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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260123
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SUMMARY:Cheers! Series: YOAH by Cirquework
DESCRIPTION:YOAH\, the latest groundbreaking work from contemporary Japanese circus company\, makes its highly anticipated Hong Kong debut! This breathtaking performance takes audiences on a captivating journey that redefines the imagination of circus! \nYOAH themed around ‘The Moon at Dawn (Hope)’. It was about a fantasy story of a girl lost in the underworld where she meets four sinister wizards in mysterious black garbs\, who conjure magic with their diabolos\, but the girl did not lose hope with the moon’s guidance to find the path home. \nIn this story full of fantasy and adventure\, courage and faith help the girl overcome darkness and find her way home. The moon’s guidance symbolizes hope\, rekindling light in every heart amidst despair. \n23/01/2026 (Fri) 20:00\n24/01/2026 (Sat) 20:00\n25/01/2026 (Sun) 15:00 \nApproximately 1 hour for each performance without intermission.\nSuitable for ages 6 and above.
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/cheers-series-yoah-by-cirquework/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Theatre & Circus
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTSTAMP:20260522T073725
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SUMMARY:Live Animation Cinesthetics
DESCRIPTION:A truly one-of-a-kind artist celebrated for his ingenious “Cinesthetics” performances combining charming live-drawings and animation with classical music\, French illustrator Grégoire Pont will make his Hong Kong début and bring the well-loved tales of Peter and the Wolf and Mother Goose to life\, alongside Hong Kong Sinfonietta’s rendition of Prokofiev’s and Ravel’s masterpieces under the baton of Jason Lai – an awe-inspiring feast for the eyes and ears ensues. \nConductor: Jason Lai (HKS Artist Associate 2009-2011)\nAnimator & Illustrator: Grégoire Pont \nProgramme \nProkofiev\nPeter and the Wolf\, Op 67 \nRavel\nMother Goose \n2 August 2025 (Saturday)\n7:30pm \n3 August 2025 (Sunday)\n3pm
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/live-animation-cinesthetics/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hong Kong Sinfonietta":MAILTO:info@hksinfonietta.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
DTSTAMP:20260522T073725
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SUMMARY:Swire Family Series - HK Phil × Agnes Chan: Songs for the Children
DESCRIPTION:Programme\nExperience the extraordinary collaboration of renowned singer-songwriter Agnes Chan and the HK Phil\, conducted by Resident Conductor Lio Kuokman. Chan will share her heartwarming experiences meeting children around the world as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador\, pairing the inspiring stories with her equally captivating songs. Additionally\, Chan will talk about important child-rearing issues\, discussing her own journey of overcoming shyness and finding self-esteem through volunteer work. Don’t miss Chan’s touching music and commentary about the importance of caring for children. \nThe concert runs approximately 90 minutes without an intermission. \nArtists\nLio Kuokman\, conductor\nAgnes Chan\, vocalist/speaker \n28 FEB 2025 (Fri) 8:00pm\n1 MAR 2025 (Sat) 8:00pm
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/swire-family-series-hk-phil-x-agnes-chan-songs-for-the-children/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTSTAMP:20260522T073725
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SUMMARY:Ballet Carnival for Kids: The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland! You and your family are cordially invited to an engaging ballet gala with Alice and friends. \nJoin the White Rabbit\, Queen of Hearts and of course\, the Mad Hatter in a joyful introduction to ballet for young audiences. With a fun\, interactive programme that includes excerpts from Septime Webre’s charmingly extravagant ALICE (in wonderland) by Hong Kong Ballet dancers\, guests will have the opportunity to use their imaginations and learn more about ballet in a relaxed\, entertaining setting. \nCome dressed as your favourite ALICE character and win special prizes in our lively costume contest! Don’t be late… \n25-26.1.2025 (Sat-Sun)\n2:00pm & 5:00pm \nAges 3 and above
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/ballet-carnival-for-kids-the-mad-hatters-tea-party/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Children,Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hong Kong Ballet":MAILTO:mkt@hkballet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240804T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240804T170000
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SUMMARY:International Arts Carnival 2024: The Other Side of Beethoven
