Into the Woods

February 4-7, 8pm on the 4th-6th and 7:30pm on Sunday
By Steven Sondheim

Stephen Sondheim’s epic musical brings together many of the Grimm brothers’ best known fairytale characters, framed by a moving story about a childless couple who long to have a family of their own. With a challenging and captivating score, dark comedy and physical theatre, Face Productions brings an exciting new edge to this classic Broadway and West End musical.

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Il Trovatore

Dec 11-12 (Fri/Sat), 7:45pm; Dec 12-13 (Sat/Sun), 2:45pm
By Verdi

Verdi's famed tale of rivalry, vengeance and fateful love, Premiered in 1853 and set in medieval Spain, Il Trovatore tells the story of Manrico and his rival Count di Luna's love for the same woman Leonora. Directed by Lo Kingman and conducted by Lio Kuokman, this production of Musica Viva brings together world-renowned singers and home-grown talents, including the chorus of the Opera Society of Hong Kong.

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Circle Mirror Transformation


November 14-15 & 17-22: 7:45pm (plus 2:45pm matinees on Sun Nov 15, Sat Nov 21 & Sun Nov 22)
By Annie Baker

Exceedingly big-hearted drama teacher Marty is setting up a short course in creative theatre at the local community centre. Try as she might, she only manages to find four students: a divorced carpenter, an almost famous actress, a high school girl who seems to struggle to communicate, and Marty’s own husband, each bringing a unique life story into the classroom. As the games in drama classes move closer to reality, those taking part also begin to understand and open up to each other. Has the stage been turned into reality, or is real life becoming a drama?

Premiéred in New York in 2009, Circle Mirror Transformation won the 2010 Obie Award for Best New Play, and was praised by The New York Times as “absorbing, unblinking and sharply funny”.

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Suite Flamenca

September 25-27, 8pm and 3pm matinee on weekends

Suite Flamenca is the brand new show of Sara Baras, Spain’s most popular flamenco star. Celebrated for her brilliant footwork and captivating stage presence, she is adored by the international press as ‘one of those performers you just can’t take your eyes off’ (Daily Telegraph).

Voces, Suite Flamenca is a tribute to Flamenco, with the influence of greatest artists that has inspired Sara Baras, such as Paco de Lucia, Camarón de la Isla, Antonio Gades, Enrique Morente, Moraíto or Carmen Amaya

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Refugees of the Septic

June 19-21, 8pm and 3pm matinee

Refugees of the Septic Heart is inspired by the original music of Shackleton (Composer) and by Vengeance Tenfold (Spoken Word Artist) which Tom Dale Company have transformed with movement, light and digital projection into this full theatrical version.  The piece becomes about the story of man and his relationship with the world and the cosmos.  It is a world in flux, at a tipping point, a society perched on the brink of change.  WhileRefugees of the Septic Heart explores the development of human consciousness, it philosophically weaves an abstract narrative as sixc  dancers embark on an evolutionary journey spanning a distant past to a high-finance present before exploding into a new dimension.  Instincts of control and organisation evolve into absurdity, parody & humour before erupting into the essential dance of life and the elements.  Who are the ‘Refugees of the Septic Heart’?

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The Imaginary Invalid

May 16-31, 7:45 and 2:45pm matinees on weekends. No shows on Mondays.
By Moliere, adapted by Peter Jordan

A comedy classic by master playwright Molière and a caricature of human weaknesses

Desperate measures by a hypochondriac expose a house full of falseness

 

In 1673, the final play by French comedy master Molière—The Imaginary Invalid—premiered in Paris. The story concerns a hypochondriac who spends so much money paying for fake cures that he is forced to try to marry his daughter to a doctor in order to reduce his medical bills. As a playwright famous for his outspoken, dark-edged and often dangerous satires against powerful people, Molière may well have found his own demise in such circumstances very funny.

 

In Cantonese with English and Chinese surtitles.

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The Amahs

February 28-March 15, 8pm and 3pm matinees on Sunday
By Roger Lee

Hong Kong in the 1950s. Three young women swear never to marry, pledging their lives to each other instead. Working as amahs in different homes, their paths start to diverge and their resolve is tested.

The Amahs is a tale of friendship and devotion by Roger Lee, co-writer of the award-winning film A Simple Life, and Hong Kong’s leading female playwright Wong Wing-sze, celebrated for her unique brand of humour. 

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How to Succeed in Business (Without Really Trying)

January 14-17, 7:30pm
By Frank Loesser

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Tryingtells the story of the ambitious J. Pierrepont Finch, who is not content to remain a window washer forever. He has discovered a life-changing book entitled How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, and certain that this particular guide is his ticket to success, he devours it ravenously. Following the book’s instructions, Finch soon lands a job in the mailroom and catches the eye of a pretty young secretary named Rosemary. With the help of his instruction manual, Finch stages a miraculous climb up the corporate ladder.

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Bowl Full of Kindness

October 12-26, 7:45pm and 2:45pm matinees on weekends
By Anthony Chan

Premiered last year, A Bowlful of Kindness struck an emotional chord in the city with its heart-warming portrayal of compassion and goodwill of the 60s, through the moving stories about neighbourhood communities and the spirit of ordinary people striving to improve their situations

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The Emperor, his Mom, a Eunuch and a Man


August 26-30, September 2-6, 7:45pm and 2:45pm matinees on weekends

Depicting a late Qing dynasty historical mystery, The Emperor, his Mom, a Eunuch and a Man premiered in early 2013 to enthusiastic acclaims. A refreshing new interpretation by playwright Paul Poon and director Roy Szeto of a well-known historical legend, its ingenious plot development, quirky set design, fantastically nuanced and effective performances make it a true theatrical tour de force. Returning by popular demand, the 2014 production is poised to serve up another historical storm of power struggles and intrigues.

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