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SCMP Reporter

ExhibitionsHarbin Ice Lantern Festival

Sculptors from Harbin create glittering pieces that will be frozen at minus-five degrees Celsius, including the Forbidden City, octagonal pagoda and a northern winter scene. Today, 10am-10pm,

Centre Bridge, 2/F Cityplaza, 18 Taikoo Shing Rd, Taikoo

Shing, HK$20. Inquiries:  2568 8665. Ends today

EDITOR'S PICK

Hong Kong during the Japanese Occupation

Cheng Po Hung's collection  of historical photographs of everyday life during Japanese  rule in Hong Kong. Today, 1.30pm-5.30pm, University  Museum Art Gallery, University  of Hong Kong, 94 Bonham Rd,  Pok Fu Lam. Inquiries: 2241 5500. Ends today

Seven Wonders: The Conquest of the Ivory Tower

Stephen Lam showcases images  of the self and the world by using aluminium printing plates instead  of photographic paper. Today-tomorrow, 10am-7pm (closed Tue and public holidays), UMA G, G/F 12 St Francis St, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2528 3669. Ends tomorrow

Football

Exhibition of photographs and audio-visual programmes from the National Football Museum and the Hong Kong Football Association, tracing the history of the sport said to have originated in China. Today, 10am-7pm, tomorrow, 10am- 6pm, HK Museum of History,  100 Chatham Rd South, TST,  HK$10, HK$20. Inquiries:  2724 9042. Ends tomorrow

EDITOR'S PICK

Ancient Chinese Weapons

Featuring weapons from China's bronze age (2,000BC), the exhibit showcases weapons which were props for ritual sacrifices and badges of rank, works of art  and conspicuous displays of  luxury. Today-Wed, 10am-5pm,  HK Museum of Coastal Defence, 175 Tung Hei Rd, Shau Kei Wan, HK$5, HK$10. Inquiries: 2569 1500.  Ends Wed

Wisdom - The Gems of China

Shanghai artists Liu Dewei, Xu Maoping, Zhou Gang and Guan  Qijun express their perspectives on life through different styles, forms and colours. Mon-Fri, 11am-8pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Galerie Ora-Ora, 12/F, 41-43 Graham St, Central. Inquiries: 2851 1171. Ends Sept 23

The Glory of Life

Chinese ink paintings of Eddy Chan Kwan-lap's root and water series. OC Gallery, G/F, Olympian City I, 11 Hoi Fai Rd, West Kowloon and 1/F Lobby, Central Plaza, 18 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. Daily, 9am-9pm. Inquiries: 2132 8718. Ends Oct 2

Vanishing Home

Influenced by German expressionism, Lu Hao paints the hutongs of Beijing's alleyways  in dark tones. Mon-Sat, 10am- 6pm, Kwai Fung Hin Art Gallery,  20 Ice House St, Central. Inquiries: 2580 0058. Ends Oct 4

Fist Power

Zhao Fang's paintings of reciprocation through delicate images of fists and muscular bodies. Mon-Sat, 10.30am- 6.30pm, Schoeni Gallery, 21-31 Old Bailey St, Central. Inquiries: 2869 8802.  Ends Oct 11

Illusion

Steven Liang's glass art formed with in vibrant colours and geometric patterns. Mon-Sat, 11am-7pm, Choice Gallery,  21 Wing Fung St, Wan Chai. Inquiries: 2804 2222. Ends Oct 14

Earth, Sky, Sea

Opens today. Ceramic sculptures and drawings by New Zealand  artist John Crawford. Wed-Sat, noon-5pm. Koru Contemporary  Art Gallery, Unit 12, 10/F Hing  Wai Centre, 7 Tin Wan Praya Rd, Aberdeen. Inquiries: 2987 5546. Ends Oct 31

Michel Harmouche

Paintings by Lebanese artist and interior designer who takes inspiration from objects and furniture. Mon-Sat, 11am-9pm, KouConcepts, 22/F Fung House, 19-20 Connaught Rd. Inquiries:  2530 2234. Ends Nov 30

