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<p>Make September more fun and entertaining with all the cultural events ranging from comedy shows to plays and art exhibitions to Mid-Autumn festivities that are taking place this month. With Hong Kong bringing a plethora of things to add to your calendar, Gafencu has picked the ones you should not absolutely miss.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">La Finta Giardiniera</h3>



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(Opening 28-06-14)
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(3 Raveley Street, LONDON NW5 2HX TEL 0207 267 5550  Mob 07973 617 355)email: tristram@tristramkenton.com</figcaption></figure>



<p>Even those who are not well versed in classical music will know of Mozart, and despite centuries having passed since his short but prolific life, he will never be forgotten as long as his compositions are played. On that note, Musica Viva is bringing Mozart’s three-act comedy La Finta Giardiniera to the stage. Composed by the Austrian musical genius in 1775 when he was only 18, this is an opera with a plot that will have you hooked. From a libretto by Giuseppe Petrosellini, the complicated romantic tale sees multiple players disguise their identities in quests for love and revenge.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>September 1 &#8211; 2</p>



<p><strong>Where: </strong>Hong Kong City Hall Theatre</p>



<p><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$200</p>



<p>Click <a href="https://www.musicavivahk.org/en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more details.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1/X Andy Lau X Art Exhibition</h3>


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<p>Hong Kong star Andy Lau is popularly known as an actor, singer and producer. He now adds another string to his bow of creative achievements with an art exhibition. For the first time, Lau has collaborated with various artists to create works that reflect his triumphant and longstanding career in the entertainment industry, while also diving deep into his thoughts and emotions. For this purpose,1/X will bring forth different art forms including painting, sculpture and calligraphy.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>Until September 9</p>



<p><strong>Where: </strong>Freespace Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District</p>



<p><strong>How much: </strong>HK$298</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Better with Beer</h3>


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<p>Described as the “ultimate craft beer festival”, Better with Beer is a two-day event where people can come together and try a diverse variety of craft beers. No less than 150 beers will arrive straight from more than 20 breweries for ticket holders to sip on, and the best part is that they are available in unlimited free flow. Other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and food have to be purchased separately. Selected live music gigs and games add more merriment to the festival.</p>



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<p><strong>When:</strong> September 15 &#8211; 16</p>



<p><strong>Where: </strong>Central Harbourfront Event Space</p>



<p><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$450</p>



<p>Click <a href="https://www.betterwithbeerhk.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more details.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Actor is Present</h3>


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<p>Much heralded and long anticipated, The Actor is Present has arrived in Hong Kong after being previously showcased in New York, Seoul, Busan, Shanghai and Beijing. The fan-favourite photo exhibition features portraits of 200 award-winning South Korean actors – 100 female and 100 male stars – who have had an impact on the industry. The photo gallery also aims to narrate their individual stories. The famous faces you can admire at the gallery include Jung Hae In, Lee Seung Gi, Kim Go Eun, Park Bo Young and many more besides.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>Until September 16</p>



<p><strong>Where:</strong> Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong, PMQ, Central</p>



<p><strong>How much: </strong>Free entry</p>



<p>Click <a href="https://theactorispresent.kr/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more details.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ink | Pulse</h3>


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<p>Combining ink art by Taiwanese master Tong Yang-Tze and new media art techniques from Hong Kong’s Chris Cheung (h0nh1m), Ink | Pulse is a vibrant, interactive exhibition that shows ink painting in a new and interesting manner. For this purpose, 100 ink and calligraphy pieces produced while Tong was working on her Silent Music series were collected and digitalised to create generative art, capturing each stroke and the weight of the brush on the canvas. Simultaneously, the art show also focuses on addressing the artistic and philosophical significance of ink painting.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>Until September 24</p>



<p><strong>Where:</strong> M+ Facade, West Kowloon Cultural District</p>



<p><strong>How much: </strong>Free entry</p>



<p>Click <a href="https://www.mplus.org.hk/en/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more details.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Miz Cracker Live in Hong Kong</h3>


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<p>If you love to spend a night out laughing your socks off after a hectic day at work, this show might be right up your alley. Former RuPaul’s Drag Race contestant Miz Cracker flies into town for one night to perform her one-person comedy show, A Brief History of the Entire World…and also me! Expect great fun and some jaw-dropping jump splits as the American drag queen (a.k.a. Maxwell Heller) shares her unique, humorous and queer take on historical and ongoing political events.</p>



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<p><strong>When: </strong>September 26</p>



<p><strong>Where:</strong> KITEC, Kowloon Bay</p>



<p><strong>How much: </strong>From HK$488</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fire Dragon Dances</h3>


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<p>Hong Kong is in full celebratory mode during the Mid-Autumn festival, but apart from heading to the beach or the park to sit and gaze at the moon, do not miss one of the most colourful traditions at this time of year – the fire dragon dance. This centuries-old ritual sees a fire dragon being constructed of bamboo and straw and paraded loudly through the village streets to banish bad luck. The best fire dragon dances include those held annually in Tai Hang Village in Causeway Bay and Pok Fu Lam Village. Join the parade and immerse yourself in the spectacle of Hong Kong’s traditions and culture.</p>



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<p><strong>When:</strong> September 28 &#8211; 30</p>



<p><strong>Where: </strong>Various venues</p>



<p><strong>How much:</strong> Free entry</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Voyager: The Never-Ending Journey 3D</h3>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="768" height="432" src="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Voyager-The-Never-Ending-Journey-3D-2.jpg" alt=" September 2023 events" class="wp-image-77188" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Voyager-The-Never-Ending-Journey-3D-2.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Voyager-The-Never-Ending-Journey-3D-2-498x280.jpg 498w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Voyager-The-Never-Ending-Journey-3D-2-200x113.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></figure></div>


<p>In 1977, two space probes – Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 – were sent to outer space to better acquaint us with our solar system, a mission achieved through the precise images of the universe they captured and transferred to Earth. If you want a quick and fun way to travel into space (at least through your imagination), then include this 3D dome show in your schedule this month. Voyager: The Never-Ending Journey highlights key moments from the decades-long expedition, including closer looks at Saturn’s rings and Jupiter.</p>



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<p><strong>When:</strong> Until September 30</p>



<p><strong>Where</strong>: Hong Kong Space Museum</p>



<p><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$24</p>



<p>Click <a href="https://hk.space.museum/en/web/spm/home.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here </a>for more details.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Le Sserafim Tour ‘Flame Rises’</h3>


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<p>Despite debuting only one year ago, K-pop sensation Le Sserafim has already earned global phenomenon status due to hit (and easily stuck in your mind) songs like Antifragile. Last month, the talented five-member female group kicked off their first tour. After performances in South Korea and Japan, they will land in Hong Kong, so local Le Sserafim fans – the Fearnot brigade – can get their light sticks ready and look forward to hours of singing along with excitement.</p>



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<p><strong>When:</strong> September 30</p>



<p><strong>Where:</strong> Asia-World Expo</p>



<p><strong>How much: </strong>From HK$499</p>



<p>Click <a href="https://sourcemusic.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more details.</p>


