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Press Releases from Asia Society Hong Kong Center

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April 18, 2019 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center appoints Anne Chiou as Head of Programs (Business & Policy)  |  English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

April 1, 2019 - ASIA ARTS GAME CHANGER AWARDS HONG KONG 2019 Photo Release | English & Chinese Press Release

March 29, 2019 - ASIA SOCIETY HONORS FOUR ARTISTS FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO CONTEMPORARY ARTS AT ASIA ARTS GAME CHANGER AWARDS HONG KONG 2019 | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

March 22, 2019 - ASIA SOCIETY HONG KONG CENTER ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF TWO NEW TRUSTEES| English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

March 13, 2019 - A Story of Light: Hon Chi-fun and Yukaloo by James Turrell  Joint Opening Ceremony Photo Release | English & Chinese Photo Release /

March 12, 2019 -Asia Society Hong Kong Center presents A Story of Light: Hon Chi-fun and Yukaloo by James Turrell Connect the world by sharing their story of LIGHT | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

February 28, 2019 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center presents Art in March A diverse line-up of art exhibitions, programs and events| English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

February 26, 2019 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Mourns the Loss of Honored Artist Hon Chi-fun | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

February 1, 2019 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center presents A Story of Light: Hon Chi-fun, the first career-spanning exhibition of the groundbreaking local artist in over a decade | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

February 1, 2019 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center presents Yukaloo by James Turrell, the artist's first installation at an institution in Hong Kong | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

January 28, 2019 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center‘s first Chamber opera Mila Nominated for Classical: NEXT Innovation Award | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

October 8, 2018 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center appointed Katherine Don as Head of Arts & Cultural Development | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

September 18, 2018 - Exhibition  Poetry and Charm: Feng Zikai Meets Takehisa Yumeji at ASHK |  Traditional Chinese Press Release / Simplified Chinese Press Release

September 11, 2018 - Exhibition The Hong Kong Jockey Club Presents –Song of Spring: Pan Yu-Lin in Paris Opens at The Asia Society Hong Kong Center, Treasured Works Including Grade One Cultural Relics On Major Display From Now To January 6, 2019 | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

June 29, 2018 - Exhibition “Double Take – The Asia Photographs of Brian Brake and Steve McCurry” Travels with Asia Society Hong Kong Center to Shanghai |  English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

June 15, 2018 - Release Asia Society Hong Kong Center Announces Movers & Shakers Fireside Chat Program A 12-month Student Program Sponsored by Ng Teng Fong Charitable Foundation Limited | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release

May 17, 2018 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Hosts International Day of Yoga on June 17 | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release 

April 4, 2018 - Asia Society Announces the Opening of Japan Center and new appointment | Press Release 

April 3, 2018 - Asia Society Recognizes Contribution of Asian Artists To contemporary Arts at ASIA ARTS GAME CHANGER AWARDS HONG KONG | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release 

March 12, 2018 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Announces Rich Line-Up of Art in March Activities | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release 

February 13, 2018 -  Challenging the Traditional Role of Education by Breaking Boundaries and Building Bridges. Leading change-makers explore transformational opportunities for Hong Kong’s students to develop a global perspective | English Press Release / Chinese Press Release 

February 6, 2018 -  The Largest Exhibition of Legendary American Artist Robert Indiana in Hong Kong to-date. LOVE Long:  Robert Indiana & Asia Features Iconic Text-based Works in Dialogue with Contemporary Asian Artists| English Press Release / Chinese Press Release / Photo Release

January 11, 2018 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Launches World Premiere of Chamber Opera “Mila” Unique contemporary opera that focuses on Hong Kong’s cultural and social character| English / Chinese

December 13, 2017 - Distinguished world leaders Ban Ki-moon and Julia Gillard To Speak At Asia Society Hong Kong Center Gala Dinner “Navigating the Future: The Road Ahead” | English / Traditional Chinese / Simplified Chinese

November 22, 2017 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Celebrates Naming of Lippo Amphitheater| English / Chinese

November 7, 2017 - Exploring the Impact of Vocational Education and Innovation on Cultivating China’s Talent Pool| English / Chinese

November 1, 2017 -  Asia Society Names New Board Leaders, Launches $135M Capital Campaign | English / Chinese

September 26, 2017 -The Hong Kong Jockey Club Presents –Painting Her Way: The Ink Art of Fang Zhaoling Opens at The Asia Society Hong Kong Center(Photo Release) | English / Chinese

September 25, 2017 -The Hong Kong Jockey Club Presents –Painting Her Way: The Ink Art of Fang Zhaoling Opens at The Asia Society Hong Kong Center| English / Chinese

