Prepare to be dazzled at the Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo (HKPAX), which will feature a spectacular lineup of local and international performing arts showcases, including drama, dance, musical theatre, Chinese opera, and comedy, debuting this month.
Organized by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council (HKADC), HKPAX has curated an impressive selection of 15 international showcases from over 300 submissions worldwide, which will be held over five days from Oct. 14-18, 2024.
Among the headlining acts in the program is The Flexitarian, a compelling new monologue theatre production by Jiang Fan and Zhuang Jiayun, which first debuted in 2022. There will also be musical productions like Nanyin x Jazz, that will feature local artists from Hong Kong and Mainland China, combining traditional Nanyin music with the smooth sounds of jazz to create a truly unique musical experience.
Another top act includes Time in a Bottle, a captivating theatrical presentation by composer Leon Ko and Japanese designer Hiroko Matsuo that merges music and scent for an evocative theatrical journey. Additionally, explore new musical landscapes in Journey of Discovery, led by Hong Kong-born music director Ng Cheuk-yin, which features collaborations between young musicians from South Africa and Hong Kong.
The expo will also showcase exciting local talent, including the renowned Hong Kong Balletperforming The Butterfly Lovers and the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra with its signature productions in numerous locations around the city.
Don’t forget to check out BENCHED by Denmark’s Uppercut Dance Theatre and Echoes of the City, a concert that highlights ethnic instruments from Africa and South America alongside the elegant Chinese pipa and Japanese shakuhachi. And for an exploratory dive into your emotions that is both hilarious and poignant, Perhaps, Perhaps… Quizás by Gabriela Muñoz is a must-see!
HKPAX will also host various events and workshops in addition to the performance showcases, including networking sessions and talks. There will be leadership talks with global art leaders, diverse talents, and pitch sessions that aim to foster artistic dialogue and innovation.
Tickets are available for HKPAX Full Pass holders, Day Pass holders, and the general public on the official HKPAX website here, so grab yours and be part of this incredible celebration of the arts!
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