Arts of Hong Kong: M+ presents the world premiere of The System in 4K, the first title in M+ Restored

HONG KONG – M+, Asia’s global museum of contemporary visual culture in the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK) in Hong Kong, is pleased to present the world premiere of the first title of the M+ Restored, The System (1979) by pioneering Hong Kong filmmaker Peter Yung. This groundbreaking film will be showcased as part of the special programmes of the 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF), co-presented by M+ and HKIFF. The … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: M+ presents the world premiere of The System in 4K, the first title in M+ Restored

Lan Kwai Fong Concepts opens a new chapter on Hong Kong’s famed nightlife district

HONG KONG – Once synonymous with rowdy nights out and partying into the wee hours of the morning, Hong Kong’s Lan Kwai Fong district has been quietly reshaping itself. These days, the vibe isn’t just party-fueled chaos—it’s curated, stylish, and, dare we say, grown up. At the heart of that transformation is LKF Concepts, the dining group reinventing what it means to eat, drink, and … Continue reading Lan Kwai Fong Concepts opens a new chapter on Hong Kong’s famed nightlife district

Arts of Hong Kong: WestK and Cathay launch “WestK in the Sky” video series on Cathay Pacific’s in-flight entertainment system in April 2025

HONG KONG – The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA or the Authority) is pleased to announce the launch of a new video series, “WestK in the Sky”, in collaboration with its exclusive Travel Partner, Cathay. The videos are now available on the in-flight entertainment system across Cathay Pacific’s extensive passenger network, reaching travellers from around the globe to promote Hong Kong’s arts and cultural scene. This … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: WestK and Cathay launch “WestK in the Sky” video series on Cathay Pacific’s in-flight entertainment system in April 2025

Arts of Hong Kong: WestK Art March Celebrations offers a rich array of cultural experiences, including a large-scale outdoor coffee festival

HONG KONG – To celebrate the annual Art March Hong Kong, West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK) presents WestK Art March Celebrations from now to 30 April 2025, offering a rich and diverse array of cultural experiences, including a large-scale outdoor coffee festival organised by COFFEE HKin collaboration withTokyo Coffee Festival; as well as exclusive shopping rewards and offers to visitors of WestK. This Easter holiday, a large-scale outdoor coffee festival COFFEE … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: WestK Art March Celebrations offers a rich array of cultural experiences, including a large-scale outdoor coffee festival

Arts of Hong Kong: West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) to host WestK Shanghai Week 2025 in June

HONG KONG – The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA or the Authority) is pleased to announce that it will host WestK Shanghai Week 2025 (WestK Shanghai Week) in mid-June, collaborating with six renowned cultural institutions and venues in Shanghai to present seven leading WestK cultural and artistic programmes to Shanghai audiences. WestK Shanghai Week is the first cross-disciplinary showcase of cultural and creative programmes curated or co-organised by … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) to host WestK Shanghai Week 2025 in June

Arts of Hong Kong: Food Culture of Ancient China Explored in New Exhibition at Hong Kong Palace Museum

HONG KONG – The Hong Kong Palace Museum will present a new exhibition, A Movable Feast: The Culture of Food and Drink in China from 19 March to 18 June 2025. As a highlight of Art March Hong Kong 2025, this exhibition presents more than 110 exquisite artworks, including eight grade-one national treasures from The Palace Museum in Beijing, delving into the rich culinary culture and lifestyle of ancient Chinese people through the evolution … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Food Culture of Ancient China Explored in New Exhibition at Hong Kong Palace Museum

Gigs & Sets: World famous guitarist Mateus Asato comes to Swee Lee Clarke Quay for an intimate fireside fan event

With over 1.5million followers on Instagram, Brazilian guitarist Mateus Asato is influential, to say the least, and Singapore residents will now get a chance to meet him in person, as he plays live in an intimate setting. Presented by Swee Lee (sweelee.com) and Dawsons (dawsons.co.uk), get ready for “A Conversation with Mateus Asato”, an exclusive fireside fan event offering music lovers the rare opportunity to … Continue reading Gigs & Sets: World famous guitarist Mateus Asato comes to Swee Lee Clarke Quay for an intimate fireside fan event

★★★★★ Review: Corps extrêmes by Rachid Ouramdane and Compagnie de Chaillot

The majesty of the great outdoors captured in a risk-taking theatrical presentation. The realms of sports and arts may seem worlds apart, but French choreographer Rachid Ouramdane has found a veritable link between the two, with beauty in the human spirit to triumph against all odds. Such is the nature of his work Corps extrêmes, which made its Singapore debut as part of the Esplanade’s … Continue reading ★★★★★ Review: Corps extrêmes by Rachid Ouramdane and Compagnie de Chaillot

★★★★☆ Review: A Reason For Falling by Hwa Wei-An

Finding meaning and momentum in persevering through the pain. No matter how many times it happens, the act of falling will always be coupled with a sense of fear, often from the knowledge that the point of impact is going to hurt. Yet when it becomes incorporated into one’s daily life, the pain that comes from each fall becomes somewhat more bearable when one becomes … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: A Reason For Falling by Hwa Wei-An

da:ns focus – Out of Site: An Interview with choreographer Rachid Ouramdane on ‘Corps extrêmes’ and staging the power of the human spirit

In a feature article on French choreographer Rachid Ouramdane, New York Times arts critic Gia Kourlas described him as ‘the choreographer bringing hope to the stage and beyond’. It’s a big title to live up to, but one that Rachid lives up to and carries well, particularly with his work Corps extrêmes. Playing at the Esplanade this weekend as part of their da:ns focus – … Continue reading da:ns focus – Out of Site: An Interview with choreographer Rachid Ouramdane on ‘Corps extrêmes’ and staging the power of the human spirit