Performing Arts

EDITOR'S PICK

Madama Butterfly

Edo de Waart conducts the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra  and international cast members - Chinese soprano He Hui as  Cio-Cio-San (Butterfly) and  US tenor Andrew Richards as  Pinkerton in Puccini's operatic opus. In Italian with Chinese and English surtitles. Tomorrow,  8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Concert  Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$150-HK$600 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 2030

The Wizard of Oz

Purple Turtle Theatre Group presents Dorothy in the land of Oz. Today, noon, Grappa's Cellar, B/F Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, HK$165 (advance), HK$180 (door), includes food and drinks. Inquiries: 2520 6568

Tom Lee Music Carnival

Monthly music event features Kumi Masunaga leading a drum circle (2pm-3.30pm), followed by seven bands (3.30pm-6pm) including Hazy, Mad Child, Choco Balls, Persist, B&J with Friends, Narrow Road and Sonar. Today, Piazza Area C, HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, (outdoor venue near the  Hong Kong Museum of Art), free. Inquiries: www.tomleemusic.com

Amadeus, Father & Son -  3 Generations of Mozart

Chan Wing-wah conducts the Hong Kong Oratorio Society in a range  of generational Mozart works, from the master himself, his father Leopold, and son Franz Xaver Wolfgang. Wed, 8pm, HK City  Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh  Place, Central, HK$100-HK$200 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

Dream Dances

Hong Kong Dance Company creates a poem through Chinese dance  by curators Yuri Ng and Mui  Cheuk-yin, and four local female choreographers, including Mui Cheuk-yin, Sheng Peiqi, Yu Pik-yim and Lai Man-wai. Fri-Sat, 7.45pm, Sept 24, 3pm, Kwai Tsing Theatre, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, HK$100-HK$180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Nearly Broadway Express

American Community Theatre and Signature Entertainment present songs from 26 musicals, including Jesus Christ Superstar, Miss  Saigon  and Rent, plus satirical  takes on songs. Starring Sheri Tillman Dorfman. Sept 26-30, 8pm, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, HK$170 (members), HK$190 HK Ticketing. Inquiries:  2809 2109

Cantible

An a cappella quartet of Richard Bryan (counter-tenor), Steven Brooks (tenor), Mark Fleming (tenor) and Michael Steffan (baritone) from Britain blend humour and music into a programme including a homage to the Beatles, Strangers in the Night and Summertime from the opera Porgy and Bess. Sept 27, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$120-HK$280 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

EDITOR'S PICK

Nijinsky

Choreographed by Xing Liang, the star of Chinese modern dance, City Contemporary Dance Company presents an all-male feature focusing on Nijinsky. Sept 29-30, 8pm, (Sept 30-Oct 1 at 3pm), HK Cultural Centre, Studio Theatre,  10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$120- HK$500 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2329 7803

Flamenco Directo

Founders ?ngel Rojas and Carlos Rodriguez lead Nuevo Ballet Espa?ol from Spain in a production of contemporary dance with flamenco traditions. Sept 29-30, 7.30pm, Sha Tin Town Hall, Auditorium, 1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin, HK$100-HK$250 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Camerata Salzburg

Violinist Julian Rachlin, who  has performed with Vienna Philharmonic and the London Symphony, plays with the chamber orchestra Camerata Salzburg in a night of Mozart. Oct 22, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$200-HK$480 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Italy's Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company tackles choreographer George Balanchine's 1962 piece about the magic of love. The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra accompany the ballet. Oct 27-29, 7.30pm, HK Cultural Centre, Grand Theatre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$150-HK$550 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Yngwie Malmsteen

Unleash the Fury World

Concert by the 80s virtuoso rock guitarist, who has played with  Steve Vai, Joe Satriani and Eddie Van Halen. Nov 6, 8pm, HITEC,

1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay, HK$580, HK$780 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 3128 8288

Extra-curricular

EDITOR'S PICK

Hong Kong Hobie Club

The club holds an open day with barbecue, beach area for children and a chance to sail on a hobie. Today, 1pm-5pm, HK Hobie Club, Tai Tam (at the pier next to the water pumping station), free,  with snacks. Inquiries:  2813 5003

