The month of October continues to offer a plethora of arts and cultural events in Hong Kong.
We have selected eight major cultural events not to be missed, spanning from charity and contemporary art exhibitions, as well archaeological treasures from Sichuan, to Bollywood and ballet dances, and music fairy tales for children.
SELECTION OF EVENTS
MARIA HASSABI: I’LL BE YOUR MIRROR
This is the first solo presentation in Asia by the visual artist and choreographer Maria Hassabi who has, for the past two decades, pioneered a distinctive artistic practice based on the relationship between the live body, the still image, and the sculptural object.
Until 26 November – Tai Kwun
MUSICAL FAIRY TALES: CINDERCELLA
What if Cinderella was a cello? Watch the world premiere of Cindercella, a musical version of the timeless fairy tale, co-written by world renowned cellist Steven Isserlis and Oscar-winning composer Anne Dudley. Other musical fairy tales include Rumpelstiltskin and selections from Evelyn Chang’s Fantasies for Children.
22 October – 2:30 pm and 4:30 pm – Hong Kong City Hall
Jacky Tsai
ASIA ART ARCHIVE ANNUAL FUNDRAISER 2023
The exhibition features an auction of over 55 works, generously donated by artists, galleries, and individuals, to provide a vital source of funding to support free public access to the resources on the histories of contemporary art in Asia.
25 – 27 October – Christie’s Hong Kong Galleries
Liu Cheng Mui
HER STORIES UNVEILED: ART CHARITY EXHIBITION
Touch Gallery collaborates with The Women’s Foundation in Hong Kong to bring together art and charity sectors and raise awareness among about women’s welfare initiatives. The exhibition primarily showcases the works of three female artists, Marian Ang, Kwan Yung Yee and Jessie Siu.
Until 4 November – Touch Gallery, Tai Kwun
BEYOND BOLLYWOOD: AWAKE INDIAN DANCE FESTIVAL
BEYOND Bollywood aims to build a stronger presence for Indian dance in the city through artistic and cross-cultural exchange between international and local dance artists, showcasing and promoting contemporary choreography as well as deepening the appreciation of Indian dance and its cultural heritage in Hong Kong.
27 – 29 October – Eaton Hong Kong
Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel, this spirited production bursts with stylish dancing, shocking scandals and steamy jazz music performed live. As jealousy and tragedy ensue, the show reflects on the clash between ‘old money’ and ‘new money’, the disintegration of social values and the pursuit of luxury and pleasure.
27 October – 5 November – Hong Kong Cultural Centre
GAZING AT SANXINGDUI: NEW ARCHAEOLOGICAL DISCOVERIES IN SICHUAN
Showcasing 120 artefacts with 23 grade-one national treasures, many of them are displayed outside Sichuan for the first time, the exhibition highlights new archaeological discoveries at Sanxingdui in Sichuan province, featuring 120 bronze, jade, gold, and pottery objects dating to 2,600–4,500 years ago.
Until 8 January 2024 – Hong Kong Palace Museum
REBECCA BERNAU, SACHIKO KAMIKI AND WU SHUANG: OUT OF MY COCOON
The group exhibition features the works of three acclaimed artists, Rebecca Bernau, Sachiko Kamiki, and Wu Shuang. While each artist possesses a unique artistic voice, they share a deep commitment to exploring the depths of human emotion, the intricate beauty of nature, and our intrinsic connection to the world around us.
Until 21 October – Whitestone Gallery, H’ Queens
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