ART/CULTURE

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CREATIVE MACAU hosts ‘Human Presence’ exhibition by 14 photographers
“Human Presence”, a photography exhibition organised by Halftone – Macau Photographic Association, opened at CREATIVE MACAU on Sunday and will conclude on May 5, showcasing works that explore identity, community and cultural expression. Established in 2021, Halftone - Macau Photographic Association brings together photographers living in Macau or Portugal. The exhibition features works by 14 members – Carmen Serejo, Cristiana Figueiredo, Elói Scarva, Francisco Ricarte, Henry
April 14, 2026
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3 Macau collectors show their prized items at exhibition in Taipa
Three art collectors of different backgrounds are showcasing their prized items in the “Show-Off 4.0” exhibition at the Taipa Village Art Space, with the exhibition on until May 15.Located at 29-31 Rua dos Mercadores in Taipa Village, the free-admission exhibition is the fourth instalment in the series. This time, it features a collection of artworks on display, among which are paintings and Chinese shop plaques. The items amassed over the years all belong to collectors José Isaac Duarte,
April 13, 2026 | BY Rui Pastorin
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Fu Luen youth members make 1st appearance at UN to tell Macau’s story
The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) recently hosted its 70th annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) at its New York City headquarters. The Women’s General Association of Macau (commonly known as Fu Luen) sent a 16-member exchange group to participate in the session’s side events, according to an association statement released on 26 March.The statement highlighted that this was the largest delegation ever sent by the
April 10, 2026 | BY Armindo Neves
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75 interdisciplinary artworks on show at youth pavilion in Macau
Interviews by Rui Pastorin         A total of 75 artworks created using three art disciplines are being showcased at the Pavilion of Exhibitions and Artistic Shows for Young People in Praça do Tap Siac (塔石廣場) in a group exhibition titled “Brilliant Colours of Summer – Watercolour × Acrylic × Chinese Painting Art Exhibition” (絢色筆夏——水彩x丙烯x國畫藝術展).Kicking off early yesterday evening, the free-admission exhibition is on until
April 9, 2026 | BY admin
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‘Cruising Through This Mortal Coil’ exhibition in Macau tackles tradition & death
Interview by Rui Pastorin        At Albergue SCM’s D1 Hall, a solo exhibition has translated the offering rituals in the Hungry Ghost Festival*, the anxieties surrounding death, and the reflections and confrontation of life’s finite nature into art.Displaying a total of nine works, “Cruising Through This Mortal Coil” features a 24-minute short film titled “If They Really Exist”, watercolours, installations, pieces made using the traditional Chinese joss paper
April 8, 2026 | BY admin
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4 Macau artists showcase jewellery art at 10 Fantasia exhibition
Members of the public with an appreciation for jewellery and the craftsmanship behind it have a chance to explore works by four female local artists in a 10 Fantasia gallery exhibition jointly titled “Greater Bay Area Arts Exchange Project | Emerging Artists – Handcrafted Jewellery Exhibition”, which is on until April 26.The free-admission showcases works across the gallery rooms A, B, C and D on the first floor, each respectively displaying the work of participating artists Penelope Ng
April 2, 2026 | BY Rui Pastorin
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Macau media learns about fresh opportunities from Hengqin’s latest development
Tony Wong in Hengqin        A one-day fact-finding tour of Hengqin was organised for Macau media workers last week where they visited three facilities concerning economic cooperation between Macau and Hengqin, and the three facilities’ representatives briefed the local journalists about their operations and latest developments.The three facilities visited on Thursday last week comprised the Hengqin International Film Studio, the Service Centre for Economy and Trade between
April 1, 2026 | BY admin
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Macau Saint Paul School’s religious event encourages students to practise faith, social care
