https://www.scmp.com/rss/16186/feed Barry writes and compiles the exhibitions, performing arts, around town and film listings for the SCMP. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com As this year’s Le French May festival winds down, cellist Jean-Guihen Queyras is set to play in two world-class shows this week. The Canadian-born French musician first puts his technical brilliance on display as he tackles works by three contemporary composers in Ivan Fedele, György Kurtág and Jonathan Harvey, along with three unaccompanied cello suites by Johann Sebastian Bach. “Bach’s suites are genius works,” says Queyras, “a unique mix of inventiveness, joyful melodies and... https://www.scmp.com/culture/music/article/2097264/french-cellist-queyras-offering-hongkongers-concert-treats-and-free?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/music/article/2097264/french-cellist-queyras-offering-hongkongers-concert-treats-and-free?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 07 Jun 2017 05:14:27 +0000 The Hong Kong government is pulling out all the stops for the 20th anniversary of the city’s handover celebrations. But there’s no denying it’s going to cost a fortune. About HK$640 million will be forked out for the event, that’s roughly nine times the amount spent on the 10th anniversary. The money will be pumped into organising, hosting and policing the festivities. As a result, the government has put together an extensive lineup of events that are worth checking out. Hong Kong handover... https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/2095323/12-best-hong-kong-handover-anniversary-events-ballet?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/2095323/12-best-hong-kong-handover-anniversary-events-ballet?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 May 2017 04:45:15 +0000 Premiere Performances of Hong Kong will stage two East-meets-West fusion concerts on May 28 to celebrate this year’s Tuen Ng Festival. The Beat of the Dragon Boat is part of the promoter’s ongoing effort to stimulate young Hongkongers’ interest not only in music but Chinese traditions. The family concert programme featuring live chamber music and storytelling involves a sextet of local musicians playing Eastern and Western instruments: Born Lau (viola), Masami Nagai (double bass), Juliana Beckel... https://www.scmp.com/culture/music/article/2095813/east-west-fusion-concert-explains-dragon-boat-festivals-origin-hong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/music/article/2095813/east-west-fusion-concert-explains-dragon-boat-festivals-origin-hong?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 May 2017 06:33:27 +0000 There are loads of arts and entertainment events coming up in Hong Kong and Macau in the next few months. We’ve picked out five we think you won’t want to miss. Tickets are on sale already – be sure to get yours before it’s too late. Dragonland Music Festival Dance, pop and Canto-pop will unite music lovers for this three-day outdoor music festival. The opening day sees Leon Lai Ming take the stage for his Leon’s Penguins in Live 2017 concert, while day two, the dance portion of the festival,... https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/2065975/five-unmissable-events-hong-kong-and-macau-spring?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/2065975/five-unmissable-events-hong-kong-and-macau-spring?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Jan 2017 02:31:35 +0000 Clockenflap It’s still months away but tickets are already out for the annual music and arts festival, the biggest of its kind in the city. A shift in venue has been announced, with the Central Harbourfront the new site for the three-day festivities. The first wave of acts confirmed include headliners Sigur Ros and indie rockers Foals, along with Taiwanese singer-songwriter Cheer Chen and experimental duo Crystal Castles. November 25-27, Central Harbourfront Event Space, Central, HK$850-HK$1,800... https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1953793/book-now-clockenflap-air-supply-and-wicked?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1953793/book-now-clockenflap-air-supply-and-wicked?