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Stage actor overcomes disability to shine as legendary King Arthur

‘King Arthur’s Night’, a production by Canada’s Neworld Theatre featuring performers with Down syndrome, makes its overseas debut in Hong Kong in March. Photo: Andrew Alexander
  • Canadian Niall McNeil, who lives with Down syndrome and co-wrote play, portrays medieval warrior in inclusive and imaginative Hong Kong show
  • ‘King Arthur’s Night’, which features other Down syndrome actors, is being performed for first time outside Canada
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In 1973, choreographer Lin Hwai-min founded Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan and has since transformed modern dance through his innovative choreography and with spellbinding shows such as ‘White Water’ (pictured). At the end of next year, Lin will step down as the company’s artistic director. An anniversary gala is scheduled for February in Hong Kong to honour this legend’s lifetime of achievements.
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