What’s on? Things to do this September in Hong Kong


<p>Enchanting and enriching 1.3 million visitors in its first year, Hong Kong Palace Museum is an unmissable addition to the Kowloon cityscape. From afar, the grandeur of its distinguished façade draws the eye. Inside its breathtaking space, 12 outstanding exhibitions have held court in as many months, each displaying a wealth of multimedia components, an innovative approach to curating, and a distinctive cultural perspective.</p>



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<p class="has-text-color" style="color:#ba1414"><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://igafencu.com/articles/andrew-yuen" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Colour Harmony: Andrew Yuen’s Evolution From Boyhood Treasure Hunter To Guardian Of Culture</a></p>


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<p>On the occasion of its first anniversary, the HKPM is well into its stride and looking confidently to the future. Since it opened its doors to the public on 3 July 2022, the museum has cultivated strong partnerships in the areas of academic and cultural exchange, in addition to showcasing some of the finest artefacts from its namesake in Beijing and other significant cultural institutions around the globe. Its presence has strengthened the dialogue between world civilisations and Hong Kong’s status as an East-meets-West cultural hub.</p>


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<p>We are delighted to celebrate this important milestone. In the past year, the museum has brought moments of delight and amazement to the viewing public. We would like to express our deep gratitude to the Palace Museum for loaning such precious objects for display in Hong Kong, and to our donours and patrons for their generous donations and support. Kudos must go to our curatorial and operational teams for their professionalism and dedication. The museum has been empowered by the overwhelming support of the general public and visitors from around the world,” says Winnie Tam Wan-chi, Chairman of the Hong Kong Palace Museum Board. “We vow to continue to present exceptional exhibitions and programmes at the HKPM with the aim of promoting Chinese culture to a global audience, in accordance with the National 14th Five-Year Plan to develop Hong Kong into an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.”</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Beijing Assistance</h3>



<p>The Palace Museum in Beijing, which houses an immense collection of classical Chinese art and artefacts, and the West Kowloon Cultural District joined hands to create the Hong Kong Palace Museum in 2015-16. The cooperation was announced in December 2016 and billed as a gift from the central government to mark the upcoming 20th anniversary of the return of Hong Kong to China.</p>



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<p>As a result of the partnership, the Beijing museum lends items to the Hong Kong museum for both long- and short-term exhibitions. For those counting, a total of 914 items from the former’s 1.86-million-strong collection were secured for the HKPM’s inaugural shows.</p>



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<p>The loan is the biggest granted by the Beijing institution since its founding in 1925 and features pottery, jade, bronze, costumes, jewellery, paintings, calligraphy and other national treasures – the majority showing in Hong Kong for the first time. The most priceless pieces appear for three months before being returned home to rest in accordance with established exhibition practice.<br>Hong Kong Exclusive</p>


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<p>Despite the connection between the two organisations, the Hong Kong museum has forged its own identity. The HKPM team arranges loans from other esteemed institutions besides the Palace Museum. Upon its opening in July last year – one day later than planned due to a typhoon – more than 100 works borrowed from other museums and institutions in Hong Kong, as well as 13 pieces on loan from the Musée du Louvre in Paris, were invitingly in situ.</p>



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<p>Multimedia creations from six local contemporary artists were also presented in its first exhibition, and ongoing efforts have been made to attract young people and foster an understanding of Chinese culture on a global scale.</p>



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<p>The HKPM’s 84,000 square feet of exhibition space are spread across nine galleries over the seven-storey building designed by local architect Rocco Yim. Each gallery has a different topic, such as life, architecture, design, or art in the Forbidden City, where its Beijing counterpart is housed.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Now Showing</h3>



<p>In the fifth three-month rotation of treasures on loan from the Palace Museum, 51 splendid works will be exhibited in Galleries 1, 2 and 5 until September 2023. Most pieces in this impressive display have not been seen in Hong Kong before and they aptly mark the HKPM’s first-anniversary milestone. They include two Grade One national treasures: a Ming-dynasty ewer resembling a pine tree and a Qing-dynasty brush pot shaped like a Chinese cabbage by renowned bamboo carvers Pu Cheng and Feng Xijue respectively. These extraordinary works headline the must-see show ‘The Quest for Originality: Contemporary Design and Traditional Craft in Dialogue’ in Gallery 5.</p>



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<p>A recently acquired scene from The Grand Imperial Wedding of the Guangxu Emperor called “Presenting the Empress’s Investiture Book and Seal at the Hall of Union” is one of the highlights of ‘Entering the Forbidden City: Collection, Architecture and Heritage’, the presentation in Gallery 1. It is joined by the only surviving gold seal of an empress in the Palace Museum collection.</p>


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<p>In Gallery 2, ‘From Dawn to Dusk: Life in the Forbidden City’ includes “The Maze”, a print from the Twenty Views of European-style Mansions in the Garden of Perfect Brightness series that showcases the magnificent scenery at Yuanmingyuan Park (the Old Summer Palace). This set of Qing-dynasty prints of the famed imperial garden reflects the integration of European and Chinese painting styles and landscaping features at the time.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Gift that Keeps on Giving</h3>



<p>A portion of China’s imperial treasures is housed at the National Palace Museum in Taipei, having been removed from the mainland during the civil war in the 1940s. The HKPM has been looking into potential collaborations with the Taiwan museum, but due to the latter’s rigorous policies regarding the loan of artworks and artefacts abroad, there are presently no plans to share collections.</p>



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<p>However, for the recently minted Director of the HKPM Board, Andrew Yuen, introducing Chinese arts and culture to a wider audience fits his broader vision. “My hope for the Hong Kong Palace Museum still is to be the bridge between the other two ‘Palace-tinians’, between China and Taiwan,” he says.</p>


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<p>Alluding to the museum’s genesis as an anniversary present to Hong Kong, Yuen adds: “I hope that Hong Kongers can make time to appreciate our rich Chinese culture. After all, the HKPM is built as a gift for us here in Hong Kong, so we should treasure it and feel special about having such a venue.</p>



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<p>“From the moment you step foot in the museum, you will feel its grandeur and importance. This is really one of a kind. The plan, after all, is not to be a branch of the one in Beijing. The Hong Kong Palace Museum is really distinct from its namesake and we plan to keep it that way.”</p>



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<p>Ultimately, the Hong Kong Palace Museum is a public venue that aims to incorporate art into everyday life rather than only being a place for those who study art and culture. It goes beyond.</p>



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<p>Click <a href="https://www.hkpm.org.hk/en/home" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> to visit the museum.</p>


Palace of Year: One year in, the Hong Kong Palace Museum has forged its own identity as a world-class cultural landmark


<p>From music festivals to art exhibitions, there&#8217;s something for everyone to enjoy as Hong Kong continues to bring forward its vibrant and diverse entertainment scene through fun events that can’t be missed. Get ready to immerse yourself in the culture, music, and art of this captivating city.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Out of Thin Air</h3>


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<p>For those who like to cast a critical eye over the costumes worn by actors on the big screen, the Out of Thin Air: Hong Kong Film Arts and Costumes Exhibition is an amazing showcase with a plethora of cinema-related exhibits to explore. A fascinating collection of movie props, costumes, sketches, manuscripts and more will transport you behind the scenes of your favourite films. Scheduled as part of the Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival, the memorabilia shine a light on the industry’s creative process and energy.</p>