Saint Paul School Macau held a one-day religious event on its campus on Rampa dos Cavaleiros in Areia Preta district on March 20. Saint Paul School is well known as one of the nine Catholic Diocesan Schools.The school’s Civic and Religious Subject Head Leong Sin Ion told the Post that the event centred around the lives of the saints, incorporating reflections on contemporary struggles, scripture copying, and the use of AI to create a video about the Stations of the Cross, allowing
March 31, 2026 | BY Armindo Neves
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Parade troupes add colour to Macau streets
The theme song for the Macao International Parade could again be heard at various points in Macau’s city centre as the 2026 edition took place yesterday afternoon, with troupes adding a rainbow to Macau’s overcast streets as they marched, danced and performed their way to Praça do Lago Sai Van.Now the 12th edition since its launch in 2011, this year’s parade was themed “The Maritime Silk Road as a bridge for cultural exchange”. It kicked off from the UNESCO World Heritage-listed
March 30, 2026 | BY Rui Pastorin
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3 Macau artists hope to reach wider audience during Art Central
Rui Pastorin in Hong Kong         Art lovers, artists and galleries from Hong Kong and other parts of the world have a chance to explore art from Macau at this year’s Art Central, with the Sands Gallery booth showcasing the works and distinct art styles of three of our local artists: Lei Ieng Wai, Leong Chi Mou and Dor Lio Hak Man. Art Central is being held at the Central Harbourfront until Sunday, with the Sands Gallery booth showcasing over 40
March 26, 2026 | BY admin
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Dancing through generations: a night at Macau Comuna de Pedra’s ‘Noon Disco’
Review by William Chan        Comuna de Pedra’s (“Stone Commune”) sixth edition of the “TODOS Fest! Inclusive Arts Festival” concluded on Sunday. I had the chance to participate in one of its standout events, “Noon Disco.”Based on a previous interview* I had with the local organisation, I knew the concept was special. By recreating the vibrant disco culture of the 70s and 80s, “Noon Disco” aims to do more than just evoke collective memories for the
March 25, 2026 | BY admin
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Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) concert reminds us of importance of art for youth
Review by William Chan        The Macau Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) – a local organisation dedicated to training young musicians in classical music, and one I had the opportunity to participate in for seven years during my school days – on Sunday hosted its 25th “Progressing Towards the Future” Macao New Generation Musicians Concert 2026 at the Macau Cultural Centre (CCM). The concert featured nine local musicians, all still in their mid-teens.Eight years ago, I
March 25, 2026 | BY admin
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10 women aim to redefine ‘The Golden Ratio’ at art exhibition in Macau
Ten women are showcasing their art pieces at the Former Municipal Cattle Stable at the junction of Avenida do Coronel Mesquita (美副將大馬路) and Avenida do Almirante Lacerda (罅些喇提督大馬路) until April 19, challenging traditional gender roles and social expectations while aiming to redefine the “golden ratio” with a female perspective.The exhibition titled “The Golden Ratio – Macau Exchange Exhibition”, which kicked off on Friday, features works created by artists
March 24, 2026 | BY Rui Pastorin
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‘Silent Radiance of Unity’ arrives at University of Macau (UM) with salon series
The “Silent Radiance of Unity – Macao in Harmony” religious art exhibition, presented by Macau’s religious communities and launched last November at Kun Iam Temple, has now moved to the University of Macau’s (UM) Centre for Macau Studies. It coincides with a series of four multicultural salons this month.The exhibition features dozens of religious works by artists from Macau and abroad, all of whom aim to express shared spiritual values through media such as calligraphy, sculpture,
March 23, 2026 | BY William Chan
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Sands China exhibition pays tribute to Macau’s firecracker industry
Interview by Rui Pastorin        Macau’s days of firecracker manufacturing may have long passed, but the history and memory of an industry that had once been among the city’s most important has not been forgotten. Now, its storied legacy continues to be honoured with a large dedicated exhibition at Sands Gallery in Cotai.Lining the walls of different sections of the gallery are hundreds of well-preserved colourful firecracker labels from different brands, along with a
March 20, 2026 | BY admin
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