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 May 2016 21:45:45 +0000 Blue Man Group It’s been a quarter century since they performed their first gig in New York, but the Blue Man Group show no signs of slowing down. Along with ongoing shows throughout the United States, the bald, greasepaint-covered humanoids have embarked on their first world tour. While incorporating the best of gag comedy, miming and drumming with improvised instruments, the genre-bending spectacle promises a theatrical experience like no other. August 11-12, August 16-19, August 23-26, 8pm;... https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1947129/tickets-out-now-blue-man-group-ibiza-edm-crew-jeeves-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1947129/tickets-out-now-blue-man-group-ibiza-edm-crew-jeeves-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 May 2016 21:46:03 +0000 Carlos Acosta – A Classical Farewell Carlos Acosta is one of the biggest names in the ballet world and his Hong Kong fans will be able to catch him in action one last time this summer. The star bids adieu to an illustrious career, and the dance world he has done so much to illuminate, on his farewell tour. Acosta, a stalwart of Britain’s Royal Ballet who has also danced for English National Ballet and the American Ballet Theatre, will be joined by dancers from his native Cuba in performing... https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1943605/tickets-out-now-ballets-carlos-acosta-hong-kong-comic-jan?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1943605/tickets-out-now-ballets-carlos-acosta-hong-kong-comic-jan?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 May 2016 21:45:50 +0000 Gabriel Iglesias – #Fluffy Breaks Even With sold-out shows across the United States and ever increasing appearances on film and television, it’s only a matter of time before the one known as Fluffy becomes the most popular Iglesias in show biz. Well, maybe in the United States, anyway. Catch the comic genius and vocal chameleon as he brings the laughs to Hong Kong for one night only this summer. June 8, 8pm, AsiaWorld-Expo, Lantau, HK$688-HK$888 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2922 8288 Tegan and... https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1941357/book-now-comic-iglesias-drum-festival-and-canadian-twins?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1941357/book-now-comic-iglesias-drum-festival-and-canadian-twins?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 May 2016 21:45:35 +0000 Miloš – Bach to Beatles Superstar classical guitarist Miloš Karadaglić returns to Hong Kong for an eclectic concert playing everything (as the title suggests) from Bach to the Beatles to music by Antônio Carlos Jobim and Luigi Boccherini. October 24, 8pm, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$180-HK$880 goo.gl/k3bqln Inquiries: 9545 6851 Lowell Lo To say he’s prolific is an understatement. As a songwriter, he’s written tracks for the likes of George Lam, Jacky Cheung and many... https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1939050/book-now-guitar-superstar-milos-singer-lowell-lo-acrobats?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1939050/book-now-guitar-superstar-milos-singer-lowell-lo-acrobats?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 27 Apr 2016 21:45:30 +0000 Shrek the Musical It’s always welcome news when anything from the Shrek franchise appears on the radar. Shrek the Musical, a hit on Broadway and in London’s West End, makes its way to Asia for the first time this summer. Featuring favourite characters from the award-winning animation series. In English with Chinese surtitles. July 22-Aug 7. Tuesday-Thursday, 8pm; Saturday, 2pm, 8pm; Sunday, 1pm, 6pm, The Venetian Macao, Macau, HK$180-HK$780 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: +853 2882 8818 A-Trak At 15... https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1937347/make-date-macau-shrek-musical-and-dj-trak-pat-metheny?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/culture/arts-entertainment/article/1937347/make-date-macau-shrek-musical-and-dj-trak-pat-metheny?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 Apr 2016 21:46:37 +0000 Chinese Opera Festival 2016 The annual festival is back with a selection of operas for enthusiasts and newbies alike. This year’s programme features a number of operas devoted to the mythical Sun Wukong (aka the Monkey King), in celebration of the Chinese zodiac year. Organisers have also invited distinguished performers to stage works to commemorate Ming dynasty playwright Tang Xianzu on this the 400th year of his death. June 14-August 14. Various venues and ticketing prices, available at... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1935864/book-now-shaolin-fez-unplugged-chinese-opera-festival?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1935864/book-now-shaolin-fez-unplugged-chinese-opera-festival?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Apr 2016 04:15:38 +0000 Joyce Jonathan Maybe it’s the soft French Gs (pronounced “zh”) that punctuate both her first and last names. Or maybe it’s her ability to sing in Mandarin – she’s released several bilingual versions of her songs. Either way, there’s no denying the French singer-songwriter has an undeniable je ne sais quoi about her. Listen as this rising star turns French ballads into folksy acoustic goodness. WATCH Jonathan sing Je ne sais pas in French ... ... and in Mandarin June 7, 8pm, The Vine Centre,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1934057/tickets-out-hong-kong-boxer-rex-tsos-fight-charlie?