Welcome to ‘What’s on this Week’, where we let you know about all of the activities, shows, events and festivals being held in Macau over the next seven days. This week starts with the Feast of Na Tcha parade on Tuesday; the weekend’s highlight is the “S.H.E. Together Forever World Tour – Macau”; and don’t miss miss the Communic Macau Expo 2013 if you are a fan of the latest electronic trends.
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Cantonese Opera Performance 2013
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Cantonese Opera performances are held annually to promote this traditional culture and art to the general public. This Saturday, the highlight performance is The Marriage of the Top Scholar, which poignantly recounts the love of the scholar Yu Fengsheng for the courtesan Hua Yanhong.
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| Date | Saturday 29 June 2013 |
| Time | 19:45 |
| Venue | Cinema Alegria, Estrada do Repouso |
| Price | MOP$20 |
| Web | http://whatson.macautourism.gov.mo/ information.php?rid=1738&language=3 |
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Cantabile
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The Macao Orchestra and Music Director Lü Jia welcome Spanish pianist Iván Martín in his Macao debut. Praised for his dexterity with “the subtle, noble beauty and exquisite tenderness of Chopin’s piano solos”, Martín will tackle Chopin’s brilliant and virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 1, while the Macao Orchestra presents Mozart’s quintessential opera overture and Dvořák’s beloved Symphony No. 7 – a touching and sentimental homage dedicated to his homeland.
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| Date | Saturday 29 June 2013 |
| Time | 20:00 |
| Venue | Macao Cultural Centre Grand Auditorium |
| Price | MOP$80 to MOP$150 |
| Web | http://www.icm.gov.mo/OM/cn/season/ detail.aspx?id=4184 |
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Tontos
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A promising young gentleman Tou Iok Zhou was invited to teach at “Fools”. Upon reaching the village, Tou was surprised to find it was filled with foolish people (as the name of “Fools”). Throughout this tiresome teaching journey, Tou encountered a cute lady Chu Iok Si, from where he discovered the mystery behind those foolish behaviors. Don’t miss this play by the Macau Drama Society.
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| Date | Friday 28 June to Saturday 29 June 2013 |
| Time | 20:00 (Friday); 15:00 and 20:00 (Saturday) |
| Venue | Macao Cultural Centre |
| Price | MOP $120 |
| Web | http://www.macauticket.com/TicketWeb/ ProgramInfo.aspx?proCode=P-000828&c=en-us |
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Heritage Stroll
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Don’t miss this opportunity to join a fascinating guided tour through the stone carvings of A-Ma Temple. The Cultural Literary Heritage Tour is an informative 90-minute journey offering an educational way to spend a Sunday morning.
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| Date | Sunday 30 June |
| Time | 10:00 |
| Venue | A-Ma Temple |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.mhaa.org.mo |
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Sun Never Left – Public Art Performance
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Every weekend, the ‘Sun Never Left – Public Art Performance’ is held in the beautiful surrounds of St. Lazarus Church, with the adjoining lane full of stalls selling homemade products, paintings, arts and crafts. Relax with a refreshing drink, read, chat and be entertained by live music in a pavement cafe atmosphere that lets you watch the world go by as you size up the art fair products for sale.
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| Date | Saturdays and Sundays |
| Time | 15:00 to 18:00 |
| Venue | Rua de São Roque, St. Lazarus District |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.cipa.org.mo |
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‘Horse’ Exhibition of Chinese Painting by Sun Haichen
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Chinese artist Sun Haichen has lived and worked in the rolling grasslands of inner Mongolia for more than 30 years, where he has rendered numerous sketches of the small but powerful indigenous horse. In this exhibition, he will display more than 40 of his works for the first time in Macau.
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| Date | Thursday 27 June to Saturday 29 June 2013 |
| Time | 10:00 to 19:00 |
| Venue | Exhibition Hall of UNESCO Centre of Macau, Alameda d’Assumpção NAPE |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://portal.gov.mo/web/guest/ info_detail?infoid=202167 |
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Feast of Na Tcha
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The Na Tcha Ancient Temple located on Calcada das Verdades will hold a Prince Na Tcha Parade, starting from the temple and proceeding to Rua de São Domingos, Rua de Cinco de Outubro, Rua dos Mercadores, Senado Square (for 30 minutes) and St. Domingos Square, before returning to the temple. This colorful parade is a fantastically fun way to spend the morning!
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| Date | Tuesday 25 June 2013 |
| Time | 10:00 |
| Venue | Na Tcha Ancient Temple |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.temple.mo |
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S.H.E Together Forever World Tour
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Asia’s top female girl group continues their “Together Forever World Tour”, recalling precious memories by performing all of their enchanted songs from the past 12 years. Moreover, “TOGETHER” and “FOREVER” are the names of their two significant albums.
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| Date | Saturday 29 June 2013 |
| Time | 20:00 |
| Venue | CotaiArena, the Venetian Macau |
| Price | From MOP$380 to MOP$1480 |
| Web | http://www.cotaiticketing.com |
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Communic Macau Expo 2013
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Macau’s largest ICT exhibition features over 160 exhibitors showcasing various intelligent electronic products and wireless network services. The main topics for this year’s event include cloud computing, telecommunication, mobile phone technology, outsourcing and internet networking.