<p><strong>When: </strong>Ongoing<br><strong>Where: </strong>Hong Kong Heritage Museum, Sha Tin<br><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$10<br>Click <a href="https://www.pcf.gov.hk/tc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more information.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Also Festival</h3>


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<p>Whether you are curious about the Hong Kong music scene or a firm fan of the city’s talented musicians, singers and rappers, the Also Festival is the perfect event to explore the local hip-hop culture. Straddling the calendar change from June to July, this year’s lineup showcases about 30 exceptional acts. Among those taking to the stage on 1 July are Novel Fergus, Geniuz F The Future, Yellow Peril, Matt Force, Ansonbean and Martian.B. Given that the first Also Festival was a total blast, attendees of this repeat performance will expect their idols to raise the roof.</p>



<p><strong>When: </strong>1 July<br><strong>Where: </strong>KITEC, Kowloon Bay<br><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$580</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Attack of Clone Venus</h3>


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<p>Marrying traditional art techniques with the latest digital trends is Attack of Clone Venus, a solo exhibition by the acclaimed Japanese artist Takeru Amano, whose career has spanned various geographical locales. In this particular display, Amano combines NFTs collectables with sculptures, canvases and installations that vividly tell a series of stories. The collection comprises more than 1,000 works, with interactive AR filters on hand to boost perceptions to ensure that each visitor is emotionally involved with the art.</p>



<p><strong>When:</strong> Until July 4<br><strong>Where:</strong> Artelli, Central<br><strong>How much: </strong>Free entry<br>Click <a href="https://www.artelli-meta.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more information.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">BTS Exhibition: Proof in Hong Kong</h3>


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<p>As the world-famous K-pop sensation Bangtan Sonyeondan celebrates its 10th anniversary, the group is set to take fans on a retrospective journey. Hybe, the South Korean entertainment giant behind BTS, brings an immersive exhibition to Hong Kong that will use music, motion graphics, audiovisuals and more to let fans (called the Army) know their idols better. For those fervent followers who have seen Proof in Seoul and/or Busan, the Hong Kong rendition contains some exclusive content so it is a showcase that should not be missed by all.</p>



<p><strong>When:</strong> Until 16 July<br><strong>Where:</strong> K11 Musea, Tsim Sha Tsui<br><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$198<br>Click <a href="https://hk.trip.com/travel-guide/attraction/hong-kong/bts-exhibition-proof-in-hong-kong-139031095/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more information.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Harbour Chill Carnival</h3>


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<p>Looking for a way to chill this summer? You won’t need to look very hard as the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s Harbour Chill Carnival provides a collection of fun-filled and entertaining weekend events against the broad canvas of Victoria Harbour. These include music stages, performance art pieces by local and international artists, and a never-seen-before version of the daily A Symphony of Lights show. With so many attractions to admire on top of the magnificent view, spending time on the waterfront has never been so enticing.</p>



<p><strong>When: </strong>8 July &#8211; 6 Aug<br><strong>Where:</strong> Harbourfront Area, Wan Chai<br><strong>How much: </strong>Free entry</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">TeamLab Future Park</h3>


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<p>Anyone who has scrolled through Instagram has come across this touring exhibition with interactive installations that youngsters and the young at heart will find magical. Hong Kongers, get excited because TeamLab’s Future Park launches in the city this month as part of insurance group FWD’s 10th anniversary celebrations. Spreading across 10,000 square feet, the magnificent multi-sensory event comprises six installations for imaginative play: Graffiti Beating Mountains and Valleys, Red List, Sliding Through the Fruit Field, Light Ball Orchestra, Hopscotch for Geniuses, A Table where Little People Live and Sketch Town.</p>



<p><strong>When: </strong>9 July &#8211; 14 Jan<br><strong>Where:</strong> MegaBox, Kowloon Bay<br><strong>How much:</strong> From HK$180</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">International Arts Carnival</h3>


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<p>Hong Kong welcomes the return of a familiar summer programme in which art and performance come together to form a stage that is guaranteed to be captivating. Designed to entertain youngsters during the school break, the latest rendition of the International Arts Carnival will deliver a lineup of dance, vocals, acrobatics and drama that is made all the more engaging by the employment of art and technology. Excitingly for the little ones, the main character of IAC 2023 will be a dinosaur.</p>



<p><strong>When: </strong>14 July &#8211; 13 Aug 2023<br><strong>Where:</strong> Various venues<br><strong>How much: </strong>Prices vary<br>Click <a href="https://www.hkiac.gov.hk/2023/en/stage.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more information.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ateez World Tour 2023</h3>


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<p>Fans of Ateez will be ready to wave their light sticks as the K-pop group make a stop in Hong Kong as part of their The Fellowship: Break the Wall concert tour. With Hong Kong being one of only five Asian stops for the eight-member band, the Atiny faithful can look forward to a whirlwind of entertainment. Whether or not they break the wall remains to be seen, but the boys will surely set the stage on fire with their energetic dance moves, stunning vocals and addictive raps.</p>



<p><strong>When: </strong>15 July<br><strong>Where:</strong> AsiaWorld-Expo, Lantau<br><strong>How much: </strong>From HK$880<br>Click <a href="https://ateez.kqent.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more information.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Night of the Living Monsters</h3>


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<p>As its pride month celebrations move into July, the Eaton HK presents another fascinating event in a lineup of panel discussions, exhibitions, performances and more that has accepting queerness in a largely heteronormative society as the primary theme. Pride@Eaton 2023: It&#8217;s Morphing Time! continues with the enthralling drag skit Night of the Living Monsters, starring drag queens including Yihao, JiJi Hardy, BB Ice Fun, RaveFun and Charlieowo. Looking back on the past and into the future, the performance party is certain to encapsulate the emotions that come with being part of the Hong Kong LGBTQ+ community.</p>



<p><strong>When: </strong>15 &#8211; 16 July<br><strong>Where: </strong>Eaton HK, Kowloon.<br><strong>How much: </strong>From HK$250</p>


What’s on? Things to do this July in Hong Kong


<p>The winners of a competition organised by Henderson Land Group (“Henderson Land” or “the Group”) called “Realising Your Imagination Creative Competition” have now been announced and their work will be on display for public viewing from June 3 &#8211; 14.</p>



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<p>The competition was designed to encourage communal imagination through creating multimedia artworks with inspiration from the Group’s contributions to the city.</p>



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<p>A total of 17 awards were revealed at the award ceremony held on 31 May, with the participation of professionals from the architectural, design, art, and academic fields.</p>


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<p>“The Henderson Land Realising Your Imagination Interactive Exhibition”, a free public interactive exhibition at H Queen’s will showcase the award-winning works and combine the experience of viewing art and collecting NFT souvenirs for the first time.</p>



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<p>Through the fusion of digital art, a 270° immersive experience, Augmented Reality technology, and personalised NFT souvenirs, the 12-day art exhibition features artworks that depict future communities, cityscapes and lifestyles.</p>