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1934057/tickets-out-hong-kong-boxer-rex-tsos-fight-charlie?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 06 Apr 2016 21:45:00 +0000 Lil Jon Even though he didn’t coin the term “crunk”, Southern hip hop artist Lil Jon epitomises the “crazy drunk”. Listen to the man behind the thick dreadlocks and signature diamond-encrusted goblet dish out his very own brand of crunk on stage. WATCH Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz’ Get Low May 13, 9pm, Pacha, Studio City, Macau, HK$350 Ticketflap. Inquiries: +853 8865 6699 Ani Choying Drolma Drolma is a Nepali Buddhist nun who is heavily involved in humanitarian as well as advocacy efforts... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1931767/book-now-amase-live-crunk-king-lil-jon-and-singing-nun?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1931767/book-now-amase-live-crunk-king-lil-jon-and-singing-nun?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 Mar 2016 21:45:43 +0000 Olivia Newton-John The days of Grease are long gone, but Newton-John’s timeless role as Sandy remains an icon of pop culture. Join the five-time Grammy winner, making her first appearance in Hong Kong in four years, as she performs her biggest hits for one night only. WATCH Olivia Newton-John perform Summer Nights May 12, 8pm, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai, HK$488-HK$1,288 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 5263 7707 Paul Oakenfold Oakenfold’s status as a world-class... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1929425/tickets-sale-olivia-newton-john-dj-paul-oakenfold-macau?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1929425/tickets-sale-olivia-newton-john-dj-paul-oakenfold-macau?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 23 Mar 2016 21:45:48 +0000 The Philadelphia Orchestra Along with Boston, Chicago, Cleveland and New York, the Philadelphia Orchestra is one of the “Big Five” orchestras of the US. The orchestra has made great strides in China and Asia in the last decade or so, due in part to a number of major tours in the region. For their upcoming Hong Kong performance, Yannick Nézet-Séguin will preside over the orchestra playing pieces by Brahms, Beethoven, Rimsky-Korsakov and Anton Bruckner. May 19-20, 8pm, Hong Kong Cultural Centre,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1925832/book-now-jason-derulo-philadelphia-orchestra-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1925832/book-now-jason-derulo-philadelphia-orchestra-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 16 Mar 2016 21:01:10 +0000 I, Carmen Renowned flamenco dancer and choreographer María Pagés sets out to reclaim the myth behind classical opera’s most provocative gypsy. Carmen, as it’s been told throughout the years, has been largely a male-dominated endeavour that Pagés, along with her dance company, are determined to retell from a female perspective. May 27-28, 8pm; May 29, 3pm, Sha Tin Town Hall, 1 Yuen Wo Road, Sha Tin, HK$180-HK$450 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323 A Renaissance Easter Journey Tallis Vocalis, Hong... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1922700/book-now-flamenco-carmen-renaissance-easter-and-canto?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1922700/book-now-flamenco-carmen-renaissance-easter-and-canto?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Mar 2016 21:45:50 +0000 The Illusionists Watch as seven illusionists share the stage showcasing their collection of tricks, illusions and escapes, including levitation, mind-reading and the water torture chamber escape, which was popularised by the one and only Houdini. This is basically the real life Now You See Me brought to the big stage, minus the bank heist, of course. April 14-23, 7.45pm-9.45pm; April 16-24, 2pm-4pm; April 17-24, 7pm-9pm, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, HK$395-HK$995... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1916169/book-now-illusionists-swan-lake-ice-and-k-pop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1916169/book-now-illusionists-swan-lake-ice-and-k-pop?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:23 +0000 Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike The Tomorrowland EDM festival in Belgium is still a go, but you don’t have to wait to see the duo perform. Catch the EDM heavyweights this May for one night only. May 20, 8pm, AsiaWorld-Arena, Lantau, HK$900, HK$2,000 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2829 7322 Arirang of Mount Paektu Yanbian, China, is an autonomous region home to a large Korean population. In celebration of its 60th anniversary, the region’s Song and Dance Troupe will restage the traditional folk dance... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1913860/book-now-edm-djs-korean-folk-dance-and-capella-stars?