Welcome to another “What’s on this week” as we explore the most unique and exciting events taking place in and around Macau over the coming seven days. As usual there is no shortage of entertainment with music, exhibitions and workshops taking place as well as the popular Splash Pool Party at Hard Rock Hotel. And don’t forget – it’s Father’s Day on Sunday!
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Chyi Chin World Tour Concert 2013
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Taiwanese singer-songwriter Chyi Chin performs all of his classic hits in a special performance at CotaiArena this Saturday night. Having begun his music career in 1981, Chin was best known for his 1985 track “Wolf”. He now classifies his music into the “Wolf” and “Deer” periods – before and after 1992 which was the year he became a Buddhist. Joining Chin on stage will be special guests Yip Sai Wing and Winnie Hsin.
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| Date | Tuesday 11 Jun 2013 |
| Time | 19:40 |
| Venue | CotaiArena, the Venetian |
| Price | MOP$280 to MOP$1280 |
| Web | http://www.venetianmacao.com/press-club/chyi-chin-bringing-three-decade-repertoire-to-venetian-macao/ |
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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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Back to the Golden time concert
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Back to the Golden time sees a group of veteran Hong Kong singers join together for this one-off extravaganza. Join Pop singers Lui Shan, Ip Chun Tong, Joe Junior and Suzan Joan alongside the likes of Annabelle Louie, Cheung Wai Man, Li Lung Kei and Alice Lau.
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| Date | Saturday 15 Jun 2013 |
| Time | 20:00 |
| Venue | CotaiArena, the Venetian |
| Price | MOP$180 to MOP$480 |
| Web | http://www.theplazamacao.com/macau-shows/macau-events/golden-time/ |
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Father’s Day!
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It’s Father’s Day – a special opportunity to say thanks for all those years your Dad spent looking out for you! What better way to celebrate than to take him out to lunch with both MGM and Galaxy Macau presenting special Father’s Day lunches. Check out the seafood buffet at Galaxy’s Festiva restaurant or treat him to an eight-course meal at MGM’s Imperial Court.
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| Date | Sunday 16 Jun 2013 |
| Time | All day |
| Venue | Galaxy Macau; MGM Macau |
| Price | Please contact restaurants for price guides |
| Web | http://www.galaxymacau.com/en/other/press-room?nid=125 |
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Splash at Hard Rock Hotel Pool Party
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Splash at Hard Rock Hotel celebrates its third year with a brand new poolside extravaganza. Featuring internationally renowned DJs Kaskade and Danny Avila, why not enjoy some music in the sun then dance the night away at one of the most popular events on the Macau party calendar!
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| Date | Saturday 15 Jun 2013 |
| Time | 16:00 to 00:00 |
| Venue | Hard Rock Hotel Poolside |
| Price | MOP$450 |
| Web | http://www.cityofdreamsmacau.com/splash |
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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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CSI: The Experience
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Want to be someone else for a day? Join the CSI: The Experience exhibition and see what it’s like to be a crime scene investigator!
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| Date | Monday 1 April to Saturday 15 June 2013 |
| Time | 11:00 to 20:00 daily |
| Venue | Caspian Ballroom, Level 4, Sheraton Macao Hotel, Sands Cotai Central |
| Price | From MOP$120 |
| Web | www.sandscotaicentral.com/hotel-activities/csi |
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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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Macau-Macau
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Discover the transformation of Macau through this exhibition featuring paintings, photos, videos and traditional Chinese ink drawings by local artists.
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| Date | Now until Sunday 30 June |
| Time | 24 hours |
| Venue | 2/F Gallery, MGM Macau |
| Price | Free |
| Web | www.afamacau.com/EXHIBITION_XQ.ASPX?exhibition=288, www.mgmmacau.com/current-events |
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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 11 |
Wed 12 |
Thu 13 |
Fri 14 |
Sat 15 |
Sun 16 |
Mon 17 |
| Father’s Day! (Galaxy Macau, MGM Macau) |
All day |
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| Splash at Hard Rock Hotel Pool Party (Hard Rock Hotel Poolside) |
16:00 to 00:00 |
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| Transits – Photography exhibition and book launch (Macau Cultural Centre Building) |
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| Chyi Chin World Tour Concert 2013 (CotaiArena, the Venetian) |
19:40 | ||||||
| Back to the Golden time concert (CotaiArena, the Venetian) |
20:00 |
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| Macau-Macau (MGM) |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
24 hours |
| 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) |
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| 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 | |
| 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) |
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| 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 |
| CSI: The Experience (Sheraton) |
11:00 to 20:00 | 11:00 to 20:00 | 11:00 to 20:00 | 11:00 to 20:00 | 11:00 to 20:00 | ||
| The House of Dancing Water (City of Dreams) |
17:00, 20:00 |
17:00, 20:00 |
17:00, 20:00 |
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17:00, 20:00 |
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| 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 |
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IMPORTANT: Dates and times are subject to change. Always call ahead or check the website for the latest information
