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Hong Kong Repertory Theatre Announces 2023-24 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
On 27th March, the Hong Kong Repertory Theatre announced its 2023–24 season under the leadership of new Artistic Director Poon Wai Sum with the motto “Life's creases and folds”, unveiling ten Mainstage and Black Box productions and the promotion of Resident Director Fong Chun Kit and two HKRep directors/actors Lau Shau Ching and Yau Ting Fai as Assistant Artistic Directors.
HK Phil Presents ESCHENBACH & RAY CHEN
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2023
Bruckner imagined a story of knights, forests and distant castles, but he preferred to let the music speak for itself, and in the hands of guest conductor Christoph Eschenbach it will do precisely that. Opening the concert, superstar violinist Ray Chen plays Mendelssohn's gloriously tuneful Violin Concerto: you'll believe a violin can sing.
FILMART and EntertainmentPulse Open Today
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
The HKTDC Hong Kong International Film and TV Market (FILMART) and EntertainmentPulse opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). From 13 to 16 March, over 700 exhibitors will showcase films and TV shows to global buyers and build connections.
Conductors Christoph Eschenbach and Paavo Järvi Will Lead The HK Phil in Two Programmes
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2023
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) welcomes two leading international conductors and two renowned soloists for two remarkable programmes: Christoph Eschenbach conducts the HK Phil with violinist Ray Chen on 31 March and 1 April 2023, while Paavo Järvi leads the orchestra with pianist Zee Zee on 7 and 8 April 2023.
HKPhil Presents SPIRITED STRINGS This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2023
Join string players from the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra at the WKCD Tea House Theatre for an evening of intimacy and fervour! Among the most expressive musical instruments of both cultures, western string instruments and the traditional Chinese pipa have four strings and soundboxes in common.
HKRep Presents ALL GOOD THINGS, Co-Written By Artistic Director Anthony Chan and Roger Lee
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2023
The Main Stage of the HKRep 2022–23 season concludes with the final production helmed by Artistic Director Anthony Chan prior to his retirement. A moving story drawing on precious memories of noted filmmaker Roger Lee, this new play follows the success of his award-winning film A Simple Life, sharing personal recollections that touch people's hearts.
ALL ABOUT THE THREE KINGDOMS Returns to Hong Kong Dance Company
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2023
This year, Hong Kong Dance Company (HKDC) will stage the Art Education Theatre All About The Three Kingdoms from 3-5 March 2023 at Auditorium, Sha Tin Town Hall.
HKRep and Yat Po Singers Co-Produce FEBRUARY 14 - A MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2023
Love is sweet but can also be bitter. Three BFFs make a pact as they embark on their journeys—tripping and falling along the winding road—in search of true love. In 2005, February 14–a musical enjoyed a sold-out premiere run at the HKRep's Black Box.
HK Phil Presents Two Swire Denim Series Concerts Featuring Popular Film Music and Symphonic Fairy Tale
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2023
From February to March 2023, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) will present two concerts of the series, with all-time favourite film music by renowned Hollywood film music composer John Williams.
Hong Kong Phil Presents Bach's ST MATTHEW PASSION This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - January 30, 2023
Filled with emotion, a survivor of great and terrible events tells his tale. As he sings of his friend's betrayal and killing, the ancient tragedy comes startlingly alive: a great chorus becomes an angry crowd, and even the listeners become part of the unfolding tragedy. This is Bach's St Matthew Passion, and it's simply overwhelming. Jaap van Zweden assembles a world-class team of soloists to perform a masterpiece that belongs to listeners of all faiths - and none.
Hong Kong Phil Presents Bach's ST MATTHEW PASSION Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2023
Filled with emotion, a survivor of great and terrible events tells his tale. As he sings of his friend's betrayal and killing, the ancient tragedy comes startlingly alive: a great chorus becomes an angry crowd, and even the listeners become part of the unfolding tragedy. This is Bach's St Matthew Passion, and it's simply overwhelming.
Bruce Liu Plays Chopin With Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2023
International award-winners Bruce Liu and Wilson Ng join forces with Hong Kong's own world-class Philharmonic, and let their spirits soar - in Chopin's radiant Second Piano Concerto and Elgar's epic First Symphony.
