Past Events
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Our hands-on workshops are inspired by different elements of Chinese traditional theatre and regional cultural heritage, and offer interactive experiences for children, families and art lovers of all ages and abilities
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Traditional Music Notation in Kunqu and Cantonese Opera
14.01.2020 to 28.10.2020, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre and live-streaming
Talk 2 Literati Manuscripts due to take place on 28 October (Wednesday) has been cancelled
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How Did You Two Meet? — Online Talks
28.05.2020 to 24.09.2020
In this series, curators draw connections between uncommon pairings of works of art, design, and architecture from the M+ Collections to spark new stories. Join the conversation on Microsoft Teams and get as stimulated and agitated as we are
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30.06.2020, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
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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On & On Theatre Workshop – The Phenomenon of Man: REVOLVER 2021
26.06.2020 to 29.06.2020, The Box, Freespace
Part fact, part fantasy, The Phenomenon of Man: REVOLVER is a sombre, lyrical, contemplative work about collective connectivity, the here and now, the future and the universe. This newly adapted rerun consists of two experiential parts: a five-part online radio play and a theatrical performance on stage
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Choreographer and Composer Lab 2020: Works-in-Development Showcase
18.06.2020, The Box, Freespace
This year, Freespace’s collaborative platform for artistic research and experimentation brings together two independent contemporary dance choreographers and three independent composers, and includes a public works-in-development showcase and sharing session
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Freespace x HKRep: The Great Pretender – a musical
21.05.2020 to 24.05.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Freespace x HKRep: The Great Pretender – a musical due to take place 21–24 May 2020 (Thursday – Sunday) has been tentatively rescheduled to January 2021. Details will be announced on www.westkowloon.hk in due course. Ticketing enquiries: Hong Kong Repertory Theatre, (852) 3103 5900
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FUERZA BRUTA Look Up Hong Kong
12.05.2020 to 24.05.2020, The Box, Freespace
FUERZA BRUTA Look Up Hong Kong on 12-24 May 2020 will be rescheduled. Programme Enquiries: fuerzabruta.hk2020@gmail.com
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07.12.2019 to 17.05.2020, 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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West Kowloon Young Fellows Scheme (Performing Arts) 2020
The West Kowloon Young Fellows Scheme supports young and aspiring talents to develop arts learning, public participation, community engagement and audience building projects that expand and contribute to the performing arts ecology in Hong Kong
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17.04.2020 to 19.04.2020, The Box, Freespace
ON VIEW: Panorama on 17-19 April 2020 (Friday-Sunday) will be rescheduled. Details will be announced on the West Kowloon Cultural District website www.westkowloon.hk in due course
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Dance on Screen: Dance and Film in Transformation
07.04.2020, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
Dance on Screen: Dance and Film in Transformation on 7 April (Tuesday) has been cancelled. Programme Enquiries: learning@wkcda.hk
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19.03.2020 to 05.04.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Tong60+1 series: ArenA, Floral Princess and His Butterflies on 16 March-5 April 2020 (Monday-Sunday) has been cancelled. Ticketing Enquiries: (852) 2200 0022
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21.03.2020 to 31.03.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Tong60+1 series: ArenA, Floral Princess and His Butterflies on 16 March-5 April 2020 (Monday-Sunday) has been cancelled. Ticketing Enquiries: (852) 2200 0022
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Dance on Screen: Dance Films and Videos
28.03.2020, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
Dance on Screen: Dance Films and Videos on 28 March 2020 (Saturday) has been cancelled
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21.03.2020, Studio, Xiqu Centre
Sugar Painting Workshop on 21 March 2020 (Saturday) has been cancelled
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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
2020 Hong Kong Arts Festival - Cantonese Opera – A Thorn Hairpin on 10-11 March 2020 (Tuesday to Wednesday) has been cancelled. Ticketing Enquiries: (852) 2200 0022, ticketinfo@wkcda.hk
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05.10.2019 to 08.03.2020, 2/F Foyer, Xiqu Centre
West Kowloon 101 Foyer Talks on 7 and 8 March 2020 have been cancelled
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Art+Feminism: Wikipedia Edit-a-thon 2020
