In 2020, COVID put a halt on the entire world. Normal life turned around 180 degrees: day had turned into night as we embarked in uncharted territory. Building 60 of Tokyo’s Sunshine City is closed because of the pandemic, yet an unexpected guest turns up intent to reach the rooftop as the building’s janitor tries […]
Para Site is pleased to present ‘Reframing Strangeness: Ha Bik Chuen’s Motherboards and Collagraphs’, an exhibition that refocuses on Ha’s printmaking practice on the occasion of Ha’s 100th birth anniversary. ‘Motherboard’ is the term Hong Kong-based artist Ha Bik Chuen (1925–2009) coined for his collagraph plates. Unlike computer motherboards, Ha’s creations are decidedly analogue. They […]
When control transforms into blankness, and order gives way to flow, we dance with nature. New Natural: Rolland Cheung Solo Exhibition will be held from May 9 to June 2, 2025, exploring the boundaries between the unnatural and the natural. This exhibition will not only showcase Hong Kong's largest resin artwork, but also see Hong Kong resin […]
A journey through time to the Belle Époque period, Le Bal, a street parade inspired by Renoir’s and Degas’ paintings, takes you to a whimsical world where people get together, dance, laugh and enjoy life. The party is on! Celebrate the end of the day and dance the night away, as magnificent horse-drawn carriage, dancers, stilt […]
Echoing Above, the latest monograph and accompanying exhibition by French photographer Romain Jacquet-Lagrèze, captures the hidden beauty of Hong Kong’s skyline. It highlights the artistry of bamboo scaffolding—a fading craft shaped by skilled workers known as "spiders"—now gradually replaced by metal due to safety concerns. It also celebrates the resilience of trees growing from gutters […]
Franco Savadori is pleased to present "The Beauty of Belle Epoque" an exhibition about an eclectic overview of the vast European pictorial scene, showcasing century, including Romanticism, Victorian Art, French Realism, German/Dutch Historicism, Jugendstil (the Austro-German version of Art Nouveau artworks from various artistic currents of the second half of the 19th), Symbolism, Orientalism, and […]
The Indra and Harry Banga Gallery at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) presents a new exhibition titled Central African Art - Invocation of an Unseen World, showcasing nearly 200 artifacts from Central Africa, spanning the 19th to early 20th centuries. This exhibition highlights the Golden Age of Central African artistic traditions. By integrating cutting-edge new media technology […]
We live in a time when our minds constantly wander between past regrets and future anxieties, leaving us disconnected from the present that unfolds before us. Dan Oliver’s solo exhibition Moment explores this paradox through a series of contemplative paintings that capture fleeting instances of beauty and meaning discovered in the natural world. The exhibition’s […]
Whodunit, and in what key? Witness a thrilling, hilarious, and completely improvised musical murder mystery where the audience dictates the fate of the suspects. Improvised songs, suspicious characters, and a mystery to solve! Come join us at the Fringe Club for a night of totally improvised comedy. Talented international performers bring you a night of […]
The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority is proud to present the Hong Kong edition of the iconic Broadway rock’n’roll musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch, co-presented and co-produced by WestK and Motion 27 for eight shows from 10 to 17 May 2025 at Freespace in the WestK. The production blends drag artistry with pulsating rock music […]
Hong Kong to Paris is a photography exhibition that celebrates the artistic journeys of two French photographers: Raymond Cauchetier and Rémi de Laquintane. Although nearly a century separates their births, both artists share a common thread—an insatiable spirit of adventure and a passion for storytelling through imagery that transcends borders. Raymond Cauchetier’s photographic journey began […]
Gallery EXIT presents Chino NG in seen from within, featuring his new and recent artwork series. Both series showcase NG's ongoing material investigations and observational practice, reflecting his dedicated study of light as both subject and medium. The artist employs in his practice a variety of materials, from stones to transparent resins, to explore the […]
Extraordinary Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen stars as the passionate title diva in David McVicar’s thrilling production. British-Italian tenor Freddie De Tommaso makes his eagerly anticipated company debut as Tosca’s revolutionary lover, Cavaradossi, and powerhouse American baritone Quinn Kelsey is the sadistic chief of police Scarpia. Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts the electrifying score, which features some […]
