Kampong Gelam: Singapore’s Mecca for Cultures
Kampong Gelam, Singapore’s oldest urban quarter, is a rare gem that invites wanderlust-filled souls to immerse themselves in its vibrant multicultural charm.
Huang Yi & Kuka: A Dance with the Future
Huang Yi & Kuka, a powerful duet between human and robot, compels us to reflect on our roles in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence — and to consider whether robots might one day achieve sentience.
Hakka Bayin: A Living Cultural Memory
Hakka Bayin is more than a music style — it’s a gateway to understanding the Hakka people — their culture, their history of dispersal, migration and settlement, and their way of life on the island of Taiwan.
Wander in India: Jaipur
To this day, Jaipur remains my favourite city in North India, perhaps because wandering its streets offers an authentic glimpse into a culture less diluted than that of the bustling metropolis of Delhi or the tourist-driven Agra.
Spotlight on Jewellery: “The Adorned Body” Exhibition at HKPM
A special exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM) presents a stunning exploration of French fashion from the 18th to early 20th century. Join me as we dive into the exquisite jewels that define the era’s opulence and refined taste.
Poetry in Motion: The Floating World of Chen Chih-Kwan
As both an artist and architect, Chen Chih-Kwan’s ink paintings invite viewers into a mesmerising experience — one where they are no longer bound by a single perspective but are free to wander through a fluid, ever-changing landscape within the artist’s imaginative world.
“Hello, Hong Kong” from the Peak
Following my recent trip, I wrote my second letter to Hong Kong — a place where I once called home.
Reflections on The Modern and Contemporary Korean Calligraphy Exhibition
The Modern and Contemporary Korean Calligraphy exhibition is the first comprehensive survey of its kind in Taiwan. But with most Taiwanese unable to read Korean scripts, how can it resonate, and what insights can we gain from it?
Wu Opera: Where China’s Traditions Unite
At the Chinese Opera Festival 2024 in Hong Kong, the Zhejiang Wuju Art Research Centre presented Sun Wukong Thrice Beats the White Bone Spirit, a Wu opera play that reimagines this beloved classic with a fresh, innovative approach, blending tradition with one-of-a-kind interpretations.
A Passion for Silk: Weaving Cultures from China to Europe
A Passion for Silk, currently on display at the City University of Hong Kong, invites us to traverse the Silk Road and uncover the ancient history of silk — a material once valued as highly as gold.