and more.  Today, Chiba Marine Stadium, 1 Banchi, Mihama-ku, Chiba-city, Chiba 261-0022 and Makuhari Messe, Nakase 2-1, Mihama-ku, Chiba-city, Chiba 261-0023. 13,000 yen, Inquiries:

(81 3) 546 60777 or http://metropolis.japantoday.com/tickets

The La's

Brit-pop Liverpool band perform past hits. Tomorrow, 7pm, Shibuya-AX, 6,500 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 5466 0777 or www.creativeman.co.jp

Tokyo Jazz 2005

Festival featuring jazz musicians including Herbie Hancock, Gary Burton and Ivan Lins.  Sat-Aug 21, 1pm and 7pm, Tokyo Big Sight, East Hall 1, 3-21-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, 5,000-8,000 (one show), 9,000-15,000 (all-day pass). Inquiries: (81 3) 5777 8600

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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