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1913860/book-now-edm-djs-korean-folk-dance-and-capella-stars?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 18 Feb 2016 04:00:43 +0000 Khatia Buniatishvili in Recital The Georgian classical piano virtuoso teams up with the University of Hong Kong for her inaugural performance in the city. The 28-year-old will play a programme featuring music by Mussorgsky, Liszt, Horowitz and Stravinsky. Buniatishvili will also hold an open discussion on March 19, 6pm-7pm at Rehearsal Room, 1/F Run Run Shaw Tower, The University of Hong Kong. Registration required, at goo.gl/Qgk2DM. March 20, 3pm, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, Centennial Campus,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1911474/book-now-georgian-piano-virtuoso-tame-impala-and-mister?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1911474/book-now-georgian-piano-virtuoso-tame-impala-and-mister?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 10 Feb 2016 21:45:30 +0000 Branford Marsalis The three-time Grammy Award-winning saxophonist joins the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong under the baton of Alexandre Myrat in a performance of classical works by Darius Milhaud and Alexander Glazunov. April 27, 8pm, Hong Kong City Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$200-HK$480 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2864 2156 WATCH Marsalis perform Consider Me Gone with Sting Peppa Pig Live! Treasure Hunt Everyone’s favourite talking pig family and their cast of animal friends take their... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/arts-entertainment/article/1909189/tickets-out-now-peppa-pig-branford?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/arts-entertainment/article/1909189/tickets-out-now-peppa-pig-branford?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Feb 2016 21:45:27 +0000 Margaret Cho - Psycho It’s hard to imagine the entire continent of Asia has never hosted a Margaret Cho live show. That will change when the Korean-American takes the stage in Singapore and Hong Kong this March. Over the years, the unapologetically outspoken comic has amassed a large following, most notably with the disenfranchised folks for her willingness to speak on sensitive and taboo subjects from racism to police brutality to violence against women to the Asian experience. Essentially with... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1905886/book-now-art-central-priscilla-chan-margaret-cho-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1905886/book-now-art-central-priscilla-chan-margaret-cho-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 27 Jan 2016 21:46:40 +0000 Russell Peters – Almost Famous By now you’re probably familiar with the Canadian funny man’s collection of infamous punchlines. Known for his insightful and astute observational comedy and spot-on impressions, the comedian will bring his live act to Macau for the first time. In English. February 26, 8.15pm, Studio City Event Centre, Studio City, Macau, HK$680-HK$1,580 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2629 6218 Caspian – Dust and Disquiet The American post-rock band play in the city for one night only... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/1900651/book-now-comic-russell-peters-caspian-chinese-drama-festival?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/1900651/book-now-comic-russell-peters-caspian-chinese-drama-festival?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Jan 2016 00:02:50 +0000 Yellow Face Poking fun at tense and racially charged situations is what Tony Award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang is good at doing. In Yellow Face, which debuted in Los Angeles in 2007 and is brought to the stage in Hong Kong by Pants Theatre Production, Hwang’s semi-autobiographical lead and playwright unknowingly casts a white actor to play an Asian, and spends the rest of the story trying to cover up and later atone for his errors. In Cantonese with Chinese and English surtitles.... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1898422/tickets-out-david-henry-hwangs-yellow-face-and-namie?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1898422/tickets-out-david-henry-hwangs-yellow-face-and-namie?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 06 Jan 2016 21:45:25 +0000 5 Seconds of Summer Summer will still be a few months away but that doesn’t mean the boys from Sydney won’t heat up the stage when they play their debut gig in the city in 2016. The punk pop four-piece, who rose to fame touring with One Direction, have been on a tear recently with the release of their latest record, Sounds Good Feels Good, which came on the heels of their first headlining tour playing to sold out crowds in Europe, the United States and Australia. March 10, 8pm, AsiaWorld-Expo,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1896588/tickets-out-now-5-seconds-summer-barneys-greatest-hits?