DESCRIPTION:Everyone knows Beethoven – he is the famous composer who became deaf but still wrote amazing masterpieces. But is that really all there is to the life of one of the most influential figures in classical music? \nAcclaimed conductor\, music educator\, host and professional counsellor Jason Lai is here to shed light on the other side of the composer’s seemingly triumphant story: in a letter to his brothers\, Beethoven expressed his deep despair and disillusionment over life as his hearing and general wellbeing deteriorated. How did he cope with his mental health battles and leave behind his timeless legacy? Join us and delve into the fascinating link between Beethoven’s troubled life and his brilliant creations. \nProgramme includes Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No 3 and excerpts from his Symphonies Nos 3\, 5\, 6 & 9 and other piano concertos. \nClick here for more concert information \nConductor/Presenter: Jason Lai (HKS Artist Associate 2009-2011)\nPiano: Colleen Lee (HKS Artist Associate 2010-2011)
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/international-arts-carnival-2024-the-other-side-of-beethoven/2024-08-04/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hong Kong Sinfonietta":MAILTO:info@hksinfonietta.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240803T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240803T213000
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SUMMARY:International Arts Carnival 2024: The Other Side of Beethoven
DESCRIPTION:Everyone knows Beethoven – he is the famous composer who became deaf but still wrote amazing masterpieces. But is that really all there is to the life of one of the most influential figures in classical music? \nAcclaimed conductor\, music educator\, host and professional counsellor Jason Lai is here to shed light on the other side of the composer’s seemingly triumphant story: in a letter to his brothers\, Beethoven expressed his deep despair and disillusionment over life as his hearing and general wellbeing deteriorated. How did he cope with his mental health battles and leave behind his timeless legacy? Join us and delve into the fascinating link between Beethoven’s troubled life and his brilliant creations. \nProgramme includes Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No 3 and excerpts from his Symphonies Nos 3\, 5\, 6 & 9 and other piano concertos. \nClick here for more concert information \nConductor/Presenter: Jason Lai (HKS Artist Associate 2009-2011)\nPiano: Colleen Lee (HKS Artist Associate 2010-2011)
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/international-arts-carnival-2024-the-other-side-of-beethoven/2024-08-03/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240309T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20240309T213000
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SUMMARY:Maestro’s Insights: Brahms Violin Concerto
DESCRIPTION:Brahms’ Violin Concerto in D stands tall as one of the most celebrated works for the violin of all time with its exquisite lyricism\, effervescent energy and inextinguishable light. How does this work\, written in the late 19th century for the legendary violin virtuoso Joseph Joachim\, remain ever relevant on the concert platform today? How has this concerto\, rather unusually straying from the virtuosic pyrotechnics and wow factors typical of that time but no less challenging in any way\, captured the hearts of all? In this informative concert supported by demonstrations and explanations\, Music Director Christoph Poppen and rising star violinist Fan Hiu-sing will guide you through the magic of this well-loved masterpiece. \nMusic Director/Conductor/Presenter: Christoph Poppen\nViolin: Fan Hiu-sing \nProgramme \nMendelssohn\nThe Hebrides Overture\, Op 26 \nBrahms\nViolin Concerto in D\, Op 77 \n 
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/maestros-insights-brahms-violin-concerto/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20230318T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20230318T154500
DTSTAMP:20260522T073725
CREATED:20230111T034956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T082908Z
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SUMMARY:HK PHIL: SWIRE DENIM SERIES: MERREGNON: LAND OF SILENCE
DESCRIPTION:Programme\nYoko SHIMOMURA｜Merregnon: Land of Silence (Asia Premiere)\nPerformed with delightful music\, narration\, and illustrations\, Merregnon: Land of Silence presents the wonder of a symphony to a broad audience\, with a special focus on younger people\, families\, and video game fans. Featuring original music by internationally-renowned composer Yoko Shimomura (famous for her work on Kingdom Hearts and Final Fantasy XV)\, and a story by popular German children’s author Frauke Angel\, Merregnon: Land of Silence tells of orphan Miru who\, along with her childhood friend Hikito and faithful dog Mako\, set out on an unforgettable adventure to discover what ails the mysteriously\, silent land of Merregnon. Come and experience the musical adventures on this magical journey with the HK Phil! \nThe concert runs approximately 45 minutes without intermission.\nOrchestral performance with screen projection. Some seats may have restricted sightline to the main screen. Please refer to the seating plan shown when purchasing tickets. \nArtists\nLorenzo Iosco\, conductor\nVivek Mahbubani\, presenter \n\nDiscount Scheme at URBTIX\nFor standard tickets\, the general public can enjoy up to 15% off\, while Club Bravo members are entitled up to an exclusive 30% off for ticket purchases. Details please refer to hkphil.org/2223season-discount. \nThe Venue may update their anti-epidemic admission measures in line with Government regulations. For more concert etiquette and admission details\, please visit: hkphil.org/concert-etiquette. \n 
