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Jade Lee-Duffy

Exhibitions

EDITOR'S PICK

Immagini dalla Toscana

Massimo Cruciani, known as the Craftsman of Colour, reinterprets medieval architecture with misty-toned colours in glass art paintings. Tomorrow, noon-8pm, Economist Gallery, Fringe Club, Lower Albert Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2505 1011.  Ends tomorrow

An Amazing Journey

Works by Vietnam's 20th century and modern artists including Bui Xuan Phai, Le Pho, Do Quang Em and Tran Luu Hau who illustrate Vietnam's transition in the past 50 years. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm, Sun, 10.30am-6pm, Arch Angel Art, 58 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2851 6882. Ends Sun

Christmas Stockings Exhibition

The Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation presents eight giant two-metre high stocking sculptures and 400 relief Christmas stockings by secondary and primary students. Daily, 11am-11pm, 4/F, Grand Atrium and B2/F, Langham Place,  8Argyle Street, Mong Kok. Inquiries: 2148 2160. Ends Jan 2

A Passage to Jao Tsung-i Fusion of Art and Scholarship

Scholarly works, paintings, calligraphy, poetry, manuscripts and letters by the 90-year-old artist and sinologist. Daily, 9am-8pm, Hong Kong Central Library, Causeway Road, Causeway Bay. Inquiries:

3150 1234. Ends Jan 4

Venice Biennale International Architecture Exhibition

Eight Hong Kong works return from the Venice Biennale, including a video installation, walk-through tunnel, documentaries and reconstruction of common objects. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, (closed Thu), Sun and public holidays, 10am-7pm, HK Heritage Discovery Centre, Kowloon Park, Haiphong Road, TST. Inquiries: 2208 4400 or 2006@videotage.org.hk  Ends Feb 21

EDITOR'S PICK

Robot Dream Exhibition

Showcasing dozens of realistic-looking and technologically advanced robots from Japan. Daily, 10am-9pm, Skydome Atrium, L1 Discovery Park, Shopping Centre, Tsuen Wan. Inquiries: 2750 0031. Ends Feb 25

At the East-West Crossroads: The Art of Wucius Wong

One of Hong Kong's most famous artists shows a retrospective of abstract Chinese landscape paintings dating back to the 1950s. Sun-Fri, 10am-6pm, Sat, 10am- 8pm, closed Thu. Museum of Art, Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$5, HK$10. Inquiries: 2721 0116. Ends Mar 4

Dr Sun Yat-Sen and Modern China

The inaugural permanent exhibition of the newly opened Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum (known as Kom Tong Hall) that shows the transformation of an aspiring medical student into the revolutionary leader. Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm, Sun and public holidays, 10am-7pm, Christmas Eve and Chinese New Year's Eve, 10am-5pm, closed Thu and first two days of Chinese New Year, 7Castle Rd, Central, HK$5, HK$10. Inquiries: 2367 6373

Performing Arts

Paula Tsui

Concert by the veteran Canto-pop singer. Today, 8.15pm, HK Coliseum, 9 Cheong Wan Rd, Hung Hom, HK$100-HK$400 Cityline. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Coco's Lunch

Performance of Christmas songs by award-winning Australian a cappella group of five female singers. Today, 2.15pm, 3pm, 4pm. Oval Atrium, Level 1, IFC Mall, 8 Finance St, Central, free.  Inquiries: 2295 3308

Broadway Christmas

The Australian operatic troupe, DX Event Theatre stages scenes from shows such as Chicago, Cats and Phantom of the Opera as well as seasonal selections. In English. Today, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm; tomorrow-Fri, 1.30pm and 6.30pm, CityPlaza, 2/F Atrium,  18 Taikoo Shing Rd, Taikoo Shing, free. Inquiries: 2568 8665.  Ends Fri

Les Miserables

Chung Ying Theatre Company performs the musical version of Victor Hugo's story of poverty and frustration. In Cantonese. Todayand Sat-Sun,  2.30pm and 7.30pm; Jan 1, 2.30pm. HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$120-HK$200 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2521 6628 or www.chungying.com

EDITOR'S PICK

Magic Beyond Belief by The Spencers

Known as the modern day Houdinis, Kevin and Cindy Spencer  combine theatrical elements with illusions, audience interaction, music and magic.  Today, Tai Po Civic Centre, 12 On Pong Rd, Tai Po. Tomorrow, Sha Tin Town Hall, Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin. Thu, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central. Shows at 8pm. HK$90-HK$160 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

Pong Nan - Unplugged Night

The singer/songwriter, whose third album The Sounds of Tide is an electronica-inspired album, gives a solo performance on the piano, accompanied by guitarist Anthony Lee. Tomorrow, 8pm, Fringe Club, Fringe Gallery, Lower Albert Rd, Central, HK$150, includes one drink. Inquiries: www.pongnan.com

Piano Recital by Aristo Sham and Wong Wai-yin

Piano duet by the winner and second runner-up in this year's Ettlingen International Piano Competition for Young Pianists (under 15 years category). Tomorrow, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$100-HK$200 Urbtix.  Inquiries: 2268 7321

Oliver!

