Macau Lifestyle

Alter Ego Fourth Exhibition: Culture Clash
2018-07-08 - 2018-09-09 | TEMPORARY EXHIBITIONS GALLERY OF THE CIVIC AND MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS BUREAU, LEAL SENADO BUILDING, 163 AV. DE ALMEIDA RIBEIRO, MACAU, Macau
The fourth showcase of Alter Ego exhibition revolves around the contrast between miscommunication and the barriers that are created by different cultural backgrounds and experiences. From language and travel, the fourth step in this cycle explores the notions of cultural clash, miscommunication, and exploitation.
When: 9:00am—9:00pm, July 8—September 9
Where: Gallery of the Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau, Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro
For more information please call +853 8988 4000 or visit www.icm.gov.mo/en/events

Alter Ego Fifth Exhibition: Globalistation
2018-07-08 - 2018-09-09 | Taipa Houses – Museum, Taipa, Macau
The fifth exhibition by Guilherme Gafi (Brazil) and Wasted Rita (Portugal) broadens the spectrum of analysis, looking into the concept of interaction between people and larger entities and the interchanges that occur in an increasingly connected world. From the concept of interaction between people, we move on to larger entities. This step in the cycle seeks to explore how the process of globalisation is another type of interaction on a much larger scale: the exchange between countries in an increasingly connected world.
When: 10:00am—7:00pm, July 8—September 9 (closed on Mondays)
Where: Taipa Houses Museum, Avenida da Praia, Carmo Zone, Taipa, Macau
For more information please call +853 8988 4000 or +853 2882 7527 or visit www.icm.gov.mo/en/housesmuseum

Alter Ego - A Series of Six Exhibitions in Macau
2018-07-08 - 2018-09-09 | The Navy Yard No. 1, RUA DE S. TIAGO DA BARRA, MACAO, Macau, Macau
Part of the Annual Arts Exhibition between China and the Portuguese-speaking countries will be 27 artists that will unveil their new works in Macau. Curated by the Portuguese artist Alexandre Farto also known as Vhils and Pauline Foessel, the works will be shown across six individual exhibitions from July 8 to September 9, all inspired by the theme of ‘Alter Ego’. Where you can visually envision a striking journey resulting in aesthetically rich and moving results.
Each exhibition is an independent concept with its own unique character that includes the words and perspectives of the artist as they all form one symbiotic collection entwined by a common premise. The final part of the sequence curated by Francisco Vidal (Portugal & Angola) appropriately named Alter Ego, concludes the process with a thought-provoking incursion into the understanding that while we are all seemingly different, we are also all fundamentally the same.
When: 10:00am–7:00pm, July 8–September 9 (closed on Mondays)
Where: The Navy Yard No. 1, Rua de S. Tiago da Barra, Macau
How much: Free
For more information please call +853 8988 4000 or visit www.icm.gov.mo

In Love with Macao – Calligraphy and Paintings of Macao
2018-07-14 - 2018-08-04 | Macao Museum of Art, 237 Av. Xian Xing Hai, Macau, Macau
Being one of the earliest points for China’s exchanges with the West, Macau has always been a place where Chinese and Western cultures have clashed and blended, with Western trends and techniques influencing several art forms. However, the truly traditional arts of Chinese calligraphy, painting and seal carving have maintained their strong vitality all along – and this exhibition will put them in focus. The show will feature a total of 90 artworks by artists who lived in the city from the 1930s to the 21st century or somehow had ties with Macau. They include Shang Yanliu, Zheng Jin, Gao Jianfu, Li Xiangen, and Lin Jin, among others.
Due to the special geopolitics of Macau, many artists moved in to live or sojourned here to escape war and turmoil, and a few of them would go on to leave a distinct influence on modern Chinese calligraphy and painting. This is why calligraphy and painting art in Macau developed by leaps and bounds. This exhibition aims to raise the public’s awareness of native culture, and provide an understanding of the role and contributions of Macau in the wider context of Chinese painting and calligraphy.
When: 10:00am—7:00pm, Friday—Sunday (closed on Mondays), July 14—August 4
Where: Macao Museum of Art, Avenida Xian Xing Hai, Nape, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more details, contact +853 8791 9814, or visit their website, or email them

Hello! | the Way Back Home at Macao Cultural Centre
2018-07-19 - 2018-07-22 | Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau, Macau, Macau
A sweet stellar friendship, which portrays a visually charming adventure without words, staged through animated puppetry and music exploring a child’s imagination. The play is based on an award-illustrated book by Oliver Jeffers that tells the story of a little boy who one day flies a single propeller plane so far away that he finds himself stranded on the moon where he meets a Martian who is also stuck. Amidst plenty of physical funny situations, the two new friends started to help each other in finding their way back home.
When: July 19—22
Where: Small Auditorium, Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau
How much: MOP $180 per person
For more details and information please call +853 2840 0555 or visit their official website and Facebook page

