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November 17-19
Chekhov, the grandfather of realist theatre, gets a local spin in the production i.Cherry by Class 7A Drama Group and Shu Ning Presentation Unit. i.Cherry is based on Chekhov’s last work, The Cherry Orchard, in which an aristocratic family is forced to sell their beloved orchard to the entrepreneurial son of one of their servants. The adaptation transforms late 19th century Russia to modern day Hong Kong and explores the struggle to survive in a rapidly changing society. Thought provoking stuff. The play will be performed in Cantonese at the HK Cultural Centre Studio Theatre. Tickets are $120 and $200, available from URBTIX, 2734 9009. Show times are 3pm and 8pm. |
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November 17-18
Take a magical look at the world of the geisha through the eyes of a Singaporean director. Ong Keng Sen’s piece Geisha, focuses on the exotic symbol of a Japan long gone, exploring the fascination and fantasies associated with the geisha’s arts. The use of Western acting techniques contrasts with the kabuki and nihon buyoh (a form of classical Japanese dance). See the show at the Kwai Tsing Theatre Auditorium at 8pm. Tickets are $120 to $360, available at URBTIX 2734 9009. |
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November 17-25
D-I-S-C-O, that’s what the HK Youth Arts Foundation are sure to have you singing when you’re done watching the absolutely infectious Disco Inferno. Featuring music from the ‘70s, this musical with a moral is not one to miss. Check it out at the HKAC Shouson Theatre at 7:30pm. Tickets are $120 and $80 for concessions. Available at URBTIX 2734 9009 (Please see our listings for exact dates) |
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November 18-19
Take a martial arts novel, add some colourful, lively costumes and an energetic dance company and you will have the production The Smiling, Proud Wanderer. The story follows Yilin’s wandering in Jianghu, and is a stunning blend of effects including wire work. Expect some cool moves. Playing at the HK Cultural Centre Grand Theatre at 3:00pm and 7:30pm. Tickets range from $120 to $260 and are available at URBTIX 2734 9009. |
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Sunday
November 19
Immortalised as those wacky guys who sang the theme song to the children’s game show Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?, Rockapella are making their Hong Kong debut at the City Hall Concert Hall. The group, originally comprised of old college buddies (none of whom are left), sang on street corners in New York City until Spike Lee gave them their big break on his show, Spike & Co.: Do It A Cappella. Since then, they’ve toured the entirety of the US and Japan, where they are very popular – perhaps an indication that they’ll make it over here too. See them at 8pm. Tickets are available from URBTIX, 2734 9009 and range from $120 to $280. |
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Sunday
November 19
Show your love for Victoria Harbour, and turn out for Harbour Day 2006. Part of the line up is the annual Around the Island Race organised by the Royal HK Yacht Club and a parade of seaworthy vessels on the Harbour. Shore side, many restaurants are participating in Harbour Day with specially crafted buffets for the occasion. The Maritime Museum and the Coastal Defence museum are also open for visitors all day, with the latter being touted as a good vantage point to watch the day’s Harbour based activities. See the website for more details: www.harbourday.hk |
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Tuesday
November 21
Jennifer Micallef and Glen Inanga have been playing the piano together for the last 12 years as Micallef-Inanga. The award winning duo have achieved much since their days at the Royal Academy, including starting the first ever Cayman Arts Festival in the Cayman Islands. They’ve played live broadcasts all over Europe and this year they made their debut to sold out audiences at the BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall with the BBC Philharmonic. See the show at the HK City Hall Concert Hall at 8pm, Tickets from $100-$250, available from URBTIX 2734 9009. |
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November 25 – December 3
De Ling & Empress Dowager Ci Xi is the fictional account of the return of a Qing Dynasty princess to China after studying in the West. De Ling’s perception of things are challenged when she witness the infighting and rivalry amongst court officials. A fictional account of events during a historical period, this is the show’s second re-run having sold out its first two, in 1998 and 2001. It is presented in Putonghua or Cantonese with English and Cantonese surtitles. Playing at HK Cultural Centre Grand Theatre, show starts at 7:45pm. Tickets range from $120 -$320, available from URBTIX 2734 9009. |
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November 29 – December 3
The Christmas season is approaching, and that means it is time for the festive cheer to start kicking in. Perfect then, that the Hong Kong Players are presenting their own spin on the fairytale Jack and the Beanstalk in their yearly panto. Their patron, British actor Richard Griffiths is the voice of the Giant. Expect laughs, silly gags, and most importantly LOOK OUT BEHIND YOU! See them at the HKAC Shouson Theatre, shows start 7:30pm, matinees start 11:30am, 2:30pm and 4pm. Tickets range from $150 to $240 available from URBTIX 2111 5999. (Please see our listings for exact show times) |
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November
18, 21, 25
The Rugby World Cup Qualifiers are taking place, and Hong Kong has a chance to go through to France next summer, if it can beat Japan and Korea. The top team goes straight through, and 2nd placed team faces Tonga in a play-off. Entry is free, and there will be refreshments available at the Hong Kong Football Club. HK v Japan November 18 at 7:30pm, HK v Korea November 21 at 7:30pm and Japan v Korea November 25 at 6:30pm. For more details check the website www.hkrugby.com
Keep December 9 penned in your diaries, because HK Sevens tickets go on sale today. Pick them up at the HK Stadium well in advance, so there’s no last minute scrambling to get yourself into the South Stand. |
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Until December 10
The French Cinepanorama is now in its 35th year, and brings a whole new host of French films for the cinema buff to enjoy. Several are new releases and other films have never been screened in Hong Kong. Prices from $45 to $200. See our listings for details of all films, screen times and locations. |
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December 1-10
Audrey Hepburn made her ever so lovable in the film adaptation, and now the HK Singers and the HKAPA are hoping you’ll be rooting for Eliza Doolittle in their stage version of My Fair Lady. Enjoy old favourites, The Rain in Spain, Wouldn’t it be Loverly and Get Me to the Church on Time and many others at the HKAPA’s Drama Theatre. Tickets are available now, contact HK Ticketing 31 288 288. |
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