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SCMP Reporter

Exhibitions

LAST CALL

Body Gesture: Part Two

Artist Ho Siu-kee explores the body and its gestures through sculpture. Today, 10am-8pm, Pao Gallery, 4-5/F HK Arts Centre, 2Harbour Rd, Wan Chai. Inquiries: www.hkac.org.hk. Ends today

Weng Fen and Yang Yong

Chinese contemporary artists Weng Fen and Yang Yong's  photographs of women in the city and country. Today-Sat, 10.30am-7pm, Art Statements, G/F 5 Mee Lun St, Central. Inquiries: 2122 9657. Ends Sat

New Works by Wei Ligang

The former fellowship grantee 2005 from the Asian Cultural Council transforms calligraphy into contemporary ink paintings, blending Japanese modern calligraphy and western abstract expressionism. Today-Sat, 10am-6pm, Alisan Fine Arts,  315 Prince's Bldg, 10 Chater Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2526 7091.  Ends Sat

An Amazing Journey

Works by Vietnamese  artists, including Bui Xuan Phai, Le Pho, Do Quang Em and Tran Luu Hau, who illustrate  their country's transition in the past 50 years. Today-Sat, 9.30am-6.30pm, Sun, 10.30am- 6pm, ArchAngel Art, 58 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2851 6882. Ends Sun

To the Edge

Fred Croft exhibits ceramics with surface marks, torn edges and stamps, and layered prints of organic objects. Tue-Sun, 11am-8pm, 5 o.p.t Gallery, 5Prince's Terrace, Mid-Levels. Inquiries: 2536 9818. Ends Sun

Fragrance - Winter

Kim Peacock's (aka Tsang Kirn-wa) line drawings, inspired by the image of Shangui (a goddess living in the mountains). Tue-Thu, 3pm-midnight, Fri-Sun, 2.30pm-1am, Second Floor Gallery Cafe, 2/F, 228 Sai Yeung Choi Street,  Mong Kok. Inquiries: 2393 7611.  Ends Jan 1

Christmas Stockings Exhibition

The Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation presents eight  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

Fragments - A Visual Reflection

Xue Song's paintings of calligraphy and famous personalities. Mon-Sat, 10am-7pm, Sun, noon- 6.30pm, Galerie du Monde, 328 Pacific Place, 88 Queensway. Inquiries: 2525 0529. Ends Jan 3

Herbarium Amoris

Photo exhibition by Swedish photographer Edvard Koinberg in memory of botanist Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778), Sweden's most famous scientist who classified flora and fauna. Daily, 9am-5pm, HK Park Conservatory, 19 Cotton Tree Drive, Central. Inquiries:  2521 1212. Ends Jan 4

EDITOR'S PICK

Dusseldorf School of Photography; Contemporary Western Masters

Highlighting works by Bernd and Hilla Becher,  Andreas Gursky, Thomas Ruff and Candida Hofer. Plus modern and post-war masters such as Andy Warhol, Tom Wesselmann, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Damien Hirst and Fernando Botero. Mon-Fri, 10am-6.30pm, Sat, 10am-6pm, Hanart TZ Gallery, 202 Henley Bldg, 5Queen's Rd Central. Inquiries: 2526 9019. Ends Jan 5

Scholar's Vision

Commemorating his 90th birthday, Jao Tsung-i of the Jao Tsung-i Petite Ecole displays landscape ink paintings of north-west China and calligraphy. Daily, 9.30pm-6pm, Sun, 1.30pm- 5.30pm, University of Hong Kong, 94 Bonham Rd, Pok Fu Lam. Inquiries: 2241 5512. Ends Jan 7

The Best of Galerie La Vong

Selection of Chinese and Vietnamese paintings, including Do Quang Em's realistic portrayals of people and objects; Nguyen Tu Nghiem's works of Vietnam's traditional past and Tran Luu Hau's bold abstracts. Mon-Sat 10.30am-6.30pm, Galerie La Vong, 13/F One Lan Kwai Fong, Central. Inquiries: 2869 6863. Ends Jan 20

EDITOR'S PICK

Beyond Beijing

Egg-shell installations, steel-plate sculptures and paintings by 16 contemporary artists, including Chen Wenbo, He Jie, Hua Qing, Weng Peijun and Wang Dongsheng. Tue-Sun and public holidays, 10am-7pm, Osage - Kwun Tong, 5/F Kian Dai Industrial Bldg, 73-75 Hung To Rd, Kwun Tong. Inquiries: 2793 4817. Ends Jan 26

Piracy and the World of Zhang Baozai

The museum's first anniversary exhibition shows the pirates of yesteryear such as the pirate-king Zhang Baozai to the brutal pirates of today. Tue-Sun and public holidays, 10am-6pm. Hong Kong Maritime Museum, G/F Murray House, Stanley Plaza, Stanley, HK$10, HK$20. Inquiries:  2813 2322. Ends Mar 31

