Genius artistic director thrilled audiences around the world with his imagination, originality and showmanship in dozens of shows seen by more than 100 million people.
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Thought-provoking works created by artist Yuen Wai-Ip over 30 years reflect on his life and the society he lives in. Expo closes on 5 February.
The cuisine was included in the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Macau in 2012 and in the list of representative items of the National Intangible Culture last year.
Despite no artists from overseas, and reduced budget, fest looks set to deliver a month of inspiring entertainment.
Fest features master class by contemporary filmmaker Zhou Hao, and 30 films including celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain’s take on Michelin-starred restaurants.
Digital technology to be used to monitor eight squares, 22 properties and 72 streets to fine-tune conservation and improve the conservation mechanism.
Mandarin’s House, Dom Pedro V Theatre and Navy Yard head up Cultural Affairs Bureau plans; aim to encourage more buskers and overseas film crews.
Revitalisation of 10 Mong-Ha Villas in Avenida do Coronel Mesquita also taking shape, says Cultural Affairs Bureau president Leong Wai Man.
The important document mentions gifts sent by King João V, including firearms and red wine, while Emperor Yongzheng sent valuable objects like ginger, tea and porcelain to Portugal.