Highlights
Chinese Opera Festival 2019
In a joint presentation with the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, the Xiqu Centre is proud to host the Grand Opening performance of the 10th Chinese Opera Festival, as well as other performances in this exciting annual programme
13.6.2019-4.8.2019 | Grand Theatre and Tea House Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Four Dreams in the Camellia Hall by the Shanghai Kunqu Opera Troupe
The Hong Kong debut of the complete series of Four Dreams in the Camellia Hall – a Kunqu production rarely staged in its entirety – featuring performances of the classic plays: A Pair of Purple Hairpins, The Peony Pavilion, A Dream Under the Southern Bough and The Tale of Handan
2-5.5.2019 | Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Gao Bowen performs Blossoms by the Shanghai Pingtan Troupe
This four-part adaptation of an award-winning novel brings to life an intricate tale and showcases the unique charm of the narrative Pingtan tradition. Each part is performed on consecutive evenings, with two complete four-night runs over the programme period
23.5-2.6.2019 | Tea House Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Tea House Theatre Experience (3 April to 25 August)
Presented by our Tea House Rising Stars Troupe, this 90-minute narrated performance is specially designed to introduce new audiences to Chinese traditional theatre. To recreate the atmosphere of Hong Kong’s early 20th century tea houses, audiences are also served traditional tea and dim sum during the show
3.4-25.8.2019 | Tea House Theatre, Xiqu Centre
GuoGuang Opera Company “Dowager Xiao-Zhuang and Dorgon”
Based on Qing dynasty folklore, GuoGuang Opera Company’s royal tragedy explores the depths of the human condition and reflects the new aesthetics of Peking opera in Taiwan
30-31.8.2019 | Grand Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Exhibition: Constructing the 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
Xiqu Centre Guided Tours
Supplemented with multimedia elements, this 60-minute guided tour helps you explore the Xiqu Centre facilities and discover fascinating facts about our new venue, and the culture and stories behind the art of xiqu
The D. H. Chen Foundation – West Kowloon Tea House Student Matinees
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