In 1950, Dmitri Shostakovich began composing the bold and enigmatic 24 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 87, amidst waves of pressure from the Soviet Power. This monumental work, believed to be inspired by J.S. Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier, embodies not only Shostakovich’s masterful contrapuntal artistry but also the profound exploration of his complex inner turmoil. Marking the 50th anniversary of Shostakovich’s […]
Curated by renowned pianist Colleen Lee and watercolour artist Fu Man-yat, this cross-genre arts programme presents works of French composers Debussy, Saint-Saëns and Ravel. Lee, together with three vibrant musicians - Aaron Chan (violin), Letty Poon (cello) and Rhythmie Wong (piano) - will perform alongside Fu's paintings. The concert features interactions between painting and music, […]
Join us for the grand finale of the MUSE String Quartet Festival, featuring the HK Phil string principals alongside the renowned Dutch pianist Hannes Minnaar. The spotlight shines on the HK Phil String Quartet in the first half. It begins with a newly commissioned piece, A Fairytale Retold, by HKU composer Charles Lee Gai-ho. The four […]
Two-time Tony Award–winning composer Jeanine Tesori’s powerful new opera Grounded, commissioned by the Met and based on librettist George Brant’s acclaimed play, wrestles with the ethical quandaries and psychological toll of 21st-century warfare. Mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo, one of opera’s most compelling young stars, portrays Jess, a hot-shot fighter pilot whose unplanned pregnancy takes her out […]
From May to July 2025, the Tea House Theatre plays host to the inaugural season of WestK Cabaret Nights – an exciting new series showcasing the best of the city’s cabaret talent. On two to three weekday evenings each month, emerging and established artists present original acts of music, music theatre, storytelling, stand-up and more. […]
The two-time Grammy-award nominee Dover Quartet joins forces with Van Cliburn winner Haochen Zhang! The pre-eminent Dover Quartet is the recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition and the Avery Fisher Career Grant. Pianist Haochen Zhang rose to fame as the first Chinese pianist to win the Van Cliburn competition, and has […]
Ho’s artistic practice is centered around photography, a point of departure from which he expands further into other mediums including drawing, performance and video. The exhibition “Wandering Daily” is rooted in the photographs Ho takes navigating the city. These quotidian urban scenes are devoid of figures, yet palpable with human presence. They carry the nuances […]
The Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) and the Palace Museum jointly present the new thematic exhibition The Ways in Patterns: An Immersive Digital Exhibition from the Palace Museum, exclusively sponsored by the Institute of Philanthropy. The exhibition will be open to the public in Gallery 7 of the HKPM from 14 May until 13 October […]
The award-winning film composer’s live show filled with cinema’s most well-loved scores arrives in Hong Kong on 14 May 2025. Award winning film composer Hans Zimmer brings his smash-hit tour to Hong Kong for Hans Zimmer Live. With the support of his outstanding 19-piece live band and a full orchestra, audiences will be swept away […]
Three-time winner of Chamber Music Ensemble of the Year at the French Victoires de la Musique Classique, Trio Wanderer will be making their much-anticipated Hong Kong début with a recital of exquisite piano trio classics by Debussy, Ravel and Mendelssohn. Acclaimed for their extraordinarily sensitive style and technical mastery, Trio Wanderer has performed on the […]
Opera Hong Kong is proud to present a new production of Mozart's The Magic Flute at the Grand Theatre of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre from 15 to 18 May 2025. This two-act opera is a special collaboration between Opera Hong Kong, Beijing Music Festival, China National Opera House, and State Opera South Australia. Directed […]
Tang Contemporary Art is proud to present Yoon Hyup’s solo exhibition “Montage”, featuring 15 new artworks. In contemporary art, rhythm and flow transcend mere formal elements, offering new ways of understanding the world. Yoon Hyup’s art visually embodies this philosophy, presenting a creative synthesis of Eastern and Western aesthetic traditions. His lines and dots go […]
