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

Xiqu Film Screenings (March)

18.03.2021 to 21.03.2021, 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