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1896588/tickets-out-now-5-seconds-summer-barneys-greatest-hits?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 Dec 2015 21:47:13 +0000 James Galway The Irish flute legend makes his highly awaited return to our shores next year for an unforgettable evening of Baroque masterpieces. Otherwise known as “The Man With the Golden Flute”, Galway, along with his wife and fellow flautist Jeanne, violinist Amelia Chan, harpsichordist Shane Levesque and the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong tackle two of Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos (Nos 4 and 5) plus the composer’s Orchestral Suite No 2. WATCH James Galway play January 31, 8pm, Hong... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1894088/book-now-james-galway-musical-about-hong-kong-plague?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1894088/book-now-james-galway-musical-about-hong-kong-plague?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Dec 2015 00:01:20 +0000 An Evening with Tom Jones Even at 75, Tom Jones shows no signs of slowing. He’s booked stops in Australia and Singapore before arriving in the city in early April to play one show. Expect the Welsh crooner to toss in some recent tracks from his album Long Lost Suitcase, along with an eclectic blend of old, new and a little James Bond theme with She’s a Lady, It’s Not Unusual and Thunderball. WATCH Jones in his younger days April 7, 8pm, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1891846/tom-jones-ladybeard-teatro-regio-torino-tickets-sale?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1891846/tom-jones-ladybeard-teatro-regio-torino-tickets-sale?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 16 Dec 2015 21:46:17 +0000 Rain ‘The Squall’ If show names are anything to go by, the former king of K-pop’s upcoming tour stands to be a massive hit. As for originality and cleverness, it won’t be difficult to top The Best Show or even Rain’s Coming – he’s already done that with The Squall – but it will be difficult to outdo the raw theatrics of his previous concerts, which have commonly featured a shirtless and water-drenched Rain on all fours. January 30, 8pm, AsiaWorld-Expo, Lantau, HK$380-HK$1,680 HK Ticketing.... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1889022/book-now-k-pops-rain-contemporary-circus-show-bianco?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1889022/book-now-k-pops-rain-contemporary-circus-show-bianco?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Dec 2015 21:45:43 +0000 Lang Lang Having performed at the Beijing Olympics opening ceremonies, before world leaders such as US President Barack Obama and then-Chinese president Hu Jintao, Lang Lang is no stranger to the big stage. His willingness to experiment with the piano sound has made him what he is today, with collaborations with Metallica and Herbie Hancock. Catch one of the most recognisable faces in classical music doing his thing in January. January 22, 8.15pm, Hong Kong Coliseum, 9 Cheong Wan Road, Hung Hom,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1883893/book-now-circus-difference-lang-lang-and-twins?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1883893/book-now-circus-difference-lang-lang-and-twins?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Nov 2015 22:00:36 +0000 A jazz star, an indie rock trio and a celebration of Shanghai Opera are up for grabs this week. Best book early. Diana Krall Wallflower World Tour Five-time Grammy Award-winning jazz pianist and vocalist Diana Krall is coming to the city early next year for a concert to promote of her 12th studio album, Wallflower. Produced by fellow Canadian and Grammy winner David Foster, the cover album puts on full display her vocal range as she sings popular songs from the 1960s to the present. January 24,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1870791/book-now-diana-krall-death-cab-cutie-and-shanghai-opera?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1870791/book-now-diana-krall-death-cab-cutie-and-shanghai-opera?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:00:15 +0000 Clockenflap   It’s that time of year again when the Clockenflap buzz starts picking up. Part of that is because The Libertines are headlining, but also because tickets to the November shows are already on sale.  As usual there’s a smattering of moderately popular acts (Damien Rice, Blackalicious) thrown together with a bunch of guys you’ve never heard of (Songhoy Blues, OWK). But that doesn’t really matter, as most of us go to Clockenflap just because it’s one of the few legit festivals in the... