The exhibition ‘Cosmos Archaeology: Exploration in Time and Space’, jointly organized by the Embassy of Switzerland in China, the National Museum of China (NMC ), and the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, with support from the Department of Astronomy and the Academy of Arts & Design at Tsinghua University, was officially unveiled at the NMC on July 2nd. This is the first Swiss exhibition held at the new NMC since its opening and marks a highlight in the celebrations of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Switzerland and China.
The exhibition brings together no fewer than 233 exhibits by 49 artists from the Collection de l’Art Brut, as well as pieces by four self-taught Chinese artists. It is the first comprehensive research-based presentation of the development of Art Brut in China.
Described by the international press as "a revelation, an exceptional pianist" whose "transcendent playing revels in multiple layers of genius and beauty," Beatrice Berrut is a highly talented pianist. She has had numerous concerts across Europe and the US and performed as a soloist with ensembles including the Orchestra della Svizzerra Italiana and the North Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. During her tour in China, the pianist will delight the audience with her marvelous interpretation of Schubert’s “Piano Sonata G major D894”, Heinz Holliger’s “Elis” in addition to “Après une Lecture de Dante” and two ballades from Liszt.
Thursday, 16.06.2016
– Thursday, 30.06.2016,
Pro Helvitia
Exhibition
Since the late 1950s, Swiss graphic design has been internationally renowned for its high quality that has won over audiences worldwide. This exhibition, which earned huge acclaim at the 2016 Shanghai Art Design earlier this year, presents an overview of 121 works from 77 Swiss contemporary designers. Come and discover a wide range of different design approaches and techniques from Switzerland. Collecting the different motives and influences, the exhibition also offers insights into the pursuit of perfection and refined craftsmanship that goes into creating visionary new designs.
Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts presents a series of events showcasing the fruit of the hard-work of their graduates every year. Two concerto-concerts will be held this year in June and the first one will be conducted by Swiss conductor/composer Patrick Furrer.
Location: Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Academy Concert Hall, 1 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
RISE Hong Kong 2016 is produced by Web Summit, Europe’s largest meeting of tech minds. Two Swiss startup companies TravelerFirst and Hubflux will be joining the conference where major global media, hundreds of investors and thousands of attendees for three days of legendary networking.
Location: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center, 1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Sunday, 29.05.2016
– Sunday, 29.05.2016
Cultural event; Movie; Event for Swiss nationals who live abroad
Heidi, the Girl from the Alps, written by Johanna Spyri in the 19th Century, became a world-wide successful children story. The latest movie-adaption has broken the Swiss box-office record after five weeks and is already the most successful movie made in Switzerland.
Location: Movie Theater “The Grand”, Level 2, Elements, Kowloon Station, 1 Austin Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Principal Flute of the Berlin Philharmonic since 1993, Emmanuel Pahud is a virtuoso very much in demand for recitals and concerts, and one of only a handful of classical flautists in the world to have a major recording career. In this dazzlingly diverse recital, Pahud partners with guitarist Christian Rivet to present to audiences in Hong Kong an exhilarating musical journey of 300 years across Europe, Asia and the Americas.
Location: HKAPA Hong Kong Jockey Club Amphitheatre, 1 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
