May marks the spring season and Macau is teeming with wonderful events and activities for family, friends, and tourists. From the exciting Macao Arts Festival to Le French May festivities, it’s bound to be a memorable month in the city.
LE FRENCH MAY: A GOLDEN WAY OF LIFE – TRÈS’ORS
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Très’Ors is an exhibition especially tailored for Le French May by French curator Anne Camilli founder of Le Musée à la Carte, and co-organized with its exclusive sponsor, MGM, to help the public in Hong Kong and Macau discover how the perfection and richness of Gold have inspired and fascinated French artists and craftsmen through time. The exhibition will present a unique selection of creations and artefacts, with over 150 works brought together for the first time ever.
When: 21 April – 3 September, 2017
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 12pm – 9pm
Closed on Mondays (except public holidays)
Where: MGM Art Space, Macau
How much: Free admission
For more information, visit www.frenchmay.com
The 28th Macao Arts Festival (MAF), organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau and themed “Heterotopia”, will be held from April 28 to May 31, establishing through texts, stories, images, music and imagery, a diversified space away from reality yet closely connected to it, bringing new possibilities to existence.
When: April 28 – May 31, 2017
Where: Various locations in Macau including Macao Cultural Centre, Old Court Building, Dom Pedro V. Theatre and more
For more information about the programs, ticket purchase and other discounts, please visit www.icm.gov.mo.
The ticketing hotline is +852 855 5555 and online ticket reservation is available at www.macauticket.com
Join the world’s best chefs at Altira this month of May.
Altira invites everyone to raise a toast to 10 sparkling years of luxury experiences. Ten world-class culinary artisans from around the globe have been invited to lead their 10th-anniversary dining series. These limited edition lunches and dinners are designed for a selected few. As all rare moments, they are by reservation only so mark your calendar and get ready to book. Check the full schedule.
When: May 5 – 27
Where: Altira Macau Avenida de Kwong Tung, Taipa
How much: Starting from MOP $198 – Up to MOP $2,000
For more details, visit www.altiramacau.com or contact +853 2886 8868 for reservations.
KOINOBORI GOZEN SET-LUNCH PROMOTION
On this special occasion Yamazato has prepared an exclusive traditional meal; Koinobori Gozen Set-Lunch for you to celebrate the Boys’ Festival with your family and precious sons.
The menu features seasonal ingredients which are included seasonal appetizer, daily sashimi, Inaniwa noodle hot pot, shrimp tempura, mixed sushi roll and seasonal dessert.
When: 12:00-3:00pm, Tuesday to Sunday, April 11 to May 7
Where: Yamazato, Hotel Okura, Galaxy Macau
How much: MOP $280 per person
Price is subject to 10% service charge
For reservations and inquiries: +853 8883 5127 or email: [email protected]
www.hotelokuramacau.com/en/taste/yamazato
CAESAR SALCEDO RETURNS TO THE ROADHOUSE MACAU
Caesar Salcedo will be performing again at The Roadhouse Macau from May 1 – 15! If you are a fan of blues, then Caesar’s musical act will for sure be your thing, pair that with a couple of cold drinks and some finger food, you have yourself a great night of music and fun.
Head to The Roadhouse Macau and watch Caesars Salcedo’s blues performance, bring a couple of friends and grab a couple of cold ones and enjoy the night!
When: May 1 – 15
Where: The Roadhouse Macau, Broadway Macau
For more information contact, +853 2875 2945 or visit www.broadwaymacau.com or their Facebook page The Roadhouse Macau
Macao Orchestra presents Dancing with the Cellos at the convention center of Macao Science Center. A grand performance – Concerto in G minor, RV 531 by Vivaldi and The Entertainer by Scott Joplin, in addition to the evergreen Tonight from ‘West Side Story’ by Bernstein awaits.