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1856945/book-now-clockenflap-world-cultures-festival-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1856945/book-now-clockenflap-world-cultures-festival-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 12 Sep 2015 01:00:30 +0000 Kina Grannis  Three years have passed since the former Crash the Super Bowl winner landed on our shores. This time the Southern California-based singer-songwriter and guitarist returns with an updated repertoire including hits from her Elements  album. Fans can have their say on the setlist by voting for their faves at kinagrannis.typeform.com/to/fqLUp6. Sept 20, 8pm, Kitec, 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay, HK$380-780 Cityline. Inquiries: 2317.6666 29th Macao International Music Festival   This... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1854905/book-now-kina-grannis-29th-macao-international-music?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-entertainment/article/1854905/book-now-kina-grannis-29th-macao-international-music?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 03 Sep 2015 02:45:00 +0000 Amanda Marcheschi looks like a Rachel. Definitely Aniston-esque. She has dark, longish hair and a self-possession that cracks slightly when she speaks, revealing a touch of uncertainty. She is standing at the bar in the lobby of Stage 773 in Chicago and talking to herself. She’s speaking furiously, waving a finger in the air at whatever imaginary fool she’s telling off, mouthing a speech she has clearly rehearsed. However, her nasal, Long Island whine, just barely audible, tells a different... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/1716155/having-blast-friends-past?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/1716155/having-blast-friends-past?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 Feb 2015 15:13:16 +0000 BAVARIAN BEER Rare German brew Neuschwansteiner Edelmärzen is now available, of all places, at the lavish Fook Lam Moon Chinese restaurant (G/F Newman House, 35-45 Johnston Road, Wan Chai). Named for the castle that sits deep inside the ancient forests of Bavaria, this dark-golden, full-bodied beer is made from the purest ingredients and brewed under a process dubbed the "méthode royale". It comes in a champagne-like bottle with a gold seal and screw top. It will set you back a hefty HK$550, but... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48-hours/article/1682842/hk550-beer-taste-it-and-youll-know-why-its-so-pricey?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48-hours/article/1682842/hk550-beer-taste-it-and-youll-know-why-its-so-pricey?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Jan 2015 13:56:47 +0000 City Contemporary Dance Festival To celebrate its 35th anniversary, City Contemporary Dance Company has invited choreographers and dancers from Taiwan, the mainland and Hong Kong to stage a series of shows. There will be five dance programmes, a photo exhibition by Ringo Chan and a symposium exploring the history, aesthetics and identity of contemporary dance in the city. December 4-14, various times, venues and prices. Tickets available at Urbtix from October 31, 10am. Inquiries: 2329... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1626710/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1626710/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 29 Oct 2014 15:00:15 +0000 ... one place to be this week, it'd be The Podium, Cyberport, on October 25, for its inaugural The Great American BBQ. Expect a slabs of meat smothered in heavily seasoned sauces and a selection of sides and brews that live up to the time-honoured American tradition. The event, from 11am-10pm involves eating, drinking and strongman contests, and a kids corner complete with bouncy castle. Fire up the grill! Cyberport Podium, Cyberport Road, Pokfulam. Tickets at ticketflap.com https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1621281/if-i-only-had-barry-c-chung-listings-editor?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1621281/if-i-only-had-barry-c-chung-listings-editor?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Oct 2014 15:05:06 +0000 STORM CLOUDS The HK Dance Company brings the popular martial arts comic series Wind and Cloud, by Ma Wing-shing (who acted as art director for the production) to life with a show that blends dance, theatre, music and comic art. December 12-14, 7.45pm, Dec 13-14, 3pm, Hong Kong Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$160-HK$330 (matinee shows), HK$180-HK$360 (evening shows) Urbtix. Inquiries: 3103 1815 BRAHMS TRIO Pianist Natalia Rubinstein, violinist Nikolai Sachenko and cellist Kirill... