Many of the Francophiles among you have probably attended several of the events presented as part of this year’s Le French May Arts Festival. If you’ve missed out, here’s a bit of a chance to catch up. We’re bringing you highlights of two very different forms of theatre performance: Corps extremes & Souvenirs.

During the 29,771 days of his life, the conceptual artist On Kawara developed a unique form of artistic expression. His aim was to document human existence, time, and place in an organised, chronological and meditative manner. On show at Tai Kwun Contemporary, “Rules of Freedom, Freedom of Rules” highlights several iconic series he created over five decades. Some of the works are on loan from private collectors and museums.


Ney Rosauro is one of the 20th century’s most important composers for percussion. His Marimba Concert No. 1 is the most popular marimba concerto of all time.
A native of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, he began learning his first musical instrument, the guitar, when he was around twelve years old. He studied composition and conducting at the Universidade de Brasilia. Just a year before his graduation, he had his first close contact with percussion instruments. It inspired him so much that he’s concentrated on percussion ever since. He’s in town this week for a concert with the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong that’s focusing on Brazilian folklore, music and fantasy. And he’s with us right now.