17
Thu
May 2017

19:45

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18
Thu
May 2017

19:45

$340, $280, $220, $160

Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre

18
Thu
May 2017

15:00

$220, $200, $180, $160

Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre

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The Past of Shawan by Guangdong Song & Dance Ensemble

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17-18.5.2017 (Wed-Thu) 7:45pm
$340, 280, 220, 160


18.5.2017 (Thu) 3pm
$220, 200, 180, 160

Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre

 

'A touching story with intriguing dance'  China Culture Daily

 

A dance drama blooming the endless charm of Guangdong music

 

Presented by: Department of Culture of Guangdong Province, the Home Affairs Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Organised by: the Leisure and Cultural Services Department

 

A Cultural Collaboration Project of Guangdong and Hong Kong

 

The Past of Shawan is a full-length original dance drama taking place in the ancient town of Shawan in Guangdong during the 1930s. Modelled from the Guangdong musicians 'the three eminent He brothers', the work revolves around the spirit passing down by generations in the classical composition Dragon Boat Racing in which dance element is deployed to unfold the development of a legendary tale.  Lyrical and lively dance segments are employed to present a love story of classic Guangdong music.  An enthusing topic, a novel story-telling format, fluid dance performances, exquisite choreography, heart-warming musical classics and a poetic stage come together to bring the audience a splendid and inspiring Guangdong music epic.

 

Programme Length

The running time of each performance is approximately 2 hours including an intermission of 15 minutes.

 

Audience is strongly advised to arrive punctually.  Latecomers and audiences who leave their seats during the performance will only be admitted to their own seats during the intermission or at a suitable break.