Huaiyang Cuisine Shines at Galaxy Macau™
2018-07-23 - 2018-09-08 | Galaxy Macau, Galaxy Macau, Cotai, Macau, Macau, Macau
In collaboration with legendary Master Chef Ju Chang Long, Galaxy Macau’s culinary talents bring the refined art of Huaiyang cuisine to a few select venues at the mega resort. Your palate will be dazzled by an exceptional selection of distinctive dishes. Superb ingredients, rich flavors, artistic plating, and excellent knife work – these are the hallmark characteristics of China’s legendary Huaiyang cuisine which will only be available at Galaxy Macau for a short time.
Special Ingredients:
Blue Yabby
Yabbies are petite crustaceans, which are renowned for their tender meat, succulent flavor and vibrant blue color. Native to southeastern Australian but sourced from pristine freshwater fisheries in South Africa, each delicate yabby weighs approximately 300 grams. Whether they are fried in garlic, steamed with ginger, or simmered in spicy sauce, these exceptional yabbies promise to delight diners at Galaxy Macau this summer.
Baby Hairy Crab
While autumn is traditionally the most popular season for Hairy Crab, summer is the best time to dine on creamy, decadent Baby Hairy Crab. Also known as “June Yellow Crab,” these extraordinary crustaceans have completed their third shelling by early summer. This young breed of freshwater crab is celebrated by crab connoisseurs around the globe for its’ tender meat, creamy roe and luscious flavor.
Fish Maw
Made from fish air bladders, fish maw is one of the most celebrated traditional Chinese ingredients because of its high nutritional content and unique texture. Rich in protein and collagen, fish maw is favored for its ability to boost energy, promote blood circulation, and improve skin complexion. The chefs at Galaxy Macau have selected the finest fish maw for their Huaiyang dishes, ensuring that diners will leave their tables with a smile on their faces and a radiant glow in their cheeks!
When: July 23–September 8, 2018
Where: Festiva, Galaxy Macau, G/F, G007
How much:
Monday–Friday: Lunch buffet MOP $268 per person, Saturday–Sunday MOP $328 per person
Monday–Friday: Dinner buffet: MOP $488 per person, Saturday–Sunday: MOP $528 per person
Reservations: +853 8883 2221
Where: Lugang Café, Galaxy Macau, G/F, G128
How much: From MOP $98
Reservations: +853 8883 2221
Where: The Noodle Kitchen, Galaxy Macau, G/F, G084
Reservations: +853 8883 2221
How much: From MOP $88

Beginning Anew: Works by Vong Sek Kuan​
2018-08-01 - 2018-09-30 | 1844 Macau Photography Art Space, Rua do Infante, No. 17, Edf. Loi Fat, Lojas A e B, R/C, Macau, Macau
1844 Macau Photography Art Space presents this solo exhibition by local photographer Vong Sek Kuan, who has also been director of the St. Lazarus Church District’s Creative Industries Promotions Association.
The title of his photography exhibition is based on a quote from a Neo-Confucian scholar of the Northern Song Dynasty, Cheng Yi (Yichuan Xiansheng), who once said, “The principle of the world is operating perpetually and eternally because it begins from the end, and runs from the end to the beginning.” This is part of the inspiration for these eye-catching images on display in Macau until September.
When: 11:00pm—13:00pm, 14:00pm—18:00pm, Monday—Saturday, August 01—September 30
Where: 1844 Macau Photography Art Space, Rua do Infante, No. 17, Edf. Loi Fat, Lojas A e B, R/C, Macau
How much: Free
For more details, call +853 6311 1390, or email them, or visit their official page and Facebook page

Mgm Cotai Presents Innovative Works of Alter Ego Art Exhibition
2018-08-08 - 2018-09-09 | MGM Macau, 1101 Av. Dr. Sun Yat Sen, Taipa, Macau, Macau, Macau
Alter Ego is the 1st Annual Arts Exhibition between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries, and as the only integrated resort operator in Macau to participate in the festival, MGM is a key partner of the event. To show their commitment MGM Cotai is running an illusionary floor art piece by Portuguese artist Add Fuel, and a site-specific digital installation by Pedro Ferreira and Rita João.
Alter Ego is one of the highlights of the inaugural Arts Exhibition between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries. The Arts Exhibition displays representative artworks from Mainland China, Macau, Hong Kong, Portugal, Angola, Brazil and many other Portuguese-speaking countries, presenting the current tendencies of contemporary art in China and the Portuguese-speaking countries. The exhibition Alter Ego is an exploration of the seminal idea exercised through the expression of contemporary art, and delves deeply into the intricacies of the construction of the self in order to expose the true nature of its relationship with the other, as well as with the outside world in general.
During the exhibition, Stratum 03 by Portuguese artist Add Fuel and Digital Best Guess by Pedrita Studio (Pedro Ferreira and Rita João) will be shown at MGM Cotai’s Spectacle, immersing visitors in an imaginative world of art. Portuguese visual artist and illustrator Add Fuel re-interprets the language of traditional tile design and creates the Stratum 03 floor art piece, leading visitors to question the reality of what is present in their immediate physical surroundings through the use of color gradient. Meanwhile, the Digital Best Guess by the Pedrita Studio is shown on the world’s largest area of permanent indoor LED screens at the Spectacle. In this digital installation, the portraits are produced with trims of reclaimed industrial Portuguese tiles from the 60’s to the 90’s, and will be alternated with a patchwork of tiles that today are extremely rare, but that are easily recognizable as part of many places familiar to Portuguese people.
When: August 1–September 24
Where: Avenida Da Nave Desportiva, Cotai
How much: Free
For more information please call +853 8802 8888 or visit their website

