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MGM China Raised MOP183,000 for Orbis through Valkyrie-Themed Pastry Sale

Bids Farwell to Monumental Art Installation Exhibition with a Taste of Sweetness 

[November 3, 2015 – Macau] While MGM China endeavors to bring in the foremost and creative artistic works to the region, the property also puts tremendous efforts into a wide range of philanthropic initiatives. In connection with “Joana Vasconcelos at MGM MACAU”, an exhibition that unveils the Valkyrie Octopus, MGM China launched the Joana Vasconcelos at MGM MACAU – Orbis Fundraising Program, from which the Company doubled-up all proceeds from the sale of the Valkyrie-themed pastry to support Orbis’ sight-saving projects around the globe. A check-presentation ceremony was held to mark the donation of the raised proceeds amounting to MOP183,000.

The exhibition was held in March this year at MGM MACAU, and ran until the end of October. During the exhibition, MGM China organized the “Joana Vasconcelos at MGM MACAU – Orbis Fundraising Program,with the support by Vasconcelos’ charity foundation, Fundação Joana Vasconcelos – Lisboa. Inspired by the vibrant colors of the Valkyrie Octopus, MGM’s Pastry Team created the Valkyrie-themed pastry, which were on sale between April and October 31.

Grant Bowie, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Limited, said, “The exhibition of Joana Vasconcelos’ Valkyrie Octopus at MGM MACAU may have ended, but the beauty of art, vision and compassion within our community stays with us. While we continue to bring in spectacles and unparalleled experiences to Macau, we are also dedicated to creating a better tomorrow today by giving back to the community.”

 “We are thankful to MGM and the artist, Joana Vasconcelos, whose beautiful collaboration brought colors and new hope to the lives of the visually impaired.  Orbis believes everyone has the right to sight and we are grateful MGM MACAU shares the same vision throughout these years,” said Vivian Lo, Director of Development at Orbis Macau.

The exhibition ran for eight months at MGM MACAU, and is the first ever exhibition in the China region for world-renowned contemporary Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos. This visionary installation not only highlights Macau’s historic role as an important bridge between China and Portugal for the past 500 years, but also opens a new chapter in cultural exchange between the two nations.

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  1. From left to right: Ms. Irene Wong, Vice President of Public & Community Relations of MGM China; Mr. Hans Hordijk, Vice President of Food & Beverage of MGM MACAU; Mr. Grant Bowie, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Limited; Ms. Vivian Lo, Director of Development of Orbis Macau; Chef Oliver Weber, Directory of Culinary of MGM and Ms. Sarah Rogers, Senior Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Responsibility.

 

About Orbis

Orbis is a nonprofit organization that works in developing countries to save sight worldwide. Orbis prevents and treats blindness through hands-on training, public health education, improved access to quality eye care, and partnerships with local health care organizations in an effort to eliminate avoidable blindness.

As a subsidiary of Orbis International, Orbis Macau was formally registered in Macau in 2006, aiming to raise public awareness regarding global blindness problem and call for the support from the local community. Over the years, Orbis Macau has promoted a variety of activities to help raise funds for Orbis’s sight-saving projects and advocate the importance of eye care and health issues. Engaging local corporations and schools through various joint campaign proved to be effective ways to drive support from employees and students in the fight against preventable blindness. To learn more about Orbis, please visit www.orbis.org.mo

 

About MGM China

MGM China (HKEx: 2282) is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in the Greater China region. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions/subconcessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and is developing a second resort, MGM COTAI which is expected to more than double our presence in the world’s largest gaming market, Macau.

MGM MACAU is a luxury integrated resort inspired by the arts with every element of the resort infused with creativity and style.  MGM MACAU has approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling.  MGM MACAU’s world class facilities include an Art Space dedicating over 8,000 square feet to display authentic works of art, conference and event facilities, an award-winning spa, and nine signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic craving. Our property is conveniently located on prime waterfront on the Macau Peninsula and is directly connected to the luxury retail shopping complex, One Central.

MGM COTAI designed as the “jewelry box” of Cotai, plans to offer approximately 1,500 hotel rooms and suites, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings and food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience.  MGM COTAI will offer Asia’s first dynamic theater and a spectacle to wow every guest who steps foot in our resort. MGM COTAI is being developed to drive greater product diversification and bring more advanced and innovative forms of entertainment to Macau as it grows as a global tourist destination. The US$3 billion project is expected to open in the fourth quarter of 2016.

MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage.  For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's website at www.mgmresorts.com.

For media enquiries, please contact:    

Irene Wong                     

Vice President of Public & Community Relations

MGM China                                                              

Tel: (853) 8802 2822                     

Email: irenewong@mgmchina.com.mo

Karen Lam                                                         

Assistant Public Relations Manager                  

MGM China                                                         

Tel: (853) 8802 3801                                            

Email:  karenlam@mgmchina.com.mo    

 

Juliana Kung                   

Assistant Public Relations Manager

MGM China

Tel: (853) 8802 3803

Email: julianakung@mgmchina.com.mo