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/hk-phil-swire-denim-series-merregnon-land-of-silence/2023-03-18/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20230317T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20230317T204500
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SUMMARY:HK PHIL: SWIRE DENIM SERIES: MERREGNON: LAND OF SILENCE
DESCRIPTION:Programme\nYoko SHIMOMURA｜Merregnon: Land of Silence (Asia Premiere)\nPerformed with delightful music\, narration\, and illustrations\, Merregnon: Land of Silence presents the wonder of a symphony to a broad audience\, with a special focus on younger people\, families\, and video game fans. Featuring original music by internationally-renowned composer Yoko Shimomura (famous for her work on Kingdom Hearts and Final Fantasy XV)\, and a story by popular German children’s author Frauke Angel\, Merregnon: Land of Silence tells of orphan Miru who\, along with her childhood friend Hikito and faithful dog Mako\, set out on an unforgettable adventure to discover what ails the mysteriously\, silent land of Merregnon. Come and experience the musical adventures on this magical journey with the HK Phil! \nThe concert runs approximately 45 minutes without intermission.\nOrchestral performance with screen projection. Some seats may have restricted sightline to the main screen. Please refer to the seating plan shown when purchasing tickets. \nArtists\nLorenzo Iosco\, conductor\nVivek Mahbubani\, presenter \n\nDiscount Scheme at URBTIX\nFor standard tickets\, the general public can enjoy up to 15% off\, while Club Bravo members are entitled up to an exclusive 30% off for ticket purchases. Details please refer to hkphil.org/2223season-discount. \nThe Venue may update their anti-epidemic admission measures in line with Government regulations. For more concert etiquette and admission details\, please visit: hkphil.org/concert-etiquette. \n 
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/hk-phil-swire-denim-series-merregnon-land-of-silence/2023-03-17/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20230225T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20230225T164500
DTSTAMP:20260522T073725
CREATED:20230110T005036Z
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SUMMARY:HK PHIL: SWIRE DENIM SERIES: CELEBRATING JOHN WILLIAMS
DESCRIPTION:A programme dedicated to the greatest of all film-composers – John Williams. Music includes Jaws\, Schindler’s List\, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone\, E.T.\, Jurassic Park and Star Wars. This concert also features HK Phil Principal Tuba Paul Luxenberg in the third movement of Williams’ Tuba Concerto. \nThe concert runs approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes with an intermission.\nAnother Concert is provided at Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall on 26 February 2023. \nArtists\nBenjamin Northey\, conductor\nPaul Luxenberg\, tuba \n\nDiscount Scheme at URBTIX\nFor standard tickets\, the general public can enjoy up to 15% off\, while Club Bravo members are entitled up to an exclusive 30% off for ticket purchases. Details please refer to hkphil.org/2223season-discount. \nThe Venue may update their anti-epidemic admission measures in line with Government regulations. For more concert etiquette and admission details\, please visit: hkphil.org/concert-etiquette.
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/hk-phil-swire-denim-series-celebrating-john-williams-2/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20220924T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20220924T161500
DTSTAMP:20260522T073725
CREATED:20220909T023714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T113909Z
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SUMMARY:HK Phil Community Concert 2022: Happy Autumn Concert
DESCRIPTION:Programme\nTCHAIKOVSKY | Serenade for Strings: II. Waltz\nHAYDN | Trumpet Concerto\, Hob. Vlle: 1\nJ. STRAUSS II | The Blue Danube\nMOZART | Symphony no. 40 \nLooking forward to seeing you at the Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium this Autumn! The HK Phil will join hands with conductor Peter Biloen and Principal Trumpet Nitiphum Bamrungbanthum to bring you many familiar classical tunes. Perhaps you will recognise them from some movies or television series! \nThe concert runs approximately 75 minutes without an intermission.\nSuitable for all ages. Each ticket admits one person ONLY regardless of age. \nPublic registration starts from 14 SEP 2022 (Wed)\, 10AM. Please visit the registration page at POPTICKET website again to register for your ticket(s) at the time specified. \nArtists \nPeter Biloen\, conductor\nNitiphum Bamrungbanthum\, trumpet\nCharlotte Chiu\, presenter \nSponsored by\nThe Tung Foundation \nThe “Vaccine Pass” policy is implemented in the Venue. The Venue may update their anti-epidemic admission measures in line with Government regulations. For more concert etiquette and admission details\, please visit: hkphil.org/concert-etiquette \n 
