5. Theatre in Hong Kong

In fair Wan Chai, where we lay our scene, Action to the Word’s take on Romeo & Juliet will run at the Academy of the Performing Arts between 15 and 19 November. This modern rendition of one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies opened to glowing reviews in the UK and promises thrilling stagecraft with its Hong Kong tour. Elsewhere, a Cantonese version of the Mitch Albom classic Tuesdays with Morrie will bring tears to your eyes between 3 and 12 November, with acclaimed Hong Kong actor Alex Fong and theatre veteran Dominic Cheung starring as the play’s two leads.

If you’re ready to laugh yourself silly, comedian Masood Bomgaard will offer up questionable wellness advice with his show Masood Bomgaard Presents Self-Help Singh on 11 November. Starring Bomgaard and his alter-ego Self-Help Singh (a demotivational speaker and alternative life coach), you’ll come away with a few life lessons you probably didn’t need, but you’ll giggle all the way through.