Sha Tin Town HallLeisure and Cultural Services Department
Performing Arts Fun Day 2024@Sha Tin Town Hall
Core Programme
12.5.2024 (Sun) 2pm - 5:15pm
Free Admission
Auditorium
Admission ticket is not required for Auditorium programmes.
Best for ages 3 and above
Limited seats are available on a first-come-first-served basis.
The duration of each performance at Auditorium is around 45 minutes. (For reference only. The length of each live performance may vary)
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Music
BoonfaysauHome Coming 2.0Welcome to our home, where we will present a diverse a cappella arrangement of different styles of both original and arranged works, demonstrating the versatility and energy of a cappella music. Let’s enjoy a unique experience of sheer human voices!
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Kung Fu Contemporary Dance and Circus
TS CrewNo Dragon No LionEmbark on a journey of discovery and transformation of the idea of a unique brotherhood in humanity as part of the Asian’s culture. A unique performance showcasing the essence of the traditional form of performing arts and blended with martial arts, tricking, parkour, capoeira, dance and live beatboxing. This made in Hong Kong kung fu contemporary dance and circus, No Dragon No Lion received the Asian Arts Award for Best Show from Asian Art Fund Scotland at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2022.
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Theatre
Class 7A Drama GroupThe GallantsTime to explore the world of classical literature and learn how to become a hero! The word xia (hero) often conjures up the global superheroes of today. But did you know that such courageous xiake (knights) have long existed in Chinese literature as well? How do you become such a knight? By helping the needy and fighting for justice? By mastering martial arts and not submitting to aggression? In fact, it is gallant conduct such as bravery and being righteous that matter most to a knight.
About the group (Chinese version only) |
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Dance
La P en V Innovative Dance PlatformSerendipitySerendipity, an abstract, predetermined tie in any relationship like those “predestined to be friends or to love” in Chinese culture, nurtures the encounter, be it in experiences or human relationships. The choreographer's wish is for “serendipity with dance” to manifest itself as a timeless relationship, like an everlasting flow of love in dance. Déjà VuA voice flashed by in my dream, a feeling of déjà vu, is it real or just fantasy? Have you heard of it? Naked SoulWithering leaves scattered all over, and snowflakes swirling in the sky like hovering over the naked soul - what a heart-purifying experience…
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*Fringe Activities
12.5.2024 (Sun) 2:30pm - 5:30pm
Free admission with tickets
Cultural Activities Hall
Best for ages 3 and above
Quota: 220 per session
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2:00pm - 2:45pm
Hong Kong Dance Company Elegance of Ancient Chinese Dances
To showcase Chinese aesthetics through a selection of dance pieces from various dynasties, including the dance style shaped by the religion and culture of the Pre-Qin Period, the platter and drum dances of the Han Dynasty, a unique fusion of rhythmic footwork and singing as depicted in artefacts from the Wei, Jin, Northern and Southern Dynasties, the gentle and elegant dances of the Song Dynasty, as well as the refined and graceful dances of the Qing Dynasty.
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4:30pm - 5:30pm
Zenneth KOK
In Your Sight, In Your Mind
Digital magic incorporates videos, animations, screens and other digital equipment into the performance of tricks, opening the door to a whole new world of creative ways of presentation beyond the confines of traditional magic. Mentalist magic relies on the magician’s knowledge of mind reading, telepathy, precognition, mathematics and more to accurately predict audience behaviours and invite viewers to think actively and make choices. Fusing these two distinctive styles of magic performance rarely seen in Hong Kong, “In Your Sight, In Your Mind” offers an out-of-this-world journey into magic and allow the audience to enjoy the marvel of magic both visually and mentally.
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Exhibition GalleryBest for ages 3 and above
Quota: 80 per session
2:15pm - 3pm
The Radiant Theatre
Minishow Pet Pet Superman
Digital magic incorporates videos, animations, screens and other digital equipment into the performance of tricks, opening the door to a whole new world of creative ways of presentation beyond the confines of traditional magic. Mentalist magic relies on the magician’s knowledge of mind reading, telepathy, precognition, mathematics and more to accurately predict audience behaviours and invite viewers to think actively and make choices. Fusing these two distinctive styles of magic performance rarely seen in Hong Kong, “In Your Sight, In Your Mind” offers an out-of-this-world journey into magic and allow the audience to enjoy the marvel of magic both visually and mentally.
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3:30pm - 4:15pm
The Cantonese Opera Advancement Association
Cantonese Opera Family Experience
In the world of Cantonese opera, the flicking of flowing sleeves displays strength, the wielding of tasselled spears demonstrates fluid movements, while lyrics akin to beautiful literary works tell stories of olden times. Are you ready to join the little Cantonese opera actors to explore the imaginary world of Cantonese opera?
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4:45pm - 5:30pm
Hong Kong Theatre Works
Great Stories Fly High
“Members of the Story Adventure Team, assemble!” The Team will once again embark on a fantasy theatrical journey, transforming themselves into different characters which have appeared on the stage before. They will lead children and kidults to the colourful world of storytelling, and engage the audience in joyous singing of several theme songs from previous performances.
About the group (Chinese version only)
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Foyer, Podium2:00pm - 5:30pm
“Journeying with Captured Moments” – Prop, Costume and Photo Exhibition
Featuring props and costumes from recent performances of the four Venue Partners of New Territories East, as well as stage photos of their previous shows, this special exhibition takes you on a journey back to their wonderful moments on stage.
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*Arrangements for Fringe Activities
- Admission by ticket with free seating. Limited places available on a first-come-first-served basis.
- Tickets will be distributed at the Enquiry Counter of Sha Tin Town Hall from 12 noon on the day of the activity.
- Each person is allowed up to two tickets for each activity.
- Reserved places will be allocated to others if the ticket holders fail to show up within 10 minutes after the activities have started.
- In the event of any dispute regarding ticket distribution and seating arrangements, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department’s decision shall be final and conclusive.
The presenter reserves the right to change the programmes or substitute artists. The content of programmes does not represent the views of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.