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Jade Lee-Duffy

Exhibitions

Ozone Application

Focuses on the demonstration and display of feasible modern ozone applications widely used in our daily lives and commercial industries. Today, 10am-9pm, HK Science Museum, 2 Science Museum Rd, TST East. Inquiries: 2732 3232. Ends today

Comic Strip, Passion's Trip

Part of the Best of Belgium festival, the exhibition features original drawings by more than 20 Belgian artists, including Frank Pe.  Today, 9am-8pm, tomorrow, 9am-noon. HK Central Library, Exhibition Gallery 3, 66 Causeway Rd, Causeway Bay, free. Inquiries: 2802 9455. Ends tomorrow

A Matter of Degrees

Joanie Tucker's  powerful, and sometimes  disturbing, prints including Rabbit Stewed. Today, 7pm-1am, tomorrow-Tue, 5.30pm-1am, a'ha Bar Gallery,  G/F, 10 Elgin St, Central. Inquiries: 2116 1650. Ends Tue

3 x M Group

Burmese artists Win Pe Myint,  Bogie  and Min Zaw  exhibit  abstract and figurative paintings. Today, 1pm-7pm, tomorrow-Thu, 11am-7pm, Karin Weber  Gallery, G/F, 20 Aberdeen St, Central. Inquiries: 2544 5004.  Ends Thu

Old Havana

Photographs of Cuba's capital city and its landmarks. Mon-Sat, noon-10pm, Fotogalerie, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 7251. Ends Nov 13

Art in the Party

Funky functional glass works by American artists including goblets and decanters.  Daily, 10am-7pm, Galerie Vee, Shop 225 2/F Prince's Building, Central. Inquiries: 2522 3166. Ends Nov 17

Narrative

Chiou Jyian-ren's loosely painted black figures in atmospheric scenes. Tue-Sun, 11am-8pm, 5opt Studio Gallery, 5 Prince's Terrace, Mid-Levels. Inquiries: 2536 9818. Ends Nov 20

Call of Silence

Szeto Lap's paints landscape and domestic scenes inspired by the noise of human society. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Kwai Fung Hin Art Gallery, 20 Ice House St, Central. Inquiries: 2580 0058. Ends Nov 23

Ariane Konstantinovskaia

Paris-based Russian artist, Ariane Konstantinovskaia exhibits lacquer paintings, acrylics and collages of sensuous females and nudes.  Mon-Sat, 11am-9pm, Kou, 22/F, Fung House, 19-20 Connaught Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2530 2234.  Ends Nov 30

Capturing the Spirit

Ronnie Ford presents France's countryside with sunflowers,  lavender and  vineyards. Tue-Fri, 11am-7pm, Sat, 11am-6pm, Amelia Johnson Contemporary, 1/F, 74 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2548 2286. Ends Dec 3

Press the button tour,  the first stop, Hong Kong

Photo installation by local artist Seemanho  and Japanese photographer Kabo.  The exhibition is a work-in-progress, with additions coming from other countries that plan to visit. Wed-Fri, 4pm-8pm, Sat-Sun, 2pm-8pm, Seeman Backyard, 1/F, 43 Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 3527 3167.  Ends Dec 18

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

Quidam

The Canadian troupe Cirque du Soleil present an acrobatic performance involving a mysterious world of nameless characters. Today-Dec 4, Grand Chapiteau, Waterfront Park, Cyberport. Shows Tue-Fri at 8pm, Sat at 4pm and 8pm, Sun at 1pm and 5pm. $200-$1,400 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 3128 8288

Carlos Acosta's Tocororo A Cuban Tale

The first black principal dancer for the Royal Ballet, Cuban Carlos Acosta,  and dancers from the Cuban National Ballet perform a tale of a boy who left the country to search for his dreams in the big city. Today,  7.30pm, HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $120-$380 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2370 1044