A First Hand Account of a Near Death Experience

Anita Moorjani shares her near- death experience. Today, 3pm, Jockey Club, Lecture Theatre, 1/F Olympic House, Causeway Bay, HK$280. Inquiries: 2369 1234

The Official Liverpool Supporters' Club

The football fan club welcomes new members for the Chelsea versus Liverpool game. Today, 7.30pm, Amici, 1/F, 81-85 Lockhart Rd,  Wan Chai, free. Inquiries: www.hongkongreds.com

Peter Pan - Casting Notice

Aba Productions holds pan-Asian auditions for children and adult roles in dancing, acting and singing. Today,  2pm-6pm, tomorrow, 7pm-10pm. (adult auditions by appointment only). Inquiries:  2547 7150

Making the Most of the Media

Journalist Alexandra Carroll  and copywriter and marketing consultant Kay Ross, host a seminar on tips for writing a press release and getting free publicity. In English. Tomorrow, 7pm-9.30pm, Fringe Studio, 1/F Fringe Club,  2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, HK$250. Inquiries: 2521 7251

EDITOR'S PICK

Defining Success on  Our Own Terms!

Book signing for More Than 85 Broads and discussion with the Women in Publishing Society,  Sandi Butchkiss, Grace Park  and Jacqueline Tan on defining success. Tue, 7pm-9pm, Foreign Correspondents' Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, HK$100 (members), HK$150, includes  food and one drink (registration required). Inquiries: events@hkwips.org

Mi (me) lestone

In a four-session workshop,  Hong Kong mime artist Philip  Fok returns after a 14-year  stint in Australia to cover topics such as comparing eastern and western culture and mime, tai chi, Chinese-Opera. Starting Tue, Rehearsal Room, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, HK$400 (members), HK$450. Inquiries:  2521 7251

From Cheesepreneur  to Entrepreneur

The Entrepreneurs' Club hosts a talk with Smair Kumar, founder  of Sino Hero Foods on niche markets. Tue, 7.15pm, the  Edge, 60 Wyndham St, Central,  free (members), HK$150,  includes snacks. Inquiries: contact@entrepreneurs.com.hk

Climate Change and Hong Kong: What Can We Do?

As part of a three-part Climate Change series, a discussion on how climate change will impact Hong Kong and future energy solutions. Speakers include experts from the Hong Kong government, industry and academia.  Wed, 9am-12.30pm, Hong Kong Football Club, 3 Sports Rd, Happy Valley, HK$300 (members), HK$400. Inquiries: www.cancham.org

FilmWrong Movement

Wim Wenders'  road movie about  an aspiring writer who  meets an old athlete, an actress, a mute teenager and a suicidal man. In German with English subtitles. Today,  2.30pm, HK Space Museum, Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$50 Urbtix. Inquiries:  2734 2900

EDITOR'S PICK

Beware of a Holy Whore

A group of actors and crew are left to wait in a posh Spanish hotel  for their missing equipment and director. When the director finally shows up, the financiers are  fed up and the actors are ready to walk off the set. Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. In German  with English subtitles. Today, 7.30pm, HK Space Museum, Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 2900

Australian Film Festival

Selection of feature films and shorts from Sydney's Sony Tropfest 2006, including the following film. Various venues and various times. Inquiries: 2585 4481, www.australia.org.hk

Hating Alison Ashley

Comedy about student Erika Yurken (Saskia Surmeister) who needs to deal with the new girl at school, Alison Ashley (played by pop princess Delta Goodrem).  Geoff Bennett directs. In English. Sun, 5.30pm, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, HK$50 Urbtix; Fri, 7pm, HK Space Museum, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$50 Urbtix

Mexican September

Selection of award-winning films from Mexico and Colombia, including the following two films.  Fringe Club and HK Film Archive, various times, free-HK$40  Urbtix. Inquiries: 2521 7251 and www.mayahk.com Ends Sept 27

The Young and the Damned  (Los Olividados)

Luis Bu?uel's 1950 film about Pedro, a boy who is abandoned  by his mother and left to fend  for himself on the crime-ridden streets of Mexico City. In  Spanish with English subtitles. Tomorrow, 7.30pm, Fringe Club,

