Current & Forthcoming
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The Stage Movements of Cantonese Opera
26.01.2021 to 23.02.2021, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre and live-streaming
This talk looks at how acting, martial arts and dance are combined in Cantonese opera stage movement to create patterns of formulaic gesture that help define character and contribute to the unfolding of plot
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Tea House Theatre Student Matinees (English)
01.02.2021 to 31.03.2021, Xiqu Centre
This English-language programme for schools offers non-Chinese speaking secondary students an introduction to Cantonese opera through a guided tour of the Xiqu Centre and a narrated performance in the Tea House Theatre
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Boomabliss 2021 Cantonese Opera Extravaganza
21.02.2021 to 28.02.2021, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Boomabliss Cantonese Opera Troupe was established by Dr. Law Ka-ying and Dr. Liza Wang. We are proud to present a series of Cantonese Opera: “Legend of the Red Peony”, “The Sassy Princes”, “Love of the Seventh Fairy Maiden”, “Heroic Treason” and “Life's Blessing to a Timid Husband” this year
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19.03.2021 to 23.03.2021, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
The series comprises five iconic xiqu films, each highlighting a different opera genre and starring an esteemed female xiqu artist. From rare footage of xiqu performers to modern adaptations of period dramas, these screen gems tell women’s stories from ancient China that still resonate today
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Cantonese Opera Movement Workshop – Mime a Carriage
21.03.2021, Atrium, Xiqu Centre
On 21 March 2021, join us with a friend or partner at our Atrium workshop and let the tutors of Cha Duk Chang Children’s Cantonese Opera Association guide you through the basic techniques for miming a carriage
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The D. H. Chen Foundation – West Kowloon Tea House Student Matinees
01.02.2019 to 31.07.2021, Xiqu Centre
Specially devised for Secondary one to four students, The D. H. Chen Foundation – West Kowloon Tea House Student Matinees offer a fun and interactive way to learn about xiqu and Chinese culture
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Tea House Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Tea House Theatre Experience due to take place from 3 to 31 December 2020 have been cancelled. Ticketing enquiries: (852) 2200 0022