Bruce Liu Plays Chopin With Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2023
International award-winners Bruce Liu and Wilson Ng join forces with Hong Kong's own world-class Philharmonic, and let their spirits soar - in Chopin's radiant Second Piano Concerto and Elgar's epic First Symphony.
Jaap Van Zweden and Maestro Vasily Petrenko Present a Series of Programmes in January and February
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2022
From January to February 2023, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) will present a line-up of programmes led by Music Director Jaap van Zweden and internationally acclaimed Maestro Vasily Petrenko.
cehryl Returns With New Single 'sorry it's december'
by Michael Major - December 22, 2022
cehryl returns with her first new track since 2021, “sorry it’s december.” Following high school in the UK, cehryl came to the United States to attend Berklee College of Music in Boston and, post-college, found herself in Los Angeles, forming a tight-knit scene with friends Zack Villere, Mulherin, Dijon, Alex Szotak, and Soft Glas.
Andrés Orozco-Estrada Joins HK Phil Stage to Celebrate the New Year
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2022
To celebrate the festive season, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) will present “China Life (Overseas) Proudly Sponsors: New Year Celebration” on 30 & 31 December 2022 (Fri & Sat).
'young heARTS' Charity Auction to Donate Proceeds in Support of the Ebenezer School & Home for the Visually Impaired
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2022
The saleroom erupted in applause yesterday, Poly Auction Hong Kong X Kids' Gallery “young heARTS” Charity Auction concluded successfully. Regarded as the first ever live auction presented by kid auctioneers in Hong Kong, this charity event fetched a donation total of nearly HKD 190,000 with a 100% sell-through rate.
Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Announces 2022/23 Season Programmes
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2022
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) is thrilled to announce 20 mainstage programmes and a selection of chamber music concerts for the second phase of its 2022/23 Season from January to July 2023.
Poly Auction Hong Kong and Kids' Gallery Present 'young heARTS' Exhibition and Charity Auction
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2022
Poly Auction Hong Kong joins forces with Kids' Gallery, debuting the “young heARTS” programme to unify art, learning, exploration, appreciation, experience, exhibition, auction and charity elements into one through a unique perspective.
Tom Cavanaugh's ADAM & YOSHI Premieres in China
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2022
Award winning writer/director/producer Tom Cavanaugh's full-length stage play, ADAM & YOSHI will World Premiere with the Wedraman Theatre Company of Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Dance Company Presents Experimental Dance Theatre TRIVIA, PERHAPS
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2022
Hong Kong Dance Company will present three performances of Experimental Dance Theatre Trivia, Perhaps on 9 and 10 December 2022 at 8/F Platform, Sheung Wan Civic Centre. The cast of nine young dancers will unleash their boundless imagination to bring you a multi-faceted vision of dance.  
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Presents The First Arts Tech Programme
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2022
To extend the horizon of creativity in arts with innovative technology, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) will launch a series of Arts Tech programmes in its 2022/23 and 2023/24 Seasons. The inaugural programme will be the world premiere of The Metaverse Symphony by Hong Kong composer Elliot Leung, which will be held in May 2023 at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall.
Review: SWEET MANDARIN at the Theatre, Sheung Wan Civic Centre
by Rachel Wong - November 15, 2022
Opened on Friday 11th November 2022 at the Theatre, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, Sweet Mandarin tells the tale of 3 generations of Chinese women and their journey from East to West.
Internationally Acclaimed Soloists Light Up The Stage With Exciting Programmes Conducted By HK Phil Music Director Jaap Van Zweden
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2022
From November to December 2022, the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HIK Phil) will present a superb line-up of programmes led by HK Phil Music Director Jaap van Zweden. Four virtuoso artists – HK Phil Concertmaster Jing Wang, cellist Jan Vogler, violinist Akiko Suwanai and pianist Niu Niu – will join Jaap at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall.
HK Rep Presents THE TOP RESTAURANT
by BWW News Desk - November 08, 2022
Life and its many facets are encapsulated in the rise and fall of a century-old Peking duck restaurant in The Top Restaurant, the play that launched former HKRep Resident Playwright He Jiping's career. Based on an ownership tussle over the renowned Fujude restaurant, this story is set in post-1911 Beijing. Foods and their many flavours become metaphors for life, enlivening characters and garnering resonance with the audience, engendering a classic that has transcended time.

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