B-ball for the China earthquake victims was played steet style and raised over 80,000 HKD last week in an all out exhibition match between AND1 U.S.A and local celebrities team which included Jaycee Chan. Jaycee made major cash by catching nothing but air 8 times in a row in a free throw contest. 24 Herbs, SIR JBS MC'd the game and the whole band kept the fans out of their seats during halftime. The final score didn't matter because everyone won on this night. Look for the next Streetball event -- it should not be missed.http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?id=955
Embassy is one of the most interesting of new galleries to open in Hong Kong. It is a incubator for new and emerging artists. Meet the founder, Gary Kramer and take a close look at this fascinating new creative space. Take a tour with us at http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?id=674
Hong Kong Heroes, our tribute to the great spirits of Hong Kong brings you the second in a series of champions. This week we will introduce you to Jocelyn Chow and Vance Lin. They shared with us the ups and downs of their Gobi Desert crossing race. Listen their tales of challenges and triumph at http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?id=675
Creative Spaces: This week, the series bring you to Atting House, a gallery in North Point, Hong Kong. Come and visit their latest exhibition: HK Unveiled and discover the most recognised Hong Kong’s contemporary artists. Listen to some of the exhibiting artists praise the efforts of curator Eric Leung and co-founder Johnson Chang at http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?contestid=&id=622. For more information on the gallery go to www.attinghouse.com.
A Hong Kong festival celebrating victory against evil ending by climbing a tower made of pastry buns and grabbing as many as possible? Well if that doesn't sound like fun, what does? Cheung Chau Bun Festival celebrates an ancient event when Cheung Chau’s residents disguised themselves as different deities to drive away evil spirits. On May 12, the SO-U.TV team was on the island to take in all the mayhem. Go to http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?contestid=&id=620 to watch the highlights of the day.
It is that time of year for the Dragons to emerge. Dragon boats that is.The SO-U.TV Asia2Extreme team went to the International Dragon Boat Festival Sunday, May 11. The event was held at Tai Wan To Beach (Power Station Beach), and attracted dragon boat teams and fans from as far away as Dubai. Check out http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?id=621 for the highlights of the day.
Banksy has captured the attention of the SO-U.TV team with a collection of previously unseen works in Hong Kong when Fabrik gallery hosted their LOVE ART show. This spectacular event displayed works from Bansky, the most controversial graffiti artist in the world. The show also included creations from Damien Hirst, Robert Indianna, Keith Haring, Romero Britto and Mel Ramos.Curators, Jurgen Abergas and Sean Coxall guide SO-U.TV and you on a personal tour of the exhibition. Go to http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?id=577 to watch the video.
Our Asia2Extreme team has found another high energy over the top event. We watched the ripped and buff pump up their pecs and clench their gluts at the Hong Kong Bodybuilding Championships 2008 on April 20, 2008. Find out more about the event @ http://www.hkbba.org. Watch the action at http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?id=573
Osage Gallery is one of Hong Kong's most respected art gallery. With locations on Hong Kong Island and Kwun Tong they provide a generous breadth of experience. The space in Kwun Tong, located in a revitalised industrial area, alternates between Art Foundation, not for profit exhibitions, and installations of spectacular commercial artists. The dramatic space is unique to Hong Kong that is used to precious little space. This enourmous warehouse style gallery has 14 foot tall ceilings and one wall that stretches 128 uninterrupted feet. Osage Gallery combines their installations with guest speaker and other educational activities to provide experienced and new art enthusiasts a well rounded and rich experience. For more information visit www.osagegallery.com. English with Chinese subtitles.http://www.so-u.tv/playVideo.php?contestid=&id=562
Pickle had a short but hard and cruel life. He was caged and neglected by mean humans. Listen to Sally Anderson talks about his struggle. Will he find a home? Let's support Hong Kong Dog Rescue's amazing work: www.hongkongdogrescue.com
A Glow Glow Macro Interactive Media Arts Exhibition takes it to the streets. Movie superstar Andy Lau opened the exhibit. Hong Kong LED artist, Teddy Lo premiered PHAEODARIA and United Visual Artists from the U.K. launched their awarding winning VOLUME for the first time in Asia. Thousands turned out to watch this amazing multimedia art spectacle of sound, light and motion on the Avenue of Stars. More information can be found at http://www.microwavefest.net/aglowglow/ and be sure to check out www.SO-U.TV to see more.
Skate Jam 2008: Worapoj 'Note' Boonnim, the world ranked Thai skater came to Hong Kong. Alex Cheung, Hong Kongs 3 event record holder in swimming, interviews the maniacs on wheels. The rollers dodged rabbits and wrestlers to fly high fly and fall hard all day long. But smooth was the order of busines as these skaters caught air and slid fine into the evening. The event organised by O22Y.com's Alan Mak was held at Mei Fu, Hong Kong. Chinese with English subtitles.