A'Cappella ExpreSSS

Six vocalists from Moscow blend their voices into a harmony of jazz, rock, classical and folk songs.  Members are sopranos Diana Polenova  and Katya Nadareishvili,  alto Eteri Beriashvili,  tenor Max Kostra,  baritone Anton Kasatkin  and bass Andrey Tunik. Today, 7.30pm, Tsuen Wan Town Hall,  72 Tai Ho Rd, Tsuen Wan.  Inquiries: 2268 7321

CLP Light Classics Concert

Yip Wing-sie conducts the Hong Kong Sinfonietta in a programme of light orchestral classics including Tchaikovsky, Polonaise and Brahms. Today, 3pm, Kwai Tsing Theatre, Auditorium, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, $60-$100 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2836 3336

The Magic Raiders Let the Magic Begin

A magician's apprentice has been searching the universe for something he lost in a dream. The magic raiders have come to help. Magicians include Magic Albert, Alex Ng, Man Kam, Jim Chan, Freddy Ng, Simon Ma and Adrian Man. Today, 7.30pm, North District Town Hall, 2 Lung Wan St, Sheung Shui; Sat, 7.30pm, Taipo Civic Centre, Auditorium, 12 On Pong Rd, Taipo. $70-$100 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Laurence Juber live in Hong Kong

The two-time Grammy award-winning guitarist, who has performed with George Harrison, Ringo Starr and The Monkees, plays songs from his new album One Wing. Tomorrow, 8pm, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, Theatre,  345 Queen's Rd, Central,  $120-$280. Inquiries: 2523 8292

John Rutter's Mass of  the Children

Kathy Fok  and Apollo Wong  conduct a charity concert with the Hong Kong Youth Choir, the Hong Kong Children's Choir and the Eastern Winds Ensemble in works including John Rutter's Mass of the Children. Proceeds go to Save the Children Hong Kong. Tomorrow, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, $80-$500. Inquiries: 2867 2324

University Philharmonic Orchestra HKUSTSU Annual Concert 2005

Cheng Wing Kin conducts the University Philharmonic Orchestra from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Student Union in works by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Rossini and Strauss. Tomorrow, 8pm, HK City Hall, Theatre, Edinburgh Place, Central, $80, $100 Urbtix. Inquiries:  9742 7897

The Woman in Black

Hong Kong Player's spine-chilling drama about a London lawyer who can't forget the terrors of his past. The show has been a West End hit for more than a decade. Not suitable for children under 12.  In English. Tue-Sat, 7.30pm,  O? Theatre, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, $170 (members), $190 HK Ticketing. Inquiries:  2521 7251

Palo Santo  Live

Live music on the street followed by a session inside C Club with the experimental Colombian musician, Palo Santo. Tue, 8pm, outside California Tower, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, free. Inquiries: 2526 1139

Vocal Recital by Jeffie Leung

Soprano Jeffie Leung,  accompanied by pianist Grace Lau,  performs selections from The Pirates of Penzance, The Phantom of the Opera and La Traviata. Thu,  8pm, HK City Hall, Theatre, Edinburgh Place, Central, $100 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2885 0051

Cookin'

Three crazy South Korean chefs combine comedy and Korean Samulnori drumming into a performance of percussion pandemonium. The show has been featured at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Fri-Sat, 8pm, Nov 13, 3pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, $100-$190 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Rockit - Hong Kong Music Festival

Two day music festival featuring Feeder,  the Brian Jonestown Massacre,  DJ Marky  with Stamina MC  and Joris Voorn  as well as top local act Soler. Sat-Nov 13,  3pm-11pm, Victoria Park, Causeway Bay, $380 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: www.rockit-hk.com

The Lee Trio

Sisters Angela (Cello), Lisa (violin) and Melinda Lee (piano), perform works including Frank Martin's Irish folk tunes and Schumann's piano trio. Sat, 8pm, HK City Hall, Theatre, Edinburgh Place, Central, $120-$180 Urbtix. Inquiries:  9679 6066