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<p>One part of the exhibition called “Immersive Space” offers a 270° immersive experience by taking visitors on a visual journey of the Group’s contributions to the city, such as the developed International Financial Centre complex and ArtLane.</p>


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<p>At the “Web 3.0 Creative Space”, visitors will get a chance to create unique NFT souvenirs based on photos or videos of their AR-enabled interactions with winning artworks. The NFT souvenirs will be stored in the visitors’ Henderson Land NFT wallet.</p>


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<p>The Champion artwork in the Student category was inspired by the concept of a time capsule, and a group of enthusiastic, dream-pursuing students crafted a story to depict an imaginative future, where their future selves read letters written by themselves in the present, so as to demonstrate how the future of Hong Kong becomes better with urban planning.</p>


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<p>The Open Group’s Champion is a digital artist who took inspiration from ArtLane, Henderson Land’s first urban revitalisation project Urban Art in Soho. The awardee uses point cloud, VR and other technologies to conduct a memory exploration experiment for the audience. The artwork combines original music and the sound of waves to express the concept of coexistence between man and nature.</p>



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<p>Winners were awarded art trips to Europe and/or cash prizes, together with a memorable and unique NFT e-certificate as a token of encouragement.</p>



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<p>The public may utilise the AR filter at the exhibition and share their preferred future scenarios with the hashtag #RealisingYourImagination and tag @hendersonlandhk on their personal Instagram accounts. Participants will get a chance to receive a souvenir, while five participants with the most inspirational entries will each be rewarded with Matcha Latte Japan Premium Set from an F&amp;B tenant at H Queen&#8217;s.</p>



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<p>To discover more “Realising Your Imagination” moments, please click <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://brand.hld.com/realising-your-imagination/en" target="_blank">here</a> to visit Henderson Land’s brand website.</p>



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<p><strong>The Henderson Land Realising Your Imagination Interactive Exhibition</strong></p>



<p><strong>Date: </strong>3 – 14 June 2023</p>



<p><strong>Time: </strong>12 pm – 8 pm</p>



<p><strong>Venue:</strong> 9/F, H Queen&#8217;s, 80 Queen&#8217;s Road Central, Hong Kong</p>



<p><strong>Admission: </strong>Free admission with a chance to create an NFT souvenir (limited availability while stocks last)</p>



<p>Click <a href="https://brand.hld.com/happenings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> for more information. </p>
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Winners of “The Henderson Land Realising Your Imagination Creative Competition” Revealed


<p>For most people, art is a decoration complementing the interior architecture of their house and an investment piece so it is necessary to make a thorough and careful selection while picking an art canvas that you will most likely hang in your living space. It is important that it is something that fits your personal taste and also has significant value to it so Gafencu has put together a step-by-step guide to purchasing an art piece that you won’t regret.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Start by exploring the art world</h2>



<p>The art world is a never-ending vast ocean with so much to explore, so it is important to start by gaining exposure to the art scene to discover different options available in the market. Fortunately, it is fairly convenient to examine the art scene these days. You can attend some important art events like Art Basel, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://igafencu.com/articles/art-central-2023" target="_blank">Art Central </a>or Affordable Art Fair that happen on an annual basis or you can visit art exhibitions that happen in local galleries. Besides, the internet is also a resourceful place for it, given the list of art-related content like <a href="https://igafencu.com/articles/artistic-instagram-pages" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">these artistic Instagram pages</a> that you can come across in browsers and social media.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Get to know what art resonates with you</h2>



<p>The more art you see, the more you will get to know what you like. Affordable Art Fair Director Regina Zhang says that when you walk into a gallery with the intention of buying art, it is important to keep an open mind. By having no predetermined notion, it becomes easier for you to note what sort of art you are attracted to. Do you seem to be drawn to a specific style of painting, a particular theme or a certain art period?</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Do your research</h2>



<p>Once you know what you find appealing, it is time to do some research especially if your art purchase is going to be an investment. Try reading art magazines, and official websites of artists or galleries to learn more about the art you like. You can also talk to industry experts to clarify all your doubts. Having a good knowledge of the subject will entail you to make an informed decision about what you want. Plus, reading further or talking to more art aficionados would also give you more options or will lead you to filter your decision and help you settle on what you are exactly going to buy.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Consider your interior design</h2>



<p>If you are buying art, you are probably planning to have it framed on your wall so it is important to check a few things before making the purchase. The first and most important thing is finding out how small or big it can be because you can always repaint the walls and redecorate the entire room to coordinate with your art if you want but nothing can be done about the size of the wall. You should also ensure that it will be possible to get the frame or the sculptor through the doors.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Buy the art</h2>



<p>So, you have funnelled down to the exact artwork you want. It is time to go ahead and check their prices especially if you have a certain budget in mind. It is perfect if the rates fall within your allotment or you are willing to pay a couple of extra thousands above your budget because you absolutely love the art piece you selected. If not, you can go for the other options in mind.</p>


