Past Events
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Noguchi for Danh Vo: Counterpoint
16.11.2018 to 22.04.2019, M+ Pavilion, West Kowloon
The exhibition presents art and design works by the celebrated modern sculptor Isamu Noguchi in dialogue with newly created work by Danh Vo, one of the most critically acclaimed conceptual artists active today
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M+ Outreach Access 2018
Through an interactive outreach workshop and a customised guided tour, students are encouraged to discover different ways of understanding contemporary visual culture and to explore their own relationship with it
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WE Dance (2018-19)
09.09.2018 to 10.03.2019, Art Park, West Kowloon
This September, WE Dance returns to the West Kowloon Art Park with Freespace Happening, to take you on a seven-month dance journey from September 2018 to March 2019
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Cantonese Opera and Cinema
06.01.2019, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
Between 1940 and 1970, a large number of stars from the Cantonese opera stage entered the film industry in Hong Kong. This talk looks at the impact of this phenomenon, and the importance of Cantonese opera films as historical records of performances from that era
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Handicraft Workshops
01.01.2019 to 06.01.2019, Studio 5, Xiqu Centre
Join us during the Xiqu Centre Pre-opening Gala week for free workshops offering a hands-on introduction to three of Hong Kong’s most recognisable heritage arts: lion dances, Cantonese opera and paper cutting
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West Kowloon 101 Foyer Talks
31.12.2018 to 06.01.2019, 2/F Foyer, Xiqu Centre
During the Xiqu Centre Pre-opening Gala, experienced professional performers share their experience and insight on various aspects of Cantonese opera in free and informal lunchtime and evening talks
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Cantonese Opera in the Hong Kong Religious Context
05.01.2019, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
Professor Chan Sau-yan, expert on the musical structure, performance practice, ethnographic and historical aspects of Cantonese opera, looks at the tradition of religious operas in Hong Kong, and the challenges of preserving an ancient art form in a market-oriented economy
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Perfect Wives in Cantonese Operas
04.01.2019, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
Cantonese operas are often based on stories of love and married life. The wives in these tales may be meek and loving or powerful and cunning. This talk looks at some of the Xiqu Centre opening performances to explore what makes a “perfect wife” on the Cantonese opera stage
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The Functions and Practice of Xiaoqu (short tunes) in Cantonese Opera
03.01.2019, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
Melodic and song-like, xiaoqu can incorporate traditional instrumental melodies, folk songs, contemporary pop songs and even theme tunes from films and TV shows. This talk explores the origins and development of xiaoqu and its unique function in Cantonese opera
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Chinese Culture – A series of four talks
21.10.2018 to 18.12.2018
What is the relationship between modern society and these time-honoured art forms? In this series of talks, speakers from specialist fields will take you on a journey of discovery that reveals the beauty and history behind specific arts for your appreciation
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M+ Screenings: The Film Life of Ann Hui
08.12.2018 to 16.12.2018, KITEC & Broadway Cinematheque
M+ Screenings: The Film Life of Ann Huiaddresses the work of the acclaimed director, who has been quietly contributing to Hong Kong cinema for four decades
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Arts and Cultural Management – A series of five talks
09.10.2018 to 11.12.2018
In this series of talks, local practitioners offer insight into the different areas of work involved in running cultural organisations and explore the qualifications and passion required for a career in the arts and culture field
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Freespace Happening (8-9.12.2018)
08.12.2018 to 09.12.2018, Art Park, West Kowloon
Enjoy a fun-packed weekend of live music, movie screenings, art-making and more. For our first-ever screening on the facade of our new Freespace venue, we present two films that arts enthusiasts are sure to adore: ‘Faces Places’ and ‘The Music of Strangers: Yo-Yo Ma and The Silk Road Ensemble’
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Building Louvre Abu Dhabi
07.12.2018, Asia Society Hong Kong Center
In this M+ Matters | Keynote talk, Manuel Rabaté, Director of Louvre Abu Dhabi and a key figure in the development of the project, discusses this twenty-first-century encyclopedic museum as ‘a museum of experimentation, and a museum of meeting points’
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Negotiating Access and Preservation in the Contemporary Museum
06.12.2018, Hotel Stage
In this talk, the speaker examines the relationship between the notions of access and preservation in museums
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The Stories Behind the Xiqu Centre
24.11.2018, Asia Society Hong Kong Center
In this talk, West Kowloon’s Executive Director of Performing Arts Louis Yu offers insight into the design and venue positioning of the Xiqu Centre, looking at the venue’s unusual use of space and its relationship with local Cantonese opera communities
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Wikipedia Asian Month: Edit-a-thon on Exhibition Histories
24.11.2018, Asia Art Archive A Space
The event brings together participants to discuss, create, share, and improve articles and information about exhibition history in and about Asia on Wikipedia. Register now
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The Music of Cantonese Opera
20.11.2018, H6 CONET
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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Face Painting and Costumes of Cantonese Opera
13.11.2018, D2 Place ONE
This talk looks at the face painting and dressing processes used in contemporary Cantonese opera, and at the ways in which costumes contribute to the portrayal of different characters
