Asia Art Weekly News Bulletin – ISSUE 20 Week of 23 June 2025
(1) Tech meets art in Hong Kong showcase display
An interactive art-tech exhibition in Shanghai showcases Hong Kong’s innovation, creativity and global appeal across immersive themed zones.
(2) Korean Group HADDANGSE Debuts Award-Winning Multimedia Theatre Waiting! at Hong Kong’s International Arts Carnival
The International Arts Carnival (IAC) in Hong Kong will feature “Waiting!”, a Korean multimedia theatre hit that takes audiences on a whimsical undersea journey using cardboard sets, glowing effects, and playful, wordless storytelling.
(3) The Hong Kong-Macao Visual Art Biennale has opened in Beijing
The Hong Kong-Macao Visual Art Biennale in Beijing celebrates regional creativity through contemporary works exploring culture, identity and cross-border dialogue.
(4) Hong Kong Tourism Board Brings a Taste of The City to Art Basel in Basel
The carnival celebrated Chinese culture through lively performances, traditional crafts, and interactive activities that brought intangible heritage to life for thousands of visitors.
(1) Tech meets art in Hong Kong showcase display
(Photo Credit: China Daily)
An interactive art and technology exhibition promoting Hong Kong’s dynamism opened in Shanghai, inviting visitors from across the Yangtze River Delta to explore the city’s strengths in tourism, education, business, and investment. Running under the theme “Hong Kong – Where the World Looks Ahead,” the event features a variety of immersive displays using virtual imagery and 3D visuals.
The exhibition includes five themed zones: Financial Bridgehead, I&T Brain Bank, Blossoming Creativity, Diversity and Greenery, and Buzzing Sports Action, each highlighting a unique feature of Hong Kong’s identity. Visitors can explore interactive lightbox displays, naked-eye 3D content, and art installations that celebrate the city’s modernity and cultural richness.
Jointly organised by the Hong Kong SAR’s Information Services Department and the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Shanghai, this Shanghai stop is the sixth in a global tour. Previous editions have been held across mainland China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East since July 2023, aiming to strengthen ties and promote Hong Kong’s international standing.
News Source: https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202506/22/WS6858213aa310a04af22c7baf.html
(2) Korean Group HADDANGSE Debuts Award-Winning Multimedia Theatre Waiting! at Hong Kong’s International Arts Carnival
(Photo Credit: HKSAR Government Press Releases)
The IAC in Hong Kong is set to feature the award-winning Korean multimedia theatre show “Waiting!” by the art group HADDANGSE this August. Known for its imaginative storytelling, the performance follows a young girl named Bada on a magical deep-sea adventure as she searches for her father. Audiences can expect blacklight effects, glowing underwater creatures, and playful, wordless storytelling that delights all ages.
The production, which impressed crowds at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, uses simple materials like cardboard and creative lighting to transform the stage into a vibrant ocean world. Its strength lies in humour, heart, and clever visuals, allowing everyone to follow the story regardless of language.
“Waiting!” has earned several accolades, including top honours at the 2024 Seoul Children’s Theatre Awards. HADDANGSE’s unique style encourages audience participation, turning theatre-goers into part of the story. The show joins a diverse IAC line-up running from 11 July to 17 August 2025, which includes dance, acrobatics, music, film, workshops, and more.
News Source: https://www.bastillepost.com/global/article/4967400-korean-group-haddangse-debuts-award-winning-multimedia-theatre-waiting-at-hong-kongs-international-arts-carnival
(3) The Hong Kong-Macao Visual Art Biennale has opened in Beijing
(Photo Credit: The Macao News)
The Hong Kong-Macao Visual Art Biennale has opened in Beijing, showcasing a wide range of artwork from Hong Kong, Macao and the Chinese mainland. The exhibition highlights contemporary cultural expression and includes 30 pieces by 10 Macao-based artists, using media such as painting, photography, video and immersive installations to explore personal interpretations of the region.
The opening ceremony took place at the National Centre for the Performing Arts. This stop in Beijing follows previous exhibitions in Hangzhou and Nanjing, and the biennale will continue to Guangzhou and Shenzhen after 13 July 2025. The event offers a platform for broader exposure of Macao’s artistic talent and cultural identity.
Under the theme “Integration and Dialogue”, the biennale blends traditional and modern elements, including intangible heritage, innovation and design. It is jointly organised by cultural bodies from Hong Kong, Macao and mainland China, aiming to foster deeper artistic exchange and understanding across regions.
News Source: https://macaonews.org/life/arts-culture/hong-kong-macao-visual-art-biennale-beijing-macau/
(4) Hong Kong Tourism Board Brings a Taste of The City to Art Basel in Basel
(Photo Credit: The Government of HKSAR)
The “Encountering Chinese Culture” Carnival, part of the 2025 Chinese Culture Festival, attracted around 18,000 attendees to Sha Tin Town Hall and New Town Plaza on 22 June 2025. Through dynamic stage shows, traditional music, folk dances, and “Vibrant ICH” performances, visitors enjoyed a rich celebration of Chinese intangible cultural heritage (ICH), featuring artists from both Hong Kong and the Mainland.
Booth activities allowed the public to engage directly with crafts such as brush making, cheongsam tailoring, puppetry, and gold leaf decoration, while younger participants took part in storytelling sessions and interactive exhibits. Programmes like the “Library-on-Wheels” and “Mobile ICH” van helped deepen understanding of heritage through books, games, and creative workshops.
Presented by the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau and running until September, the Chinese Culture Festival 2025 offers more than 280 programmes. Its goal is to promote traditional Chinese culture, foster cultural pride, and create platforms for international exchange through the arts.
News Source: https://www.info.gov.hk/gia/general/202506/22/P2025062000776.htm
