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Kevin Kwong

Exhibitions
Draw Your Heart Out
Urban art inspired by music, design and the urban environment by American Nick Mann (aka Doodles),  Italian Mattia Botta (aka Geometric Bang)  and Dane Mathias Malling Mortensen.  Today, 6pm-3am, Racks MDB, 7/F, M88, 2-8 Wellington St, Central. Inquiries: 6330 7759. Ends today 
Butterfly Sanctuary @ Cyberport
 Eighty youths aged 9 to 22 create four sets of butterfly themed recycled art works  from objects including broken coat hangers and umbrellas, CDs, toys and paper to draw attention to the need for environmental protection. Opens today. Daily, 10am-10pm, Ocean View Court, The Arcade, 100 Cyberport Rd, Cyberport. Inquiries: 3166 3111.  Ends Apr 13 
A Bitter Fairy Tale
Miguel Candela's  photographs of Malian children. (Proceeds of sales of works to Medecins Sans Frontieres).  Opens today. Mon-Sat, noon-10pm, Fringe Club,  2 Lower Albert Rd, Central.  Inquiries: 2521 7251. Ends Apr 20  
Perfect. Imperfect.
Monochrome works and line paintings by  concert pianist and painter Karina Wisniewska  and other abstract paintings by Filipino artist Carlo Magno.  Opening reception today, 6.30pm. Mon-Sat, 11am-7pm, Sun, 2pm-6pm, Karin Weber Gallery, G/F, 20 Aberdeen St, Central. Inquiries: 2544 5004. Ends Apr 23  
Forever Until Now 
Cambodian artists from three generations, including Svay Ken,  Vann Nath  and Duong Saree,  explore the human condition from the perspective of contemporary Khmer culture using paintings, sculpture, film and photography. Thu-Sun, noon-5pm,  10 Chancery Lane Gallery Art Projects, Unit 603-605, 6/F Chai Wan Industrial City Phase 1, 60 Wing Tai Rd, Chai Wan. Inquiries: 2810 0065. Ends Apr 26 
Here and Now 
International group show by eighteen artists (Natvar Bhavsar,  Stan Gregory,  Ken Heyman, Fr? Ilgen, Nathan Slate Joseph, Hosook Kang, Vittorio Matino, Ricardo Mazal,  Judith Murray,  Bruce Porter,  Sohan Qadri,  Anil Revri,  Hiroshi Senju,  Joan Vennum,  Merill Wagner,   Lee Waisler, Susan Weil  and Robert Masao Yasuda). Mon-Sat, 10am-7pm  (Sun, by appointment), Sundaram Tagore Gallery, 57-59 Hollywood Rd, Central. Inquiries: 2581 9678. Ends Apr 29  
In Other Words
Calligraphic works made in the past two decades by Bei Dao,  Chen Tsung-chen, Fung Ming-chip,  Wenda Gu,  Hung Tung,  Leung Chi-wo,  Qiu Zhijie,  Wu Shanzhuan,  Wang Chuan,  Xiao Kaiyu  and Zhang Xiaogang.  Opening reception today, 6pm-8pm. Mon-Fri, 10am-6.30pm, Sat, 10am-6pm, Hanart TZ Gallery,  202 Henley Building, 5 Queen's Rd Central. Inquiries: 2526 9019. Ends Apr 30  
Co-Existence
British artist Hugo Dalton's  wall drawings are inspired by Hong Kong's native flora and fauna, and bamboo scaffolding technique. Opening reception today, 6pm-9pm. Mon-Sat, 11am-7pm, The Cat Street Gallery, 222 Hollywood Rd, Sheung Wan. Inquiries: 2291 0006. Ends May 7  
Traditional  Jingdezhen Wares  from Contemporary Kilns
Exhibition of  items of monochrome and polychrome wares, including jars, vases, bowls, brush pots and tea sets, from the Jiang Yao and Huang Yao kilns. Opens today. Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm, Sun, 1pm-6pm, University Museum and Art Gallery, University of HK, 94 Bonham Rd, Pok Fu Lam. Inquiries: 2241 5513.  Ends Jul 5  
The Perseverant Spirit:  The Art of Lee Yue-hong  
Paintings of natural landscapes, birds and flowers by a student of master artist Chao Shao-an  showcase the artistic inheritance and innovations of the Lingnan School. Daily, 10am-6pm, (Sun and public holidays until 7pm), closed Tue,  HK Heritage Museum, 1 Man Lam  Rd, Sha Tin, HK$10, free on Wed. Inquiries: 2180 8188. Ends Sept 14   
Performing Arts
Hamlet
