Experience a Portuguese Jazz Christmas Feast
This Christmas, come to the Dom Pedro V Theatre in Macao for a spectacular Portuguese jazz feast! The Cultural Affairs Bureau proudly presents the "Jazz Up" Christmas Concert, bringing a dazzling night that combines jazz, food, and Portuguese culture to China's first Western-style theatre.
Featured Artists & Performances
- Zé Eduardo & Jazz Mission Big Band: Led by Portuguese jazz giant Zé Eduardo, this big band features top jazz musicians from Portugal and across Europe. Zé Eduardo is a renowned composer, performer, and educator with deep ties to Macao, having performed at the first Macao International Jazz Festival in 1979.
- Marta Garrett: A jazz singer-songwriter from Lisbon known for her love of jam sessions and versatility across Brazilian music, hip-hop, and soul.
- Sofia Rodrigues: An emerging Portuguese jazz vocalist with a distinctive contralto voice, offering a modern tribute to the golden age of jazz.
- Local Macao Talent: The concert will also feature Macao singers Chan Lok Sze and Chan Yee Lei, alongside musicians Lam Chak Seng, Wong Wing Ho, and Chan Hon Chong, showcasing the cultural connection between Macao and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Savor Portuguese Christmas Flavors
Before the concert, a pre-show reception will be held in the theatre's portico, featuring Portuguese and Christmas-themed canapés and drinks curated by a local Portuguese cuisine chef. Enjoy this unique tasting experience amidst romantic Christmas lights and the neoclassical UNESCO World Heritage architecture.
Event Details
- Date: December 21–25, 2024
- Venue: Dom Pedro V Theatre (崗頂劇院)
- Admission: Ticketed (Not Free)
- Highlights: A curated program of classic jazz tunes and Christmas carols arranged specifically for the Macao audience.
About the Venue
The Dom Pedro V Theatre, built in 1860, is recognized as the first Western-style theatre in China and is a key part of Macao's Historic Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
