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Jade Lee-Duffy

Exhibitions

Inspiration

The 11th annual exhibition of watercolours, inks, ceramics and mixed media by 13  members of Artists Abroad, whose work demonstrates how the artists are inspired by the people, culture and art of Asia. Today, 9am-8pm, 7/F City Hall Exhibition Gallery, City Hall High Block, Edinburgh Place, Central. Inquiries: 2872 6864. Ends today

Diamond is Art

Exhibition of diamonds by Belgian diamond polishers showing their craftsmanship and new stone-cutting techniques. Today-Sun, 10.30am-9pm, IFC Mall, G/F Oval Atrium, Central. Inquiries: 2522 9880. Ends Sun

Time Reborn

Original watch and figurine artwork from local toy and graphic designers including Alex Lau,  Brothersfree and Danny Chan. Today-Sun, 11am-11pm, Level 4, Langham Place Mall, Mongkok. Inquiries: 2148 2160. Ends Sun

Outside Looking In

Kate Whitehead's photographs capture prisoners going about their daily activities in the courtyard of Victoria Prison. Today-tomorrow, noon-3am,   Nov 14, noon-midnight,  2/F Fotogalerie, Fringe Club,  2 Lower Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 7251. Ends Nov 14

World of Ji Dachun

Beijing-based artist Ji Dachun's  graphite and acrylic washes infuse objects with grotesque humour.  Mon-Sat, 10am-6.30pm, Plum Blossoms Gallery, G6, Chinachem Hollywood Centre, 1 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2521 2189. Ends Nov 19

Abstractions, Bouquets, Landscapes and Nudes

Vietnamese painter Tran Luu  Hau  creates bold and impulsive works of social realism ranging from nudes to flowers. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm, Sun, 10.30am- 6pm, Arch Angel Art, 38 Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 2854 4255.  Ends Dec 1

Performing Arts

Latin Fantasia Parade of  Samba and Latin Dancers

A lively selection of dance performances from Brazil's Rio Samba carnival including From Rio with Samba and Love, dancers Anastasija Novozilova  and Misa Cigoj  who perform tango, rumba and cha cha, plus tango dancers Pablo Inza  and Moira Castellano.  Today-tomorrow, 8pm, Sha Tin Town Hall, 1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin, $100-$280 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2370 1044

The Woman in Black

Hong Kong Players' 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 kids under 12.  In English. Today-tomorrow, 7.30pm, O? Theatre, Fringe Club,  2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, $170 (members), $190 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2521 7251

Classical Chinese  Dance Showcase

The Youth Dance Company of the Beijing Dance Academy performs its award-winning repertoire and new works led by Pang Dan.  Today, 8pm, Auditorium, Tsuen Wan Town Hall, 72 Tai Ho Rd, Tsuen Wan. Tomorrow, 8pm, Auditorium, Tuen Mun Town Hall, 3 Tuen Hi Rd, Tuen Mun. Sun, 3pm, Ko Shan Theatre,  77 Ko Shan Rd, Hunghom. $80-$140 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Josh Weller and the Availables

The guitarist  plays melodies and pop songs from his album, The Tradition of Unbecoming. Special guests includes acoustic pop musician Luke Chow.  Today, 8pm, White Noise Records, 1/F,  4 Canal Rd East, Causeway Bay, free. Inquiries: 2591 0499

Rockit - Hong Kong Music Festival

Two-day music festival featuring Feeder,  the Brian Jonestown Massacre,  DJ Marky  with Stamina MC  and Joris Voorn.  Tomorrow-Sun, 3pm-11pm, Victoria Park, Causeway Bay, $380 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: www.rockit-hk.com

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

Berliner Philharmoniker

The orchestra makes its HK debut with British-born Simon Rattle   conducting a repertoire of Berlioz's    Overture Le Corsaire, Ravel's Ma Mere l'Oye and Beethoven's Symphony No 3 in  E-flat. Sun-Nov 14, 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall,  10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $300-$2,500 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

Extra-curricular

4th Annual Textile Bazaar

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

Come and Meet Chris Patten

Hong Kong's last governor  is signing his new book, Not Quite the Diplomat: Home Truths  About World Affairs. Tomorrow, 2.30pm-4pm, Bloomsbury Books Ltd, 2/F Club Lusitano Bldg, Duddell Street, Central, free. Inquiries: 2526 5387

Dealing with Stress: A Meditation Day Course

Gen Kelsang Tonglam's  workshop on how meditation can eliminate stress. Sun, 10am-4.30pm, Vajradhara Buddhist Meditation Centre, 21 Tai Wong St East, Wan Chai, $200, includes lunch. Inquiries: 2507 2237

Film

Bar El Chino

Jorge is making a documentary  on a legendary tango bar that  is decaying. His plans become entangled in money, politics and love when he meets Martina, a young television editor who is filming the same bar. In Spanish with English subtitles. Today, 7.30pm, Fringe Club, Roof Garden, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free. Inquiries: 2521 7251

The Art of Commercials 2005 Programme Three

Featuring commercials from  AICP 2005 and the New York Festival 2005. Today, 9.30pm,  Sun, 5.30pm,  Agnes b. Cinema, Upper Basement, HK Arts Centre,  2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, $40 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2582 0273

Ushpizin (Guests)

A poor childless couple's prayers are answered when they receive an unexpected donation. But their faith is put to the test when two escaped convicts arrive on their doorstep. In Hebrew with English and Chinese subtitles. Tomorrow, 7.30pm, Palace IFC, Central, $75 (at cinema's box office). Inquiries: 6771 8070

Night Scene

Underground 15

Original music with bands including Lazy Susans,  a five-member group with experimental sounds; Guitars and Panties,  an all-girl pop band; and Air Tub,  a rock band.  Today, 8.30pm- 11pm, the Edge, G/F, 60 Wyndham St, Central, free. Inquiries: www.underground.hk.com

Blues Espresso

The four-piece blues band headed by Edward Chun on vocals and guitar play electric blues, blues rock and R&B. Today,  10.30pm, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free (members), $80, includes one drink. Inquiries:

2521 7251

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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