Current & Forthcoming
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Exhibition: Constructing the Xiqu Centre
27.11.2019 to 31.12.2019, Atrium, Xiqu Centre
This exhibition of stunning photographs by photographer Ducky Tse documents the eight-year development process of the Xiqu Centre from initial design drafts to completed venue
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Princess Chang Ping
03.12.2019 to 14.12.2019, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
This Cantonese opera performance is presented by JV Entertainment Productions Ltd
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Global Museums in Shifting Times
07.12.2019, JC Cube Auditorium, Tai Kwun
In this M+ Matters | Keynote, Maria Balshaw, Director of Tate, discusses the significance of these projects and the institution’s overall strategy in the context of a global sociopolitical climate that is shifting more rapidly than ever
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Sigg Prize 2019 exhibition
07.12.2019 to 13.04.2020, M+ Pavilion, Art Park
Six shortlisted artists selected by an international jury of the inaugural Sigg Prize, present a range of mediums, including sculpture, site-specific installation, video and performance. The work featured in this exhibition address pressing questions that resonate across contexts
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The Music of Cantonese Opera
10.12.2019, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
This talk explores the wide range of musical elements used in Cantonese opera, looking at the different vocal styles used for male and female roles, and the use of percussive instruments and rhythmic melodies to enhance mood and narrative
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Community Engagement at the Core: Rethinking Museums for the Twenty-First Century
13.12.2019, Hotel Stage
In this talk, Kelly McKinley explores the ways in which museums are evolving in order to remain relevant and sustainable community resources in an increasingly divided and technology-driven world
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Music in the Atrium
14.12.2019 to 29.12.2019, Atrium, Xiqu Centre
Presented in the Xiqu Centre Atrium, our free performances of Chinese music by a changing line-up of invited professional troupes showcase a range of styles and traditional instruments
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West Kowloon Young Fellows Scheme (Performing Arts) 2019: Awardee Sharing Session
16.12.2019, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
In this session, Bonnie Chan Yuen-yan, one of our 2019 fellowship awardees, talks about the practice and findings of “Little Bean – Cantonese is Fun!” – a project providing fun Cantonese-language drama and music workshops to help ethnic minority children enhance their language proficiency
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Cantonese Opera presented by Gold Star Cantonese Opera Association
18.12.2019, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
This Cantonese Opera is presented by "Gold Star Cantonese Opera Association"
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Hong Kong Young Talent Cantonese Opera & Operatic Singing Gala
20.12.2019, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
The gala celebrates the achievements of the local Cantonese opera young talents who were the winners of the Interschool Cantonese Operatic Singing Competition during the past two decades
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Zentangle Drawing Workshop
21.12.2019, Studio, Xiqu Centre
Learn the basic techniques of this popular meditative drawing technique and create your own set of unique postcards in our Zentangle workshop
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Dream of The Peony Pavilion
21.12.2019, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
This performance is presented by Shan Opera
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Paper Doll Workshop: Cantonese Opera Roles and Costumes
22.12.2019, Atrium, Xiqu Centre
Learn about the costumes, colours and accessories worn by different characters in Cantonese opera plays in a fun free workshop for participants of all ages
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Cha Duk Chang Children's Cantonese Opera Association - Children’s Cantonese Opera
28.12.2019 to 29.12.2019, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Children’s Cantonese Opera will be presented by Cha Duk Chang Children's Cantonese Opera Association on 28 – 29 Dec 2019
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The Golden Age of Cantonese Opera
04.01.2020 to 05.01.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
This Cantonese opera performance is presented by Fung Cheung Hung Troupe
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The Legend of Mulan
10.01.2020 to 12.01.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Fung Cheung Hung Troupe’s production of the familiar classic The Legend of Mulan blends traditional Confucian concepts with contemporary dramatic elements. Opening with a war between good and evil that is resolved by Mulan’s love for her country, the story conveys an important message of world peace
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Cantonese Opera Movement Workshop – Spear Sparring
19.01.2020, Atrium, Xiqu Centre
Join this 30-minute family martial arts workshop and learn some basic martial art skills with an instructor from Cha Duk Chang Children’s Cantonese Opera Association
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Concert of Masterpieces of the Famous Screenwriter Mr Yip Shiu-tak (II)
20.01.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
This Cantonese Opera is presented by "Versatile Winner"
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2020 Hong Kong Arts Festival - Cantonese Opera – A Thorn Hairpin
10.03.2020 to 11.03.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
A Thorn Hairpin is retold by famous Cantonese opera playwright Yip Shiu-tak which is rarely staged in Hong Kong. For this production, audiences are in for a special treat: the lead roles are performed by on-and-off-screen star couple Law Kar-ying and Liza Wang with a star-studded cast of veteran Cantonese opera artists
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Floral Princess
20.03.2020 to 05.04.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Tong60+1 series: Floral Princess, His Butterflies, ArenA
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His Butterflies
21.03.2020 to 30.03.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Tong60+1 series: His Butterflies, Floral Princess, ArenA