Combining dance education, drama, and excerpts from the popular dance drama The Legend of Mulan, Hong Kong Dance Company brings the audience into a rich, immersive theatrical environment. Mulan was a legendary figure who disguised herself as a man to join the army in place of her aged father. Over time, she has been praised for […]
Inside a restaurant, men and women mingle, testing each other’s wit. There may be happy talk during the meal, but ominous undercurrents linger. When a man believes he has a winning hand, a woman smiles and flips the chessboard. Love stories do not apply here; being coy is a trap; behind a smile is a […]
Hong Kong's modern history is closely tied to the sea, and the culture of swimming among Hong Kong people can be traced back at least a hundred years. In the 1930s, Commander Huang Shaohong from the Guangxi clique visited Hong Kong and was deeply impressed by the thriving swimming culture here. Over a decade later, […]
Three-time winner of Chamber Music Ensemble of the Year at the French Victoires de la Musique Classique, Trio Wanderer will be making their much-anticipated Hong Kong début. Apart from the recital on 14 May, they will also join hands with Hong Kong Sinfonietta and Music Director Designate of Prague Symphony Orchestra Tomáš Netopil to present Beethoven’s […]
French May 2025 returns with an exceptional selection of ten French films, celebrating two key themes. The first, "Biopic Cineart," highlights significant figures of French culture. Charles Aznavour (Monsieur Aznavour), Niki de Saint Phalle (Niki), and Sarah Bernhardt (The divine Sarah Bernhardt) are celebrated through films featuring remarkable performances by Tahar Rahim, Charlotte Le Bon, […]
UBS is proud to be the Presenting Partner of Cirque du Soleil’s internationally acclaimed show, KOOZA, in Hong Kong. In partnership with entertainment producers Great Entertainment Group and Mast International, the Hong Kong leg of the legendary show will mark Cirque du Soleil’s first appearance in Hong Kong since 2018 and be the first stop of […]
Chantal Stoman will be in Hong Kong from 21 May to 21 June for a complete artistic journey, which includes her solo exhibition with La Galerie, two film projections, and a month-long artist residency for a film shooting project with Alliance Française. Nouvelle Vague 新浪潮 pays tribute to the French New Wave art film movement of […]
A sense of humour is the best remedy for hectic urban life. Things may not always work out the way you want, but at some point, there is still something “intriguing” and laughter-provoking if you can see the funny side. Comedy comics first appeared in Hong Kong in the early 20th century. By the 1950s, local […]
The 12th edition of Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 22 to 25 May 2025, featuring a diverse collection of contemporary artworks presented by more than 90 exhibitors. This year’s Affordable Art Fair Hong Kong will deliver a vibrant and immersive experience, inviting visitors to […]
Gagosian is pleased to announce an exhibition of new paintings by Cy Gavin in Hong Kong. Opening on May 22, 2025, it is his debut exhibition in Asia. Gavin interprets natural spaces phenomena with varied mark making that echoes the complexity of the forces that shape the landscape. Depictions of biological, geological, and cosmic structures […]
10 Chancery Lane Gallery is pleased to present Sea of Silver Sand, a solo exhibition by pioneering Chinese contemporary artist Huang Rui, on view from May 22 to July 5, 2025. This exhibition showcases Huang Rui’s latest works from his ongoing Sea of Silver Sand series, a deeply meditative body of paintings inspired by his long-standing fascination with Zen […]
otherthings by THE SHOPHOUSE is pleased to present the exhibition The Rule of Three, featuring new works by Karena Lam, Hilarie Hon, and Olivier Cong. Presenting a compelling investigation into the symbolic and structural significance of the number three in art, the exhibition explores how triadic principles—balance, harmony, and complexity—manifest across different artistic mediums. Each artist brings a distinct perspective, rooted in […]
Programme ELGAR ｜Enigma Variations ELGAR ｜Violin Concerto Immerse yourself in the majestic soundscapes of Edward Elgar as the HK Phil performs his beloved Enigma Variations and Violin Concerto. HK Phil Principal Guest Conductor Long Yu conducts the masterful and deeply personal Variations, each one a musical portrait of Elgar’s close friends and family. Acclaimed violinist […]
Zhang Guoyong is one of the most eminent conductors of orchestral music in China. Under his baton, the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra joined by violinist Lao Li, will perform Wang Ning’s Festivities, Zhao Jiping’s Violin Concerto No. 1, and Wang Danhong’s Symphonic poem Four Seasons in Lingering Garden.
