The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) is presenting Dust and Dawn from 6 to 11 May, 2019 at the Academy Studio Theatre. Written by Dean of Drama Professor Poon Wai-sum, Dust and Dawn is set at the turbulent times of the late Yuan dynasty. It tells parallel lines of stories — Zhu Yuanzhang’s rising to power and his path to becoming the emperor; leader of The White Lotus Society Lin Nanfeng’s embroilment in battles and in love; Lin’s master Ma Yue’s deep affection for his old lover Yuriko even after he decided to become a monk. Each facing complicated situations, the characters struggle to find the middle path and lead a peaceful life…
The drama is directed and choreographed by School of Drama lecturer (Acting) Tony Wong, who was recently awarded “Best Director” at The 28th Hong Kong Drama Awards. Infusing physical movements with the script, Wong trains Academy students to make good use of their body and the surrounding space as tools to deliver precisely the thoughts and emotions of the character. He also incorporated many Chinese opera elements in the drama. Aside from having one of the student actors to employ Chinese opera combating and singing techniques in the performance, he has also invited Kong Chun-kit (alumnus of the School of Chinese Opera) as the bandleader, playing live accompaniment alongside School of Drama students.
As the production team of this drama, the School of Theatre and Entertainment Arts of the Academy is in charge of the design and production of the stage set, costume, lighting, sound and props. The extraordinary design of the main set not only allows much meaningful interaction with the student actors, but also echoes the central theme of the drama and creates ample room for imagination for the audience.
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Dust and Dawn Drama in Cantonese This production is suitable for audience aged 12 or above. |
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Playwright: Poon Wai-sum, Dean of School of Drama Director / Choreographer: Tony Wong, School of Drama lecturer (Acting) Chinese Opera Lyricist & Composer / Coach: Jason Kong Set Designer: Jonathan Wong Costume Designer: Julia Koo Mei-ling Lighting Designer: Lai Ka-ki Sound Designer: Meiling Chan Production Manager: Lau Sai-wai Cast: Cheng Kam-fung, Choi Wai-ki, Ho Sui-man, Elly Lam, Man Hoi-lam, Cerruti Derrick Ownn, So Chi-leung, So Chun-wai, Franchesca Wong, Yung Yin-sing, Leung Ka-ming, Leung Suet-yin
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Date: 6 - 11.5.2019 | 7:45pm 11.5.2019 | 2:45pm |
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Venue: Studio Theatre, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts |
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Ticket Price: $50-$95 |
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Website: https://www.hkapa.edu/event/academy-drama-dust-and-dawn |
About The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (www.hkapa.edu)
The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA), established by Government Ordinance in 1984, is a leading tertiary institution in performing arts in Asia. It provides professional undergraduate education and practice-based postgraduate studies. The study encompasses Chinese Opera, Dance, Drama, Film and Television, Music, and Theatre and Entertainment Arts. Its educational philosophy reflects the cultural diversity of Hong Kong with emphasis on Chinese and western traditions, and interdisciplinary learning.