Tonight
Arts: Is your holiday missing a little magic? Local magician Gary Yau presents illusions based on the trials of everyday life in The Escape. Today and tomorrow, 8pm. Star Alliance Theatre, Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Road, Central. Tickets: $50 from Ticketek, 3128 8288
Saturday
Arts: Ring in the New Year with some classical sounds. The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra is hosting three concerts featuring classical guitarist Karin Schaupp. In keeping with the festive spirit, there will also be a lucky draw for the audience. A programme featuring Strauss, Vivaldi and Bernstein is in store. Viennese New Year And The Glittering Guitar. Dec 29 to 31, 8pm. Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall. Tickets: $90-$280 from Urbtix, 2734 9009
Nightlife: Legendary British DJ Carl Cox headlines the Loud and Proud party at Hitec alongside WestBam, Takkyu Ishino and local representative DJ Teng Boon. Tickets: $450 from all HMV stores
Monday