ABA Productions and AC Productions' presentation of William Shakespeare's tragedy about a tortured Danish prince who seeks revenge against his uncle for killing his father, taking the throne and marrying his mother. In English.  Today-Apr 5, 7.30pm, also Apr 5,  2.30pm, HK Academy for Performing Arts, 1 Gloucester Rd, Wan Chai,  HK$295-HK$495 HK Ticketing.  Inquiries: 2547 7150 
Lord of the Flies 
Faust International Youth Theatre presents Nigel Williams' adaptation of William Golding's  drama about a group of boys stranded on a deserted island. Matthew Gregory  and Kitty Cortes   direct. In English. Today-Sat, 7.30pm,  also Sat, 2.30pm, HK Arts Centre,  2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, HK$190 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2547 9114
Expect the Impossible
American Mark Nizer's  one-man show combines juggling, comedy, music and  technological innovations. Today, 8pm, Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre, 111 Shau Kei Wan Rd, Sai Wan Ho, HK$140, HK$180; tomorrow, 8.15pm, Yuen Long Theatre,  9 Yuen Long Tai Yuk Rd, Yuen Long, HK$90-HK$160; Sat, North District Town Hall, 2 Lung Wan St, Sheung Shui, HK$120, HK$160; and Apr 5, Tai Po Civic Centre,  12 On Pong Rd, Tai Po, HK$120, HK$160 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7323 
Oleanna
On & On Theatre Workshop presents David Mamet's drama about a meeting between a male teacher and his female student that leads to a sexual-harassment case. In Cantonese. Today-Apr 7, 8pm, Cattle Depot Artist Village,  63 Ma Tau Kok Rd, To Kwa Wan, HK$150 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2503 1630 
West End Girls and  Broadway Babes
The Kassia Women's Choir perform songs from musicals including Hairspray and The Sound of Music. Today-tomorrow, 8pm, Leo Lee Arts Centre Theatre, Canadian International School of HK,  36 Nam Long Shan Rd, Aberdeen, HK$220. Inquiries: 6149 3558  
 The Golden Cangue
Ann Hui On-wah  directs the Perry Chiu Experimental Theatre's presentation of Eileen Chang's  drama about a woman (Perry Chiu) wed to the bedridden  son of a wealthy family who falls for her brother-in-law (Terence Yin).   In Cantonese. Today-Sat, 8.15pm, also Sat, 5pm, Apr 5, 2.15pm, 5pm, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, 345 Queen's Rd Central, Sheung Wan, HK$150-HK$250 Urbtix. Inquiries: 6377 7240 
Orchestra Behind the Scenes
Yip Wing-sie  conducts cellist Chang  Pei-chieh  and the HK Sinfonietta in performing Haydn's Cello Concerto  No 2 in D and Beethoven's Symphony  No 5 in C Minor. Presentation mainly in Cantonese. Tomorrow-Sat, 7.30pm,  Kwai Tsing Theatre, 12 Hing Ning Rd,  Kwai Chung, HK$100-HK$220 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2836 3336
Pirates 77
PIP Theatre Kids' musical about the 77th generation of a pirate gang who hijack an oil tanker. In Cantonese. Tomorrow,  Apr 8-9, 7.30pm, also Sat-Apr 5, 10-12, 1pm, 5pm, HK Arts Centre, 2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, HK$160, HK$290 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2511 0139
Rope of Love
The HK Academy for Performing Arts presents Pak Li's  drama about a man tortured by his involvement with three other men: a secret lover, attractive roommate and spoiled boyfriend. In Cantonese. Tomorrow-Apr 8, 7.30pm, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central, HK$90, HK$70 (members) HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2584 8500
Symphonic Fairy Tales
John Harding  conducts the HK Philharmonic Orchestra in works by Dukas,  Tchaikovsky,  R Strauss and Ravel. Henry Wong presents in Cantonese. Tomorrow-Sat, 8pm, also Sat, 3pm,  HK Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury  Rd, TST, HK$80-HK$180 Urbtix.  Inquiries: 2721 2030
The Glorious Baroque
Soprano Elizabeth Coupe  and the City Chamber Orchestra of HK perform  chamber works and solo cantatas by Vivaldi, Handel, Corelli and Telemann.  Sat, 8pm, St Stephen's Chapel, St Stephen's College, 22 Tung Tau Wan Rd, Stanley, HK$150, booking recommended. Inquiries: 2864 2154 or info@ccohk.com