Berliner Philharmoniker musicians and Hong Kong  Pure Strings

Joint concert with Berliner Philharmoniker musicians, including violinist Laurentiu Dinca,  violist Martin von der Nahmer  and cellist Dietmar Schwalke,  who play with Hong Kong Pure Strings in a repertoire of Bach, Mozart, Warlock and Bazzini. Nov 15, 8pm, Sha Tin Town Hall, Auditorium, 1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin, $250-$400 Urbtix. Inquiries: 222 2292

The Nutcraker

Hong Kong Ballet's production of Tchaikovsky's last ballet, about a girl who dreams of a Nutcracker Prince. Dec 16-25, 7.30pm, (Sat-Sun and Dec 26 also at 2.30pm),  HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $100-$300 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2105 9724

Extra-curricular

Call for Entries

The Fringe Club is accepting entries for its book, handicraft and Christmas Fairs held this month and in December. Fringe Club,  2 Lower Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2525 1032

Asian Beat Band Competition

Entry deadline today  for Hong Kong competition held on Nov 14 and Dec 12. Winner will go to Singapore for Asian final. Submit a song in MD/CD format for a judging panel. Inquiries: 2737 7603

Minding your Ps and Qs

The English Speaking Union hosts a discussion with Dr Gillian Bickley  on how to be polite in different countries and cultures. Tomorrow, 6.30pm-8pm, G06, The Center,  99 Queen's Rd, Central, $75 (members), $90. Inquiries:  2186 8449

Linen Show

Handcrafted silk and linens for the home, plus embroidered shawls and scarfs and original stationery. Tue, 10am-7.30pm, The Conrad Hotel,  Level 7, Pacific Place,  88 Queensway, free. Inquiries:  2804 6199

Law of the WTO: China and the  Future of Free Trade

Book launch of Wang GuiGuo's book Law of the WTO: China and the Future of Free Trade, an analysis of WTO case law over the last 50 years. Thu, 6pm-7.30pm, Bloomsbury Books, 2/F Lusitano Bldg, Duddell St, Central, free. Inquiries: 2877 3161

4th Annual Textile Bazaar

Asian textiles ranging from ancient and modern to folk and court styles. Sat, 10.30am-5pm, Fringe Club,  2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free. Inquiries: 9194 6630

Tian Yan Nei Gong

Christel Wilk  presents a workshop of ancient Daoist energy exercises, which aims to promote health, prevent disease and slow the ageing process. Sat and Nov 19, Life, 10 Shelley St, SoHo. 5pm-6pm. $150 (per workshop). Inquiries:  2810 9777

Film

Latin America 2005 Film Festival

Films from around Latin America including Argentina, Peru, Chile and Colombia. Tue-Nov 24,  various venues and times, free. Inquiries: frances7@netvigator.com

A Touch of Spice

The story of a Greek boy in Istanbul who learns from his grandfather that both food and life need a bit of spice. In English, Greek and Turkish with English subtitles. Tomorrow, 5pm, HK University, T6, Meng Wah Complex, Pokfulam Rd, free (registration recommended). Inquiries: www.britishcouncil.org/hongkong-arts-euff

The Archangel's Feather

In a remote Venezuelan village, the telegraph operator dies. A mysterious man takes over the job, who changes the lives of the town's residents for the better. In Spanish with English subtitles. Tue, 7.30pm. Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free. Inquiries: 2521 7251

The Immortals (Os Imortais)

A 50-year old man recounts the deaths of his companions including a former detective who found out criminal secrets. In Portuguese with English subtitles. Tue, 5pm, HK University, T6, Meng Wah Complex, Pokfulam Rd, free (registration recommended). Inquiries: eufilmfestival@britishcouncil.org.hk

Shanghai Dreams

In Guizhou province, relations are strained when a father wants his 19-year old daughter to share his dream of moving to Shanghai. In Putonghua with English subtitles. Wed, 7.30pm, Nov 15, 7.30pm,  HK Film Archive, 50 Lei King Rd,  Sai Wan Ho. $40 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2970 3300