07.03.2020, Asia Art Archive A Space
Co-presented by M+ and Asia Art Archive, this Wikipedia Edit-a-thon align with the campaign Art+Feminism. It brings together participants to discuss, create, share, and improve Wikipedia articles about women artists and makers in and from Asia
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Jockey Club “Once Under the Rock” Oral History Theatre Project Community Tour: Golden Hours
29.02.2020 to 01.03.2020, The Room, Freespace
Jockey Club “Once Under the Rock” Oral History Theatre Project Community Tour: Golden Hours on 29 February-1 March 2020 (Saturday-Sunday) will be rescheduled. Programme Enquiries: (852) 8106 8336
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22.02.2020 to 23.02.2020, Eaton House
M+ Hackathon—City of Objects on 22-23 February 2020 (Saturday-Sunday) will be rescheduled. Details will be announced on the West Kowloon Cultural District website www.westkowloon.hk in due course
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Creation for Freespace: Exploring Experimental Music with Aki Onda
21.02.2020 to 22.02.2020, The Room, Freespace
Creation for Freespace: Exploring Experimental Music with Aki Onda on 21-22 February 2020 (Friday-Saturday) will be rescheduled. Details will be announced on the West Kowloon Cultural District website www.westkowloon.hk in due course
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15.02.2020 to 16.02.2020, Freespace and Art Park
Freespace Outdoors on 15-16 February 2020 (Saturday-Sunday) will be rescheduled. Details will be announced on the West Kowloon Cultural District website www.westkowloon.hk in due course
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Ballet Classics for Children: The Sleeping Beauty
08.02.2020 to 09.02.2020, The Box, Freespace
Ballet Classics for Children: The Sleeping Beauty on 8-9 February (Saturday-Sunday) has been cancelled. Ticketing Enquiries: (852) 2200 0022
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06.02.2020 to 09.02.2020, The Box, Freespace
Hong Kong Cool: Ballet x Fashion on 6-8 February 2020 (Thursday-Saturday) and Ballet Classics for Children: The Sleeping Beauty on 8-9 February (Saturday-Sunday) have been cancelled. Ticketing Enquiries: (852) 2200 0022
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05.02.2020 to 09.02.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Art of Cantonese Opera from 5- 9 February 2020 (Wednesday-Sunday) has been cancelled.Ticketing Enquiries: (852) 2200 0022
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Hong Kong Cool: Ballet x Fashion
06.02.2020 to 08.02.2020, The Box, Freespace
Hong Kong Cool: Ballet x Fashion on 6-8 February 2020 (Thursday-Saturday) has been cancelled. Ticketing Enquiries: (852) 2200 0022
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Exhibition: Constructing the Xiqu Centre
10.01.2020 to 31.01.2020, 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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Cathay Pacific International Chinese New Year Carnival
25.01.2020 to 28.01.2020, Art Park
In view of the latest development of the novel coronavirus infection, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), after careful consideration of the need to protect the health and safety of local residents, visitors, performing groups and working staff, has decided to cancel the Cathay Pacific International Chinese New Year Carnival, which was scheduled to be held from 25 January to 28 January 2020
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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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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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Polymer Clay “Cloth Tiger” Workshop
18.01.2020, Studio, Xiqu Centre
With Lunar New Year approaching, join our hands-on workshop and learn how to create your own pair of colourful polymer clay “cloth tigers”
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14.01.2020, Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
''Hey! Hay Sing Along!'' is presented by Quinny Chinese Classic Opera Workshop on 14 January 2020
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Company Wayne McGregor – Autobiography
10.01.2020 to 12.01.2020, The Box, Freespace
Inspired by the sequencing of McGregor’s own genome, Autobiography is performed by 10 dancers to a genre-defying soundscape by electronic musician Jlin and offers a mesmerising reflection on the fractured, multilayered nature of our lives and personal stories. Asian premiere
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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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Two Princesses: A Closer Look at Two Royal Cantonese Opera Tales
08.01.2020, Seminar Hall, Xiqu Centre
In this talk, American born Cantonese opera artist Li Pui-yan shares anecdotes from her career and looks at two traditional works – Princess Chang Ping and Romance of the Phoenix Tower – that both feature complex princess characters in the lead role
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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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