2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free

The People at Universal

Comedy about a detective agency run by ex-cop Diogenes, who is hired by a jailed Spanish gangster  to find out who has been sleeping with his porn star mistress. Felipe Aljure directs. In Spanish with English subtitles. Wed, 7.30pm,  Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, free

MACAUFlourishing Art

The Macau Orchestra performs  with cellist Trey Lee in a programme including Edouard Lalo's only original work for cello and orchestra. Conducted by Fu Renchang. Sat, 8pm, Clementina Leit?o Ho Brito Theatre, Avenue Artur Tamagnini Barbosa, $60, $40 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 399 6633 or www.icm.gov.mo

Madame Bovary is Me

Edward Lam Dance Theatre present a work inspired by the literary work, Madame Bovary about desire and individuality. Fri-Sat, 7.30pm, Small Auditorium, Macau Cultural Centre, Avenue Xian Xing Hai, $80, $120 patacas. Inquiries: (853) 700 699 or www.ccm.gov.mo

18th Macau International Fireworks Display Contest

The annual fireworks display contest with international participants including Pyro Spectaculars by Souza (USA) and Takagi Fireworks (Japan). Sat, 9pm, 10pm, Sea area in front of the Macau Tower. Inquiries: (853) 315 566 or www.macautourism.gov.mo

7th Asian Dragon Boat Championship

Competition is presented by the Asian Dragon Boat Federation, the Macau Sport Development Board and the Macau, China Dragon  Boat Association. Fri and Sept 24, 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat, 10am-4.30pm, Nam Van Lake Nautical Centre, free. Inquiries: (853) 580 762 or www.sport.gov.mo

Breath of the Universe

Paintings and calligraphy by Qing Teng and Bai Yang from the Palace Museum and the Shanghai Museum. Tue-Fri, 2pm-7pm, Sat, 11am-7pm, Macau Museum of  Art, Macau Culture Centre,  Avenue Xian Xing Hai, 5 patacas (free on Sundays). Inquiries: www.artmuseum.gov.mo  Ends Nov 19

NATIONAL

BEIJING

Fifth International Frederic Chopin Competition for Young Pianists

Held every four years and for the first time in the mainland, 40 pianists from 14 countries compete. Today,  Beijing Music Hall, Liubukou 1 Beixinhua Jie,  Xuanwu. 50-900 yuan. Inquiries: (86 10) 6417 7845 or www.piao.com.cn

Kangta & Vanness Scandal

in Beijing

Korean singer Kangta and Taiwanese musician Vanness (Wu Jianhao, member of F4) perform hits in English, Putonghua and Korean from their album, Scandal. Fri-Sat, 7.30pm, Great Hall of the People, west side of Tiananmen Square, 180-1,880 yuan.  Inquiries: (86 10) 6417 7845 or www.piao.com.cn

Shanghai

Shanghai Golden Grand Prix

International outdoor athletics competition with some of the world's top athletes. Sat, 7.15pm, Shanghai Stadium, 168-1,588 yuan. Inquiries: (86 21) 6374 4968 or www.piao.com.cn

Spirit of the Dance

Inspired by Irish phenomenon Riverdance, David King  creates a performance from  Ireland of uptempo, heart-pounding Irish dance mixed with flamenco rhythms and salsa. Sept 30-Oct 1, 7.30pm, Majestic Theatre, No66 Jiangning Rd, 180-880 yuan. Inquiries: (86 21) 6374 4968 or www.piao.com.cn

TAIPEI

Flamenco-Carmen & Bolero

Ten years after the death of choreographer and flamenco dancer Rafael Aguilar, his dance troupe, The Ballet Teatro Espanol de Rafael Aguilar,  performs Carmen and Bolero. Today,  7.30pm, (Sat-Sept 17 also at 2.30pm), Taipei International Convention Centre,  1 Xinyi Rd, Sec 5, NT$600-NT$3,600. Inquiries: (886 2) 2341 9898 or www.ticket.com.tw