Feast of Hungry Ghosts 2018
2018-08-11 - 2018-09-09
This festival is all about appeasing, honoring and respecting the ghosts. It takes place over the course of the month, the seventh lunar month, which runs from August 11–September 9, with the key date being on August 25. During this Ghost Month, they say the gates of hell stay open until the festival comes to a close after 30 days. During this time you will see people burning incense, ‘hell money’, and other offerings as gifts and food to appease the restless spirits freed from the underworld.
When: August 11–September 9 (main day on August 25)
How much: Free
For more information please visit en.macaotourism.gov.mo/events

World Animation Festival in Summer
2018-08-11 - 2018-08-26 | Cinematheque-Passion, 13 TRAVESSA DA PAIXÃO, MACAO, Macau, Macau
This festival will bring 14 outstanding animations to Macau, each featuring a different topic and style. There is also a two-hour family animation workshop where children and parents will be able to learn how to make a simple animation. Many of the 14 animation films were nominated for, or have won, important awards at various major film festivals.
There are four different categories of the World Animation Festival, including the Bright Series, Dark Series, China’s Hit Series and a Director-in Focus section focusing on the late movie master Satoshi Kon (1963-2010), whose four best animation films will be screened. Other key films include Oscar-nominated The Breadwinner (about an 11-year-old girl who has to take care of her family and learn to be independent after her father’s arrest). There is also Isle of Dogs, a new hit film from Wes Anderson, which is unique both in terms of storytelling and animation. Another interesting work of animation is Night Is Short, Walk On Girl, about a young girl on a one night journey in Tokyo, as she encounters lots of drunken people and mysterious events. There is also Anomalisa, an Oscar-nominated film by Charlie Kaufman, and Liu Jian’s ridiculous and unpredictable Have A Nice Day as part of China’s Hit Series.
When: Various screening times, August 11—August 26. Kids Cantonese Animation Workshop: Saturday, August 4, 3:00pm—5:00pm. Youth Cantonese Animation Workshop: Sunday, August 5, 3:00pm—5:00pm.
Where: Cinematheque-Passion, Travessa da Paixão no. 11 – 13, Macau
How much: Animation Screenings: MOP $60. Workshops: MOP $200.
For more details and information please call +853 2852 2585 or email them, or visit their website or Facebook page

Indulge in Unusual Cocktails by Hendrick's Gin Global Brand Ambassador - Ally Martin
2018-08-22 21:00 - 23:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | The Ritz-Carlton Macau, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baía da Nossa Senhora da Esperança s/n, Cotai, Macau, Macau
Hendrick’s Gin is one of the more idiosyncratic drinks on the market – as well as traditional juniper, Hendrick’s uses curious infusions of Bulgarian rose and cucumber to add flavor. For one night only, on August 22, this premium gin will be taking the stage at Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge, and they will be flying in a global brand ambassador especially for the event.
The representative is none other than Mr. Ally Martin, an inspirational globe-trotting envoy, who travels the world as an evangelist and an educator with a deep love for and understanding of Hendrick’s. During the exclusive event at Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge, he will be raising a glass and sharing knowledge and inspiration about the brand – this is one event gin lovers won’t want to miss!

Some of his special cocktails that will be served during the evening Gin O’Clock include 40 Winks, Allotment Aperitif, Terrington’s Flowing Bowl, Southside Rickey and more.
When: 9:00pm–11:00pm, Wednesday, August 22, 2018
Where: Ritz Carlton Bar & Lounge, Galaxy Macau, Estrada Da Baia De Nossa Senhora Da Esperanca, Cotai
How much: Cocktail price starts from MOP $108; MOP $298 flight of three cocktails; all prices are subject to 10% service charge and 5% government tax
For more details, contact +853 8886 6868 or rc.mfmmr.fnb.res@ritzcarlton.com or visit Ritz-Carlton, Macau, website and the official Facebook Event page
Discover more about Hendrick’s Gin at www.hendricksgin.com
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The Macau International Mime Festival 2018
2018-08-23 - 2018-08-26 | Old Court Building, 舊法院大樓 (Old Court Building), 459 Av. da Praia Grande, Macau, Macau, Macau
Mime as a genre has broadened out and evolved into performances that are not primarily based on, and thus restricted by, scripts and languages. Often aided with rich visual-audio effects, stories can be told with poetic dance, romantic puppetry, acrobatic physical movements, and more.
The Macau International Mime Festival 2018 aims to bring innovative and outstanding global mime pieces to Macau. In this inaugural festival organized by C.A.N.U. Theatre, there are artists from Brazil, France, England, Japan, and Macau. There will be four distinct performances, featuring clowns, marionettes, pantomime, and magic!
When: August 23–August 26, 2018
Where: Old Court Building 459 Av. Da Praia Grande, Macau
How much: MOP $120 per ticket. 20% discount for simultaneous purchases of two different shows. 30% discount for simultaneous purchases of all four shows.
For bookings call +852 2855 5555 or visit www.macauticket.com; for more information visit Mime Macau or email them

