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Metal meets Mongolian throat singing and instruments in Uuhai’s Hong Kong debut
In Hong Kong for the Asia+ Festival, Uuhai want to expand the world’s understanding of Mongolia and its culture beyond Genghis Khan.
23 Sep 2026 - 6:15PM
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Benjamin Grosvenor joins Hong Kong Sinfonietta for a memorable night
17 Sep 2026 - 10:57AM
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Celine Dion makes long-awaited return to stage in Paris
13 Sep 2026 - 6:05AM
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Pianist Eric Lu brilliantly reflects Chopin’s genius in HK Phil concert
Lu’s terrific rendition of Piano Concerto No 1 in E minor was bookended by Yao Chen’s panda-themed waltz and Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite.
13 Sep 2026 - 1:06AM
International Chopin Competition Gold Medallist Eric Lu photographed during his debut with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, in a ocncert on September 9, 2026 conducted by Lio Kuokman. Lu played Chopin’s Concerto No. 1 in E minor. (Photo: Desmond Chan/ HK Phil)
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How Cantopop lyricist Wyman Wong became a cultural force in Hong Kong
Songwriter for the stars, fashion journalist, LGBTQ activist – Wong’s impact on modern Hong Kong culture cannot be overstated.
11 Sep 2026 - 6:15PM
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CCOHK’s Space Fantasy is a visual spectacle great for the whole family
What the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong’s original family musical lacked in narrative coherence, it compensated for in visual splendour.
31 Aug 2026 - 4:15PM
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Chinese violin virtuoso Zhang Aozhe, 18, makes magical Hong Kong debut
The Premio Paganini winner played Beethoven, Mozart, Vivaldi and more with flawless technique in a show that deserved a higher turnout.
28 Aug 2026 - 6:15PM
Chinese violinist Zhang Aozhe performs during “The Magic of Violin” concert at Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall on August 25, 2026. Photo: Hong Kong International Young Musicians Competition Foundation
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How Josie Ho rejected her billionaire heiress destiny for indie filmmaking
Macau casino magnate Stanley Ho’s eighth child has built her own legacy as a musician, award-winning actress and movie producer.
28 Aug 2026 - 11:35AM
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Ghibli film composer Joe Hisaishi sets 3 Guinness World Records
Hisaishi, who wrote scores for Studio Ghibli animations including Spirited Away, has been honoured for achievements in live classical music.
21 Aug 2026 - 4:49PM
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5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, August 21-23
Enjoy live music, karaoke and barbecue, a festival of sports, a Chinese animated film and Ukrainian Culture Day this weekend in Hong Kong.
20 Aug 2026 - 4:19PM
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Alex To’s 40-year Cantopop legacy: R&B origins, comebacks, acting triumphs
The now 64-year-old Hong Kong-born singer and actor remains one of the industry’s most enduring and unpredictable figures.
14 Aug 2026 - 9:01PM
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Alex To performs during the “2021 New Year Concert – Sailing in the Greater Bay Area” in Shenzhen in January 2021. Photo: Weibo
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What not to miss at the 2027 Hong Kong Arts Festival
The 55th Hong Kong Arts Festival mixes the familiar and the eclectic, with a virtual Yuja Wang and Shakespeare renditions among highlights.
7 Aug 2026 - 6:25PM
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Art de vivre? Why the French are such a cultural force in Hong Kong
A potent mix of diplomacy, luxury commerce and cross-cultural collaborations explains France’s outsized presence in Hong Kong’s arts scene.
3 Aug 2026 - 5:35PM
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How trailblazing Hong Kong guitarist Ellen Joyce Loo chose to speak her truth
Ellen Joyce Loo was a fearless musician who championed mental health and LGBTQ rights, and whose artistry continues to inspire.
31 Jul 2026 - 7:15AM
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BTS pulls out of Grammys after Asian pop category introduction
The K-pop sensation will not submit music for next year’s awards, saying that music shouldn’t be ‘defined by region or language’.
30 Jul 2026 - 5:13AM
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BTS performs during the Fifa World Cup final halftime show on July 19. Photo: Reuters
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Hong Kong pianist Colleen Lee dazzles in celebration of Bach keyboard concertos
Colleen Lee and the New Hong Kong Philharmonia played variations of violin and oboe concertos in an energetic and elegant presentation.
29 Jul 2026 - 4:10PM
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‘Is the piano your boyfriend?’: rising Chinese pianist Lyu Tianyao, 17, opens up
Lyu Tianyao, who has secured a multi-album deal with Decca Classics, reveals why she loves Chopin, how she honours her grandmother and more.
20 Jul 2026 - 7:15AM
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‘A duet with AI’: Herbie Hancock, 86, talks tech, getting older and Miles Davis
He may have 14 Grammy Awards and an Academy Award under his belt, but Herbie Hancock isn’t ready to stop working just yet.
19 Jul 2026 - 7:15PM
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Herbie Hancock speaks at the 2023 Library of Congress Gershwin Prize Dinner in Washington DC. Photo: Getty Images
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How 94-year-old Bowie Woo became Hong Kong’s ultimate evergreen entertainer
Since becoming a film star in 1953, ‘Sau Gor’ has adapted to remain a feature of Hong Kong screens, and his recent concert set a world record.
17 Jul 2026 - 7:15AM
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Tarmo Peltokoski’s Hong Kong Philharmonic, absent Jing Wang, takes sea journey
Ralph Vaughan Williams’ majestic A Sea Symphony was given a stunning showcase by Tarmo Peltokoski and the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra.
8 Jul 2026 - 7:06PM
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How Asia’s women DJs are turning the tables in a male-dominated world
From Manila to Mumbai to Hong Kong, female DJs are teaming up to overcome gender stereotypes and fight for equal opportunities.
6 Jul 2026 - 9:15PM
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How Twins’ Charlene Choi went from Cantopop teen idol to top Hong Kong actress
Since finding fame with Twins’ Gillian Chung 25 years ago, “Ah Sa” has navigated scandals and reinvented herself to become a force in showbiz.
4 Jul 2026 - 10:24AM
Charlene Choi on the red carpet of the 34th Hong Kong Film Awards at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, in Tsim Sha Tsui, in April 2015. Choi was nominated for the best actress award that year for her role in the film Sara. Photo: Sam Tsang
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Hong Kong Sinfonietta deliver Alice Yeung’s new concerto in style
The orchestra was joined by pianist Daniel Chu and the harmonica star CY Leo for the electrifying world premiere of Yeung’s Time (in-)Linear.
2 Jul 2026 - 5:15PM
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9 must-see musicals in Hong Kong in 2026, from Cats to Jesus Christ Superstar
From famous Broadway and West End musicals to Chinese and Korean shows and a Cantonese comedy, there’s a lot on from now until December.
25 Jun 2026 - 11:25AM
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How Hong Kong composer overcame knifepoint mugging to debut her most daring work
Alice Yeung’s Time (in-)Linear, featuring harmonica virtuoso CY Leo and pianist Daniel Chu, is possibly the first of its kind in the world.
23 Jun 2026 - 7:15AM
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