The Hong Kong Chorus Society presents the original Broadway musical, adapted from the Dickens novel and based on Lionel Bart's score. In English with Chinese surtitles. Thu-Sun, 7.30pm (Sat-Sun also at 2.30pm), Kwai Tsing Theatre, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, HK$180-HK$340 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2411 6203

EDITOR'S PICK

Tweaksters

The duo of Regan Patno and Julia Snyder from the US dance and jump around the stage in an array of skilful feats of strength and balance, using flower pots, ropes and pipes. Fri, Tuen Mun Town Hall, 72 Tai Ho Rd, Tsuen Wan. Sat, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, 5/F, Sheung Wan Municipal Services Bldg, 345 Queen's Rd, Central. Sun, Sha Tin Town Hall, 1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin. Shows at 8pm. HK$80-HK$140 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

2007 New Year's Gala

The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra waltz into the New Year with traditional Viennese music such as waltzes and polkas by the Strauss family and others. Featuring guest conductor Johannes Fritzsch and soprano Rachelle Durkin. Sat-Sun, 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$100-HK$400 Urbtix. Inquiries:  2721 2030

Nokia New Year's Eve

A global party in five cities with the Asian line-up including Atomic Kitten, DJ Jamaster, Eason Chan, The Grasshoppers, Hacken Lee, Joey Yung, Josie Ho, Jun Kung, Paul Wong, Soler and Twins. Sun, 8.30pm, Ocean Terminal, Car Park, Harbour City, Canton Rd, TST, two free tickets with purchase  of a Nokia phone (model N7362885300) at authorised sellers. Inquiries: 2136 6338

Mei Lanfang Company of the Peking Opera Troupe of Beijing

Named after Peking opera maestro Mei Lanfang, the company tackles classics such as The Drunken Royal Concubine.  Starring Mei Baojiu, Ye Shaolan and Li Hongtu. In Putonghua with English subtitles. Jan 5-7, 7.30pm, (Jan 7 also at 2.30pm), Kwai Tsing Theatre, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, HK$100-HK$300 Urbtix.  Inquiries: 2268 7323

Charming Tunes in Chiuchow Music

The Chiuchow Music Ensemble of the Guangdong Chiuchow Opera Theatre presents folk music and favourite arias. Jan 6, 8pm, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, 5/F, Sheung Wan Municipal Services Bldg, 345 Queen's Rd, Central, HK$130 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

Piano and Violin Recital by Warren Lee and Zhu Bei

Hong Kong pianist Warren Lee and violinist Zhu Bei (the third associate concertmaster of the Hong Kong Philharmonic) tackle Brahms' Complete Sonatas for Piano and Violin. Jan 10,  8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central,  HK$90-HK$130 Urbtix.  Inquiries: 2268 7323

City Festival

The Hong Kong Fringe Club's annual festival showcases 76 productions by local and international artists including cinematographer/director Chris Doyle, singer/actor Rain Pryor from New York, impressionist and singer Peter Straker, and jazz singer Elaine Liu. Jan 11-27, various venues and times, free-HK$250 HK Ticketing and Urbtix. Inquiries: www.hkfringeclub.com

Proof

Greenray Theatre from Taiwan performs David Auburn's Tony and Pulitzer prize-winning drama about a woman who tries to prove new breakthrough mathematical theories are her own, and not those of her late genius father. In Putonghua with English and Chinese subtitles. Jan 12-14, 7.45pm, HK Culture Centre,  Studio Theatre, Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$140-HK$200 Urbtix.  Inquiries: 2268 7323

Extra-curricular

EDITOR'S PICK

Hong Kong World Carnival

The carnival comes to town with 30 rides and a host of games for families and thrill seekers. Daily, 11am-5pm, 6pm-11pm, Tamar Site, Admiralty, HK$110-HK$225 adults, HK$75-HK$150 children (ticket booth opens 9.30am-10pm). Inquiries: 2545 8093 or www.hkworldcarnival.com  Ends Mar 25

EDITOR'S PICK

Fourth Hong Kong Food Festival

Hundreds of booths selling local and overseas food products. Today, noon-7pm, HK Convention Centre and Exhibition Centre, Hall 2, Expo Drive, Wan Chai, HK$10. Inquiries: 2591 9823

4th Hong Kong Mega Showcase

More than 500 booths, selling cosmetics, hi-tech products, toys and health foods, some at factory prices. Today, noon-7pm, HK Convention Centre and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, HK$10. Inquiries: 2591 9823

Christmas and New Year Workshops

Kids' Gallery offers workshops on painting, tree making, hand-puppet making, writing, phonics and board games. Various start dates and times,  28 Cumberland Rd, Kowloon Tong and 21/F Coda Plaza, 51 Garden Rd, Central, HK$290-HK$790. Inquiries: 2501 4842 or www.kidsgallery.com

41st HK Brands and Products Expo

Hong Kong's largest outdoor expo featuring famous brands and products, plus a Miss Exhibition Pageant, booth-design contest, children's drawing competition and giveaways. Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm, Sun, 11am-1am, Victoria Park, Causeway Bay, HK$10. Inquiries: 3421 2012 or www.hkbpe.com.hk. Ends Jan 1

Say Your Piece!

The English-Speaking Union presents a talk on Christmas readings by Verner Bickley. Participants are welcome to bring their favourite Christmas poems, songs and carols. Thu, 5pm-7.30pm, Coffee Book, G/F,  10 Park Rd, Mid-Levels, free. Inquiries: 2186 8449 (call  between 9am-noon) or esuhk@netvigator.com

Hong Kong International Cat Show

Cats from around Hong Kong and overseas presented by the The Hong Kong Cat Fanciers' Club,  a non-profit organisation. Sat, noon-8pm, Hall 28, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, HK$25 adults, HK$15 children. Inquiries: hkcfc.com@gmail.com

Film

Palace Stories: Celebrating the Grandeur and Wit in the Qing Dynasty Films of Li Hang-hsiang

A retrospective of the filmmaker who died 10 years ago. Including the following film. Various times, HK Film Archive, 50 Lei King Rd, Sai Wan Ho, HK$30 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2739 2139. Ends today

EDITOR'S PICK

It's a Gift

In Norman McLeod's 1934 comedy, WC Fields plays a grocer who buys a bad investment.  In English. Sat, 7.30pm, Agnesb Cinema, HK Arts Centre, 2Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, HK$50 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2734 9009

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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