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| Date | Friday 28 June to Sunday 30 June 2013 |
| Time | 10:00 to 19:00 |
| Venue | Convention and Exhibition Centre, Macau Fisherman’s Wharf |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.communicmacau.com |
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The Glorious Era of Julius Caesar – Military Science and Technology in Roman Republic
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| This exhibition will showcase more than 100 interactive models and replicas of inventions and machines reconstructed by the expert artisans from Florence, Italy, including ancient weaponry, military accessories of the Roman army, ancient construction and surveying tools, maps and daily utensils. It will enable visitors to explore the military achievements, technologies and different lifestyles of the ancient Romans. | |
| Date | Sat 1 Jun to Sat 31 Aug 2013 |
| Time | 10:00 to 18:00 (Closed Thursdays, open public holidays) |
| Venue | Gallery 2, Exhibition Center, Macao Science Center |
| Price | MOP$25 to MOP$65 (Standard Tickets) |
| Web | http://www.msc.org.mo/JuliusCaesar/en/intro.php |
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Hippie – J Lo Solo Exhibition
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Japanese calligrapher Inoue Yuichi once described the process of creation as a conflict between oneself and one’s internalized pain. The works displayed here consist of improvisational dots, lines and color. Each brush is drawn in a peaceful state of mind, reflecting the image in his heart onto the surface.
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| Date | Sat 15 June to Thu 18 July 2013 |
| Time | 12:00 to 19:00 (Closed Tuesdays) |
| Venue | Ox Warehouse |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://oxwarehouse.blogspot.com/ |
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Transits – Photography exhibition and book launch
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Photographer Antonio Conceicao Jr presents Transits – an exhibition of photos examining the paths we tread. We have all walked over many roads and crossings but rarely do we notice the marks under our feet. Conceicao Jr brings the “invisible” to life as he makes us appreciate the real world around us.
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| Date | Thursday 13 Jun (exhibition Thursday 13 Jun to Saturday 29 Jun 2013) |
| Time | 18:30 |
| Venue | Macau Cultural Centre Building |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.creativemacau.org.mo/EN/newsdetail.php?id=495 |
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Fantasy World – Chinoiserie
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Europe has long held a fascination with Chinese culture, dating back as far as the Ming dynasty when missionaries brought Chinese philosophy, art, religion, science and technology back home with them. Dubbed Chinoiserie, this fashion permeated many facets of European life. This exhibition traces the origins of Chinoiserie and its influence in France with over 80 valuable items including paintings, prints, ceramics and tapestries.
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| Date | Saturday 25 May to Sunday 18 August |
| Time | 10:00 to 18:00 (closed Mondays) |
| Venue | Macao Museum |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.frenchmay.com/visual-arts/eventdetail/105/-/fantasy-world-chinoiserie |
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Vanishing Techniques – Photographs of Jean Baudrillard
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One of the most influential thinkers in the world, Jean Baudrillard’s unique photographic theory allowed him to express a different way of looking at the world. This exhibition of around 50 pieces is the most complete and comprehensive introduction to his works since he passed away. Works on show have been personally selected by Mrs Marine Baudrillard.
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| Date | Saturday 11 May to Sunday 28 July |
| Time | 10:00 to 19:00 |
| Venue | Tap Seac Gallery, Macao |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.frenchmay.com/visual-arts/eventdetail/82/-/vanishing-techniques-photographs-of-jean-baudrillard |
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Napoleon and the Decorative Arts: Treasures of the Imperial Palaces
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Catch a glimpse of French history and culture through this exhibition in which 125 pieces of Empire style furniture and decorative arts from the Napoleonic palaces are showcased outside France for the very first time!
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| Date | Thursday 18 April to Sunday 14 July (closed Mondays) |
| Time | 10:00 to 19:00 (last entry at 18:30) |
| Venue | Macao Museum of Art, Avenida Xian Xing Hai S/N, NAPE, Macau |
| Price | MOP$5 (free Sundays and public holidays) |
| Web | www.mam.gov.mo/main.asp?language=3 |
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Pablo Reinoso – Living Sculpture
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Prepare to be wowed as renowned designer and artist Pablo Reinoso presents his Living Sculpture exhibition. These 11 unique sculptures are unlike any you’ve seen before as Reinoso uses everyday objects such as benches, ladders, spades and chairs against their grain – uniting opposites and mixing up materials such as wood, slate, brass, marble and steel. Let your imagination run free!
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| Date | Thursday 25 April to Sunday 14 July |
| Time | 10:00 to 19:00 |
| Venue | One Central Macau and Mandarin Oriental, Macau |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.frenchmay.com/visual-arts/eventdetail/97/-/pablo-reinoso-living-sculptures |
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Macao Annual Visual Arts Exhibition – Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy
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Aimed at promoting home grown talent and encouraging local artists to exhibit their work, this year’s Macau Annual Visual Arts Exhibition features Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy with 81 chosen works reflecting the current trends in these areas in Macau. It includes pioneering works in the fields of Chinese Painting, Calligraphy, Seal Carving and Experimental Ink wash. |
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| Date | Wednesday 1 May to Sunday 11 August |
| Time | 10:00 to 19:00 |
| Venue | Old Court Building |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.icm.gov.mo/fam/24/en/events/ detail.aspx?id=4453 |
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TABOO
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The seductive cabaret show is coming back after its sensational run at City of Dreams last year. Promising to be more provocative than ever, TABOO is set to be one of the biggest events in town.
