Hong Kong Ballet presents
A special family-friendly production
Ballet Classics for Children: Carnival of the Animals
[Hong Kong – 16 July 2018] Kids of all ages will love Hong Kong Ballet’s charming port-of-entry into the world of ballet! Ballet Classics for Children: Carnival of the Animals is anchored by ballet-world superstar Alexei Ratmansky’s delightful Le Carnaval des Animaux (Carnival of the Animals) and features cameo appearances by a menagerie of characters like Swan Lake’s Little Swans, The Sleeping Beauty’s Puss-n-Boots and the beautiful Bluebird and more. Directed by David Liu and narrated by Rick Lau, this interactive educational programme for families is full of action, drama and humour. This popular series will include a live ballet ‘petting zoo’ at its six performances at Hong Kong Cultural Centre’s Studio Theatre 15-16 September 2018.
Ballet Classics for Children is an excellent first introduction to a live ballet performance for children as young as 3 years old. Shows usually sell out quickly, so get tickets early to avoid disappointment. Tickets are priced at $300 and $200 and are now available at URBTIX.
Choreography: Alexei Ratmansky, Marius Petipa
Director: David Liu
Script Writer and Narrator: Rick Lau
Music: Camille Saint-Saëns, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Set and Costume Design: Sandra Woodall, Peter Farmer, Mark Bailey
David Liu, Director
- Former Olympic figure skater
- Ballet dancer trained at the School of American Ballet
- Artistic Director of the 2015 & 2018 Hong Kong Dance Awards
- Former Co-Artistic Director of the Ice Theatre of New York
- Choreographed for companies such as the City Contemporary Dance Company, Hong Kong Ballet and Singapore Dance Theatre
Rick Lau, Narrator/Script Writer
- Narrated and wrote scripts for the Ballet Classics For Children Series: Swan Lake, Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty
- HK-born Australian-trained musical theatre actor-singer-dancer and cabaret artist
Performance Details
Narration in Cantonese
15.9.2018 (Sat) 12:00 noon & 2:30pm
16.9.2018 (Sun) 5:00pm
Narration in English
15.9.2018 (Sat) 5:00pm
16.9.2018 (Sun) 12:00 noon & 2:30pm
Studio Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
$300, $200
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 1 hour without intermission.
| Discounts |
| 50% off | Full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities (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 The Hong Kong Ballet |
| 10% off |
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 for every purchase of 10-19 tickets at regular price, 15% off for 20-40 tickets |
Patrons can enjoy only one of the above discounts for each purchase.
15% off food and beverage at InterContinental Hong Kong
Ticket holders can enjoy 15% off food and beverage in all restaurants and bars at InterContinental Hong Kong before or after the performance upon presentation of their tickets on the performance date. For details, please call 2313 2323 or email to [email protected].
DOWNLOAD PRESS PHOTOS
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Photo 1: Ballet Classics for Children: Carnival of the Animals promotional image | Dancers (From Top, Clockwise): Wu Di, Lai Pui Ki Peggy, Henry Seldon, Gao Ge, Lucas Jerkander (Till 2017/18 Season) | Creative: Design Army | Photography: Dean Alexander
Photo 2: Ballet Classics for Children: Carnival of the Animals promotional image | Dancers (From Top): Lai Pui Ki Peggy, Henry Seldon, Gao Ge, Wu Di, Lucas Jerkander (Till 2017/18 Season) | Creative: Design Army | Photography: Dean Alexander
Photo 3: Carnival of the Animals | Hong Kong Ballet Dancers | Photographer: Conrad Dy-Liacco
Photo 4: Carnival of the Animals | Dancer: Liu Miaomiao | Photographer: Conrad Dy-Liacco
Photo 5: Carnival of the Animals | Dancers: Wang Qingxin, Li Jiabo and Hong Kong Ballet Dancers | Photographer: Conrad Dy-Liacco
Photo 6: Carnival of the Animals | Hong Kong Ballet Dancers | Photographer: Conrad Dy-Liacco
Photo 7: Carnival of the Animals | Dancers: Wang Qingxin and Hong Kong Ballet Dancers | Photographer: Conrad Dy-Liacco
About Hong Kong Ballet
An eclectic mix of talent, a balance of classical and contemporary works, and a unique repertoire are the trademarks of Hong Kong Ballet, Asia’s premier ballet company. Internationally recognised and acclaimed for its creativity, talent and artistry, the Company, led by Artistic Director Septime Webre, is committed to providing captivating experiences that delight and inspire audiences from all walks of life, both at home and abroad.
For further information, please contact:
Nick Chan
Director of Marketing
T: 2105 9716
M: 9728 1777
[email protected]
