‘Wind.n.Sand’ exhibition in Macau gives new life to coffee capsules

     Coffee capsules are given new life by being turned into jewellery, accessories and framed artworks in an ongoing exhibition “Now You SEA Me – Coffee Capsule Art” exhibition, with the pieces created by Hong Kong upcycling brand “Wind.n.Sand”.The exhibition is part of the Fantasia Arts Theme Promotion Project – “Fantasia Summer Festival 2026: Eco-Harmony”, which features other related programmes from Galleries A through D.This particular exhibition is located

August 13, 2026 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Transforming Stage to Society: How Macao Applied Theatre Association (MATA) reimagines drama for community healing

Interview by William Chan        Driven by the belief that theatre can serve as a catalyst for reflection, dialogue, and social healing, the Macao Applied Theatre Association (MATA) has spent the past months bringing interactive drama directly into everyday life.In an exclusive interview, theatre scholar and MATA president Mabina Choi Leng Chi told the Post how the association’s initiatives this year are bridging stagecraft and real-world issues –

August 12, 2026 | BY admin

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Cheang Chi-Tat explores life, music, & art in new ‘Dark Shards’ Macau exhibition

Creative Macau – Centre for Creative Industries (CCI) in Nape has launched “Dark Shards”, a solo exhibition by local multidisciplinary artist Vincent Cheang Chi-Tat showcasing visual artworks and original design products inspired by everyday life, music, and personal reflection.The exhibition, which opened on July 30, features visual artworks alongside original design products. According to a gallery statement, “Dark Shards” explores how fragments of everyday experiences and fleeting

August 11, 2026 | BY Khalel Vallo

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A solo masterclass: British jazz legend Martin Taylor opens Macau's Barra Slow Festival

Review by William Chan        British jazz guitar legend Martin Taylor delivered a captivating performance at Navy Yard No. 2 last Wednesday evening as the prelude concert for the Barra Slow Festival.The night kicked off with local guitarist Chan Hon Chong and his quartet, who delivered a 20-minute set of original compositions from his album Travelling Coffee. Having heard the material before, I found Chan’s meticulous, complex contemporary arrangements

August 10, 2026 | BY admin

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From camera to ‘canvas’: Macau lensman Vong Sek Kuan's work on display at Amagao gallery

Interview by Rui Pastorin        Veteran photographer Vong Sek Kuan is presenting a series of images featuring his signature “camera shaking” technique, where photos are seemingly turned into paintings – with no filters or editing involved.Kicking off its over month-long run with a formal opening ceremony last night at Amagao Gallery in Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau, the launch of the “FLOWING LIGHT • RADIANT COLOURS” solo exhibition was attended

August 7, 2026 | BY admin

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Beyond spectacle: how Big Mouse uses theatre to spark youth critical thinking: Macau feature

Interview by William Chan        In Macau’s performing arts landscape, children’s and youth theatre has often been associated with light-hearted entertainment or conventional storytelling. However, the Big Mouse Kids Drama Group (Big Mouse) is reshaping that narrative through structured training, physical theatre, and thought-provoking allegories. Through a series of summer productions and artistic exchanges, the troupe is encouraging young

August 6, 2026 | BY admin

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Where tech collides with heritage: Keith Lam brings FIRSTAGE to Macau's Navy Yard

Interview by William Chan        Nestled within the industrial textures of Navy Yard No. 1, Macau’s historic waterfront is currently playing host to a bold fusion of electronic coding, artificial intelligence, sound design, and physical performance. ProjectPlayaround Macao: FIRSTAGE – curated by Hong Kong media artist Keith Lam (林欣傑)* and hosted by Macao New Media Arts Association –unites 16 multi-disciplinary creatives to present a

August 5, 2026 | BY admin

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Comics aim to spark students’ interest in exploring Macau’s local history

When discussing Macau’s history, many people’s impressions are limited to its World Heritage sites or its status as a casino hub. However, the scarcity of local history textbooks means that many local stories and historical details are gradually being forgotten. To fill this gap, the Macau Comickers Association has actively promoted the creation of comics themed around local culture and intangible cultural heritage in recent years, using vivid and engaging illustrations to open a window for

August 4, 2026 | BY Armindo Neves

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Learning to embrace oneself: an exhibition by 3 students in Macau

Self-acceptance is not always easy. Doubts and anxiety can make it difficult for individuals to accept themselves as they are, or even prevent them from recognising their own potential.Confidence becomes affected, while one might even be led to believe that it would be better to be anyone else but themselves. Three students, however, hope to show the importance of embracing oneself, tackling this idea through art.The students, who are all from Sheng Kung Hui Choi Kou School (Macau), are

July 30, 2026 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Macau Tower turns up the heat with ‘Alice’s Kitchen War’ exhibition

Interview by William Chan        The Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre is hosting “Alice’s Kitchen War,” the latest instalment of the “Curiouser & Curiouser” exhibition series. Running from July 8 to September 3 on the centre’s LG Floor, the exhibition reimagines the chaotic “Pig and Pepper” chapter from Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.Mel Cheong Hoi I, a featured artist in previous editions of the

July 29, 2026 | BY admin

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The Travelling Dolls: where art and anthropology meet - in Macau

Interviews by Rui Pastorin         The worlds of anthropology and art are coming together at “Wondersome and Peculiar Voyages: The Travelling Dolls”, the latest exhibition hosted at the Rui Cunha Foundation (FRC) gallery. Presenting their pieces are Macau visual anthropologist and artist Cheong Kin Man and his wife, Polish artist Marta Stanisława Sala. Marking the duo’s first exhibition in Macau dedicated to their artworks, the event not

July 28, 2026 | BY admin

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Macau's ‘2026 Sands Shopping Carnival’ kicks off

Macau’s largest complimentary exhibition and sales platform “Sands Shopping Carnival” kicked off yesterday, inviting shoppers from Macau and beyond to shop, dine and take part in various family-friendly activities during the four-day event. The free-admission event runs through Sunday, with over 580 booths and eight themed zones to explore. There are also over 5,000 special “MOP 1” items daily, along with discounts of up to 90 percent off.Entering its seventh year, the 2026

July 24, 2026 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Macau Cantate Chorus’s voices can’t keep me from smiling

Concert review by William Chan        On Friday night, Cantate Chorus delivered a spellbinding concert titled “How can I keep from singing?” at Our Lady of Fátima Church, in the northern district. The evening celebrated nearly a year since the ensemble’s establishment. Their enthusiastic, energetic, and unapologetically vibrant performance left a full house – myself included – smiling and deeply moved by the end of the night.Having known the

July 23, 2026 | BY admin

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Chords of Heritage: ‘Macau Imagery’ to resound in GBA

Interview by William Chan        The Macau Cello Ensemble will present “Macau Imagery” on July 30 at Hengqin’s “Zhuhai Huafa & CPAA Grand Theatre”, and on August 1 at “Bay Opera of Shenzhen”. Having made its debut in 2023, July’s performance marks the first step for the group to perform in multiple cities in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) this year.Composed by Fang Dongqing, “Macau Imagery” has been performed in over 10 cities

July 22, 2026 | BY admin

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