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/hk-phil-community-concert-2022-happy-autumn-concert/2022-09-24/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20220923T193000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20220923T204500
DTSTAMP:20260522T073725
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SUMMARY:HK Phil Community Concert 2022: Happy Autumn Concert
DESCRIPTION:Programme\nTCHAIKOVSKY | Serenade for Strings: II. Waltz\nHAYDN | Trumpet Concerto\, Hob. Vlle: 1\nJ. STRAUSS II | The Blue Danube\nMOZART | Symphony no. 40 \nLooking forward to seeing you at the Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium this Autumn! The HK Phil will join hands with conductor Peter Biloen and Principal Trumpet Nitiphum Bamrungbanthum to bring you many familiar classical tunes. Perhaps you will recognise them from some movies or television series! \nThe concert runs approximately 75 minutes without an intermission.\nSuitable for all ages. Each ticket admits one person ONLY regardless of age. \nPublic registration starts from 14 SEP 2022 (Wed)\, 10AM. Please visit the registration page at POPTICKET website again to register for your ticket(s) at the time specified. \nArtists \nPeter Biloen\, conductor\nNitiphum Bamrungbanthum\, trumpet\nCharlotte Chiu\, presenter \nSponsored by\nThe Tung Foundation \nThe “Vaccine Pass” policy is implemented in the Venue. The Venue may update their anti-epidemic admission measures in line with Government regulations. For more concert etiquette and admission details\, please visit: hkphil.org/concert-etiquette \n 
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/hk-phil-community-concert-2022-happy-autumn-concert/2022-09-23/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20220723T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Hong_Kong:20220723T174500
DTSTAMP:20260522T073725
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SUMMARY:Seven Filial Kin
DESCRIPTION:The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) and Xiqu Centre of the West Kowloon Cultural District will jointly present the Cantonese opera “Seven Filial Kin” from “The Eighteen Libretti” in June and July. The programme\, an adapted version of a repertory about filial piety\, is produced by The Chinese Artists Association of Hong Kong for celebrating the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) as well as the 35th anniversary of the Tuen Mun Town Hall. It is under the exclusive sponsorship of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC)\, and is one of the many initiatives supported by HKJC’s approved donation of HK$630 million to the Government of the HKSAR to mark the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR. \n“The Eighteen Libretti” refers to a repertory of popular Cantonese operas during Emperor Qianlong’s reign of the Qing dynasty. Being the seventh of the sets\, the “Seven Filial Kin” is written in the format of “tigangxi” which does not have a pre-written script with libretto\, and the performances are freely improvised by actors with only outlines of the scene-by-scene synopsis\, the dramatis personae and points to note in the musical accompaniment. The present production is revived by a famous actor in Cantonese opera\, Sun Kim-long\, who had performed this play in the 1970s and 1980s. Based on the content of the production outline\, Sun Kim-long adds various formulaic plays delivered in the format of “guanhua”\, an ancient official dialect of the Central Plains\, enriching this restaged production. \nThe story of “Seven Filial Kin” begins when Madam Yao engages a killer to kill Liu Quanding\, who is the son from her husband’s previous marriage\, so that her own son\, Liu Quanyi\, can inherit the family fortune. Saved by a loyal servant\, Quanding narrowly escapes from being killed. Meanwhile\, Quanding’s wife\, Madam Wang\, accompanied by Quanyi\, goes to pay respects to Quanding\, but Quanyi is dragged away by a beast. Madam Wang is accused of\, and caned into admitting\, the offence by Madam Yao of murdering Quanyi. Madam Wang’s son intends to serve the sentence on behalf of his mother\, and is sent into exile as punishment. On the way to the frontier\, he bumps into his father\, Quanding\, and his uncle Quanyi\, who have scored the highest honours in the imperial exams\, and finally reunite with the family. Celebrating the traditional moral values of filial piety and justice\, the story touches the hearts of many with its emphasis on human relationships and ethics. \nAs the co-artistic directors and lead actors\, Law Ka-ying and Sun Kim-long will be joined by an impressive line-up of virtuosi\, including Wan Fai-yin\, Wong Chiu-kwan\, Ng Chin-fung\, Loong Koon-tin\, Leung Siu-ming\, Wan Yuk-yu\, and others in this performance. The programme also marks the start of this year’s “Cantonese Operas Across Time” series. \nThe programme\, running about three hours and 30 minutes including an intermission of 15 minutes\, will be performed in Cantonese and “guanhua” with Chinese and English surtitles. .
URL:https://cultureplus.asia/event/seven-filial-kin/
LOCATION:Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium\, Tuen Mun Town Hall\, 3 Tuen Hi Road\, Tuen Mun\, Hong Kong
CATEGORIES:Opera
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