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1621279/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1621279/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Oct 2014 15:04:48 +0000 Show Lo Catch the Taiwanese pop sensation on the fourth leg of his world tour. Fans can expect a mix of fresh material alongside his biggest hits all set to an eye-popping 3-D light show. September 13 and 14, 8.15pm, HK Coliseum, 9 Cheong Wan Road, Hung Hom, HK$300-HK$980 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2111 5999 Arturo Sandoval Quintet The Cuban-born trumpet great has rubbed elbows with some of the giants of jazz. From Dizzy Gillespie to Stan Getz, Tony Bennett to Frank Sinatra, Sandoval's list of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1572084/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1572084/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Aug 2014 17:15:00 +0000 The Jacksons The world's biggest ever boy band are in the second year of a world tour that started back in 2012 as a tribute to their late, great little brother Michael. Sing along with Jermaine, Tito, Jackie and Marlon as they reignite crowd-pleasers such as ABC, I'll Be There, and I Want You Back. November 1, 6pm, HK Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai, HK$2,488 (one person), HK$29,856 (table for 12). Reservations required at charityball@fcchk.org. Inquiries: 25211511 Tony... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1566973/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1566973/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 06 Aug 2014 16:00:15 +0000 The Professor Up-and-coming playwright Candace Chong's provocative commentary on the state of the Hong Kong education system returns for its second run. Told through the eyes of philosophy student Lucretia and the self-styled prince of social activism on campus, Jeremy, it bristles with tension and is sure to spark some high-minded and topical debate. In Cantonese with Chinese and English surtitles. September 6, 10-11, 13, 8.15pm, September 7, 13-14, 3.15pm, Jockey Club Auditorium, Polytechnic... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1561850/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1561850/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 Jul 2014 15:00:00 +0000 The Passage Beyond in Concert This collaboration between lyricist Chris Shum and music director Leon Ko has been hailed as one of the most touching dramas of the year. Under the baton of director Yip Wing-sie, the Hong Kong Sinfonietta retells the heartbreaking tale of a daughter and her long-lost father. Chu Pak-him and Jarita Wan (above with Chu) join a stellar cast performing familiar melodies from the moving musical. In Cantonese. October 2-4, 8pm, October 4-5, 3pm, City Hall, 5 Edinburgh... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1557169/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1557169/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 23 Jul 2014 15:15:45 +0000 Snow White French dancer and choreographer Angelin Preljocaj takes a dark, transgressive approach to the popular ballet set to Mahler's beautiful score. With its elaborate bondage-style costumes by Jean Paul Gaultier it is sure to have you asking: "Who's the kinkiest of them all?" September 19 and 20, 8pm, Grand Auditorium, Macau Cultural Centre, HK$150-HK$300 Macau Ticket. Inquiries: macauticket@kongseng.com.mo What the Body Does Not Remember When it premiered in 1987, this modern dance piece... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1554738/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1554738/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 16 Jul 2014 15:15:45 +0000 Ultimate Fighting Championship Hard-hitting middleweight Michael "The Count" Bisping will trade leather with Cung Le, fresh from knocking out UFC veteran Rich Franklin. The card also includes fighters from South Korea, the US, Britain and featherweight finalists from reality TV show The Ultimate Fighter: China. August 23, Cotai Arena, The Venetian Macao, Cotai, HK$280-HK$4,680 Cotai Ticketing. Inquiries: inquiries @venetian.com.mo C AllStar Formed in 2009 by four champions of different... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1549614/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1549614/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 09 Jul 2014 14:30:30 +0000 Shane Filan You & Me Tour Founding member of chart-topping Irish boy band Westlife celebrates the release of his first solo album. And while Filan may have moved on creatively since the band's farewell tour in 2012, he is sure to keep fans happy with a mix of his own songs alongside some of Westlife's greatest hits. September 29, 8pm, AsiaWorld-Expo, Lantau, HK$480-HK$880 HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2877 8260   Dr Bunhead's (DON'T) Try This at Home Television stunt scientist Dr Bunhead will be... