‘Telling China’s Story’ exhibition shows Chinese calligraphy

Members of the public can still catch the ongoing “Telling China’s Story” calligraphy exhibition at the Rui Cunha Foundation gallery, which is showcasing over 30 works by master calligrapher Ung Choi Kun through Saturday.The exhibition kicked off in late September.According to a recent statement by the gallery, Ung, aside from being a master calligrapher, is also the president of the “Macau Association Encouraging Wise Policies for Humanity” (澳門智慧人文勵政會) and a member

October 8, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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121 works on display at Sands Gallery in ‘Echoes of a Golden Age’ exhibition

A quarter of a century’s works by nine seasoned artists are on display in Sands Gallery’s latest exhibition entitled “Echoes of a Golden Age: Macro Events through the Micro Visions of Macao’s Legendary Contemporary Artists”, which officially kicked off earlier this week and closes on January 5.A statement on Monday by integrated resort operator Sands China quoted Executive Vice Chairman Wilfred Wong Ying-wai as saying: “As this year marks dual celebrations, this exhibition aims to

October 4, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Crowning Journey of Jean-Michel Basquiat on display at COD

The “Crowning Journey of Jean-Michel Basquiat” opened its doors to members of the public on Thursday, with large-scale installations inspired by the artist’s works along with various media showing moments of his life, as well as his thoughts and ideas, being showcased across four areas in the City of Dreams (COD) in Cotai.The New York-born artist gained success during the 1980s as part of the Neo-expressionism movement, according to Wikipedia.His work tackled dichotomies, while he also

October 1, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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S Korean artist showcases works at Humarish Club

Cats are taking the centre stage at the exhibition “Here or nowhere is our heaven”, which is currently on at the Humarish Club Gallery in Lisboeta Macau’s H853 Fun Factory in Cotai.The exhibition, which kicked off last week, features over 15 works by South Korean artist Lee Kyungmi. Those visiting the exhibition will find works created using oils on constructed birch panels, almost seeming as though they are about to pop out of their frame, alongside works like “Nana ASTRO”, which are

September 26, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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10 Fantasia presents Picture Book Festival 2024

10 Fantasia gallery, which is located on Calçada da lgreja de S. Lázaro, is presenting its Picture Book Festival, bringing a local annual event centred around picture book reading to visitors.A statement at the gallery noted that through exhibitions, lectures, booth displays and workshops, it aims to facilitate interactions between picture book creators and readers, promoting the development of Macau’s picture book industry and enhancing citizens’ sense of identity with local culture.The

September 25, 2024 | BY William Chan

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Artists showcase lanterns at Albergue SCM

A variety of lanterns are on display at the Albergue SCM’s A2 Gallery on Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro, showcasing various works of a number of artists.Titled “Little Rabbit Lanterns – An Exhibition by Carlos Marreiros and Friends – Part 19, Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the People’s Republic of China”, the exhibition kicked off last Tuesday and is showcasing around 20 lanterns. It is organised by CAC - Círculo dos Amigos da Cultura de Macau (“Circle of the Friends of

September 24, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Renowned HK lyricist gives insights into musical theatre at local salon

Renowned Hong Kong lyricist Chris Shum Wai-zung, who has spent over 30 years navigating the world of drama and musical theatre, hosted a salon* in the local café “Bookand” about lyric writing earlier this month.The event attracted approximately 50 attendees, including musicians, songwriters, theatre creators, performers, and educators, who were interested in learning about the intricacies of lyric writing.Shum’s presentation, a prominent figure in the Hong Kong music scene, discussed his

September 18, 2024 | BY Ginnie Liang

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Macau New Neighbourhood hosts Mid-Autumn Festival bash

The Macau New Neighbourhood (MNN) in Hengqin hosted an outdoor Mid-Autumn Festival party yesterday which was attended by hundreds of revellers from Macau, Zhuhai and elsewhere in the mainland – and even some visitors from overseas. The purpose-built neighbourhood for Macau residents covering a land area of about 190,000 sqm and a total gross floor area of around 620,000 sqm is located in the Guangdong-Macau In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, which will celebrate its third anniversary

September 16, 2024 | BY admin

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Local dance project explores personal journeys

Interview by Ginnie Liang        A local innovative dance training programme known in colloquial Cantonese as “作動”, (“pre-labour contractions”), directed by local actor Dicky Tsang, alongside local dancer, choreographer and coach Leong Iek Kei, aimed to challenge traditional dance norms through a unique blend of modern dance, tai chi, and personal storytelling.Tsang and Leong talked with the Post about the concept behind the production during a recent interview

September 12, 2024 | BY admin

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10 Fantasia gallery presents picture books exhibition

Interview by William Chan        “Open World – ‘The Birth and Evolution of Children’s Picture Books’ Exhibition Series” is being held at 10 Fantasia gallery, and its curator, Cynthia Chan Lok Si, has recently talked to the Post about it.The exclusive interview was held at her workplace in Zape.Since 2023, Fantasia has been hosting various book exhibitions with the goal of promoting Macau as a “City of Reading.” The current exhibition is a collaborative effort

September 11, 2024 | BY admin

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Dawn Jian showcases works in ‘Come Rain or Shine’ exhibition at Ponte 16

The works of Guangzhou-born young artist Dawn Jian (簡丹) are being showcased on the 2nd floor of the Inner Harbour’s Ponte 16 Resort, in a solo exhibition entitled “Come Rain or Shine”.Featuring works created with oils and acrylics, among others, as well as an installation, the free-admission exhibition “invites viewers on a dynamic journey through the four seasons, featuring Macau’s iconic lotus flower”, according to a recent statement on the hotel’s website.The lotus flower

September 10, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Sold-out ‘Slava’s Snowshow’ to be staged at CCM

“Slava’s Snowshow” is set to take audiences back to their childhood through four sold-out shows at the Macau Cultural Centre’s (CCM) Grand Auditorium from Friday to Sunday.The stage spectacle was created by Russian performance artist and clown Slava Polunin, who has been “praised as the most celebrated living clown”, according to a statement on the CCM website. The show made its world premiere in 1993 and has been performed in different parts of the world, winning over 20 prizes

September 5, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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Local, Thai musicians to perform in jazz septet

Interview by William Chan        The “FanFan Cheung Septet” will be performing at the Macau Cultural Centre’s (CCM) Small Auditorium tonight, local drummer Fanfan Cheung (張家瑋) told the Post in an online interview last week.Cheung holds a master’s degree in jazz performance from Silpakorn University’s Faculty of Music in Bangkok. She plays a range of styles including modern jazz, traditional jazz, neo-soul, R&B, and Thai pop.The gig, organised by the Macau

September 4, 2024 | BY admin

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Artists showcase their interpretation of 21st century in collective exhibition

A total of 29 artists are showcasing their works of different media at the Creative Macau gallery in Nape for a collective exhibition entitled “21st Century”, with each artist presenting their take on the theme.The exhibition, which kicked off on Tuesday and is on until September 28, also celebrates CREATIVE MACAU – Centre for Creative Industries’ 21st anniversary.The exhibition demonstrates the role Creative Macau has been playing since its inception in the creative and cultural

August 30, 2024 | BY Rui Pastorin

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