30
May
31
May
A Groovy Kind of Love Concert
As a multi-talented singer, Raymond has an extensive repertoire that spans Chinese and Western classical music, folk music as well as popular songs. At his coming concerts at the Academy for the Performing Arts, he will regale audiences with his trademark lyrical numbers, as well as present some of his new compositions. Raymond is also a staunch supporter of youth development work, and he will donate all proceeds from the concert to the Hong Kong Association of Youth Development. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy good music and contribute to society at the same time!
Date:30 May (Fri) - 31 May (Sat)
Venue:HK Jockey Club Amphitheatre
20
May
Paul Taylor – 100% in English
Paul Taylor – 100% in English
Paul makes fun of the French and they love it. Or they tell him to go back to England! After 3 sell-out bilingual world tours, Paul shares his story of being a British expat in France, this time 100% in English. Hold onto your berets!
Personal Bio
Paul Taylor is a British comedian who has been living in France since 2009. His trademark is poking fun at the French and the French lifestyle, as well as at himself, by sharing his offbeat expat experiences, including linguistic misunderstandings and cultural mix-ups.
In 2016, he released his first bilingual show, "#FRANGLAIS," to phenomenal success. He followed it up with his second and third shows, "So British (ou presque)" and "Bisoubye". With this trilogy of bilingual shows, Paul has captivated tens of thousands of spectators with sold-out performances in the most prestigious of venues in France and around the world.
Alongside his stage performances, Paul has also ventured into creating video content. Spotted early in his career by the French TV channel Canal+, he developed and produced the hit TV show “WTF France," which catapulted him into the limelight. Paul’s online videos now have hundreds of millions of views, and he has over 1.5 million followers on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
Paul makes fun of the French and they love it. Or they tell him to go back to England! After 3 sell-out bilingual world tours, Paul shares his story of being a British expat in France, this time 100% in English. Hold onto your berets!
Personal Bio
Paul Taylor is a British comedian who has been living in France since 2009. His trademark is poking fun at the French and the French lifestyle, as well as at himself, by sharing his offbeat expat experiences, including linguistic misunderstandings and cultural mix-ups.
In 2016, he released his first bilingual show, "#FRANGLAIS," to phenomenal success. He followed it up with his second and third shows, "So British (ou presque)" and "Bisoubye". With this trilogy of bilingual shows, Paul has captivated tens of thousands of spectators with sold-out performances in the most prestigious of venues in France and around the world.
Alongside his stage performances, Paul has also ventured into creating video content. Spotted early in his career by the French TV channel Canal+, he developed and produced the hit TV show “WTF France," which catapulted him into the limelight. Paul’s online videos now have hundreds of millions of views, and he has over 1.5 million followers on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
Date:20 May (Tue)
Venue:HK Jockey Club Amphitheatre
16
May
01
Jun
Paradise of the Suck
Please refer to Chinese
Date:16 May (Fri) - 01 Jun (Sun)
Venue:Academy Lyric Theatre
12
May
17
May
Academy Drama: DNA
Date:12 May (Mon) - 17 May (Sat)
Venue:Academy Studio Theatre
08
May
25
May
My Grandmother's Funeral (11th Rerun)
Renowned Hong Kong playwright and actress Wong Wing Sze is best known for her solo performance My Grandmother’s Funeral. Born into a Taoist family specializing in funeral rites but raised with a Catholic education, she was deeply moved by her grandmother’s elaborate Taoist funeral in 2006. This experience inspired a year of research and a collaboration with esteemed director Lee Chun Chow, resulting in a landmark one-woman show that won her the Hong Kong Drama Award for Best Actress (Comedy/Farce).
Premiering in 2008, My Grandmother’s Funeral blends dark humor with deep emotion. Performed ten times over 17 years to sold-out audiences, it remains a beloved and enduring work in Hong Kong theatre.
Premiering in 2008, My Grandmother’s Funeral blends dark humor with deep emotion. Performed ten times over 17 years to sold-out audiences, it remains a beloved and enduring work in Hong Kong theatre.
Date:08 May (Thu) - 25 May (Sun)
Venue:Rita Tong Liu Drama Theatre
08
May
10
May
School of Dance Summer Performances
Date:08 May (Thu) - 10 May (Sat)
Venue:HK Jockey Club Amphitheatre
07
May
10
May
Academy Musical: What the Buddha Said
Inspired by Original Chinese Novel Journey to the West & Anthony Chan’s play of the same name
Date:07 May (Wed) - 10 May (Sat)
Venue:Academy Lyric Theatre
18
Nov
23
Nov
Academy Drama: Diebe by Dea Loher
Date:18 Nov (Mon) - 23 Nov (Sat)
Venue:Academy Studio Theatre
15
Oct
17
Oct
HKAPA PerformTech Symposium 2024: Staging the Future of Performing Arts
Experience the future of performing arts technology and education at the HKAPA PerformTech Symposium 2024: Staging the Future of Performing Arts. Presented by The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, this is a global gathering that unites students, artists, educators, and professionals in a dynamic exploration of the evolving landscape of the performing arts.