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1539585/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1539585/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Jun 2014 15:30:00 +0000 A Midsummer Night's Dream Together with the women of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Chorus and under the baton of Nicholas McGegan, the HK Phil performs Mendelssohn's masterpiece. McGegan is regarded as one of the finest baroque conductors of his generation and is director of the Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra and Philharmonia Chorale, both in San Francisco. July 4 and 5, 8pm, HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Road, TST, HK$160-HK$420, Urbtix. Inquiries: 2721 2030 Seussical the Musical Tony award... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1534715/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1534715/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Jun 2014 15:00:45 +0000 CODES 2.0 MIDASpaces creates a new art form by digitising traditional dance. The team from Ireland promises to stun audiences with the integration of electronic music, vivid visuals and powerful choreography. This multimedia dance piece tells the story of modern man's relationship with technology — the struggle to maintain balance between the real and synthetic worlds. July 11 and 12, 8pm, July 12 and 13, 3pm, HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Road, TST, HK$200-HK$260 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1529239/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1529239/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Jun 2014 14:45:15 +0000 DREAM ILLUSION BUBBLE SHADOW Presented by Zuni Icosahedron, this contemporary multimedia dance piece is the work of dancers from Dance Forum Taipei and artists from Hong Kong and Tokyo. The sequel to Diamond Sutra, the show promises to wow audiences with innovative moves and electronic music that create the impression of virtual time and space. September 19 and 20, 8.15pm, September 21, 3pm, HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd, TST, HK$140-HK$1,000 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2566 9696 BARRY... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1524527/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1524527/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Jun 2014 15:45:00 +0000 Christian McBride The Grammy-winning jazz heavyweight makes his Macau debut in September. An accomplished bassist and composer, McBride and his band perform a cool blend of blues, bebop and jazz standards. His collaborators include keyboard king Herbie Hancock and first lady of hip hop, Queen Latifah. September 9, 8pm, Macau Cultural Centre, HK$100-HK$250, Macauticket, tel: +853 2855 5555   The Aristocrats: Live in HK Formed in 2010, The Aristocrats are a progressive rock band comprised of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1519890/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1519890/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 May 2014 15:30:30 +0000 DAZZLE: LU CHEN Magician Lu Chen, who was awarded by David Copperfield for his talent at the age of 12, is back for an evening packed with astonishing tricks. He first became interested in magic as an eight-year-old and has subsequently won prestigious titles such as Magician of the Year in 2012 from the Academy of Magical Arts, becoming the most prominent Chinese magician today. June 21, 8pm, The Venetian Macao, HK$280-HK$1,280, HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 3128 8288 ‘GREAT SAX’ BY CITY CHAMBER... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1516196/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1516196/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 May 2014 15:30:00 +0000 The Isle This witty and light-hearted performance is a fresh interpretation of eccentric Hong Kong director Paul Poon's 17-year-old work. Packed with odd dialogue and poetic exchanges, the play is a love story that explores the themes of conflict and attraction. June 28, 8pm, Macau Cultural Centre, HK$180 Macauticket, Inquiries: macauticket@kongseng.com. Scattered by Motionhouse Leading British dance theatre company Motionhouse (right) delivers a visually rich show exploring our relationship... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1511241/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1511241/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 14 May 2014 15:14:24 +0000 DESH Dance legend Akram Khan will perform a solo piece that blends modern and classical Indian dance. His creative team, which includes Oscar winner Tim Yip and Olivier-winning composer Jocelyn Pook, have crafted a breathtaking set for an evening of sensory overload. June 20, 8pm, Macau Cultural Centre, Nape, Macau, HK$150-HK$300. Inquiries: macauticket@kongseng.com.mo L’IMMÉDIAT Circus virtuoso Camille Boitel is joined by six performers to surprise audiences with L'Immédiat (below left). The... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1505844/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/48hrs/article/1505844/book-now?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 07 May 2014 14:45:30 +0000