Crack art

An exhibition of 10 sculptures by French artist Emeric Chantier explores Chinese blue pottery and Japanese Ikebana in ways that seek to highlight the interlinked history of man, nature and the future of the natural world in the face of climate change. China and Japan have been world leaders in producing porcelain works for generations and greatly influenced European earthenware designs. The artist uses human, animal and botanical forms to explore ideas from ancient Japanese culture, such as the prevalent sentiments of apology and courtesy. His striking and elegant works feature deconstructed replicas of porcelain vases from China and Japan filled with small Chinese elm trees with roots and shoots shattering their way through the holders, emulating the boundless forces of nature.

Ms Mozart

This off-Broadway solo play tells the story of Nannerl Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus' sister, who was also a gifted pianist and composer. Acclaimed as the equal of her brother, her work and genius were applauded in her youth, but the social mores of her time prevented her from performing as she matured. Based on family letters and stories, the play reimagines the lives of European elites in the 18th century.

Playing both sides

Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra plays a special electronic program with Janoska Ensemble, a quartet from Slovakia as well known for the energy of their performances as their musical mastery. The ensemble plays across genres including jazz, pop and Latin beats and the program includes a rendition of the Beatles' hit song Yesterday as well as classics from Mozart and Bach, all played on a range of instruments including the double bass and the erhu.

(HK Edition 07/12/2019 page11)