Post-Ox Warehouse Experimental Site
2018-08-23 - 2018-10-07 | Ox Warehouse, 87-97 Av. do Cel. Mesquita, Santo Antonio, Macau, Macau, Macau
The Macau art organization, Ox Warehouse, relocated and is celebrating the move with a public exhibition running until October 7! Called Post-Ox Warehouse Experimental Site, it will showcase works from dozens of artists from China and Macau. The local association is now situated in Rua do Volong, in St. Lazarus Quarter, one of Macau’s most colorful and creative neighborhoods.
This exhibition features works from 20 artists, including Wong Iek (Macau), Zhu Xi (Shanghai), Noah Ng Fong Chao (Macau), Bianca Lei Sio Chong (Macau), Zhou Qing Shan (Guangzhou), Lin Zou Xiong (Hangzhou), Bonnie Leong Mou Cheng (Macau), Man Yu (Guangzhou) and Cai Guo Jie (Macau). Take some time to visit this venue and enjoy the more cultural side of our city.
When: August 23–October 7, 2018
Where: Ox Warehouse, GF, 1F & 2F Gallery, 15 Rua do Volong, Macau
How much: Free admission
For artists’ biographies and more information, visit the event’s Facebook page

After Hours - Late Night Fantastic Film Festival
2018-08-31 - 2018-09-22 | Cinematheque-Passion, 13 TRAVESSA DA PAIXÃO, MACAO, Macau, Macau
This unique festival will bring eight special films to Macau which have probably never been seen on the big screen in the city. To make things more interesting, they will be screened at midnight every Friday and Saturday between August 31 and September 22. Each of the eight films is from a different part of the world and each is a cult success in its own right, with some being successful, some being comedic and some being thoughtful.
The opening movie is one of most talked about the horror films of the year, Hereditary. For those who like a bit of blood and gore, they should check out French director Julia Ducournau’s, Raw. The Wild Boys, meanwhile, is a stylish, unusual take on cross-dressing, being a survival story as well. There is also a shock comedy, Female Trouble, from John Waters. Miami Connection is an action-cult film directed by taekwondo master Y. K. Kim. Another cult piece not to be missed is A Tale of Sorrow and Sadness – an erotic film about a female golfer directed by Seijun Suzuki. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Coen brothers’ comedy The Big Lebowski, and this is also one of the festival’s highlights. Finally, The Holy Mountain, directed by cult pioneer Alejandro Jodorowsky, is another cult classic to catch on the big screen.
When: 12:00am, every Friday and Saturday, August 31—September 22
Where: Cinematheque-Passion, Travessa da Paixão no. 11 – 13, Macau
How much: MOP $60 (full-time students and senior citizens age 65 or above can enjoy 50% discount; purchasing 10 regular tickets or more can also enjoy 20% discount)
For more details and information please call +853 2852 2585 or email them, or visit their website or Facebook page

Macao Orchestra Season Opening Concert - Sergei Rachmaninoff and Rimsky-Korsakov
2018-09-01 20:00 - 21:30 | Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau, Macau, Macau
For the opening concert of the new 2018/2019 season, Macao Orchestra has partnered with the well-known international pianist Barry Douglas, to present a Russian-style musical feast for audiences. The new season also marks the 35th anniversary of the Macao Orchestra. The Russia symphonies during the Romantic period are famous for their descriptive style and expression of soul-stirring feelings. Audiences are invited to tour the magical world of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade and witness the dialogue across time and space between two great piano masters in Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 1. The programme includes Rachmaninoff (Piano Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp minor, Op. 1) and Rimsky-Korsakov (Scheherazade, Op. 35). They will be conducted by Lu Jia with piano by Barry Douglas and will last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, including one interval.
When: 8:00pm, Saturday, September 01, 2018
Where: Macao Cultural Centre Grand Auditorium, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE
How much: MOP $400, MOP $350, MOP $250, MOP $150
For more details and information please call +853 2853 0782 or email ocm@icm.gov.mo or visit www.cotaiticketing.com and www.macauticket.com

Slender Grace: a Photo Exhibition
2018-09-02 - 2018-10-09
Slender Grace: a Photo Exhibition is part of the Arts Empowering Lab’s Women Art Series. One of the contributing young female artists invited to take part in the exhibition is Kate Ngan Wa Ao. She was born in Macau, and is now studying photography in Poland. Her work tries to redefine mainstream gender values, namely by showing the feminine side of male subjects. The other participating local artist, Summer Ieong Kun Ieng, looks at sexuality and sensuality from a woman’s perspective.
When: September 2–October 9, 2018
Opening hours: 12:00pm–7:00pm; closed on Wednesdays
Where: At Light Arts Empowering Lab, 1 G/F Pátio do Padre Narciso, Macau
How much: Free admission
Learn more on event’s Facebook page

