That's PRD takes a look at the best of the month in Macau:
July 6 - Aug 12: International Arts Carnival 2018
Spanning over the course of five weeks, the International Arts Carnival is a child-oriented series of events that include film, museum and library programs, and just about every kind of children’s workshop you could think of: music, theatre, dance, culture, science, acrobatics, art and even puppetry – the festival has it all. This month, you can rest easy knowing that the little ones will be well entertained.
July 6 - Aug 12, times, locations and prices vary (hkiac.gov.hk)
July 13-14 The Palace of Eternal Life and Peony Pavilion – from Kunqu to Chinese Music
Kunqu is among the oldest theatrical genres to originate in China, and in 2001, UNESCO added it to their list of Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Both The Palace of Eternal Life and Peony Pavilion are renditions of famous love stories whose roots can be traced to the Ming and Qing dynasties. With musical support from the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, famed artist Zhang Jun will take viewers on a journey through time with his two masterpiece performances.
July 13-14, 8pm; HKD150-320. Concert Hall, Hong Kong Cultural Centre (http://www.hkculturalcentre.gov.hk)
Jul 21-22: Lan Kwai Fong Beer and Music Fest
With its well-known reputation for debauchery, it’s no surprise that a beer festival would take place at Lan Kwai Fong. With over 40 booths displaying 200-plus beer brands from across the globe, as well as games, eats and a variety of performances all day long, you won’t have to be a beer drinker to have a good time. But if you are, pace yourself!
Jul 21-22, 1pm to late; free admission. Lan Kwai Fong (www.lankwaifong.com)
Jul 27-29: Hong Kong International Darts Festival
The sport of darts has grown in popularity throughout Hong Kong in recent years, from a drunken bar game to, for some, a more competitive activity. After 3S Entertainment Group introduced the island to its first-ever darts festival last year, the second annual festival will include several live performances, a carnival and, of course, numerous darts matches with competitors from Hong Kong and around the world.
Jul 27-29, competition times vary; HKD380-580 (free admission to carnival). Star Hall, Kowloon Bay International Trade & Exhibition Centre (HKIDF.com.hk)
Jul 27-31: Ani-Com and Games Hong Kong
A massive amalgamation of entertainment, animation, toy, comic and game industry titans congregate at this enormous event each year – one of the biggest of its kind anywhere in Asia. Visitors can expect a weekend jam-packed with activities ranging from a cosplay carnival to model kit competitions to autograph signings, as well as a range of forums, presentations and live performances.
Jul 27-31, 10am-9pm; HKD35 (Tickets available at 7-11 and Circle K). Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (ani-com.hk)
Aug 4: Bob Dylan
American music icon Bob Dylan is returning to Hong Kong next month for what is expected to be one of the city’s hottest summer shows. Over the course of 50-odd years, the singer-songwriter has covered an eclectic range of musical genres, from blues to rock to folk and even gospel music. Most recently, Dylan made headlines after being awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature. To his fans, though, Dylan will remain most notable for his numerous hits (‘The Times They Are a-Changin,’ ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’ and ‘Like a Rolling Stone,’ to name a few) and celebrated voice. Tickets are sold out online, but if past concerts are any indication, there will be numerous scalpers to look out for.
Aug 4, 8.30pm; HKD488 and up. Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
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