Dive into a realm where artistic boundaries are reimagined and traditional practices are reshaped by the seamless integration of cutting-edge technology in the Digital Age. Over the course of three immersive days, HKAPA PerformTech Symposium 2024: Staging the Future of Performing Arts will host a lineup of distinguished guest speakers who will delve into the profound impact of technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, on theatrical practices, scenography, film production, and arts education.
The showcase performance collaborated by artists and students will transcend conventional norms, as dance and music intertwine with groundbreaking technologies, unlocking new dimensions of artistic expression and pushing the boundaries of creativity to unparalleled heights.
Join us as we embark on a profound exploration of the symbiotic relationship between technology and the performing arts, and witness firsthand the emergence of new talents and possibilities in the digital age.
Dive into a realm where artistic boundaries are reimagined and traditional practices are reshaped by the seamless integration of cutting-edge technology in the Digital Age. Over the course of three immersive days, HKAPA PerformTech Symposium 2024: Staging the Future of Performing Arts will host a lineup of distinguished guest speakers who will delve into the profound impact of technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, on theatrical practices, scenography, film production, and arts education.
The showcase performance collaborated by artists and students will transcend conventional norms, as dance and music intertwine with groundbreaking technologies, unlocking new dimensions of artistic expression and pushing the boundaries of creativity to unparalleled heights.
Join us as we embark on a profound exploration of the symbiotic relationship between technology and the performing arts, and witness firsthand the emergence of new talents and possibilities in the digital age.
Date:15 Oct (Tue) - 17 Oct (Thu)
Venue:
12
Oct
Academy Production: Interstage 2024: SOPHY WONG
Date:12 Oct (Sat)
Venue:Rita Tong Liu Drama Theatre
31
May
(Wed)
Academy Horn Masterclass by German Hornsound
Founded in 2010 by four graduates of the French horn class of Christian Lampert at the State University of Music and the Performing Arts Stuttgart, german hornsound has earned a strong international reputation based on its exceptional profile. With their new concert formats and creative program concepts the could debut at nearly all music festivals in German-speaking Europe over the past years.
The four horn players have positions in professional orchestras: the Düsseldorf Symphony, the Hanover State Opera House, the Konzerthausorchester Berlin and the Bamberg Symphony.
Besides their concert activities, german hornsound focuses on youth development and young talents. They performed education programs in the Philharmonie Luxemburg as well as in the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg. They founded the GHS academy which offers workshops and masterclass for all levels of horn playing: for young beginners, for soloists and ensembles participating the german youth competition “Jugend musiziert”, for students, professionals and ambitioning hobby hornists.
The four horn players have positions in professional orchestras: the Düsseldorf Symphony, the Hanover State Opera House, the Konzerthausorchester Berlin and the Bamberg Symphony.
Besides their concert activities, german hornsound focuses on youth development and young talents. They performed education programs in the Philharmonie Luxemburg as well as in the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg. They founded the GHS academy which offers workshops and masterclass for all levels of horn playing: for young beginners, for soloists and ensembles participating the german youth competition “Jugend musiziert”, for students, professionals and ambitioning hobby hornists.
Date: 31 May (Wed)
Venue: Academy Recital Hall
26
May
(Fri)
Violinists Nikki & Timothy Chooi With Pianist Anson Wong
Hong Kong Generation Next Arts (HKGNA) is thrilled to launch our Brilliant Young World Stars Series” with Canadian Violinists Nikki & Timothy Chooi.
The brightest and best violinists of the generation, the Chooi Brothers have won many prestigious international competitions including Queen Elisabeth Competition, and performed in many festivals around the world. They will make their Hong Kong debut and will be joined by HKGNA International Music Competition Grand Prize Winner Pianist Anson Wong.
Program:
Sergei Prokofiev: Sonata for Two Violins in C Major, Op.56
Fritz Kreisler: Recitative and Scherzo -Caprice, Op. 6 for Solo Violin
John Corigliano: Red Violin Caprices for Solo Violin
Moritz Moszkowski: Suite for Two Violins and Piano in G Minor, Op. 71
Jules Massenett: Meditation from Thais for Violin and Piano
Fritz Kreisler: La Gitana
Pablo de Sarasate: “Navarra” for Two Violins and Piano
The brightest and best violinists of the generation, the Chooi Brothers have won many prestigious international competitions including Queen Elisabeth Competition, and performed in many festivals around the world. They will make their Hong Kong debut and will be joined by HKGNA International Music Competition Grand Prize Winner Pianist Anson Wong.
Program:
Sergei Prokofiev: Sonata for Two Violins in C Major, Op.56
Fritz Kreisler: Recitative and Scherzo -Caprice, Op. 6 for Solo Violin
John Corigliano: Red Violin Caprices for Solo Violin
Moritz Moszkowski: Suite for Two Violins and Piano in G Minor, Op. 71
Jules Massenett: Meditation from Thais for Violin and Piano
Fritz Kreisler: La Gitana
Pablo de Sarasate: “Navarra” for Two Violins and Piano
Date: 26 May (Fri)
Venue: HK Jockey Club Amphitheatre