Kiang Malingue is pleased to present at its Hong Kong space “borrnnn”, an exhibition of more than a dozen paintings by Chou Yu-Cheng created in 2025. The new series of paintings is directly affected by the birth of Chou Yu-Cheng’s first child with his wife, fellow artist Yang Chi-Chuan. The sheer joy inspired by the […]
Tai Kwun Contemporary is proud to present the work of pioneering conceptual artist On Kawara, in the first retrospective in the world conceived after his passing. On Kawara revolutionised how art can be constructed and experienced, building a lifelong artistic practice defined by a deeply human approach. Consisting of profound gestures that transform the mundane act of marking […]
Organised by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) and funded by the Film Development Fund, “Kowloon Walled City: A Cinematic Journey” movie set exhibition officially opens. Inspired by the award-winning film Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, the exhibition recreates key movie scenes at the original site of the story - the former […]
unspun Studio and SOOOP join forces to present Beyond the Screen, a night of experimental animation, interactive installations, and interdisciplinary dialogue, on Friday, 23 May 2025 (6:00 PM – 10:00 PM). Hosted at unspun’s studio at the iconic Shin Hing Steps in Central, the event merges experimental films, technology, and community impact, with partial proceeds supporting earthquake relief in […]
The Stallery is proud to present Artifice, a groundbreaking new exhibition by CHANG, opening on 24 May 2025. Coinciding with The Stallery’s 10th Anniversary in 2025, the series delves deep into the inherent conflicts within our modern existence, the passage of time, and the intersections between the natural and the artificial. At its core, Artifice […]
Rossi & Rossi is pleased to present Pressed Matter, the second solo exhibition of Thai artist Mit Jai Inn (b. 1960) with the gallery. Opening on 24 May, the presentation derives inspiration from the rich ambiguity of the word ‘press’ – in this case, the physical act of pushing pigment onto a surface as well as […]
On 26 May 2025, The French Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong will be organising the 9th edition of its signature event, The Luxury Symposium. Since its inception in 2016, the Luxury Symposium has established itself as a premier event, annually attracting over 500 high-level speakers and participants. This signature gathering is renowned for its […]
Louis XIV loved his Château deeply, but it was for his gardens that he felt the strongest passion. In 1689, the sovereign wrote, in his own hand, a guide entitled “Manière de montrer le jardin de Versailles”, and over the course of his reign, no fewer than seven revised versions of the book were published. If […]
David Zwirner is pleased to announce an exhibition of works by Robert Ryman (1930–2019) at the gallery’s Hong Kong location. Marking Ryman’s first solo presentation in Greater China, this exhibition will feature a range of works from the early 1960s through the 2000s, offering a concise survey of the materials, supports, painterly treatments, and ways […]
White Cube Hong Kong is pleased to present an exhibition of paintings by Salvatore Emblema (1929–2006), marking the first solo presentation in Asia of works by the Italian artist. Born in 1929 in Terzigno, Naples, Emblema, with his singular focus on the qualities of light, space and transparency, diverged from his contemporaries in Italy’s post-war […]
Leo Gallery Hong Kong is honoured to present “Fung, Lik-yan Kevin Retrospective Exhibition”, commemorating the journey and artistic legacy of the celebrated sculptor who passed away this March. The exhibition, running from 29 May to 16 June, traces Fung's expansive artistic profile from his iconic wood sculpture series Migratory Bird and Herd to other seminal works including Summation of Choices, Groping […]
Square Street Gallery is pleased to present "Skin in Limbo” by Emily Kueis, marking the artist’s debut solo exhibition with the gallery. At its centre are three new large-scale oil paintings. Shown alongside recent works on canvas and paper, they form a kind of metaphysical landscape shaped by a pictorial language that unfolds like a […]