Your guide to purchasing an art piece that you won’t regret

<p>The eighth edition of Art Central is certainly an <a href="https://artcentralhongkong.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">artistic experience</a> that art aficionados can hold close to their heart. From touching on ancient styles to pushing contemporary artwork that focus on topics such as modernisation, consumerism, globalisation, nature, and more, Art Central 2023 had more than 300 artists displaying their work.</p>
<p>Among all the works on display, below are a few of the iconic ones that you should see when you are at Art Central.&nbsp;Do be reminded that all the artwork are aesthetically appealing and unique in its own way, so you will probably end up spending hours exploring every single one of them.</p>
<p><strong>An Aggregation-Space by Seon-Ghi BHAK</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-70378 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/An-Aggregation-Space-by-Seon-Ghi-BHAK-e1679459532151.jpg" alt="Art Central 2023" width="499" height="763" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/An-Aggregation-Space-by-Seon-Ghi-BHAK-e1679459532151.jpg 499w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/An-Aggregation-Space-by-Seon-Ghi-BHAK-e1679459532151-200x306.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/An-Aggregation-Space-by-Seon-Ghi-BHAK-e1679459532151-183x280.jpg 183w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/An-Aggregation-Space-by-Seon-Ghi-BHAK-e1679459532151-120x183.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/An-Aggregation-Space-by-Seon-Ghi-BHAK-e1679459532151-400x612.jpg 400w" sizes="(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /></p>
<p>Korean artist Seo-Ghi Bhak made his interactive 3D art installation titled<em> An Aggregation-Space</em>, particularly for Art Central 2023. Leaning back to his acclaimed artistic tendencies to use charcoal in his work, the entire installation is made of a metal frame that has pieces of charcoals hanging on nylon strings.</p>
<p>Bhak’s choice of material reflects his love for charcoal and his intentions to spark a connection between humans and nature. As a result, he created the piece to mimic a maze that people can walk through experiencing each chunk of charcoal slowly moving as they pass, thus also provoking the ideology that art is a journey of transformations.</p>
<p><strong>Prelude in A minor Trauma by Clara Wong</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-70384 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Prelude-in-A-minor-Trauma-by-Clara-Wong-e1679459833914.jpg" alt="Art Central 2023" width="500" height="628" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Prelude-in-A-minor-Trauma-by-Clara-Wong-e1679459833914.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Prelude-in-A-minor-Trauma-by-Clara-Wong-e1679459833914-200x251.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p>Clara Wong is best known for having a satirical tone in her artwork, and this one which she calls the <em>Prelude in A minor Trauma</em> also perfectly knocks on dark humour as she replicates a typical artist studio in Hong Kong through this work.</p>
<p>The young Hong Kong artist has voluntarily cramped the space with so many objects scattered all over the place to create a sense of claustrophobic emotion, and also reflect on the reality of living an oppressed life in Hong Kong. Some notable elements of Wong’s installation include a laptop with water dripping on it from a broken pipe, a birthday cake that has been cut, and a mannequin leg on a piano.</p>
<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="//www.gafencushop.com/vibrant-city-hong-kong-growing-art-scene/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vibrant City: Hong Kong’s growing art scene</a></p>
<p><strong>Blue Throat: Start the Churning (group exhibition)</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-70379 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Blue-Throat-Start-the-Churning-2-e1679459910742.jpg" alt="Art Central 2023" width="768" height="228" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Blue-Throat-Start-the-Churning-2-e1679459910742.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Blue-Throat-Start-the-Churning-2-e1679459910742-200x59.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Blue-Throat-Start-the-Churning-2-e1679459910742-600x178.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></p>
<p><em>Blue Throat: Start the Churning</em> is a group exhibition bringing together the works of nearly 20 local artists whose artistic themes focus on the Hindu mythology <em>Samudra Manthana</em>. In this ancient legend, people churned the ocean with the belief that it will produce an elixir which will grant them the gift of immortality.</p>
<p>This group exhibition is a juxtaposition of the way even people living today are continuing to mess with nature through globalisation and modernisation. To further connect to the ancient story, the curators – Chris Wan and Jeremy Ip – have used a turquoise blue flooring that makes it look like the visitors are viewing the art pieces with the ocean surrounding them.</p>
<p><strong>Glows in the Night by Yang Yongliang</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-70381 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Glows-in-the-Night-by-Yang-Yongliang-e1679459962527.jpg" alt="Art Central 2023" width="572" height="534" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Glows-in-the-Night-by-Yang-Yongliang-e1679459962527.jpg 572w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Glows-in-the-Night-by-Yang-Yongliang-e1679459962527-200x187.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Glows-in-the-Night-by-Yang-Yongliang-e1679459962527-300x280.jpg 300w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Glows-in-the-Night-by-Yang-Yongliang-e1679459962527-120x112.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Glows-in-the-Night-by-Yang-Yongliang-e1679459962527-500x467.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Glows-in-the-Night-by-Yang-Yongliang-e1679459962527-400x373.jpg 400w" sizes="(max-width: 572px) 100vw, 572px" /></p>
<p><em>Glow in the Night</em> shows the intoxicatingly beautiful nights of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau. At the first glance, it looks like large-scale photography capturing a city’s landscape during the night. However, a closer look shows that it is a video with minute details that can be only noticed when you concentrate on each section of the canvas separately.</p>
<p>More like an art that comes to life under the magnifying lens, Yang Yongliang wants to divert people’s attention to the light pollution that is caused because of urbanisation and other modern developments.</p>
<p><strong>reflective connections by Bev Butkow</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-70383 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/reflective-connections-by-Bev-Butkow-e1679460079110.jpg" alt="Art Central 2023" width="500" height="786" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/reflective-connections-by-Bev-Butkow-e1679460079110.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/reflective-connections-by-Bev-Butkow-e1679460079110-200x314.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></p>
<p>Bev Butkow’s <em>reflective connections</em> is a touch-and-feel-the-art kind of installation that is made of materials that were collected locally. This includes “thread, wool, dressmaking scraps” and more that are connected together to form a floating sculptor that is hanging down from the ceiling.&nbsp;The soft sculptor supposedly mimics a fishing net that was just pulled out from the sea.</p>
<p>Moreover, the South African artist uses mirrors to elevate her art by playing with lights and reflections. Butkow encourages the viewers to have a tactile connection with her piece in order to experience the work as she intends it to be.</p>