Hits of TV and Movies Music
Wai Sing-fat,  Kong Wai-kei  and  Gao Li  conduct erhu player Hou Shih-chieh, vocalists Li Jun and Ge Sile, and the HK Music Lover Chinese Orchestra in works from TV series including The Legend of the Condor Heroes and The Dream of the Red Mansions and films including Passion and Your Smiling Face. Actress Paw Hee-ching  comperes. Apr 5, 4pm, Tuen Mun Town Hall, 3 Tuen Hi Rd, Tuen Mun; Apr 12, 3pm, Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre, 111 Shau Kei Wan Rd, Sai Wan Ho; Apr 19, 3pm, Tai Po Civic Centre,  12 On Pong Rd, Tai Po, HK$80 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321 
HK Dance Awards 2009
The HK Dance Alliance presents performances by Luo Fan,  Ng Cheuk-yin  and HKFYG HK Meloday Makers,  William Chan,  and  dancers from the City Contemporary Dance Company, HK Academy for Performing Arts School of Dance, HK Ballet and HK Dance Company. Apr 8, Kwai Tsing Theatre, 12 Hing Ning Rd, Kwai Chung, HK$100, HK$120 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2584 8753
Mengla Huang  and HK Children's Symphony Orchestra
Yip Wai-hong  and Gabriel Leung conduct the Chinese violinist and local musical ensemble in Dvorak's Carnival Overture and Symphony No 9 in E Minor, From the New World, and Pagagnini's  Violin Concerto No 1 in D. Apr 9, 8pm, HK City Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central, HK$100-HK$150; Apr 11, 8pm, Tsuen Wan Town Hall, 72 Tai Ho Rd, Tsuen Wan, HK$80-HK$120 Urbtix. Inquiries: 2268 7321 
Moments in the Palm  of Your Hand
Dancer Allen Lam  and actor Tony Wong  perform the story about friendship.  In English. Apr 9-12, 16-19, 8pm, also  Apr 11-12, 18-19, 3pm, HK Arts Centre,  2 Harbour Rd, Wan Chai, HK$180 Urbtix. Inquiries: 3172 1780
Extra-curricular
Book Reading and Signing
Janice Lee reads from her historical  novel which features two romantic relationships taking place in colonial-era Hong Kong. In English. Today, 6.30pm-8.30pm, Bookazine Prince's Building, Shop 309, 3/F Prince's Building, 10 Chater Rd, Central, HK$50, booking required. Inquiries: 2525 0218 
Rock Carvings in Hong Kong
Archaeologist William Meacham  lectures on rock carvings found in Hong Kong.  In English. Today, 7pm, HK Museum of History, 100 Chatham Rd, TST, free. Inquiries: 6842 1394
Fundraiser Party
Party to support the  sailing team that is embarking on an expedition to sail the Northwest Passage this summer. Today, 7.30pm-late, Philia, 4 Arbuthnot Rd, Central, HK$100. Inquiries: 9582 2231 or cameron@openpassageexpedition.com 
Trash Safari
 Artist anothermountainman conducts a two-day workshop on the artistic possibilities in  garbage. In Cantonese. Sat, 10am-1pm, Rm 217, InnoCentre,  72 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, HK$250, registration required.  Inquiries: 2132 8499
Asia-Motorsport Show 2009  
 Motorsport  event including a performance by Japanese drift drivers and car, motorcycle and x-game shows. Sat-Apr 5, noon-4.30pm, 5pm-11pm, AsiaWorld-Expo Goods Vehicle Marshalling Area, HK International Airport, Lantau, HK$144 (morning session, advance), HK$180 (morning session, on the day), HK$224 (afternoon session, advance), HK$280 (afternoon session, on the day) HK Ticketing. Inquiries: 2499 2923 
Power of Recycling
Ceramics artist Sara Tse shows how to transform old junk into useful household items. (Six adult-child pairs per session). In Cantonese. Sat-Apr 5, 2.30pm-4pm, also 4.30pm-6pm, Our Studio, G/F,  198 Tin Sam Estate, Tai Wai, HK$100 (per pair). Inquiries: 2132 8499
Art Jam
Take part in a life drawing session.  Bring a sketchbook and drawing kit.  Sat, 5pm-8pm, Joy Art Club, Unit 2, 14/F, Block A, Wah Luen Industrial Centre, 15-21 Wong Chuk Yeung St, Fo Tan, HK$90. Inquiries: 9332 0424 or wdavies@netvigator.com



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