The Heart and ‘Seoul’ of Korean Cuisine Dinner Buffet
2018-09-03 - 2018-09-30 | JW Marriott Hotel Macau, Galaxy Macau™, Estrada da Baía da Nossa Senhora da Esperança, s/n, COTAI, Macau China, Macau, Macau
Food lovers in Macau will have the chance to experience the authentic modern and traditional Korean cuisine at the latest themed buffet dinner at Urban Kitchen, JW Marriott Hotel Macau’s signature buffet restaurant. The restaurant is widely celebrated for its bold, distinctive flavors, and for this dining event two certified masters of Korean cuisine have come together to create something extra special. They are Head Chef Park Hong-Hee and Sous Chef Choi Dae-Hwan from JW Marriott Hotel Seoul at Dongdaemun Square.
Chef Park Hong-Hee is respected for his elegant Korean dishes. He’s the resident Head Chef at BLT Steak, South Korea’s finest steakhouse, at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul at Dongdaedum Square. Chef Choi Dae-Hwan, who complements this mastership of Korean culinary delights with 19 years’ experience in restaurants, has also played an important role in promoting traditional Korean delicacies to other countries, such as Thailand and Singapore, to name a few.
Diners can expect a selection of hot and authentic K-flavors and beloved dishes. There will be a rotating selection of sumptuous Korean dishes and rare specialties. Guests are invited to tickle their taste buds with spicy rice cake, a favorite at Korean markets; fresh kimchi, a Korean staple made from fermented cabbage and chili; and additively flavorsome crispy fried chicken. Indulge in the sizzling Korean rice bowl bibimbap; or try a creamy, hearty abalone porridge featuring seafood harvested from Korea and more.
When: 6:00pm—10:30pm, September 3—September 30
Where: Urban Kitchen, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, Galaxy Macau™, Estrada da Baía da Nossa Senhora da Esperança, s/n, Cotai, Macau China
How much:
Monday—Friday: Adult, MOP $528 / Child, MOP $259 (3-11 years)
Saturday—Sunday: Adult, MOP $598 / Child, MOP $289 (3-11 years)
For more information, please call +853 8886 6228

Centrestage 2018
2018-09-05 - 2018-09-08 | Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Asia’s premier fashion event, Centrestage is back in September. As Hong Kong Trade Development Council’s (HKTDC) signature international fashion fair, it gets better with more attendees every year. This year the event will feature more than 200 international brands over multiple catwalks, engaging fashion forums with industry professionals, insightful talks by esteemed guests, and more.
With a mission to promote Hong Kong’s young designers, online fashion hub Fashionally will also have presentation shows at Centrestage, featuring their spring/summer 2019 (SS19) collections from 13 local designer labels. Fashionally has also invited winners of the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest 2017 to display their latest works at the fair.
When: September 5—8
Where: The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
How much: Free for trade buyers and registrants
For more details and information please call +852 1830 668, register here or visit their website

Beyond the Scenery Exhibition: MAM Displays Wu Li's Art
2018-09-07 - 2018-11-11 | Macao Museum of Art, 237 Av. Xian Xing Hai, Macau, Macau
Beyond the Scenery: Exhibition Commemorating the 300th Anniversary of the Passing of Wu Li, is this artist’s first large-scale solo exhibition. It will be opened to the public until November 11. Jointly organised by the Macao Museum of Art (MAM), the Palace Museum, the Shanghai Museum, the Macao Foundation, the Macao Government Tourism Office and the Macao Daily News, with the support of the Hong Kong Museum of Art and Residência da Companhia de Jesus, the exhibition can be visited on the 4th floor of the Macao Museum of Art.
It features a total of 84 pieces (sets) of calligraphy and paintings by the renowned painter of Qing Dynasty, Wu Li. This is the first large-sale solo exhibition of Wu Li. Nearly half of the exhibits are presented to the public for the first time, showcasing Wu’s art and his brush and ink in a more comprehensive way. On the occasion of the 300th anniversary of the death of Wu Li this year, the exhibition offers the public and visitors the highest level of paintings of the Qing Dynasty to experience the splendor and charm of Chinese culture.
Wu Li (1632-1718), was born in Changshu, Jiangshu province. During the Kangxi period, Wu Li came to Macao with Philippus Couplet, a Belgian Jesuit, and resided at St. Paul’s College where he studied Latin and Christian theology before returning to Jiangsu. In 1682, he joined the Society of Jesus and became a Jesuits friar in Hangzhou. Wu Li was highly literate, capable of poetry and prose as well as good at musical instruments and arts. His works collected all the good qualities of different masters and were based on the theme of nature, especially famous for his landscape paintings. He was one of the “Six Masters of Qing”, together with Wang Shimin, Wang Jian, Wang Yuanqi, Wang Hui and Yun Shouping, having a profound influence on the history of Chinese art and the development of Chinese Catholicism.
When: September 8–November 11, 2018
Where: The Macao Museum of Art, Avenida Xian Xing Hai, NAPE
How much: Free admission
For inquiries, please call +853 8791 9814 during office hours.