EDITOR'S PICK

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, closed Thu, 7Castle Rd, Central, HK$5, HK$10. Inquiries: 2367 6373

Performing Arts

EDITOR'S PICK

Magic Beyond Belief by The Spencers

Known as the modern day Houdinis, Kevin and Cindy Spencer from the US combine theatrical elements with illusions, audience interaction, music and magic.  Today,  8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$90-HK$160 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323

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. Today-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

Broadway Christmas

Australian operatic troupe DX Event Theatre stages scenes from well known and top-rated musicals such as Chicago, Cats and Phantom of the Opera as well as seasonal selections. In English. Today-tomorrow, 1.30pm and 6.30pm, Cityplaza, 2/F Atrium, Taikoo Shing Rd, Taikoo Shing, free. Inquiries: 2568 8665

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 as props. Tomorrow, 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

The Pirate and The Princess

Cheeky Monkey Theatre Company presents a children's show about a ninth-century princess who runs away from the palace to become a pirate. Sat, noon and 3pm, Grappa's Cellar, B/F Jardine House, 1 Connaught Rd, Central, HK$160 (advance), HK$180 (door). Inquiries: 2521 2322

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. With 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

Les Miserables

Chung Ying Theatre Company performs the musical version of Victor Hugo's story of poverty and frustration. In Cantonese. 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 go to www.chungying.com

Hong Kong Youth NeoWinds Orchestra New Year's Eve Concert

Danilo Delfin conducts the Hong Kong Youth NeoWinds Orchestra with the Ying Wa College and Primary School Choirs in a programme of songs including The Seventh Night of July and A Christmas Carol Fantasy. Sun, 3pm, Jockey Club Auditorium, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, HK$100 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2731 4193

EDITOR'S PICK

Jose Carreras

The tenor from Barcelona sings famous arias and songs with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by David Gimenez. Jan 3-4, 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, Concert Hall, Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$280-HK$1,800 Urbtix. Inquiries:  2721 2030 or go to www.hkpo.com

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 and Kung Chu Bids Farewell to His Favourite Concubine. Starring Mei Baojiu,

Ye Shaolan and Li Hongtu. In Putonghua with English surtitles. 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 traditional 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 Violinist 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) perform 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

EDITOR'S PICK

Tango!

Guest conductor German Augusto Guiterrez leads the City Chamber Orchestra, bandoneon player Daniel Binelli and pianist Polly Ferman in works by the late Astor Piazzolla, including Tangazo, Milonga del Angel and Adios Nonino. Jan 13, 8pm, Sha Tin Town Hall, 1 Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin, HK$80-HK$180 Urbtix.  Inquiries: 2268 7321

Pan Asia Symphony Orchestra

Pianist Peter Frankl joins the Pan Asia Symphony Orchestra and conductor Yip Wai-hong in a programme of Mendelssohn's Midsummer Night's Dream and Beethoven's Piano Concerto No 4 inG. Jan 14, 8pm, HK City Hall, Concert Hall, Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$100-HK$200  Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

Piano Recital by Yin Chengzong

The pianist, who has performed with the Vienna Philharmonic and Philadelphia orchestras, plays a series of Chinese folk songs and The Red Detachment of Women piano suite with vocalists Li Wenlin, Geng Qiaoyun and Yuan Huiqin. Jan 16, 8pm, Sha Tin Town Hall, Yuen Wo Rd, Sha Tin, HK$100-HK$220 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321

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

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

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. Today, 5pm-7.30pm, Coffee Book, G/F,  10 Park Rd, Mid-Levels, free. Inquiries: 2186 8449 (call  between 9am-noon) or esuhk@netvigator.com

HK International Cat Show

Cats from Hong Kong, Malaysia, Australia and the US compete in different categories: the show also features booths selling cat food, gifts and accessories, presented by The Hong Kong Cat Fanciers' Club. 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

New Year's Eve Countdown Carnival

The  Jockey Club co-hosts an Equestrian Fun Park with  dressage demonstrations, a talk by Nelson Yip (who will participate in the 2008 Paralympic Games), photos with Shetland ponies and Olympic mascots. Sat and Jan 1, 1pm-5pm; Sun, 1pm-midnight, Sha Tin Park, free. Inquiries: 2591 1340

41st HK Brands and Products Expo

Hong Kong's largest outdoor exhibition 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

Urbtix: 2734 9009

Urbtix/CityLine credit- card booking: 2111 5999

Fringe: 2521 7251

CityLine: 2317 6666

HK Ticketing: 3128 8288

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