The Best of Art Central 2023 – The Most Iconic Artwork on Display

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<p>Hong Kong-born, Shanghai based, art veteran Simon Ma shares his vision of creating harmony through art with his recent travelling Drago Cavallo Exhibition</p>
<p><strong>From a young age, you painted under the guidance of Chinese master Fan Tzu Teng. How did that shape you?</strong><br />
I was lucky to have him inspire me, and not just in painting. He also inspired me to become a good person. We believed that whatever you paint first comes from your heart, then flows through your hands – manifesting how we think and how we look at the world.</p>
<p>“Harmonise” is a word he always reminded me of. To harmonise with nature and with people, regardless of their background, whether they are rich or poor. This way, you allow yourself to view the world from all angles, looking at everyone and every situation from the top down, left to right and from front to back as well. He was my master in matters of the mind, too – an extremely kind and an open person, he believed that we should do charity work, with a pure heart – that is what would help one be a good painter.</p>
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<p><strong>For a time, you had your own company in Shanghai, Ma Design. What propelled you to make the transition from architect and urban planner to artist?</strong></p>
<p>I started painting when I was seven years old, and I played music when I was 13 years old. After that, I attended boarding school in the UK and then studied architecture and urban planning at University College of London.</p>
<p>It’s hard being an architect. I prefer being an artist because I don’t have to just work for the client. As an artist, I can actually create anything I like, without limitations or boundaries. I started sculpting and exhibiting my work to the public in various locations around the world. To me, this is the more interesting part of art and creation, it is much more meaningful to me [than architecture. I put them there like an architecture but in miniature forms.</p>
<p><strong>You recently launched a large touring artistic installation, Drago Cavallo, in conjunction with the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Could you tell us more about this?</strong></p>
<p>Winfried (Engelbrecht-Bresges), the CEO of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, called me and wanted me to come back to Hong Kong to do the Drago Cavallo – Travel Around HK exhibition as part of the SAR’s 25th anniversary.</p>
<p>We thought the city needed new energy, something to bring everyone in harmony. The mythical dragon horse (‘drago cavallo’ in Italian) is the spirit of China – one of the eight mythical beasts that symbolises inspiration; and I think people all over the world like horses.</p>
<p>I actually created these lovable Drago Cavallos during Covid-19 to give people hope and new energy. So, we brought back 10,000 Drago Cavallos and are planning on displaying a 25-metre-high Drago Cavallo next year.</p>
<p>I’m working very hard on this, trying to harmonise Hong Kong society – in different districts and also in schools, where students can paint Drago Cavallo and understand the spirit of the two animals (dragon and horse). The cool thing about this project is that it will harmonise society through art.</p>
<p>The Jockey Club has also been very supportive. We are also hosting a competition, and asking everyone to join the competition and try to set up one Drago Cavallo for each district.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><em><strong>&#8220;I prefer being an artist because you can actually create anything you like, with no limitations, no boundaries. This is much more meaningful to me [than architecture]”</strong></em></p>
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<p><strong>You have a strong affinity with horses. Could you share with us why that is?</strong><br />
The horse is the most beautiful animal. They are energetic, international and always moving forward. They never complain though they can have a temper, too; when they want to, they just go. I see myself as somewhat of a horse whisperer. I go around the world, to places like Mongolia, to see horses. And when I find them, they are like my friends. You have to build a friendship with horses before you can paint them. I paint from inside them; I’m painting their vision.</p>
<p><strong>You divide your time between your Hong Kong studio in Wong Chuk Hang and Shanghai. What differences have you observed between the two major cities?</strong><br />
I have been in China for 23 years. Shanghai is a very fast-growing city and full of energy. Whereas Hong Kong has stopped for the past three or four years; it’s actually becoming less international. If you look at the government in Shanghai and the local community, there is such a respect for art and its artists. But looking at Hong Kong, one might question how many good artists there are in the city. Shanghai, on the other hand, has so many ‘West Kowloon’s, not just one. And there are 20 or 30 more museums as well.</p>
<p>But Shanghai is not an easy place to survive in as an artist. You have to be very good at what you do, you have to be really good with people, and you have to be really good with the market as well. You have to be ahead of the market rather than follow it. We change because of our environment, but the environment doesn’t change because of us.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-68097 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ACK9858_p-e1664802491833.jpg" alt="" width="466" height="699" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ACK9858_p-e1664802491833.jpg 466w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ACK9858_p-e1664802491833-200x300.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 466px) 100vw, 466px" /></p>
<p><strong>You have collaborated successfully as an artistic designer with international brands, such as Porsche and Ferrari. How did that come about?</strong><br />
I think these international luxury brands are looking for a Chinese artist who can connect with people internationally and locally. I understand both cultures – especially the Italian mindset, and I can instil Chinese art into their luxurious products harmoniously; it goes beyond just mixing two things together.</p>
<p><strong>You’re also pretty active on Instagram. What value does social media give you as an artist?</strong><br />
I am encouraging my team to be active on all social media platforms because it’s better to share and let more people appreciate your art. Why keep art to yourself? Open up and let people see it.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-68099 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ACK9916_p-e1664790444742.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="1050" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ACK9916_p-e1664790444742.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ACK9916_p-e1664790444742-200x300.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ACK9916_p-e1664790444742-600x900.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /><br />
<em><strong>“I am like the horse whisperer. I go around the world, to places like Mongolia, to see horses. And when I find them, they are like my friends. I’m painting their vision”</strong></em></p>
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<p><strong>If you could go back in time and meet anyone from the past, who would it be?</strong><br />
My auntie, who passed away four years ago. She gave me my name ‘Simon’. And also, my master, Fan Tzu Teng. I would pay a million dollars to have dinner with them again, because as you get older, you realise the number of people you love gets less and less. Fan Tzu Teng is like my father. He had no son, so I was like a son to him. When I approached his body at his funeral, I knelt down; I knelt all the way to his body. There were a few hundred people there and they all stood up. This is the highest respect I could give to my teacher.</p>
<p><strong>When do you get your best ideas?</strong><br />
I always get my best ideas when I’m having a shower. I feel light, like I’m being purified by water – and all my spirituality emerges.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-68100 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ACK9953_p-e1664802550257.jpg" alt="" width="466" height="699"></p>
<p><strong>Do you still play music?</strong><br />
I love music. I still have my band in China. I used to write music before I got too busy. I’m a left-handed drummer (like Phil Collins) as well as a singer. If you ever hear me sing, you’d be surprised. Music is my life. It helps to create good art.</p>
<p><strong>Thank you.</strong></p>
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<p><em>(Interview by: Robert Murry; Photographer: Jack Law; Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma;&nbsp;</em><em>Videographer: Jackie Chan; Venue: Simon Ma Gallery)</em></p>
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Art veteran Simon Ma’s vision of creating harmony through art

