A scene from the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong's 2015 production of Bug Symphony, a musical for children. As it celebrates its 20th anniversary, the troupe is planning two new musicals. Photo: City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong
A scene from the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong's 2015 production of Bug Symphony, a musical for children. As it celebrates its 20th anniversary, the troupe is planning two new musicals. Photo: City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong
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‘Something new’: City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong’s first 20 years, and what’s next – more CDs, musicals and tours

  • Known for its innovative programming, the ensemble founded by Leanne Nicholls is a Hong Kong institution now, after years of hard work making it sustainable
  • With a new chief conductor, and plans for more musicals following the success of its Bug Symphony for children, the ensemble is looking ahead to its next decade

Robin Lynam
Robin Lynam

Updated: 10:28am, 30 Sep, 2019

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A scene from the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong's 2015 production of Bug Symphony, a musical for children. As it celebrates its 20th anniversary, the troupe is planning two new musicals. Photo: City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong
A scene from the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong's 2015 production of Bug Symphony, a musical for children. As it celebrates its 20th anniversary, the troupe is planning two new musicals. Photo: City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong
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