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Art and Cultural Happenings Not To Miss In Hong Kong this April

By Culture Plus

15/04/25

Chinese Opera, guitar recital, piano concerto, photography and contemporary art exhibitions, VR experience, art walks… There will be something for all artistic tastes this April in Hong Kong. Discover our selection and enjoy your cultural journey!

EVENTS IN FOCUS

LEE MINGWEI: GUERNICA IN SAND
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With this large-scale installation and performance, Lee Mingwei recreates Pablo Picasso’s iconic masterpiece Guernica on a massive scale with sand, inspired by indigenous and religious traditions with sand painting. It runs parallel to the Special Exhibition Picasso for Asia—A Conversation.

Until 13 July – M+ – More details here

RISING STAR GUITARIST: RAPHAËL FEUILLÂTRE
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Hailed as the new face of classical guitar worldwide, Raphaël Feuillâtre fascinates audiences and critics alike with the depth of his interpretations and his dazzling virtuosity. For his Hong Kong debut, the French musician will be bringing music by Bach, Barrios, Piazzolla and more. A true delight for guitar lovers!

28 April at 7:30pm – Hong Kong City Hall – More details here

JOE FOTI: SOUVENIRS, NOVELTIES, PARTY TRICKS
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Attention, art aficionados, weirdness enthusiasts and connoisseurs of the gloriously bizarre! The exhibition highlights Joe Foti’s unique style and bold sense of humour. The juxtaposition of the everyday and the extraordinary creates a unique tension in his work, inviting viewers to perceive the familiar through a lens of wonder and mystery.

Until 26 April – JPS Gallery – More details here

COLLEEN LEE & HONG KONG SINFONIETTA: HEREAFTERS
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Commissioned by Hong Kong Sinfonietta and written for star pianist Colleen Lee by leading local composer Charles Kwong, this piano concerto embodies the existential exploration of humankind, while serving as a tribute to the legendary jazz pianist Keith Jarrett.

26 April at 8pm – Hong Kong City Hall – More details here

Art and Cultural Happenings Not To Miss In Hong Kong this April

MARE, Palani Mohan

HONG KONG POETRY
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The essence of Hong Kong is brought to life in this group exhibition featuring the evocative works of celebrated photographers Fan Ho, Palani Mohan, Thomas Gust and Romain Jacquet-Lagrèze. Through their lenses, these photographers have transformed Hong Kong into a visual symphony.

Until 27 April – Blue Lotus Gallery – More details here

ZHEJIANG XIAOBAIHUA YUE OPERA TROUPE 40TH ANNIVERSARY PERFORMANCES
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The celebratory performance showcases three exciting works embracing scholarly arts, comedy and romance: Su Shi, a new production about the life of the Song dynasty poet and scholar; the troupe’s festive signature production Birthday Celebration by Five Daughters; and The New Butterfly Lovers, an inventive retelling of a beloved romantic folktale.

25 April to 1 May – Xiqu Centre – More details here

TONIGHT WITH THE IMPRESSIONISTS, PARIS 1874 – AN IMMERSIVE EXHIBITION IN VIRTUAL REALITY
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The exhibition integrates unpublished research materials, 3D reconstruction and immersive VR technologies, providing a 42-minute long VR experience that brings visitors on a journey to explore the origins and influences of the Impressionist art movement.

Until 11 May – HKDI Gallery – More details here

ARTS IN THE CITY: FLOW WITH TAI PO
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Artists Ho Yuen-leung, Miki Ho Yin-yi, Wallace Yiu Chun-wa and Chan Ting explore the stories of Tai Po through different art forms. Pop-up artworks are displayed at Tai Po Arts Centre and Kwong Fuk Bridge. The initiative also include a series of art workshops, performances, eco-art guided tours, oral history tours and cycling tours.

Until 5 May – Various locations – More details here

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