Award-winning production shedding new light on Cantonese opera

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.

Awards:
“The 40 Most Influential Experimental Theatre in Contemporary China” by the 40th Anniversary of Experimental Theatre in China
“Honorary Credential Award” by Xiqu Opera Black Box Festival (Beijing) 2018, 2019
“2017 Best Experimental Xiqu” by China (Beijing) Performing Arts Expo 2018

More Details: https://www.westkowloon.hk/en/farewellmyconcubine2022#overview

Approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes without intermission
Performed in regional languages with Chinese and English surtitles

Production / Artist

Presented byWest Kowloon Authority

Produced byXiqu Centre

ProducerNaomi Chung*

Playwrights / Directors / Music ArrangersKeith Lai, Wong Po-huan

Technical DirectorRae Wu*

Set DesignerWong Yat-kwan

Lighting DesignerLeo Siu

Sound DesignerWan San-hong

Costume DesignerMandy Tam