The Art of Commercials 2005

Programme Three

Featuring commercials from AICP 2005 and the New York Festival 2005. Fri, 9.30pm, Nov 13, 5.30pm,  Agnes b. Cinema, HK Arts Centre,  2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $40 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2582 0200

MACAU

West Side Story  by Leonard Bernstein

A New York City cast joins the Macau Orchestra to stage the classic musical - a story of two  people from different backgrounds falling in love and  meeting obstacles of hatred and intolerance. Today, 8pm,  Grand auditorium, Macau Cultural Centre, Av. Xian Xing Hai, 100-300 patacas. Sung in English with Chinese and Portuguese subtitles. Inquiries: (853) 399 6699 or www.ccm.gov.mo

World Music Concert DUNA

Tabla Tarang,  a percussion music group, fuses world styles using jazz drums, African beats, Indian Tablas and Cuban congas, in addition to piano, double bass and sitar. Today, 7pm-9pm, Dr Sun Yat Sen Municipal Garden, Avenida do Comendador Ho Yin, free. Inquiries: (853) 988 4131 or www.macaufringe.gov.mo

Indie Bands Festival

Macau's indie bands perform. Today, 11am-7pm, Dr. Sun Yat Sen Municipal Garden, Avenida do Comendador Ho Yin, free. Inquiries: (853) 988 4131 or www.macaufringe.gov.mo

Balance Brothers at the Sands

Acrobatic duo stage a performance that combines athletics, flexibility and focus of the mind. Entry for adults over 18. Today-Nov 12, Xanadu Bar, Sands Casino and Entertainment Complex, Largo do Monte Carlo, free. Inquiries: (853) 883 388 for exact show times.

National

BEIJING

Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2005

The International Skating Union host international skaters. Today, Capital Gymnasium, No 5 Baishiqiao Xizhimenwai, Xicheng District, 80-500 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 6417 7845 or www.piao.com.cn

Ballet Karmen and Le Corsaive

French ballet editor Roland Petit   collaborates with local ballet dancers in classical shows such as Karmen and The Youth and Death. Le Corsaive: Nov 15. Karmen: Nov 18-19. Poly Theatre, 14 Dong Zhi Men South Avenue, Dong Cheng District, 100-800 yuan. Shows at 7.30pm. Inquiries: (86 10) 6417 7845 or www.piao.com.cn

Fei Yuching  2005 Beijing  Vocal Concert

The Taiwanese singer performs love ballads. Nov 18, Workers' Gymnasium, Gongti North Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100-1,000 yuan. Inquiries: www.emma.cn

Shanghai

Pierre Amoyal  and Camerata de Lausanne, Switzerland

Violinist Pierre Amoyal plays Kochanski, a Stradivarius along with The Camerata de Lausanne, Switzerland, a group of musicians who play violins, violas and cellos. Today, 7.30pm, Shanghai Grand Stage, Shanghai Grand Theatre, Lyric Theatre, 80-220 yuan. Inquiries: (86 21) 6386 8686

Liquid Blue

The San Diego-based band, Liquid Blue, who have performed for two US presidents, play a blend of western pop with eastern sounds. Thu-Sat, Minhang Stadium, No 288 Xinzhen Rd, 50-380 yuan. Inquiries: (86 21) 6374 8445

Jose Carreras Shanghai Concert

The Spanish tenor performs. Nov 13, 7.30pm, Shanghai Oriental Art Centre, Concert Hall, 425 Dingxiang Lu, Pudong, Century Park, 300-1,800 yuan. Inquiries:  (86 21) 6374 8445

TAIPEI

Two Ballet Birds

The Taipei Royal ballet perform selections from Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake and Stravinsky's Firebird Suite. Nov 20, 2.30pm, 5pm, National Concert Hall at CKS Memorial Hall, NT250. Inquiries: www.artsticket.com.tw or (88 62) 3392 9888