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Freespace Happening (11.11.2018)
11.11.2018, Art Park, West Kowloon
Whether you are into music, dance, crafts, books or pets, autumn is the perfect time of year to enjoy whatever you love outdoors. On stage, as part of Taiwan Arts Festival, we present Constant & Change and Shallow Levée with their blend of post-rock, emo and Taiwanese folk…
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The Design of the Tea House Theatre
08.11.2018, CityU SCOPE Admiralty Learning Centre
In this talk, West Kowloon’s Head of Xiqu, Naomi Chung, offers insight into the positioning and operation of the Tea House Theatre, looking at how the venue offers visitors an intimate experience with the productions and how programmes are curated with first-time audiences in mind
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SHOWTIME! Launching West Kowloon’s Artistic Strategy for Performing Arts
27.10.2018, Asia Society Hong Kong Center
In this free talk, Alison M Friedman, West Kowloon’s Artistic Director, Performing Arts shares the vision and plans for the district’s upcoming performing arts venues, the Xiqu Centre, Freespace and the Art Park, and looks at some of the projects lined up for the future
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Haunting Images: Live Cinema by Lim Giong
26.10.2018 to 27.10.2018, MOViE MOViE Cityplaza
Lim Giong performs in a live cinema event that rethinks the relationship between sound and image, featuring live scoring along with the projection of moving image
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The Stage Movements of Cantonese Opera
23.10.2018, CityU SCOPE Admiralty Learning Centre
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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Behind the Design of the Xiqu Centre
18.10.2018, Hong Kong Polytechnic University
In this talk, West Kowloon’s Executive Director of Performing Arts Louis Yu offers insight into the design and venue positioning of the Xiqu Centre, looking at the venue’s unusual use of space and its relationship with local Cantonese opera communities
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Freespace Happening (14.10.2018)
14.10.2018, Art Park, West Kowloon
October’s Freespace Happening brings you live music and dance with a taste of Korea! On stage, we have Korean singer-songwriter Gonne Choi presenting acoustic guitar songs fused with traditional Korean elements and Korean dance artist Hyeon Lee who shares Ganggangsullae, an ancient, traditional folk dance incorporating dancing and singing
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In Search of Southeast Asia through the M+ Collections
22.06.2018 to 30.09.2018, M+ Pavilion, West Kowloon
Encompassing visual art, design and architecture, and moving image works from, and about, Southeast Asia, the exhibition highlights how M+ is developing a unique perspective on the region as a place that is defined by multiple narratives, histories, and identities
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M+ Screenings: Southeast Asia Moving Image Mixtape
18.09.2018 to 23.09.2018, Tai Kwun & Broadway Cinematheque
M+ Screenings: Southeast Asia Moving Image Mixtape provides a composite, contemporary perspective on moving image works made around and about Southeast Asia in recent years
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Dialogue | Cantonese Opera
18.09.2018, Campfire – Wong Chuk Hang
Cantonese opera plays an important role in the lives of people in Hong Kong. This talk explores its transition from the use of Mandarin to the Cantonese vernacular, demonstrating vocal styles and techniques and offering a deeper understanding of the aesthetic features of the art form
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Freespace Happening (8–9.9.2018)
08.09.2018 to 09.09.2018, Art Park, West Kowloon
On 8 and 9 September, Freespace Happening, our free outdoor music and arts event, returns at its permanent site in the brand new West Kowloon Art Park
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Dialogue | Gender Fluidity in Traditional Indonesian Dance
06.09.2018, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
Looking at gender fluidity in traditional Indonesian dance forms and the recognition of multiple genders in Indonesian cultural practices, dance artist Rianto, shares how his training and cultural background have helped him develop a unique dance vocabulary that embodies gender fluidity
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M+ Matters: Art and Design in the Digital Realm
01.09.2018, Tai Kwun
‘M+ Matters: Art and Design in the Digital Realm’ features a full day of artist talks, exploring how data collection, artificial intelligence, simulations, social media, and creative programming are all being leveraged by contemporary practitioners working online
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M+ Data Design Hackathon
31.08.2018 to 01.09.2018, A Hall Studio, Tai Kwun
During this two-day ’M+ Data Design Hackathon’, participants are invited to examine how content from the M+ Collections might meaningfully add to open-source knowledge bases and be activated through new research and creative projects
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ART AFTER HOURS:
YOUNG-HAE CHANG HEAVY INDUSTRIES PRESENTS
‘THE ARTIST TALK TO END ALL ARTIST TALKS —
OR, THE STRUGGLE SESSION CONTINUES!’31.08.2018, Tai Kwun
Don’t miss the FINAL-EVER public performance by the pioneering Seoul-based digital artist duo YOUNG-HAE CHANG HEAVY INDUSTRIES. There will also be a discussion after the performance
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M+ Summer Camp 2018: far out
12.08.2018 to 15.08.2018
With the theme of ‘far out’, M+ Summer camp 2018 invites practitioners in the fields of visual art, design, architecture, illustration, and moving image to inspire young people to use ordinary details as sources of creativity. Sign up now
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Envisioning the Museum in the Age of Participation
03.08.2018, Hotel Stage
The talk invites the audience to consider the roles a museum plays in society, as well as the forms of participation that can both emerge from and shape a contemporary museum of visual culture
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Cantonese Opera 101 - Music
17.07.2018, H6 CONET
This talk explores the musical elements of Cantonese opera, including vocal styles used by actors playing male and female roles, “melo-rhythmic” vocal forms and programmatic tunes, and more
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