September 21, 2017 -  Philanthropic Giving by Chinese and Chinese Americans is Soaring | English / Chinese

May 24, 2017 - Culinary Expert to Light Up Your Taste Buds with Flavorful Munchies Featuring Unique Indonesian Spices | English / Chinese

May 22, 2017 - ASHK Announces Extension of Breathing Space Exhibition | English / Chinese

April 25, 2017- MetLife Foundation-Asia Society Economic Inclusion Series Social Mobility for Youth: Escaping Poverty in Developing Asia| English

March 24, 2017 - Art World Dignitaries Gather In Hong Kong Honoring Asia Arts Game Changers and Raising Funds for Asia Society’s Worldwide Arts Initiatives | English / Chinese

March 10, 2017 - ASHK and local artists join hands together to lead citizens searching for their own space and showcase Hong Kong art to the world | English / Chinese

March 6, 2017 - “Asian Cultural Council - Asia Society Series on the Arts” Debuts | English / Chinese

January 27, 2017 - Internationally Acclaimed Philippine Cinema at Asia Society Hong Kong Center | English

January 27, 2017- Asia Society Hong Kong Center and Ayala Museum announce exciting new benefits for members| English 

January 19, 2017 - The Mari-Cha Lion leads the pack in bringing Good Fortune to Hong Kong | English / Chinese

November 3, 2016 - Closing the Gap in China’s Labor Market for Sustainable Economic Growth | English / Chinese

September 22, 2016 - MetLife Foundation and Asia Society Hong Kong Center Join Forces to Address Income Inequality in Asia English version

September 8, 2016 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center and METLIFE join hands together to celebrate Asia Society’s 60th Anniversary with iconic images by famed photographers Brain Brake and Steve McCurry | English version / Chinese version

July 4, 2016 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Congratulates Tod Williams and Billie Tsien on being picked as lead architects for the Obama Presidential Center | English version / Chinese version

April 15, 2016 - MetLife Foundation and Asia Society Hong Kong Center Join Forces to Promote Economic Inclusion English version

March 20, 2016 - Art World Dignitaries Gather At 2016 Asia Society's Asia Arts Awards Gala Event Recognizing Asia Artist Game Changers and Raise Funds For Worldwide Initiatives English version / Chinese version

March 19, 2016 - Hailed As A Great Artist of Our Time, Award-Winning Inter-Disciplinary Artist Shen Wei Opens First Major Solo Exhibition at Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version

March 14, 2016 - Internationally Renowned Artist Shahzia Sikander Kicks Off Asia Society Hong Kong Center's Art Offerings During Hong Kong Arts Month English version / Chinese version

January 28, 2016 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Wins Prestigious AIA Architecture Award English version / Chinese version

January 21, 2016 - INDIA BY THE BAY Presented by Teamwork Arts in Partnership with Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version

January 20, 2016 - Hong Kong’s Art Scene Shines in Global Spotlight Again As Asia Society Hong Kong Center Announces Date of the Asia Arts Awards and Unprecedented Presentation of Two Extraordinary Exhibitions English version / Chinese version

January 5, 2016 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Presents Imminent Domain in Singapore in January 2016 Showcasing Provoking Hong Kong Designs English version / Chinese version

November 20, 2015 - Antony Gormley to Engage in Cross Cultural Discussion at Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version

November 19, 2015 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Proudly Supports "Appreciate Hong Kong" Campaign with Free Admission to Chantal Miller Gallery English version / Chinese version

October 20, 2015 - Asia Society Announces Speakers for the Second Arts & Museum Summit in Hong Kong (Nov 19–20, 2015) English version / Chinese version

October 15, 2015 - Chantal Miller Gallery Official Unveiling: Celebrating an important moment for Arts and Culture in Hong Kong English version / Chinese version / PHOTO GALLERY

September 15, 2015 - Bat Cave: Treasures of the Day and Creatures of the Night Opens at the Asia Society Hong Kong Center Chantal Miller Gallery English version / Chinese version

September 1, 2015 - Bat Cave: Treasures of the Day and Creatures of the Night: Chinese Treasures meet Contemporary Chinese Art pieces by Sun Xun English version / Chinese version

August 9, 2015 - “Life is Only One – Imagination of Life” Art Competition receives an enthusiastic response English version / Chinese version

July 28, 2015 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center farewells Life is Only One: Yoshitomo Nara exhibition with Open-House event SayoNARAEnglish version / Chinese version

June 14, 2015 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Holds Earthquake Fundraiser Nepal Family Day English version / Chinese version