Wine & Music – Back to the 80s
2018-09-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Sofitel Macau At Ponte 16, 201 R. do Visc. Paco de Arcos, Macau, Macau
This event promises to recreate all the magic, charm and campiness of the 80s. Get on your best shoulder-padded suit or pull out that glitzy sparkly dress and get ready to relive the disco ball era. They will be serving classic snacks from that era too, with classic tracks and wine to match as well. It looks like Wine & Music – Back to the 80s’ of Sofitel Macau will be a lot of fun that you shouldn’t miss out on.

There will be a trivia contest to test your knowledge from the era and there are some lucrative prizes up for grabs. There is also a ‘Best Costume’ award and a fantastic selection of classic party food, such as Sloppy Joes, Hot Dogs, Blackened Cajun Seafood Rolls, Churros with Caramel Sauce, and more. Since it is also about wine, they will be serving a fine selection of Australian wines from the renowned De Bortoli Wines with top choices being the refreshing and citrus and floral flavored sparkling wine, the fruity and oaky Chardonnay, the berry flavored and oaky Cabernet Sauvignon – Shiraz, and the fruity and vanilla oak flavored Shiraz with a touch a spicy and chocolate aroma. Get your dancing shoes ready and come down to do the wild thing!
When: 7:00pm—10:00pm, Friday, September 7
Where: Rendez Vous Lobby Bar, Sofitel Macau at Ponte 16, Rua das Lorchas e Rua do Visconde Paço de Arcos, Macau
How much: MOP $198 per person (plus tax and service charge)
For more information, please call +853 8861 7213 or visit their Facebook event page

Taste of Persia with Chef Mansour Memarian
2018-09-20 - 2018-09-23 | Vida Rica Restaurant, Mandarin Oriental Macau, Avenida Dr Sun Yat Sen Nape, Macau, Macau, Macau
Experience authentic Persian cuisine curated by Michelin-starred chef Mansour Memarian from Enigma, Palazzo Versace Dubai, one of the Leading five-Star hotels in the emirate. He will be hosting a special dinner at Vida Rica Restaurant for a few days only, during which he will take diners on a journey to discover Persian gastronomy. Lucky guests will be graced with his unique and authentic take on Persian cuisine. With more than two decades of experience and culinary skills inspired by his Iranian origins, Chef Mansour marries culinary arts and innovation together while showcasing a menu which will leave guests wanting more.
When: 7:00pm—11:00pm, September 20—September 23
Where: Vida Rica Restaurant, No. 945, Avenida Dr Sun Yat Sen, Macau, Macao, China
How much: MOP $988 per person (bookings made before September 10 are MOP $888 per person)
For more information, please call +853 8805 8918 or email them

Haojiang Moonlight Night: Dragon Boat Racing
2018-09-20 - 2018-09-21 | The Venetian Theater, Venetian Macau, ESTRADA DA BAIA DE NOSSA SENHORA DA ESPERANCA, Macau, Macau
The Venetian Theatre will host, for two nights, Haojiang Moonlight Night – Dragon Boat Racing, a drama dance performed by the Guangdong Song and Dance Ensemble.
The large-scale original dance drama “Shawan Past” is based on the Shawan Ancient Town in the 1930s. It is based on the creation of many Cantonese musicians such as “He Shi Sanjie” and the main content of the classic song “Sailong Jinjin”, using the elements of contemporary dance art to interpret the development of legendary stories, and interpret the profound connotations of classical music with cleverly designed and beautiful dances.

The novel narrative method, touching stories and profound meanings make the audience feel the beauty and excitement of Guangdong music temperament. “Shawan Past” is a dance drama with both national temperament and modern temperament. It combines the expressive power of Chinese dance and modern dance. It tells the story of music with the body, tells the story of life with music, and lives with life. Expressing history and reality, such a dance language is a silent poem and a visible feeling. The dance drama “Shawan Past” has been in more than 20 cities including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Beijing, Tianjin, Hangzhou, Nanchang, Nanning, Haikou, Urumqi, Hong Kong and New York.
When: 8:00pm, Thursday and Friday, September 20 and September 21
Where: Venetian Theatre, The Venetian, Estrada da Baía de Nossa Senhora da Esperança, Cotai
How much: Prices range between MOP $100 and MOP $200. A 50% discount is available for holders of a full-time student card, Macao Teacher Card, Senior Citizens Card holders and Disability Assessment Registration card holders. However each ticket per person and the respective document must be show at the entrance. Tickets can be purchased at Kong Seng Ticketing Service
For more information, call +853 8394 3709, +853 8394 3705 or check the event’s website.