<p>Hong Kong Palace Museum opens, Mirror goes live, and much, much more! Get ready to fill your social calendar this July! A slew of new entertainment, concerts and exhibitions open its doors to the city.&nbsp;Here’s our guide to all the hottest happenings in town…</p>
<p><strong>Mirror We Are Live Concern 2022</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67089" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-mirror-live.png" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu mirror live" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-mirror-live.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-mirror-live-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-mirror-live-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-mirror-live-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-mirror-live-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-mirror-live-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-mirror-live-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Hailed as the undisputed new kings of Cantopop, Hong Kong’s biggest boy band, Mirror, will be in concert in the city for 12 live shows from 25 July. Tickets for the first show were sold out within hours but with the addition of further shows, it’s still possible to snap up yours on Urbtix. Bop along to all their much-adored hits such as “Ignited”, “Warrior”, and all the others, as this 12-piece ensemble of heartthrobs strut their stuff.</p>
<p><em>When: </em>25 July &#8211; 6 August<em><br />
</em><em>Price:</em> From HK$480<br />
<em>Location:&nbsp;</em>Hong Kong Coliseum, 9 Cheong Wan Rd, Hung Hom Bay</p>
<p><strong>Hong Kong Palace Museum Opens</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67088" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-hong-kong-palace-museum.png" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu hong kong palace museum" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-hong-kong-palace-museum.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-hong-kong-palace-museum-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-hong-kong-palace-museum-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-hong-kong-palace-museum-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-hong-kong-palace-museum-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-hong-kong-palace-museum-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-hong-kong-palace-museum-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Amid much fanfare, the HKPM opened its doors to the public on 2 July, adding to the buzz of the West Kowloon district. This important addition to Hong Kong’s artistic heritage boasts 914 priceless Chinese artworks. Many of the works from this veritable treasure trove of culturally significant works are on display in the city, while others are being displayed to the public for the first time. More than a hundred of the works on this list – including paintings, sculptures, calligraphy and pottery – are considered natural treasures.</p>
<p><em>When: July onwards<br />
Price:</em> Free entry on Wednesdays for the first year<br />
<em>Location:</em> West Kowloon Cultural District<br />
<em>For more information:</em> <a href="http://hkpm.org.hk/en/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hkpm.org.hk/en/home</a></p>
<p><strong>The Loss of Face?</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67084" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-gallery.png" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu art gallery" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-gallery.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-gallery-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-gallery-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-gallery-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-gallery-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-gallery-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-gallery-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Including masterworks from influential portrait painter, Francis Bacon, and paintings by contemporary artists Adrian Ghenie, Zeng Fanzhi, George Condo and Yukimasa Ida, Villepin’s new exhibition, The Loss of Human Face? sparks a conversation about the past and the present, and explores the significance of human faces as seen through these five artists. Showcasing 20 ground-breaking works in an innovative gallery space, visitors will endeavour to make sense of these bold and striking canvases displayed in dialogue with each other.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>When: Ongoing<br />
Price:</em> Free entry<br />
<em>Location:</em> Villepin, G-2/F, 53-55 Hollywood Road, Central<br />
<em>For more information:</em> <a href="https://www.villepinart.com/exhibition/villepin" target="_blank" rel="noopener">villepinart.com/exhibition/villepin</a></p>
<p><strong>Nature Art Jam at The Part at K11 Musea</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67085" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-jamming.png" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu art jamming" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-jamming.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-jamming-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-jamming-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-jamming-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-jamming-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-jamming-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-jamming-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Soak up the wonderful atmosphere at this refreshing summer oasis and let your child’s imagination run free with a guided tour to discover native and exotic plant species – a breath of fresh air at Hong Kong’s first urban biodiversity museum. It&#8217;s the perfect way to get in a little blonding with your loved ones in a fun and beautiful setting for both the young and young at heart to enjoy.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>When: Ongoing<br />
Price:</em> HK$250 (Includes one child and one guardian)<br />
<em>Location:</em> Nature Discovery Park, 8/F K11 Musea<br />
<em>For more information:</em>&nbsp;<a href="http://K11musea.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">K11musea.com</a></p>
<p><strong>Tufting Workshop</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67086" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-workshop.png" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu art workshop" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-workshop.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-workshop-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-workshop-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-workshop-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-workshop-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-workshop-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-workshop-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>For those not in the know, tufting is a manufacturing process whereby a thread is inserted into a primary base. It’s an ancient technique for making warm garments, such as mittens. This tufting workshop enables you to mix-and-match different coloured yarns and make a fluffy rug via tufting machines – boasting creative results that will be totally instagrammable. And once added to your social media feed you will be the envy of your friends with these adorbale designs.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>When: Ongoing<br />
Price:</em> HK$1280<br />
<em>Location:</em> S411 Staunton Road, PMQ<br />
<em>For more information:</em> <a href="http://www.pmq.org.hk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pmq.org.hk</a></p>
<p><strong>Hong Kong’s Maritime Miracle: The Story of our City since 1945</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67093" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-2.png" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu art exhibition (2)" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-2.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-2-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-2-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-2-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-2-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-2-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-2-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Explore Hong Kong’s recovery from the ravages of Japanese occupation and World War II through its modern iteration with nautical artefacts and maritime-themed tech. With more than 20 thoughtfully selected exhibits, visitors can trace Hong Kong’s evolution from its first tentative steps to prosperity at the end of World War II through to its rise as an international maritime hub. A testament to the city&#8217;s admirable ability to overcome history and not only thrive, but also to prosper.</p>
<p><em>When: Ongoing<br />
Price:</em> Free entry<br />
<em>Location:</em> Special Exhibitions &amp; Events Gallery, 11 Man Kwong St., Central<br />
<em>For more information:</em> <a href="https://www.hkmaritimemuseum.org/event-details/hong-kongs-maritime-miracle-the-story-of-our-city-since-1945" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hkmaritimemuseum.org</a></p>
<p><strong>The Art of Fugue</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67087" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-concert.png" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu concert" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-concert.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-concert-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-concert-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-concert-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-concert-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-concert-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-concert-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>The Hong Kong Philharmonic is giving their interpretation of Johannes Sebastian Bach’s monumental musical creation, “The Art of Fugue”. This was one of the last ever piece composed by Bach and while he didn’t specify which musical instruments should be used, the HK Phil will play a selection of contrapunctus (four-voice arrangement) with four trombones. All in all a most intriguing arrangement.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>When: 6 July<br />
</em><em>Price:</em>&nbsp;HK$250<br />
<em>Location:</em>&nbsp;JC Cube, Tai Kwun<br />
<em>For more information:</em> <a href="http://www.hkphil.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hkphil.org</a></p>
<p><strong>2022 Korean Young Artists: “Pith of Cake” Exhibition</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67094" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition.png" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu art exhibition" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-art-exhibition-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>The Korean Cultural Centre in Hong Kong proudly presents the 2022 Korean Young Artists Series: Pith of Cake, showcasing 32 fresh-and-innovative artworks, including paintings, installations and drawings from four promising South Korean artists, Jihee Kim, Lee Young Ho, Phee Jungwon and Song Myung Jin – empowering them to express their unique identity with original materials and techniques.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>When: 16 July<br />
</em><em>Price:&nbsp;</em>Free entry&nbsp;<br />
<em>Location:</em>&nbsp;6-7/F, Block B, PMQ<br />
<em>For more information:</em> <a href="http://hk.korean-culture.org/hk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hk.korean-culture.org/hk</a></p>
<p><strong>Under Armour&#8217;s Flagship Store Opens</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-67090" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-under-armour.jpg" alt="What’s On Things to do this July in Hong Kong gafencu under armour" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-under-armour.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-under-armour-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-under-armour-600x399.jpg 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-under-armour-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-under-armour-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-under-armour-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/What’s-On-Things-to-do-this-July-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-under-armour-400x266.jpg 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Shop Under Armour&#8217;s latest collaboration at its newly opened flagship store in Hong Kong. Spanning two floors between 5,300 sq ft, the store offers a diverse section of apparel for men, women, and kids. Featuring a Run Crew area, a dedicated golf section, a women&#8217;s training area, and the brand&#8217;s new special collaborations such as The Curry Flow 9, Project Rock, and HOVR Machina 3. For a touch of Hong Kong culture, he store shocwcases Hong Kong-inspired graphics by local artist Yu Cheung (Ah Yu).</p>
<p><em>Location:</em> Manning House, Queen&#8217;s Road Central, Central<br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;<a href="http://underarmour.com/en-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener">underarmour.com/en-us</a></em></p>


