With Easter around the corner, there is plenty happening in Macau to keep you busy! Below is a list of our selected highlights.
The Human Bodies Exhibition
Those with bolder minds or keen on a human biology lesson shouldn’t miss the Human Bodies Exhibition, which ends Sunday 31 March.
Date: Now until Sunday 31 March
Time: 11:00 to 20:00 (last entry at 19:30)
Venue: Hall F, CotaiExpo, The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel
Price: MOP$120
Website: www.venetianmacao.com/humanbodies
Titanic: The Exhibition
Ever since the “unsinkable”ship tragically collided with an iceberg in 1912, the legend of the Titanic has never ceased to fascinate. Titanic: The Exhibition, co-organized by the Venetian Macau and National Geographic, will present a moving tale about the most famous ship in history – from its conception to its downfall – with over 400 artifacts showcased in the exhibition. If you haven’t seen it yet, hurry up because it ends this Sunday!
Date: Now until Sunday 31 March
Time: 11:00 to 20:00 (last entry at 19:30)
Venue: Hall F, CotaiExpo, The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel
Price: MOP$120
Website: www.venetianmacao.com/titanic
Macao International Film and Video Festival (MIFVF)
Movie buffs who want some alternatives to Hollywood flicks may enjoy the annual Macao International Film and Video Festival (MIFVF) which will kick off this Thursday 28 March. Check out the screening schedule from the Macao Cultural Centre website!
Date: Thursday 28 March to Sunday 7 April (International Films), Wednesday 8 May to Saturday 11 May (Macao Indies)
Venue: Macao Cultural Centre (Small Auditorium), Avenida Xian Xing Hai s/n, Nape-Macau
Price: MOP$50
Website: www.ccm.gov.mo/programme/prog13/MIFVF2013/index.htm
Ticketing Office: Macao Cultural Centre and Kong Seng Ticketing Network
The Arrival
Red Leap Theatre from New Zealand will take you to an imaginary world with its mesmerizing puppetry and shadow play. The tale won the 2010 Chapman Tripp Theatre Awards in New Zealand and continues to impress audiences all over the world with more than 200 sets, props and puppets.
Date: Friday 29 March to Saturday 30 March
Time: 19:30
Venue: Macao Cultural Centre (Grand Auditorium), Avenida Xian Xing Hai S/N, NAPE, Macau
Price: From MOP$100 to MOP$250
Website: http://www.ccm.gov.mo/Event.aspx/Detail/972
Ticketing Office: Macao Cultural Centre and Kong Seng Ticketing Network
Insight to Self – Portraits of a Chinese
Photographer Ye Jinglu had a photo taken of himself every year from 1907 until he passed away in 1968. Join a journey through time with this precious collection of 62 portraits and reflect on the ephemeral nature of life. Or, if you find the ageing process depressing, why not play out your own version of “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and walk through his life in reverse!
Date: Now until Sunday 21 April (every day except 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 on Sundays and public holidays)
Website: www.mam.gov.mo/main.asp?language=3
Gold Brick Exhibition
All that glitters is not gold but MGM’s Gold Brick Exhibition certainly is! Entitled “Glorious China, Auspicious Macau”, the exhibition features 12 pieces of art layered in 24-carat gold created by crossover designer and artist Wang Kaifang. Who knows, the gold may bring you good luck before venturing into the casino!
Date: Now until Tuesday 2 April
Time: 24 hours
Venue: MGM Macau, Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau
Price: Free
Website: www.mgmmacau.com/gold-brick-exhibition
The House of Dancing Water
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 (Fridays usually 20:00 only)
(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)
Website: www.thehouseofdancingwater.com
Week at a glance
| Event | Tue 26 | Wed 27 |
Thu 28 |
Fri 29 |
Sat 30 |
Sun 31 |
Mon 1 |
|
The Human Bodies Exhibition |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
|
|
Titanic: The Exhibition (Venetian) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
11:00 to 20:00 (19:30) |
|
|
Macao International Film and Video Festival (MIFVF) |
19:30 |
16:30, 21:30 |
16:30, 21:30 |
16:30, 21:30 |
|||
|
The Arrival (Macao Cultural Centre) |
19:30 | 19:30 | |||||
|
Insight to Self – Portraits of a Chinese (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) |
|
|
Gold Brick Exhibition (MGM) |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
|
The House of Dancing Water |
17:00, 20:00 |
17:00, 20:00 |
17:00, 20:00 |
17:00, 20:00 |
17:00, 20:00 |
IMPORTANT: Dates and times are subject to change. Always call ahead or check the website for the latest information.