35th Asian International Stamp Exhibition
2018-09-21 - 2018-09-24 | The Venetian Macao, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Macau, Macau
The Asian International Stamp Exhibition was first held in 1977 and is coming to Macau for the first time. It will also be the city’s first international philatelic event, and will attract stamp collectors and investors from around the world. The programme includes seminarson stamp collecting, with discussions on stamps from countries like Liechtenstein and the Netherlands. There will be several lucky draws and autograph sessions with stamp designers.
When:
10:00am–7:00pm, Friday, September 21 and Saturday, September 22
10:00am–6:00pm, Sunday, September 23
10:00am–4:00pm, Monday, September 24
Where: Venetian Macao, Cotai Expo, Hall A, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Taipa
How much: Free
For more information visit their website, call +853 2871 8063, or email them

Japanese Culture and Music Festival
2018-09-22 - 2018-09-23 | Taipa Village, Rua do Cunha, Taipa, Macau
The Japanese Culture and Music festival is back! The music festival debuted in Macau in 2005, with the last show held in 2009. Many emerging Japanese musicians and band members visited Macau for the music and cultural exchange during the consecutive five year period. Now it’s back and bigger than ever. As well as music this year there will be a Gourmet Showcase, featuring eight booths to promote Japanese food, with Japanese desserts, packaged products, coffee, tea and other beverages on show. Aside from this, special offers and coupons will be provided by the merchants to encourage the general public to visit their shops.
The main highlight of the festival though is, of course, the band shows and cultural performances. During the weekend, Japanese and local bands will perform and create a festive vibe. Other Japanese cultural performances will also be presented to demonstrate Japanese cultural traditions. The lineup includes two full bands, a duo band, a solo folk band and bands from Macau. There will be cultural events such as Japanese cosplay characters, yukata (kimono) fitting, a shrine wish wall, Japanese calligraphy, a handcraft zone, and more.
When: 12:00pm—7:00pm, Saturday and Sunday, September 22 and September 23
Where: Feira do Carmo, Taipa Village, Rua Do Cunha, Taipa
How much: Free admission
For more details and information please call +853 2857 6212; email them or visit www.taipavillagemacau.org.mo

Book-Hop: Showcasing Mock-ups at Casa Garden
2018-09-25 - 2018-10-19 | Casa Garden, 13 Praça de Luís de Camões, Macau, Macau
The project will display “Artist’s Books” editions of authors who have created books to showcase their work, be they mock-ups for edits or just as work itself. In addition to photography, sketchbooks are included if the technique is drawing, painting or BD. Artists from Portugal like Jorge Molder, Vasco Araújo, Daniel Blaufuks among others and local artists like Carlos Marreiros, Konstantin Bessmertny, João Miguel Barros will be exhibiting their “Artist book”. There will be tables and exhibitors with books and works where the public will be able to appreciate the path of the artist from the simple outline of the work, to the writings that help to construct the idea until the complete work.
When: September 25–October 19, 2018
Exhibition opening: 6:30pm, Tuesday, September 25th
Where: Casa Garden, 13 Praça de Luís de Camões
How much: Free admission
For more details and information please call +853 2855 4691 and +853 2855 4699, email fom@macau.ctm.net or visit the event’s Facebook page

0 - Works by Wong Weng Io
2018-09-26 - 2018-10-08 | AFA Gallery, Art Garden, Avenida Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues N. 265, Macau, Macau, Macau
Local artist Wong Weng Io (Yoyo) is having her works showcased in Art Garden until next October. After finishing a Bachelor of Art at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (Australia), Yoyo is now back in Macau. Her works question the relationship and mutual impact in-between human existence, information, technology, personal data, artificial intelligence and robotics. The exhibition mixes photography, acrylic and some other interesting materials. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend this exhibition, which takes place in AFA Macau’s headquarters.
When: September 26–October 8, 2018
Where: AFA Macau, Exhibition Hall, 265 Avenida Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues, Macau
How much: Free admission
For enquiries, please call +853 2836 6064 during office hours or send an email to info@afamacau.com. For more information, please visit www.afamacau.com

Seeing the Invisible - Works by Sylviye Lei
2018-09-26 - 2018-10-22 | AFA Gallery, Art Garden, Avenida Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues N. 265, Macau, Macau, Macau
In his next exhibition, “Seeing the Invisible”, local artist Sylviye Lei will showcase 13 oil paintings. Light has been a recurring theme in his painting research. His work possesses its own dimension, independent from one to another. While looking at the paints, applied layer by layer, and its subtle changes, gradually expanding towards the whole canvas, one can easily picture how the complicated formulas are worked out by the artist, or how he has repeatedly painted like a pilgrim.
When: September 26–October 22, 2018
Where: AFA Macau, Art Garden, 265 Avenida Dr. Rodrigo Rodrigues, Macau
How much: Free admission
For enquiries, please call +853 2836 6064 during office hours or email to info@afamacau.com. For more information, please visit www.afamacau.com.

