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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

Abstractions, Bouquets, Landscapes and Nudes

Vietnamese painter Tran Luu Hau  creates bold works of social-realism ranging from nudes to flowers. Today, 9.30am-6.30pm, Arch Angel Art, 38 Peel St, Central. Inquiries: 2854 4255. Ends today

33rd China Tao Painting Exhibition

JD Chou  exhibits his Tao-style ink paintings of figures and animals, which incorporate the principles of yin and yang. Today, 10am-8pm, HK Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2982 1092. Ends today

Argentina Unveiled

Argentinean Alejandro Ares  presents a journey through his country's landscapes in dramatic black and white photographs. Today-tomorrow, 11am-8pm,  3 Boxes, G/F, 35 Graham St, Central. Inquiries: 2203 0407. Ends tomorrow

Red Calendar: 24 Solar Terms

Liu Dahong's  paintings incorporate historical events from Maoist times onto an agricultural calendar. Today-tomorrow, 10am-6.30pm, Sat, 10am-6pm, Hanart TZ Gallery, 202 Henley Bldg, 5 Queen's Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2526 9019. Ends Sat

You are All Different Like Me

Marie-Madeleine Gautier's  full-bodied sculptures.  Mon-Sat, 10am-6.30pm, Kwai Fung Hin Art Gallery, 20 Ice House St, Central. Inquiries: 2580 0058. Ends Dec 7

The Gift of Art of Anton Molnar  and Sylvian Tremblay

Sylvian Tremblay  paints monochromatic shapes and immortal figures while Anton Molnar  creates realistic still lifes. Mon-Sat, 10.30am-7.30pm, Sun, 11.30am-7.30pm, Opera Gallery, Shop 20 Pacific House, G/F, 20 Queen's Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2810 1208. Ends Dec 10

On the Road to Mandalay

Burmese artist Tin Tun Hlaing  paints photo-realistic scenes of Burmese culture, tradition and daily life in the countryside. Mon-Sat, 10am-6.30pm, Sun, 1pm-5pm, Zee Stone Gallery, G/F Yu Yuet Lai Bldg, 43-55 Wyndham St, Central. Inquiries: 2810 5895. Ends Dec 16

Red Babies II

Yu Chen  paints Mao-like chubby babies with playful or menacing expressions. Mon-Sat, 10.30am-6.30pm, Schoeni Art Gallery, 21-31 Old Bailey St, Central. Inquiries: 2869 8802.  Ends Dec 21

The Diversity of Woman

Hu Haitao's oils reflects the effects of time and social change on women in China. Mon-Sat, 10am-7pm, Sun, noon-6.30pm, Galerie du Monde, 328 Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty. Inquiries: 2525 0529. Ends Dec 30

Assembly Halls

Husband and wife team Shao Yinong  and Mu Chen  photograph places used in the cultural revolution such as assembly halls  and sewing factories. Tue-Fri, 11am-7pm, Sat, 11.30am-6pm,  10 Chancery Lane Gallery, G/F,  10 Chancery Lane, SoHo, Central. Inquiries: 2810 0065. Ends Jan 14

Performing Arts

Quidam

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

The Mystery of Mozart

The Hong Kong Bach Choir and Orchestra marks Mozart's 250th anniversary of his birth with his final symphony Jupiter and the C-minor Mass. Today, 8pm,  HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall,  10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $160-$220 Urbtix. Inquiries: 9659 8687

Sheer Love

Show of poetry readings, piano recital, drama, dance and acting by adults from The Hong Kong Vocational Centre, Hong Kong's only English-speaking services centre for people with intellectual disabilities. In English. Today-tomorrow, 7.30pm, Fringe Club,  2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, $70 (members), $90. Inquiries: 2813 4550

Christmas with the Cecilian Singers and Friends

The Cecilian Singers and friends perform Christmas music and readings. Tomorrow, 8pm, St John's Cathedral, Garden Rd, Central, $80-$120 (tickets at  www.katterwall.com), includes  wine and snacks. Inquiries:  9380 4157

Body Torque

A variety of dances by The Academy Dance Ensemble, including Dream of the West Chamber, a Cantonese opera choreographed by Yuri Ng; Ding Ding Dong Dong,  another Chinese dance piece; the modern pieces Solo Act by Pewan Chow and In the Pavilion of Night; and Keith Hawley's A Tribute to Frank Sinatra.  Tomorrow, 8pm, Sat, 8pm, Academy Drama Theatre, Academy for Performing Arts, 1 Gloucester Rd, Wan Chai, $65-$100 HK Ticketing. Inquiries:  2584 8500

2005 HK Youth Music Interflows Symphony Orchestra Contest

Sixteen symphony orchestras from primary and secondary schools participate. Sun, 10am (primary school class), 2pm (secondary school class), HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $20 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2582 5334

Back Home

Eight Hong Kong and New York artists explore new forms of dance in the Dance Wide HKNY project. Artists include Abby Chan,  Allen Lam,  Andy Wong,  Yeung Wai-mei,  Julian Barnett  and Maura Donohue.  Dec 9-10, 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Studio Theatre,  10 Salisbury Rd, TST, $90-$110 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2584 8753

The Conqueror

City Contemporary Dance Company presents a tragic tale based on the battles between the Chu and Han kingdoms. Concept and choreography by Willy Tsao  and starring Yang Yuntao.  Dec 9-10, 8pm, Kwai Tsing Theatre, Auditorium, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, $120-$1,000 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2329 7803

Zheng Music of Henan  and Yanbian

Chinese zheng (plucked instrument) music performance by recitalists including Cao Yong'an,  Li Bian,  Cao Yang  and Chen Xiyao,  together with soloists Jin Lizi,  Li Yingliang  and Zhang Yange.  Dec 10, 8pm, HK City Hall, Theatre, Edinburgh Place, Central. Dec 11, Tuen Mun Town Hall, Cultural Activities Hall, 3 Tuen Hi Rd, Tuen Mun. $90-$150 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

The Nutcracker

Hong Kong Ballet's version 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

The Poetry Habit

PK Leung (aka Ya Si) reads from his books of poetry including  Travelling with a Bitter Melon (2002). Today, 7.30pm, Habitus, 3/F The Western Market, 323 Des Voeux Rd, Central, free. Inquiries: 2973 0231

Teresa Coleman Gallery visit

Teresa Coleman conducts a tour of her gallery, discussing the symbolism of Chinese court costume. Today, 6.30pm,  Teresa Coleman Fine Arts,  G/F, 79 Wyndham St, Central, free. Inquiries: lisbet@ust.hk

Francophone Evening

The French Overseas Association hosts a monthly social gathering for Francophone speakers and those interested in all things French. Beginner speakers welcome. Today, 6.30pm-9.30pm, FINDS 2/F LKF Tower, 33 Wyndham St, Central, free. Inquiries: 6206 8394

UBS Hong Kong Open

Pro-golfer Padraig Harrington  tries to reclaim his crown against defending champion Miguel Angel Jimenez.  Other activities include a golf simulator and 'beat the pro' game. Today-Sun,  The Hong Kong Golf Club, Lot No 1, Fan Kam Rd, Sheung Shui, $100-$250, $350 (four-day pass), tickets: 2111 5333. Inquiries: www.ubshong kongopen.com

Christmas Bazaar and Toys Sale

Charity event featuring children books and donated toys (age zero to six years old) to be sold for $20. Proceeds go towards Feed the Children Hong Kong. Tomorrow, 3pm-6pm, Baby Buddies, 1/F Park View Centre, 7 Lau Li St, Tin Hau. Inquiries: 2881 8717

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/cityline credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

cityline: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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