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<p>M+ Cinema opens, Le French May continues, Metavision Tour launches at K11 Musea, and much, much more! This June arts, culture and NFT collectors will be delighted by the slew of exhibitions and tours that will be popping up throughout the month. Whether you&#8217;re exploring the city&#8217;s many art and cultural sights solo or grabbing a friend to join you, these are the events to fill your social calendar with this summer. Here&#8217;s our guide to all the hottest happenings in town&#8230;</p>
<p><strong>M+ Cinema Opens</strong><br />
<em>8 June</em></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-66724" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema.jpg" alt="What's On Things to do this June in Hong Kong gafecu m+ cinema" width="700" height="467" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema.jpg 2048w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-800x533.jpg 800w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-420x280.jpg 420w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-400x267.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-600x400.jpg 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecu-m-cinema-1200x800.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>From 8 June onwards, film buffs will have much to look forward to as the West Kowloon virtual museum pulls back its curtains on the much anticipated M+ Cinema – screening a wide range of visual content from documentaries, experimental cinema, video art, and of course, old classics. Explore the inaugural programmes offered throughout June and the rest of the year within its screening houses of various sizes, and be immersed in visual culture and the art of cinematography.&nbsp;</p>
<p><i>How much: </i>Prices vary<br />
<em>Where: </em>M+,&nbsp;West Kowloon Cultural District, 38 Museum Drive, Kowloon<br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;</em><a href="http://mplus.org.hk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mplus.org.hk</a></p>
<p><strong><b>Creativity is on the lifeblood of RADO<br />
</b></strong><em>Until 11 June</em></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-66731" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-rado-garden.png" alt="What's On Things to do this June in Hong Kong gafencu rado garden" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-rado-garden.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-rado-garden-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-rado-garden-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-rado-garden-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-rado-garden-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-rado-garden-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-rado-garden-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Over the years, the brand has collaborated with some of the world’s most visionary artists and designers, from Andy Warhol to Le Corbusier. Rado continues to promote creativity worldwide and we are glad to support Fan Yan, artist based in&nbsp;Hong Kong&nbsp;making music from her paintings.&nbsp;The painter and musician will display her collection in PMQ, Central.&nbsp;RADO will unveil its new&nbsp;True&nbsp;Thineline&nbsp;Great&nbsp;Garden&nbsp;of the World collection to celebrate this event.</p>
<p><i>How much:&nbsp;</i>Free entry<br />
<em>Where:&nbsp;</em>PMQ, S311, 3/F, Block A, Aberdeen St., Central<br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;</em><a href="https://www.rado.com/en_hk/great-gardens-of-the-world.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.rado.com/en_hk/great-gardens-of-the-world.html&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1654394024787000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2TPF_GaykFpiF-nvjJCgje">rado.com</a>&nbsp;/&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fanyan-art.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.fanyan-art.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1654394024787000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3TptUk0XEljPBbNS8DWu4X">fanyan-art.com</a></p>
<p><strong>Metavision Tour</strong><br />
<em>Until 19 June</em></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-66727" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-metavision-tour-e1654311320980.jpg" alt="What's On Things to do this June in Hong Kong gafecun metavision tour" width="700" height="467" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-metavision-tour-e1654311320980.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-metavision-tour-e1654311320980-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-metavision-tour-e1654311320980-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>The most ambitious showcase of NFT art arrives at the hottest cultural-retail destination, K11 Musea. Spanning nine floors throughout the 10 levels within the massive Victoria Harbourside mall, Metavision is a journey of imagination and aspiration. Embark on a special docent-led Metavision Tour and discover over 200 of the world’s most coveted and ground-breaking NFT artworks!&nbsp;</p>
<p><i>How much:&nbsp;</i>Free entry<br />
<em>Where: </em>K11 Musea, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui<br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;</em><a href="http://k11musea.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">k11musea.com</a></p>
<p><strong>K.Y. Fine Art: Through the Gates of Wonder</strong><br />
<em>2-6 June</em></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-66725" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-ky-fine-arts-e1654311506756.jpg" alt="What's On Things to do this June in Hong Kong gafecun ky fine arts" width="366" height="671" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-ky-fine-arts-e1654311506756.jpg 366w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-ky-fine-arts-e1654311506756-200x367.jpg 200w" sizes="(max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px" /></p>
<p>A magnificent showcase of renowned connoisseur of Chinese arts and antiques K.Y. Ng&#8217;s collection of fine arts will present 68 works by Hugh Moss – a celebrated ink-painter and Chinese calligrapher who painted under the moniker The Master of the Water, Pine and Stone Retreat. Presented at the Pao Galleries within the Hong Kong Arts Centre, the exhibition is a celebration of the fusion of Chinese and western styles.&nbsp;</p>
<p><i>How much:&nbsp;</i>Free entry<br />
<em>Where:&nbsp;</em>4 &amp; 5/F, Pao Galleries, Hong Kong Arts Centre, Wan Chai<br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;</em><a href="http://kyfineart.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">kyfineart.com</a></p>
<p><strong><b>CRYPTYQUES interactive exhibition<br />
</b></strong><em>8-26 June</em></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-66730" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-cryptyques.png" alt="What's On Things to do this June in Hong Kong gafencu cryptyques" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-cryptyques.png 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-cryptyques-200x133.png 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-cryptyques-600x399.png 600w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-cryptyques-421x280.png 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-cryptyques-120x80.png 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-cryptyques-500x333.png 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafencu-cryptyques-400x266.png 400w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>In celebration of the launch of the&nbsp;Hong Kong&nbsp;classic movie-themed NFT collectible on 18 June, Hong Kong startup BEAM+ Lab presents an immersive experience for everyone to unlock the metaverse community. Spanning three floors, the interactive exhibition aims to bridge the gap between the physical world and web3.0 by offering a hybrid experience that unlocks the metaverse. A series of workshops, screenings and talks will be hosted during the exhibition period, inviting everyone to explore the metaverse community and discover the stories behind CRYPTYQUES.</p>
<p><i>How much: </i>Free entry<br />
<em>Where: </em>Haus of Contemporary, <em>9 On Lan St, Central</em><br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;</em><a href="http://cryptyques.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">cryptyques.com</a></p>
<p><strong>Tang Contemporary presents Woo Kukwon solo exhibition</strong><br />
<em>Until 11 June</em></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-66732" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-tang-contemporary-woo-kukwon.jpg" alt="What's On Things to do this June in Hong Kong gafecun tang contemporary woo kukwon" width="700" height="478"></p>
<p>Tang Contemporary Art Hong Kong, a gallery that specialises in showcasing regional and international contemporary Asian and Chinese art presents Woo Kukwon’s solo exhibition. A promising artist from South Korea, whose paintings and installations reflect the growth and self-consciousness of humankind, this exhibition is his autobiographical adaptation of his own metamorphosis. The paintings, featuring ancient carnival ceremonies and mythical beings, tell a narrative of the rugged paths and turning points of human growth.&nbsp;</p>
<p><i>How much:&nbsp;</i>Free entry<br />
<em>Where: </em>H Queens, 80 Queen&#8217;s Road, Central<br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;</em><a href="http://tangcontemporary.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tangcontemporary.com</a></p>
<p><strong>The Shape of Light</strong><br />
<em>Until 19 June</em></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-66729" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-The-Shape-of-Light_p-e1654311351955.jpg" alt="What's On Things to do this June in Hong Kong gafecun The Shape of Light_p" width="700" height="467" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-The-Shape-of-Light_p-e1654311351955.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-The-Shape-of-Light_p-e1654311351955-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-The-Shape-of-Light_p-e1654311351955-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Coming together to present a moving image work by acclaimed Hong Kong artist, curator and researcher, Ellen Pau, M+ and Art Basel join hands to commission the live-action performance and spectacular sci-fi sequences of The Shape of Light. Be immersed in the awe-inspiring animation on the M+ Facade and discover the multitude of ways light can be transferred to digital objects – an exploration of how material and immaterial objects can come together in the digital space.</p>
<p><i>How much:&nbsp;</i>Free entry<br />
<em>Where: </em>M+ Facade, 38 Museum Drive, West Kowloon Cultural District<br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;</em><a href="http://mplus.org.hk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mplus.org.hk</a></p>
<p><strong>Le French May</strong><br />
<em>Until 30 June</em></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-66726" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Whats-On-Things-to-do-this-June-in-Hong-Kong-gafecun-le-french-may.jpg" alt="What's On Things to do this June in Hong Kong gafecun le french may" width="700" height="219"></p>
<p>One of the largest cultural and arts festivals in Asia, Hong Kong Le French May, continues its city-wide programmes in June. The exciting affair will run until the end of the month, serving a slew of diverse performances, thrilling exhibitions, fantastic wine and dine promotions and much, much more under the theme ‘Art Unboxed’. Explore a new dimension of art and culture that serves to promote French arts in Hong Kong.</p>
<p><i>How much:&nbsp;</i>Prices vary<br />
<em>Where: </em>Location vary<br />
<em>For more information:&nbsp;</em><a href="http://frenchmay.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">frenchmay.com</a></p>
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What’s On? Things to do this June in Hong Kong

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