32nd Macao International Music Festival
2018-09-28 - 2018-10-28 | Macao Cultural Centre, Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, NAPE, Macau, Macau, Macau
This year the 32nd Macao International Music Festival (MIMF) features 16 programmes in a total of 22 excellent performances. The theme of this year’s Festival is “Enjoy – The Moment in music”, which is about seizing the moment and feeling the joy and fulfillment music provides.
The opening performance is an opera in two acts L’Elisir d’Amore by Gaetano Donizetti, and it allows audiences to witness the magical power of love amidst magnificent music. Other highlights include the Staatskapelle Dresden, with a history of over 400 years, conducted by Christian Thielemann, which delivers the entire cycle of Schumann’s symphonies in the closing concerts. Also, the Macao Orchestra and the Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra jointly present Anton Bruckner’s magnum opus – the Symphony No. 8 in C Minor. Hoi Lei Lei and Raymond Vong will also showcase their talent in the concert Bravo Macao! and there are plenty more top musicians and orchestras from different parts of the world who will take the stage during the MIMF this autumn.
When: September 28–October 28, 2018
Where: Various venues, including Macao Cultural Centre, Dom Pedro V Theatre, Mandarin’s House, Rui Cunha Foundation Gallery, and The Navy Yard
How much: Various prices. For every ticket purchase equal to or over MOP $1,000, purchasers will receive a “buy 1 get 1 free” voucher for Cotai Water Jet ferry tickets. For every ticket purchase equal to or over MOP $500, purchasers will receive one 30% F&B coupon which can be redeemed when dining at selected restaurants in Sands Resorts Macao.
For more information or for ticket purchases, call +853 8399 6699 or their 24-hour ticket hotline +853 2855 5555; or visit the festival’s website or their Facebook page; or ticketing website

Keith Haring Maze Macao
2018-09-28 - 2018-12-31 | The Venetian Macao, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Macau, Macau
Come along to visit Keith Haring’s first Macau exhibition and the first Keith Haring themed art maze in the world. The artist’s work is legendary and this unique pop-art experience will feature interactive games, sculptures, and special edition Macau event souvenirs as well! It will take place from 28 September 2018 until 31 December 2018 at The Venetian Macao. Get (literally) lost in this exhibition and experience the works of a true pop-art creator. The unique pop-art experience will feature interactive games, sculptural renditions of Keith Haring artworks and special edition Macau event souvenirs.
The idea of the maze was conceived by local Macau-based designers, working along with Artestar, a New York-based licensing agency representing The Keith Haring Studio and many other prominent artists. As the first Keith Haring themed maze in the world, the event aims to showcase a selection of images which represent Haring’s vitality and determination in encouraging people to be positive and live in the moment. Keith Haring’s artwork and his legendary life are a great inspiration against negative energy worldwide.
When: 1:00pm–9:00pm, September 28–December 31, 2018
Where: Cotai Expo Hall F, The Venetian Macao, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Taipa
How much: MOP $150 per person and can be bought online.
For more information, visit the event’s website.

Collective Exhibition of Macao Visual Arts 2018
2018-09-28 - 2018-11-18 | Tap Seac Gallery, Avenida do Conselheiro Ferreira de Almeida, 95, Macau, Macau, Macau
Organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, the Collective Exhibition of Macao Visual Arts 2018 showcases the works of winning artists, who were awarded in the inauguration ceremony. The exhibition is an iconic cultural event in the local visual arts sector and a platform for Macau artists to showcase their talent and creativity. A total of 291 works from 182 participants were submitted since the open call last June. The artworks feature innovative themes and a wide variety of media, ranging from paintings, photography to cross-media creations, showing the diversity of the local art scene.
80 artworks have been rigorously selected by a jury composed by 5 experienced art professionals. The work The Fourth of the Wall Series, by Lam Un Mei, won the Grand Prize of the Jury Award and the Young Artist Award. 10 artworks were selected to receive the Excellent Artwork Award, namely The Fourth of the Wall Series by Lam Un Mei; The Miniature of the City by Vong Vitorino; Leading by Lei Ka Ieng; Boat I, Boat II by Leong Wai Lap; Mixed Feelings – Sense of Distance, Sense of Flow by Chan Ka Ian; Robotic Bugs Fantasy Series by Ho Wai Leng; City of Dreams by Sam Kin Hang; Hover by Route Arts Macau; Local News J1 by Leong Fei In; and Images Collection Plan (90 Pieces of Junk) by Wong Weng Io. In addition, 10 artworks integrate the Special Artwork Selection, namely Imitation by Ieong Mei Cheng; Comet by Ieng Tan Wai; What is being waited? by Sit Ka Kit; Self-healing by Choi Iong Iong; Handa Plan by Cai Guo Jie; Cloud II by Tong Chong; Macao Series by Lam Un Ieng; Hidden Scenery IV, Hidden Scenery VII by Tam Kun Fong; 1460 Days of Waiting by Chiang Wai Lan; and Rest by Leong Chi Ian.
When: September 28–November 18, 2018
Where: Tap Seac Gallery Cultural Affairs Bureau, Praça do Tap Seac, Macau | ICM’s Temporary Exhibition Gallery, 163 Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro (opened daily from 10:00am–9:00pm, including public holidays.)
How much: Free admission
For more details, visit the event’s official page.
