Every Friday and Saturday night, Lau Bak Livehouse will present the best local talents with diverse music styles, including jazz, rock, indie, classical, electronic music, and more. This programme is presented by WestK. Musicians 4 October 2024 (Friday) · Floro 5 October 2024 (Saturday) · Brian and friends 11 October 2024 (Friday) · Cyan Chan 12 October 2024 (Saturday) […]
Traditional Chinese flower buttons are decorative and practical. The designs and materials are also indicators of social status – a symbolic function often reflected in the design of traditional Chinese opera costumes. In this fun, hands-on workshop, local artist Ho Sze-nga guides participants to create a personalised, xiqu-inspired flower button necklace. Ho also shares insight […]
Blending traditional Cantonese opera techniques with contemporary stage and lighting design, this ground-breaking adaptation reimagines the last moments of a hero caught between reality and illusion. The Xiqu Centre’s first commissioned work has received rave reviews for performances in various cities in Asia. This programme is part of the Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo. 15–16 […]
The Xiqu Centre’s second experimental Cantonese opera production combines traditional and new set pieces, digital backdrops and other modern theatre technology to illustrate the preservation and innovation of Cantonese opera in the modern era. 19–20 October 2024 (Saturday to Sunday) 7:30pm
The third experimental Cantonese opera production by the Xiqu Centre’s award-winning team, The Imperial Decree explores how individual lives are shaped by predetermination and freewill. Emperor’s brother Wu, Concubine Wen and Prince Dunhua are summoned to hear the ageing Emperor’s imperial decree. Believing they are soon to learn who will inherit the throne, a state of intrigue […]
The flagship annual musical event, WestK Presents: Freespace Jazz Fest will take place from 24 to 27 October 2024. To celebrate its sixth edition, the Festival proudly presents an all-star line-up of over a hundred of jazz musicians from around the world who together will stage a range of captivating ticketed and free performances. Promised […]
More than ten years after his last visit to Hong Kong, legendary jazz pianist, composer and bandleader Herbie Hancock returns with a live performance at Wonderland – offering local audiences a rare opportunity to experience the artistry of a master up close. One of the most influential and forward-thinking musicians of our time, Hancock has […]
The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority and HKT join together to proudly present Hong Kong’s flagship pop music festival HKT x WESTK POPFEST, which will be staged from 31 October to 3 November 2024 at the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK). With HKT as title sponsor and the WKCDA Performing Arts Division as curator and […]
In 2055, a group of extraordinary young people from around the world, the “Crystal Children”, come together to confront the consequences of climate change. Knowing that the fate of the planet rests in their hands, the bold protagonists arm themselves with a shared determination to coexist harmoniously with nature. Witness the story of empowerment and […]
Experience the magic of the holiday season at WestK Christmas Fest, where community spirit and dazzling lights come together to create merry moments for all. Begin your journey at the vibrant “WestK Christmas Market”, browsing unique gifts and festive foods while enjoying lively performances. Sip on mulled wine as you explore with family and furry […]
The highly anticipated Freespace Dance festival is returning to Freespace at the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK), running from 21 November to 15 December 2024. Celebrating the fifth anniversary of Freespace, the Performing Arts Division of the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority (WKCDA) is curating a cutting-edge programme of four contemporary dance works by renowned local and […]
Blending Kunqu, Japanese traditional music, Nihon-buyō, traditional puppetry and contemporary stage elements, The Dream of an Embroidered Robe reimagines the tragic tale of Zheng Yuanhe and Li Yaxian. The experimental cross cultural performance – the result of a three-year collaboration between leading regional troupes GuoGuang Opera Company and Yokohama Noh Theater – features music composed by shamisen […]