When: May 6, 2017
Where: Macao Science Center
How much: Admission with Free Ticket
For more information, visit www.om-macau.org or +853 2853 0782. Visit their Facebook page
www.facebook.com/MacaoOrchestra
DISCOVER MACAO: LOCAL INDIES REVISITED
As the first art cinematheque in Macau, one of the major tasks of Cinematheque Passion is to promote Macau indies and films actively and widely so that the residents, tourists and those interested can know more about the Macao production and culture through the screen. Two Macao indies or short films will be screening on two Saturdays and Sundays every month, free of charge.
In May, “Women’s feelings are like poems” are the prevailing theme. One documentary and one short feature will be screening. They are as follows:
Let It Be (In Cantonese with Chinese & English subtitles)
Directed by: Cecilia Ho Wing-yin, Hong Ieng Hou
In Memory of Her (in Cantonese with Chinese & English subtitles)
Directed by: Hong Heng Fai
When: May 6
Where: Cinematheque-Passion, 13 Travessa da Paixao, Macau
How much: Free Admission
For more information, visit their Facebook Page
www.facebook.com/events/1878001332457681
ALY & FILA RETURN TO PACHA MACAU
The prominent Egyptian trance group Aly & Fila are returning to Macau this May!
Their spirited take on trance sounds has captured the hearts and minds of planet trance, earning them a massive following from east to west, moving crowds all around the World and performing at the most eminent clubs and festivals around.
Ranked as one of the 20 biggest DJ acts in EDM by DJ Magazine Top 100 DJs in 2012 and voted No.1 at the TrancePodium Top 100 DJs of 2016, this is not a mirage or an illusion – this is Aly & Fila.
When: 10pm, Friday, May 6
Where: Pacha Macau, Studio City Macau, Estr. Flor de Lotus, Macau
How much: Tickets at the door: MOP $250, including 1 drink
For tickets and table inquiries: [email protected], +853 8865 6699, www.pachamacau.com
Curbi is taking his music to the next level with his ever growing passion for improving and evolving his own unique sound. At just 16, Curbi was signed to Spinnin’ Records and MusicAllStars Management.
When Oliver Heldens got hold of his track ‘Discharge’, which gained over 2 million Spotify plays, it didn’t take long for Curbi to seal the deal with his deep /future /bass house sound! Catch him rippin’ up Club Cubic at his Macau debut!
When: 10pm, Saturday, May 6
Where: Club Cubic, City of Dreams, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai
How much: At the door: MOP $250
For tickets and table enquiries: [email protected] | +853 6638 4999 | www.cubic-cod.com
EASTER EGG AT ANIM’ARTE NAM VAN
Nam Van Lake waterfront is a fun destination for family and friends hangout. You can enjoy art pavilion, indoor crafts and book market and cultural and creative shops. For Easter celebration, Anim’Arte has invited Macau local artists to design featured Easter eggs, which will be displayed in the activities of the outdoor scene.
When: April 12 – May 7
Where: Anim’Arte Nam Van
How much: Free admission
Thriller Live, which features Jackson’s timeless songs and signature dance moves and has been performed close to 5,500 times and been seen by more than four million people in over 30 countries, continues to moonwalk around the world. It was the debut show at The Parisian Macao’s new Parisian Theatre when it opened in September last year. Due to the amazing reception, it received it is now coming back for an extended season.
As well as experiencing his legendary live performance and innovative dance routines, fans can expect to hear their favorite Jackson songs perfectly rendered by the exceptionally talented cast.
When: April 28 – September 3
Where: The Parisian Theatre, Parisian Macao
How much: A Reserve: MOP $480 | B Reserve: MOP $280 | C Reserve: MOP $180
For more details, visit www.parisianmacao.com or contact +853 2882 8827
Kung Fu Panda Adventure Ice World with the DreamWorks All-Stars
With seven DreamWorks themed Ice Zones and six attractions and activities including a game corner, kids of all ages are in for the coolest day ever at the Kung Fu Panda Adventure Ice World with Dreamworks all-stars.
When: 11:00am – 7:30pm, March 16 – July 9
Where: Cotai Expo Hall F, The Venetian Macao
How much: MOP $120 for adults and children (Ages 3-12), Family Package at MOP $312 (3 family members and one child aged 3 or above)
For more information, contact +853 2882 8818 or visit www.venetianmacao.com
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