Hong Kong Audiences Captivated by
FANCL Proudly Presents The Nutcracker,

The festive ballet continues to entertain in its second week

[Hong Kong— 27 December 2019] With its brilliant choreography by Terence Kohler, signature elements of Tchaikovsky’s timeless music, wondrous scenery and glittering costumes, FANCL Proudly Presents The Nutcracker has been bringing some holiday magic to Hong Kong.

Clara and Fritz’s adventures into the magical doll house with live accompaniment by Hong Kong Sinfonietta delighted audiences in the last X performances. Four pairs of dancers, Ye Feifei and Li Jiabo, Chen Zhiyao and Wei Wei, Yef Feifei and Li Lin, Kim Eunsil and Shen Jie showcased their artistry in the lead roles of the Ballerina and the Nutcracker with overwhelming audience’s response.

On Opening Night, Title Sponsor FANCL hosted an intermission cocktail receptions, which were attended by Mr Christopher Chan, Managing Director of Fantastic Natural Cosmetics Limited (FANCL); Mrs Michelle Chan, Executive Director of Fantastic Natural Cosmetics Limited (FANCL); Ms Annie Liu; Ms Akina Fong; Mrs Nicola Young; Ms Snowy Choi; Ms Jocelyn Chan; Ms Christine Au-Yeung; Ms Aka Chio.

With FANCL’s generous donation to the Company’s Accessibility Fund, members from Jockey Club Fong Shu Chuen Integrated Children & Youth Services Centre; Pok Oi Hospital Mrs Lee Ho Siu Fong Memorial Children and Families Development Centre; Whampoa Integrated Children & Youth Service Centre; The Church of United Brethren in Christ and Yang Memorial Methodist Social Service received 100 complimentary tickets to enjoy the 21 December matinee performance. A pre-performance talk was also specially organised for the four beneficiary organisations.

Four more performances run 27-29 December 2019 at Hong Kong Cultural Centre’s Grand Theatre. Tickets are available at URBTIX and are priced at $680, $480, $320 and $180, with VIP tickets at $1,000. Suitable for ages 3 and above. Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate the season with loved ones at this joyful holiday event!

Cast list for lead roles:

Date/Time	27 Dec 7:30pm	28 Dec 2:30pm	28 Dec 7:30pm	29 Dec 2:30pm
Ballerina	YE Feifei	KIM Eunsil	YE Feifei	CHEN Zhiyao
Nutcracker	WEI Wei	SHEN Jie	Li Jiabo	WEI Wei
Rat King	Forrest Rain OLIVEROS	Henry SELDON	Forrest Rain OLIVEROS	LI Jiabo
Clara	Amber LEWIS	Nana SAKAI	YANG Ruiqi	LAI Pui Ki Peggy
Fritz	Jonathan SPIGNER	MA Renjie	SHEN Jie	Luis CABRERA

Creative Team
Choreography: Terence Kohler
Music: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Dramaturge: Clair Sauran
Set & Costume Design: Jordi Roig
Lighting Design: David Bofarull
Painters: Jordi Castells & Quique Conde
Live Accompaniment: Hong Kong Sinfonietta
Conductor: Fayçal Karoui

Performance Details
27.12.2019 (Fri) 7:30pm
28.12.2019 (sat) 2:30pm & 6:30pm
29.12.2019 (Sun) 2:30pm
Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
$1,000 (VIP tickets) $680, $480, $320, $180 | * $340, $240, $160, $90

Four performances with live accompaniment
* Available for full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above and people with disabilities and their caretakers
Tickets available at URBTIX now

Ticketing Enquiries: 3761 6661
Credit Card Booking: 2111 5999
Internet Booking: www.urbtix.hk
Programme Enquiries: 2105 9724

Suitable for ages 3 and above
The presenter reserves the right to alter the programme and artists
The performance lasts approximately two hours, including one intermission

Discounts

50% off	Full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and their caretakers (Limited tickets for students and senior citizens available on a first-come, first-served basis. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts.)
15% off	Friends of Hong Kong Ballet
10% off (First two tickets)	CCDC Dance Inspirations card holders, Members of Chung Ying Theatre’s Energy Fun Club Plus, Friends of HKCO, Friends of HKDC Prestige Members, HK Phil Club Bravo members, Members of HKRep Pals, Zuni’s Friends, Fringe Club members, Hong Kong Dance Alliance members, Hong Kong Arts Administrators Association members and HKBU Foundation members
Group Booking	10% off every purchase of 10-19 tickets at regular price; 15% off every purchase of 20-40 tickets

Patrons can enjoy only one of the above discounts for each purchase.
Discounts are not applicable to $1,000 VIP tickets.

$1,000 VIP ticket-holders Special Privilege
Present your ticket stub to Hong Kong Ballet’s reception counter (Level 2 Foyer, Hong Kong Cultural Centre) before the end of intermission to receive a coupon for a free drink. Each ticket stub is valid for one free drink only.

FANCL x Hong Kong Ballet The Nutcracker Exclusive Privilege
Ticket holders are entitled to redeem a complimentary FANCL x HK Ballet The Nutcracker Doll – Christmas Edition at selected FANCL shops in Hong Kong, from 1 December 2019 to 15 January 2020!

Redemption available at the following shops:
- The ONE, Tsim Sha Tsui
- K11 Musea, Tsim Sha Tsui
- Elements, Kowloon
- Festival Walk, Kowloon Tong
- MOKO, Mong Kok
- Windsor House, Causeway Bay
- Cityplaza, Taikoo Shing
- Entertainment Building, Central
- Nan Fung Place, Sheung Wan

‧This complimentary redemption is only valid from 1 December 2019 to 15 January 2020
‧Original ticket or ticket stub must be presented for redemption
‧Membership registration on iFANCL HK Mobile App must be completed and presented for redemption
‧Each ticket or ticket stub can be redeemed once only
‧The redemption is subject to a first-come-first-served basis while stocks last
‧Terms and conditions apply
‧In case of any dispute, FANCL reserves the right to make final decision
For more incredible promotions, check out the exciting details at iFANCL HK Mobile App!

Exclusive Champagne Appreciation Session with Perrier-Jouët Champagne
$1,000 (VIP) and $680 ticket holders can enjoy a complimentary Exclusive Champagne Appreciation Session hosted by Hong Kong Ballet's Champagne Partner Perrier-Jouët Champagne.

Registration: [email protected]
(Please include name, phone number and a copy of ticket stub)
Enquiries: 2378 7965 (Mr Hu)

‧Participant must be aged 18 or above
‧Original ticket stub must be presented for entrance
‧One ticket stub admits one person for one entry only
‧Limited quota; first-come, first-served
‧Date of the Exclusive Champagne Appreciation Session to be determined
‧Terms and conditions apply
‧In case of any dispute, Perrier-Jouët Champagne reserves the right to make final decision

15% off food and beverages at InterContinental Hong Kong
Ticket holders of this production can enjoy 15% off food and beverages at all restaurants and bars at InterContinental Hong Kong before or after the performance upon presentation of their tickets on the performance date.

Terms and conditions apply. This offer is not applicable on 25 December 2019.
Enquiries: 2313 2323 / [email protected]
Website: hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com

Title Sponsor