The Mysteries of Space

Exhibition explores the challenges and novelties of living in space and a zero-gravity environment. For kids and adults. Daily, 9am-5pm. 189 Shih-shang Rd, Shihlin, free. Inquiries: (88 62) 6610 1234 or www.ntsec.gov.tw Ends Dec 15

Pursuing Good Fortune: Taiwanese Folk Cultural Artefacts

The exhibition explores a common thread among Taiwan's diverse religious groups. Tue-Sun, 10am-5pm, Museum of World Religions. 7F, 236 Zhong-shan  Rd, Yonghe, NT$150. Inquiries: www.mwr.org.tw or (88 62) 8231 6118. Ends Feb 10

REGIONAL

Bangkok

The Heineken Fat Festival

Thailand's indie bands plus international acts, including The Travelers  and Kiiiiiiii from Japan,  perform. From noon, today,  Dan Neramit, Phaholyothin Rd, 200 baht. Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Parsley sage

French artist Laurence Causse-Parsley's colourful  mixed-media paintings.  Meet the artist today, from 10am-2pm. Exhibition runs Tue-Sun, 9.30am-4pm, Rotunda Gallery, Neilson Hays Library, Surawongse Rd, free. Inquiries: www.neilsonhayslibrary.com or (662) 233 1731 Ends Nov 29

A Concert to Celebrate His Majesty the King's Birthday Anniversary

Japanese violinist Atsuko Watanabe  and cello soloist Hikaru Sato  join forces with the Bangkok Symphony Orchestra performing works including Bernstein's Candide Overture and Brahms' Double Concerto for Violin, Cello and Orchestra. Tue, 8pm, Thailand Cultural Centre, Ratchadaphisek Rd, 300-1,500 baht. Inquiries: www.bangkoksymphony.org or (662) 255 6617.

Singapore

Lisa Ono

Japanese singer Lisa Ono  sings  songs from her latest Bossa Nova music collection: the three Romance Latino albums. Today, 8pm, Singapore Expo Hall 1, Singapore Expo, S$58-$148. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

Imperial Russian Ballet

A performance of Serge Prokofiev's  Romeo and Juliet accompanied by a full Russian orchestra. Tue-Wed, 8pm, Esplanade Theatre,  1 Esplanade Drive, S$60-$140. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Modern Dance for Beginners A comedy challenging pre-conceptions of adult sexuality. Today-Wed,  8pm (Sat-Sun also at 3pm), DBS Arts Centre, 20 Merbau Rd, S$34-$39. Inquiries: (65) 6348 5555 or www.sistic.com

Lao Jiu: The Musical

Kuo Pao Kun's  classic play is now a  musical about the ninth-born of a family who is torn between his family's aspirations and his dream to pursue the dying art of puppetry. In Putonghua with English subtitles. Fri-Nov 20, 8pm (Sun  2.30pm, no show Mon-Tue), Drama Centre Theatre, 100 Victoria Street, S$20-$60. Inquiries: www.sistic.com

Tokyo

Cirque du Soleil Alegria 2

Human circus spectacle with Synchro Trapeze and the Aerial High Bars. Today-Nov 27, various times, Harajuku New Big Top, Yoyogi National Stadium, 3,500-11,500 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 5237-9330 or www.alegria2.jp

Oasis

British rock band perform tracks from their album Don't Believe the Truth. Nov 18 and Nov 21, 7pm; Nov 20, 6pm; Yoyogi Daiichi Taiikukan, 7,000 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 3444 6751

Design Festa Vol. 22

Biannual art exhibition highlighting thousands of amateur and professional works. Nov 26-27, 11am-7pm, Tokyo Big Sight, Odaiba, 1,000, 1,800 (two-day pass). Inquiries: (81 3) 3479 1433 or www.designfesta.com

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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