Hong Kong debuts as host for the vibrant Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Culture and Arts Festival
- Under the theme “"Integration in Diversity - Power and Possibilities," the festival presents over 260 performances, exhibitions and exchange activities held across the GBA.
- It’s a mega celebration of the region’s artistic heritage, enriched by diverse cultures from around the world and energised by lively creativity and youthful dynamism.
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Tan, Hong Kong's Ambassador for Cultural Promotion, describes the work as a sound map tracing human civilisation's development. The performance, blending harmony and discord, engaged the audience's visual and auditory senses in a harmonious artistic journey.
The well-received musical extravaganza was performed by the newly formed GBA Culture and Arts Festival Orchestra, comprising members from the Hong Kong Philharmonic, Guangzhou Symphony, Shenzhen Symphony, and Macao Orchestras. Under Tan's baton, the musicians transcended cultural differences, delivering a spectacular performance. The event featured renowned Mainland singers Zhou Shen and Wuyuntana, with Zhou Shen delivering the theme song, adding to the event's greatness.
The concert's success, evidenced by the packed venue and audience's warm reception, underscores the festival's significance in promoting cultural exchange within the GBA.
Presented by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Government of the Hong Kong SAR, the People’s Government of Guangdong Province, and the Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region, the festival is in its fourth edition.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) organised the opening programme. It also coordinates and collaborates with municipal governments and arts organisations in Hong Kong and other GBA cities to stage a comprehensive range of performances and cultural events, held concurrently in the “9+2” cities in the GBA from October 19 to November 24, 2024.
Blending Hong Kong’s and GBA’s art elements
The Festival, scheduled from October 19 to November 24, 2024, seamlessly integrates Hong Kong's artistic flavors with the unique cultural heritage of the GBA. The festival showcases the boundless creativity of young artists from Hong Kong, Macao, and other GBA cities, resulting in a series of original and diverse performances.
Dance Drama Wing Chun Special Edition by Shenzhen Opera and Dance Theatre
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"ChoreoMusica Soiree"
"POP KONG"
Produced by local music veteran Chiu Tsang-hei, "POP KONG" showcases rising musical talents from Hong Kong and other GBA cities. Artists include Monkey Sit, Zino Chan, and a Bu from Hong Kong, alongside mainland musician Haibhue and Cantopop band Mover. Established singer-songwriter Phil Lam will perform as a special guest. These performances of original compositions exemplify Chinese pop music's charm and foster cultural exchange among GBA cities.
"Songs Echo My Voice"
The 2024 Zhuhai-Hong Kong-Macao Choral Concert features six children and youth choirs from the three cities, offering fresh interpretations of beloved Chinese pop hits. Winky Wong and Chiutung from Beanies will emcee the event.
Music director Ng Cheuk-yin aims to immerse the audience in choral music's charm, rearranging popular songs to inspire new appreciation of familiar melodies.
Cantonese Opera Film "The Legend of The White Snake"
This cinematic version of the classic romance, produced by Foshan Cantonese Opera Inheritance Institute, combines on-location shooting with state-of-the-art visual effects. Directed by acclaimed mainland director Yin Dawei, it stars Li Shuqin and renowned Hong Kong Cantonese opera artist Law Ka-ying.
Law notes that while the film incorporates cinematic elements, it retains traditional opera-style singing, acting, recitation, and acrobatics, with more nuanced emotional performances.
Greater Bay Area Culture and Arts Symposium 2024
To explore new trends in the flourishing arts and cultural scenes in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and foster more opportunities for future collaboration, the LCSD will host the “Greater Bay Area Culture and Arts Symposium 2024” at the Ko Shan Theatre New Wing. The public seminars on October 25 and roundtable conferences on October 26 will be open to the public with free registration.
Taking HK arts to the GBA
LCSD-supported programmes feature Hong Kong artists performing across the region. Highlights include:
KaJeng Wong performing Bach and Mozart in Jiangmen
"Teriver Cheung & Friends" jazz concerts in Macao and Guangzhou
Violinist Yao Jue leading the Hong Kong String Orchestra in the world premiere of "Cantonese Opera Fantasia" in Zhongshan, Foshan, and Zhuhai
The Utopia Cantonese Opera Workshop will reshape the classic Cantonese opera "Floral Princess" in Foshan and Guangzhou
“Museum Series: The Sounds from Cultural Relics” concert by Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensemble in Guangzhou and Zhongshan.
