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. Don’t miss the São João Festival which is full of Portuguese specialties this weekend as well as concerts, exhibitions, local arts and culture and many other exciting programs all waiting for you!
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Gypsy Jazz Quartet – “Gadjo Station”
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Summer means it’s time for the Sofitel’s Fête de la Musique (World Music Day), the fourth such annual celebration at Sofitel hotels around the region. The programme will comprise three 40-minute sets, with a round of complimentary beverage and canapés, followed by Happy Hour for guests to enjoy during the evening.
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| Date | Friday 21 June 2013 |
| Time | 18:30 to 21:30 |
| Venue | Sofitel Hotel’s Rendezvous Lobby Lounge |
| Price | Free |
| Web | www.sofitelmacau.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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‘Strolling the Streets of Macau’ – Free Guided Tour
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In this coming Sunday’s free guided tour, visitors are invited to revel in the ‘Distinctive Old Shops & Footprints of Painter George Smirnoff’. Learn more about the history and culture of this ancient city – there’s a story around every corner! The tour is conducted in Cantonese.
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| Date | Sunday 23 June 2013 |
| Time | 10:00 to 12:00 |
| Venue | Call +853 8394 3776 for venue details |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.iacm.gov.mo |
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Genesis & Spirit – Showcase of Yunnan Intangible Cultural Heritage
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As part of the ‘Genesis and Spirit – Showcase of Yunnan Province Intangible Cultural Heritage’ series, this exhibition features a total of 10 listed items on National and Provincial Intangible Cultural Heritage that are representative of Yunnan. It aims to enhance the broad cultural exchange between the mainland and Macau.
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| Date | Sat 8 June to Sun 23 June 2013 |
| Time | 10:00 to 22:00 |
| Venue | East Square of Galaxy Macau |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.galaxymacau.com/en/promotions /shops?id=59 |
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Mini Concerts in ‘Leal Senado’ Building
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Pass by historic ‘Leal Senado’ on a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday and give yourself a lift with the gentle string melodies emanating from within – or maybe some foot-stomping jazz!
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| Date | Sat 22 June to Sun 23 June 2013 |
| Time | 15:15 to 17:00 |
| Venue | ‘Leal Senado’ Building, No. 163, Avenida Almeida Ribeiro |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://www.iacm.gov.mo |
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Green Snake
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This soul-stirring story is about the love between human and spirits. The legend of “Green Snake” fully depicts the kinship between snake spirits, the passion between humans and spirits, and the mercilessness between the Buddha and the demons.
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| Date | Fri 21 June to Sat 22 June 2013 |
| Time | 20:00 |
| Venue | Macau Cultural Centre |
| Price | MOP$100 to MOP$300 |
| Web | http://www.macauticket.com/ticketweb/ ProgramInfo.aspx?proCode=P-000837&c=en-us |
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São João Festival
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The São João Festival is a religious thanksgiving full of dancing and singing as well as traditional games. The consumption of typical Portuguese and Macanese snacks such as pork steaks, grilled sardines and ‘chouriço’ pork sausages are time-honoured elements of the Festival, as are handicraft booths and lots of kids’ activities.
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| Date | Sat 22 June to Sun 23 June |
| Time | 12:00 to 00:00 |
| Venue | Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro |
| Price | Free |
| Web | http://whatson.macautourism.gov.mo/information.php?rid=1714 |
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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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Cuban Rhythm
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Three-time Grammy nominated Tiempo Libre fuse Cuban jazz with Latin jazz and the rich musical traditions of its native Cuba. The musical style of Tiempo Libre – which means ‘free time’ – comprises unexpectedly impromptu music with rhythmical beats in addition to artful, wonderful sentences with different kinds of charm. Let’s explore the exquisite potential and endless mutations of jazz!
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| Date | Saturday 22 June 2013 |
| Time | 20:00 |
| Venue | Venetian Theatre |
| Price | MOP$80 to MOP$150 |
| Web | http://hk.venetianmacao.com/press-club/venetian-macao-sponsoring-cuban-rhythm-concert/ |
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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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Macau-Macau
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This exhibition, which showcases the archaic historical landscape of Macau and the modernity of the bustling urban city, features 33 selected artworks, ranging from sculptures, paintings, ink and color on paper to photographs. Through these works of art by seven local contemporary artists, one can witness the historic architecture and scenes of Macau. This is the final week of the exhibition so don’t miss out!
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| Date | Thu 11 April to Sun 23 June 2013 |
| Time | 24 hours |
| Venue | L2 Gallery MGM MACAU (Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau) |
| Price | Free |
| Web | 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 18 |
Wed 19 |
Thu 20 |
Fri 21 |
Sat 22 |
Sun 23 |
Mon 24 |
| 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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| The Glorious Era of Julius Caesar (Macao Science Center) |
10:00 to 18:00 |
10:00 to 18:00 |
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10:00 to 18:00 |
10:00 to 18:00 |
10:00 to 18:00 |
10:00 to 18:00 |
| ‘Strolling the Streets of Macau’ – Free Guided Tour (Call +853 8394 3776 for venue details) |
10:00 to 12:00 |
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| Genesis & Spirit – Showcase of Yunnan Intangible Cultural Heritage (East Square of Galaxy Macau) |
10:00 to 22:00 |
10:00 to 22:00 |
10:00 to 22:00 |
10:00 to 22:00 |
10:00 to 22:00 |
10:00 to 22:00 |
10:00 to 22:00 |
| 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 | |
| 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 |
| São João Festival (Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro) |
12:00 to 00:00 | 12:00 to 00:00 | |||||
| Hippie – J Lo Solo Exhibition (Ox Warehouse) |
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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 |
| Mini Concerts in ‘Leal Senado’ Building (‘Leal Senado’ Building) |
15:15 to 17:00 | 15:15 to 17:00 | |||||
| The House of Dancing Water (City of Dreams) |
17:00, 20:00 |
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| Gypsy Jazz Quartet – “Gadjo Station” (Sofitel Hotel’s Rendezvous Lobby Lounge) |
18:30 to 21:30 | ||||||
| Transits – Photography exhibition and book launch (Macau Cultural Centre Building) |
18:30 | 18:30 |
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| Green Snake (Macau Cultural Centre) |
20:00 |
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| Cuban Rhythm (Venetian Theatre) |
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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