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| Date | Tuesday to Saturday |
| Time | 22:00 to 23:15 |
| Venue | Club CUBIC, City of Dreams |
| Price | MOP$580 to MOP$1,180 |
| Web | www.cityofdreamsmacau.com/taboo |
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Explore Singapore! Colours of Heritage
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Explore Singapore’s cultural heritage through this exhibition where you’ll learn about the history, ethnic groups, traditional trades, food and festivals of Singapore. It’ll set you back a mere ten bucks!
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| Date | Now until Saturday 31 August, every day except Mondays (open on public holidays) |
| Time | 9:30 to 17:30 (last entry at 17:00) |
| Venue | Communications Museum, Temporary Exhibition Gallery |
| Price | MOP$10 |
| Web | macao.communications.museum/eng/activities/2013/ singapore/index.html |
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The House of Dancing Water
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| The largest water-based show in the world has held over 1,000 shows and continues to wow audiences with its cutting-edge stage technology, stunning scenes, jaw-dropping motor stunts and more. Check out the show schedule and ticket prices on the website. | |
| Date | Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun |
| Time | Shows at 17:00 and 20:00 (Dates and times subject to change so check the website) |
| Venue | The House of Dancing Water Theater, City of Dreams |
| Price | From MOP$480 to MOP$1,380 (tickets online in HKD) |
| Web | www.thehouseofdancingwater.com |
Week at a glance
| Event | Tue 25 |
Wed 26 |
Thu 27 |
Fri 28 |
Sat 29 |
Sun 30 |
Mon 01 |
| Explore Singapore! Colours of Heritage (Communications Museum) |
9:30 to 17:30 (17:00) | 9:30 to 17:30 (17:00) | 9:30 to 17:30 (17:00) | 9:30 to 17:30 (17:00) | 9:30 to 17:30 (17:00) | 9:30 to 17:30 (17:00) | |
| Feast of Na Tcha (Na Tcha Ancient Temple) |
10:00 | ||||||
| Heritage Stroll (A-Ma Temple) |
10:00 | ||||||
| The Glorious Era of Julius Caesar (Macao Science Center) |
10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | |
| Fantasy World – Chinoiserie (Macao Museum) |
10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | 10:00 to 18:00 | |
| Communic Macau Expo 2013 (Macau Fisherman’s Wharf) |
10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | ||||
| ‘Horse’ Exhibition of Chinese Painting by Sun Haichen (UNESCO Centre of Macau) |
10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | ||||
| Vanishing Techniques – Photographs of Jean Baudrillard (Tap Seac Gallery) |
10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 |
| Napoleon and the Decorative Arts: Treasures of the Imperial Palaces (Macao Museum of Art) |
10:00 to 19:00 (18:30) | 10:00 to 19:00 (18:30) | 10:00 to 19:00 (18:30) | 10:00 to 19:00 (18:30) | 10:00 to 19:00 (18:30) | 10:00 to 19:00 (18:30) | |
| Macao Annual Visual Arts Exhibition – Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy (Old Court Building) |
10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 |
| Pablo Reinoso – Living Sculpture (One Central Macau and Mandarin Oriental, Macau) |
10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 | 10:00 to 19:00 |
| Hippie – J Lo Solo Exhibition (Ox Warehouse) |
12:00 to 19:00 | 12:00 to 19:00 | 12:00 to 19:00 | 12:00 to 19:00 | 12:00 to 19:00 | 12:00 to 19:00 | |
| Sun Never Left – Public Art Performance (Rua de São Roque, St. Lazarus District) |
15:00 to 18:00 | 15:00 to 18:00 | |||||
| The House of Dancing Water (City of Dreams) |
17:00, 20:00 | 17:00, 20:00 | 17:00, 20:00 | 17:00, 20:00 | 17:00, 20:00 | ||
| Transits – Photography exhibition and book launch (Macau Cultural Centre Building) |
18:30 | 18:30 | 18:30 | 18:30 | 18:30 | 18:30 | 18:30 |
| Cantonese Opera Performance 2013 (Cinema Alegria, Estrada do Repouso) |
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| Cantabile (Macao Cultural Centre Grand Auditorium) |
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| S.H.E Together Forever World Tour (CotaiArena, the Venetian Macau) |
20:00 | ||||||
| Tontos (Macao Cultural Centre) |
20:00 | 15:00, 20:00 | |||||
| TABOO (Club Cubic) |
22:00 to 23:15 | 22:00 to 23:15 | 22:00 to 23:15 | 22:00 to 23:15 | 22:00 to 23:15 |
IMPORTANT: Dates and times are subject to change. Always call ahead or check the website for the latest information