April 25, 2015 - "The great urban transformation": Nobel Laureates call on cities to tackle sustainability challenge English version / Chinese version English Memorandum / Traditional Chinese Memorandum / Simplifed Chinese Memorandum

April 23, 2015 - 4th Nobel Laureates Symposium on Global Sustainability "4C:"Changing Climate, Changing Cities opens at Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version

March 11, 2015 - Asia Society Honors Artists Shahzia Sikander, Do Ho Suh, Wucius Wong, Xu Bing at Third Annual Asia Society Art Gala English version / Chinese version

March 5, 2015 - Life is Only One: Yoshitomo Nara Opens at The Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version

February 17, 2015 - Iconic artist Yoshitomo Nara opens first major solo exhibition in Hong Kong at Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version English fact sheet / Chinese fact sheet

January 23, 2015 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center and Morgan Stanley Presesnt The Morgan Stanley-Asia Society Chinese New Year Family Day English version

January 7, 2015 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Presents Heritage Revealed - Transformation of the Heritage Site to Modern Utilization for the Hong Kong Community English version / Chinese version

November 3, 2014 - Two of the World's Greatest Archaeological Finds - The Dead Sea Scrolls and Gabriel Revelation Stone from the Israel Museum, Jerusalem - go on display for the first time in Hong Kong from tomorrow at the Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version

May 30, 2014 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Presents Panel Discussion - Hong Kong, London, New York: How Resilient Cities Minimize Disruption, Recover and Adapt English version

May 15, 2014 - Leading Cultural Figures Attend Asia Society Art Gala, Launching Art Basel in Hong Kong English version / Chinese version

May 12, 2014 - Asia Society Honors Artists Bharti Kher, Liu Guosong, Takashi Murakami & Zhang Xiaogang at Second Annual Art Gala in Hong Kong English version / Chinese version

May 8, 2014 - Robert W. Miller Makes Major Donation to the Asia Society Hong Kong Center - HK$100M to Promote Hong Kong's Emerging Talent in the Arts English version / Chinese version

May 7, 2014 - Renowned Chinese Contemporary Artist Xu Bing Opens First Solo Exhibition in Hong Kong at Asia Society Hong Kong Center with New Commissioned Works English version / Chinese version

May 5, 2014 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center at Art Basel in Hong Kong 2014 English version / Chinese Version

March 11, 2014 - One of the Most Valuable Paintings in the World by One of the Most Important Artists of All Time – Caravaggio’s Supper at Emmaus – Arrives in Hong Kong Exhibition Opens at the Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version Chinese version

February 25, 2014 - One of the World’s Most Valuable Paintings – Caravaggio’s Supper at Emmaus – to be Exhibited at the Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version

January 21, 2014 - Continuous Horizons: Contemporary Art for Asia Press Release English version (For further quotations, please click here)

November 21, 2013 - Thanksgiving Barbecue and Gala Dinner with Benjamin Ford at Asia Society Hong Kong Center Press Release English version / Chinese version

October 28, 2013 - No Country: Contemporary Art for South and Southeast Asia Exhibition Opening Release English version / Chinese version

October 21, 2013 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Unveils Joseph Lau and Josephine Lau Roof Garden English version / Chinese version

September 3, 2013 - No Country: Contemporary Art for South and Southeast Asia Investigates the Diversity of Contemporary Artistic Practice in the Region English version / Chinese version

May 13, 2013 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center presents Light Before Dawn: Unofficial Chinese Art 1974-1985 English version / Chinese version

January 31, 2013 - Golden Opportunity to meet with 12 Top Local Creative Designers at Asia Society Hong Kong Center English version / Chinese version

November 30, 2012 - Shanghai Nightingale: A Musical Evening with Soprano Yin Huang English version

October 2, 2012 - To Kill a Mockingbird Premiered in Hong Kong English version / Chinese version

September 25, 2012 - When Gold Blossoms: Indian Jewelry from the Susan L. Beningson Collection English version / Chinese version

September 21, 2012 - Asia Society Hong Kong Center Announces Appointment of Executive Director English version / Chinese version

March 12, 2012 - Resignation of Executive Director Edith Ngan Chan English Version

March 8, 2012 - "Women's Healthcare - Asia's Report Card" program launched on International Women's Day English Version

February 10, 2012 - The Hong Kong Jockey Club Former Explosives Magazine Transformed into cultural hub - Asia Society Hong Kong Center English Version

February 7, 2012 - New Asia Society Hong Kong Gallery Opens with "Transforming Minds: Buddism in Art" English Version