Turandot

Sofia National Opera from Bulgaria perform Puccini's opera about  a prince who has to answer  three riddles to marry a princess,  or risks death. Wed-Sept 24, 7.30pm, Sat-Sept 24, 2.30pm,  National Dr. Sun-Yat-sen  Memorial Hall, No 505, Ren-ai Rd,  Sec4, NT$1,200-NT$4,800, Inquiries: (88 62) 2341 9898 or www.ticket.com.tw

River Journey

Inspired by encounters with beggars, blind musicians and monks along the River Ganges,  U-Theatre music director,  Chih-Chun Huang, presents  middle-Asian dance with eastern and western instruments. Thu-Sat, 7.45pm, Sept 24, 2.45pm, National Theatre l, 21-1, Zhongshan South Rd, NT$400-2,500, Inquiries:  (88 62) 3393 9888 or www.artsticket.com.tw

Give it Up! Kafka

Based on Kafka's bizarre and humorous short stories, the Jawbone Puppet Theatre from the US and The Party Theatre Group  of Taiwan perform a play that combines traditional European puppetry and innovative  styles with black humour.  Fri-Sept 24, 2.30pm and 7.30pm, Guling St, Avant-garde Theatre,  No 2, Lane 5, Guling St, NT$350, Inquiries: (886 2) 2391 9393 or www.artsticket.com.tw

REGIONAL

BANGKOK

Good Looking DJ

Japanese drum and bass hero DJ Makoto launches his new record, Believe in My Soul. Support from  DJ Deeizm. Sat, 8pm, Club Astra, Royal City Avenue Block C, Rama 9 Rd, 500 baht (includes one beer). Inquiries: (689) 497 8422 or www.club-astra.com

Elvis Lives!

An edited collection of live  vocals from Elvis' finest concert performances that exist on  film and video have been separated from the music and crowd  noise, and are accompanied  by a 16-piece orchestra and  musicians who accompanied  the King in his heyday. Oct 21,  8pm, Impact Arena, Muangthong  Thani, Chaengwattana  Road, 500-3,600 baht.  Inquiries: (662) 262 3456 or www.thaiticketmaster.com

Toy Soldiers

Artist Porntaweesak Rimsakul pokes fun at all things military with a mixed media installation incorporating military uniforms, hardware and army toys. Thu-Sun, 11am-7pm, 100 Tonson Gallery,  100 Soi Tonson, Ploenchit Rd,  free. Inquiries: (662) 684 1527 or www.100tonsongallery.com  Ends Oct 29

SingaporeDiaspora

The new panoramic docu-performance by director Ong Keng Sen, which explores the theme of migration, assimilation and triumph of the human spirit. Wed-Thu, 7:30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall, free (registration required). Inquiries: www.theatreworks.org.sg or (65) 6737 7213

World Press Photo Exhibition

The result of the largest annual press photography contest in the world. 10am-9pm, National Library Promenade, free. Inquiries (65) 6465 7592. Ends Sept 29

Dali in Singapore

Sculptures and paintings by surrealist master Salvador Dali, collected from museums in France and from Opera Gallery's own collection of modern masters, including five monumental sculptures on Orchard Road and Boat Quay. Daily, 11am-8pm, Opera Gallery, Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Rd, free. Inquiries: (65) 6735 2618. Ends Oct 14

Hidden Faces: The Art

of Japanese Masks

This exhibition traces the  history, significance and use of masks in Japan, from prehistoric burials to ritual use in Buddhist  ceremonies. Mon, 1pm-7pm,  Tue-Sun, 9am-7pm, Asian Civilisations Museum, S$5. Inquiries: (65) 6332 7798.  Ends Nov 5

Tokyo

Primal Scream

On their Riot City Blue Tour, the alternative rock band from Glasgow perform. Wed-Fri, 7pm, Zepp Tokyo, Odaiba, 6,500 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 3444 6751

Cloud Gate Dance

Theatre of Taiwan

Features Cursive: A Trilogy by founder and artistic director  Lin Hwai-min. Thu-Fri, 7pm (programme A); Sept 24, 1pm and 5pm (programme B). Shinjuku Bunka Centre, 3,000-16,000 yen. Inquiries: (81 3) 3580 0031

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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