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Ring in the Holidays With the HK Phil's Christmas and New Year's Performances
by Stephi Wild - December 10, 2024


From Christmas to New Year, the HK Phil will present two programmes led by conductors Hans-Christoph Rademann and Benjamin Northey. Learn more about the upcoming shows here!

CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON LIVE IN CONCERT Comes to Hong Kong
by Stephi Wild - December 09, 2024


Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Live in Concert comes to Hong Kong Philharmonic next month. Performances in January at Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall.

HK Phil Will Feature Stephen Hough in Concerts in Hong Kong and Guangzhou
by Stephi Wild - November 29, 2024


The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Resident Conductor Lio Kuokman, will present concerts at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall and Xinghai Concert Hall in Guangzhou this December.

Designinspire Opens in December, With Free Admission For The Public
by Stephi Wild - November 21, 2024


 DesignInspire will be held on 5-7 December at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). The exhibition will be fully open with complimentary admission for design industry players and the public throughout the three-day event.

HK Phil's Swire Symphony Under The Stars Drew Nearly 20,000 Music Lovers to Central Harbourfront
by Stephi Wild - November 18, 2024


The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra concluded its annual free outdoor mega-concert Swire Symphony Under The Stars last weekend. Learn more about the performances here!

Hong Kong Philharmonic Will Celebrate Masterpieces Across Eras With Elim Chan, Brad Lubman, and Daniele Gatti
by Stephi Wild - November 06, 2024


This November to early December, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) will present three mesmerising programmes led by Maestro Elim Chan, Brad Lubman and HK Phil Artistic Partner Daniele Gatti.

Review: OH DEER... 《失憶【諒解】備忘鹿》 at The Lyric Theatre, Hong Kong Academy Of Performing Arts
by Rachel Wong - November 05, 2024


What did our critic think of OH DEER... 《失憶【諒解】備忘鹿》 at The Lyric Theatre, Hong Kong Academy Of Performing Arts?

HK Phil's Chief Executive Benedikt Fohr Will Leave After Season 2024/25
by Stephi Wild - November 01, 2024


The Hong Kong Philharmonic Society Limited announced that Benedikt Fohr, Chief Executive since April 2019, will leave the orchestra at the end of the current season in July 2025.

Hong Kong Films @ Tokyo 2024 Opens This Week
by Stephi Wild - October 28, 2024


The Hong Kong Film Development Council, Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) are jointly organising Hong Kong Films @ Tokyo 2024 at TIFFCOM on 30 October to 1 November during the Tokyo International Film Festival (TIFF).

Christoph Eschenbach, a Stellar Lineup of Vocalists and Prague Philharmonic Choir Join HK Phil For Dvořák
by Stephi Wild - October 25, 2024


The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra will launch its new flagship education initiative, Jockey Club TUTTI Programme, in the 2024/25 season

HKDance and HKAPA Sign MOU on Strategic Collaboration in Nurturing Professional Chinese Dance Talents for Hong Kong
by Stephi Wild - October 15, 2024


Hong Kong Dance Company (HKDance) announced that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) to join forces in nurturing professional Chinese dance talents for Hong Kong and the region, promoting Chinese dance to the community.

The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Will Perform SWIRE SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS Next Month
by Stephi Wild - October 10, 2024


The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra has announced the return of its beloved free annual outdoor mega-concert, Swire Symphony Under The Stars on 16 and 17 November 2024 (Sat & Sun) at Central Harbourfront.

HK Phil Performs Brahms and Dvořák with Long Yu and Manfred Honeck This Fall
by Stephi Wild - October 03, 2024


 In October and November, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) will present two programmes featuring masterpieces by Brahms and Dvořák.

Hong Kong Dance Company Reveals 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - October 02, 2024


Hong Kong Dance Company’s (HKDance) 2024/25 season will open with a large-scale dance poem, After Snowfall, the latest creative endeavour of Mr Yang Yuntao, Artistic Director of HKDance.

The 10th China Huangmei Opera Art Festival Launches Themed Essay Contest
by Stephi Wild - September 30, 2024


The 10th China (Anqing) Huangmei Opera Art Festival, organized by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People’s Republic of China and the Anhui Provincial People's Government, will be held in Anqing City, Anhui Province from late September to October 8, 2024. 

Twinkle Dance Introduces Silver Swans Ballet Classes For 55+
by Stephi Wild - September 16, 2024


Twinkle Dance, a leading dance school in Hong Kong, has announced the launch of its Silver Swans program, a unique ballet experience specifically designed for adults aged 55 and up who believe it's never too late to pursue their dreams.

HK Phil Set Comes to Chengdu with Daniel Harding and Anna Fedorova
by Stephi Wild - September 10, 2024


Under the baton of internationally acclaimed conductor Daniel Harding, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) will present its Chengdu debut at the Chengdu Symphony Concert Hall Symphony Hall on 14 September 2024.

Vasily Petrenko Conducts Two HK Phil Programmes Featuring World-Class Cellist Li-Wei Qin and Piano Virtuoso Anna Fedorova
by Stephi Wild - September 09, 2024


The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra will present two programmes in two consecutive weeks this September, led by Maestro Vasily Petrenko, and featuring world-class soloists, Li-Wei Qin and Anna Fedorova. 

SCAPIN IN JIANGU, CHAP. 2024 Returns to Hong Kong
by Stephi Wild - August 30, 2024


This year, Scapin in Jiāngú, Chap. 2024 returns by popular demand. Adapted from Molière’s Les Fourberies de Scapin (Scapin the Schemer), the setting, characters and dialogue are transplanted to the world of martial arts, where Scapin remains the loyal servant dedicated to solving crises and doing his utmost to save his young masters. 

Hong Kong Ballet Will Perform THE WIZARD OF OZ Beginning This Week
by Stephi Wild - August 27, 2024


Hong Kong Ballet will perform The Wizard of Oz beginning this week. Performances will run 30 August - 1 September.

Fashion Extravaganza CENTRESTAGE Returns in September
by Stephi Wild - August 20, 2024


CENTRESTAGE, the annual fashion extravaganza organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), will showcase a rich tapestry of style from 4 to 7 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

AMBIGUOUS Comes to Hong Kong Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - August 19, 2024


Due to the overwhelming response, an additional performance has been scheduled for 18th September at 2:45 pm. Tickets are available now from URBTIX outlets. This production of Ambiguous embarks on a tour of Shanghai and Beijing the following month. 

Tarmo Peltokoski Opens HK Phil's 51st Professional Season with Violin Virtuoso Daniel Lozakovich
by Stephi Wild - August 16, 2024


Looking ahead to its 51st professional season, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) and its Music Director Designate for the 2025/26 season, Tarmo Peltokoski, will present two performances in early September, along with the young violin virtuoso Daniel Lozakovich on 5 & 6 September at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall.

Review: MAMMA MIA at The Lyric Theatre, Hong Kong Academy Of Performing Arts
by Rachel Wong - July 27, 2024


What did our critic think of MAMMA MIA at Lyric Theatre, Hong Kong Academy Of Performing Arts?

GRAVE OF THE FIREFLIES Taiwan Tour Comes to the National Kaohsiung Center For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2024


A musical adaptation of Grave of the Fireflies by Akiyuki Nosaka, the story dives into a war-torn Japan where Seita, a 15 year old boy tries everything in his power to take care of his 5 year old sister Setsuko whilst battling the death of their parents.


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