The exhibition “The Realm of Vision” brings together the creative practices of artists Zhao Peizhi, Zhang Jian, and Yafeng Duan, who each explore the dual structure of perception and feedback through their unique artistic languages. This exploration not only pertains to the perception and representation of the external world but also points to the introspection […]
Programme TAN Dun ｜Tea: A Mirror of Soul (Opera in Concert) Tea: A Mirror of Soul, one of five operas by the world-renowned Chinese composer Tan Dun, premiered in Japan in 2002. Inspired by The Classic of Tea by tea master Lu Yu, the opera tells the love story of Seikyo, a Japanese prince, and […]
One of the most romantic ballets of all time, Giselle is a transcendent tale of love, betrayal and redemption. South African ballet artist Charla Genn and HKB Artistic Director Septime Webre breathe new life into this poignant story of a carefree peasant girl who unexpectedly falls in love with Albrecht, a flirtatious nobleman in disguise. […]
WestK is proud to present the Hong Kong premiere of Corps extrêmes, a gravity-defying work created by internationally acclaimed choreographer Rachid Ouramdane, at the Xiqu Centre’s Grand Theatre from 30 May to 1 June 2025. Ouramdane, Director at the Chaillot – Théâtre national de la Danse in Paris, France, is bringing together an ensemble of 10 air artists and celestial athletes, including acclaimed Italian highliner Luca Chiarva […]
M+ proudly announces the second edition of Asian Avant-Garde Film Festival, which will take place from 30 May to 1 June 2025. This vibrant three-day celebration will showcase the diverse moving image practices that have shaped Asia's artistic landscape over the past six decades. The festival will focus on the theme ‘Time Will Tell’, demonstrating the profound ways artists […]
gdm Hong Kong is pleased to present “Kongkee: Future Jātaka”, the artist’s debut exhibition at the gallery, featuring Kongkee’s new bodies of work, including LED animations, lenticular lightbox, neon installation, mixed-media paintings, and a collaborative work with artist Law Man Lok. Through a rich tapestry of mediums, Kongkee opens up a dialogue set in an imagined future […]
In addition to long being the world-renowned, iconic construction support material in Hong Kong, bamboo scaffolding has also recently been recognized as a local art form by the architecture sector as well as local residents and tourists. Given such a marvellous tribute, this year's SummerFest@Central Harbourfront is proud to present its regular program - BAMBOOSCAPE, […]
The West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK) joins hands with the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra (HKCO) to present a brand-new programme Chinese Tea and Music. Audiences will immerse themselves in the charm of traditional literati enjoying tea and music at the Tea House Theatre in the Xiqu Centre of WestK. The programme will take place on two […]
One of the most well-loved violin concertos of all time, Bruch's Violin Concerto in G minor is celebrated for its boundless exuberance, expressive lyricism and dramatic energy. This French May Arts Festival, French star violinist Alexandra Soumm will make her Hong Kong début playing this virtuosic classic with Hong Kong Sinfonietta, under the baton of […]
Eaton HK’s 2025 Pride Month programming will be themed "Reorient to the Future," a celebration of resilience and defiance amidst the global cultural shifts challenging marginalized communities. This year, Eaton HK will host a series of events across June and July, coinciding with LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Disability Pride Month, and World Refugee Day on June […]
Soprano Angel Blue makes her long-awaited Met role debut as the Ethiopian princess torn between love and country, one of opera’s defining roles. Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium for the premiere of Michael Mayer’s spectacular new staging, which brings audiences inside the towering pyramids and gilded tombs of ancient Egypt with intricate projections […]