FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Hong Kong Ballet’s Radiant 2026/27 Season
‘Hong Kong Bling’ is an Opulent Feast for the Senses
[Hong Kong — 23 June 2026] Hong Kong Ballet (HKB) officially debuts its 2026/27 Season with a vibrant ‘Hong Kong Bling’ theme, seamlessly bringing the cultural energy of the city's golden age together with ballet’s exquisite artistry. Continuing its history of bold visual innovation, the company draws inspiration from local hot pot culture with an eclectic fusion of 1970s Hong Kong cinema, music and fashion simmering deliciously together. HKB has a thrilling lineup of world premieres and powerful encores that will provide a rich sensory experience and spark lively conversations in the community. Season subscriptions are available on POPTICKET from now until 11 August 2026.
Audiences will be captivated by the thrilling encore of an award-winning ballet and two powerful world premieres that explore the human experience: HKB Choreographer-in-Residence Hu Song Wei Ricky and Mai Jingwen’s uplifting Dunhuang: In Search of Light about the search for enlightenment at a bustling Silk Road epicentre a thousand years ago; Annabelle Lopez-Ochoa’s vivacious Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon, which explores the complex life of an extraordinary woman who redefined the fashion world; the action-packed world premiere Bruce Lee: Hong Kong Legend, which celebrates Hong Kong’s international star who inspired generations with his martial arts prowess and deep philosophy.
For fans of the classics, Henderson Land Proudly Presents The Nutcracker is a timeless Christmas Eve adventure with colourful characters and Le Corsaire: The Pirate Hunter!’s swashbuckling tale of pirates bursting with virtuoso dancing will return to delight audiences of all ages. Younger fans will enjoy a fun family day at Summer Fling to meet HKB dancers during a studio show as they perform lively dance excerpts, along with a family workshop.
HKB believes that dance is a universal language, and its global vision continues to broaden with major international tours. This season, the company's critically acclaimed Romeo + Juliet will travel to Beijing and Chengdu to share this story of forbidden love with mainland Chinese audiences.
As HKB continues to engage more with the local community, the growth of Hong Kong Academy of Ballet and the expansion of popular programmes like ‘Dancing to Hong Kong’s Heartbeat’ and ‘Silver Ballet’ camps and classes for seniors will continue. There will be more vibrant collaborations and pop-up performances in unusual spaces and places around Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area in 2027.
HKB Artistic Director Septime Webre shares, ‘Hot pot is more than a meal; it is a living expression of togetherness and community. Generations of family and friends have transformed individual ingredients into something greater and richer. As a Hong Kong cultural ambassador, HKB brings international partners together on the global stage. Our ultimate goal is to connect with global audiences and showcase Hong Kong's radiant culture, vitality and traditions.’
Season Subscriptions
Early bird season subscriptions are available exclusively on POPTICKET from today through 11 August 2026. Guests can choose their preferred productions and also have the same seat/s for all of their subscription productions in the premium package. Additionally, 2025/26 and 2026/27 Friends of Hong Kong Ballet members can enjoy up to 30% off performances, and non-friends of HKB can receive up to 25% off. Everyone is invited to experience an electrifying ‘Hong Kong Bling’ season!
2026/27 Dancer Promotions
HKB is also pleased to announce several artistic promotions for the 2026/27 Season. Soloist Albert Gordon has been officially promoted to Principal Dancer, following his outstanding lead performances that captured the hearts of critics and audiences alike. Coryphées Gouta Seki and Jeremy Chan have both been elevated to Soloists. Furthermore, bright talents Teng Ronger and Zou Mengjie have been named Coryphées. The company celebrates their stellar achievements and looks forward to seeing them shine in the new season’s bold productions.
HKB Dancer James Yan Chun Hung Triumphs at Helsinki International Ballet Competition
In another historic milestone, HKB corps de ballet dancer James Yan Chun Hung achieved monumental success at the recent Helsinki International Ballet Competition. Representing HKB, Yan advanced to the highly competitive final round and won Second Prize in the Senior Category. Standing out with his clean classical technique and powerful contemporary expression, he is a testament to artistic mastery and reaffirms HKB’s deep commitment to cultivating world-class ballet talent.
2026/27 Season Productions
Summer Fling [31 JUL 2026]
When the weather heats up outside, bring the whole family inside the studio for some inspiration and creativity at Summer Fling: Ballet Family Fun Day! Meet HKB dancers up close and enjoy special performances featuring dazzling excerpts from classical favourites like The Sleeping Beauty and Romeo + Juliet, and get a special sneak peek of the Dunhuang: In Search of Light world premiere. Following the programme, audiences can enjoy an exciting ballet workshop.
Dunhuang: In Search of Light [16-18 OCT 2026]
From the brilliant team that brought the runaway-hit The Butterfly Lovers comes an epic new ballet inspired by Hermann Hesse’s 1922 novel ‘Siddhartha’ and the historic Dunhuang cave temples. Dunhuang: In Search of Light follows a young man's quest for enlightenment through temptation, love, and growth, guided by celestial Feitian (Flying Apsaras). The production fuses powerful classical ballet with cutting-edge visuals and living frescoes to celebrate personal awakening, wisdom, and compassion.
In a landmark collaboration, HKB partners for the first time with the Dunhuang Academy, bringing the richness and authenticity of Dunhuang’s cultural heritage to the stage, and deepening the production’s artistic and historical resonance.
Henderson Land Proudly Presents The Nutcracker [11-27 DEC 2026]
Where holiday dreams come true! Septime Webre's heartwarming Hong Kong adventure with Tchaikovsky’s timeless score and extraordinary sets and costumes returns to delight audiences. On Christmas Eve, Clara, Fritz and the Nutcracker Prince set out to defeat the sinister Rat King to restore order to their magical kingdom in this enchanting classic that celebrates early 20th century Hong Kong's history, culture and natural beauty.
Le Corsaire: The Pirate Hunter! [29-31 JAN 2027]
Brimming with feisty virtuoso ballet featuring HKB’s artists, the popular award winning Le Corsaire returns with its swashbuckling tale of a dashing pirate’s love for a beautiful harem girl. Captive maidens, rich pashas, suspenseful abductions and stunning fantasy garden all culminate in an unexpected shipwreck that’s one of the most breathtaking spectacles in all of ballet.
Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon [2-4 APR 2027]
Internationally acclaimed choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s runaway hit Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon is based on the captivating and savvy businesswoman’s almost mythical rags-to-riches story with an original score by Peter Salem, elegant sets and costumes by Jérôme Kaplan and artistic collaboration by Nancy Meckler. The vibrant production won Outstanding Set and Costume Design at the 2024 Hong Kong Dance Awards.
Bruce Lee: Hong Kong Legend [Coming soon in 2027 Summer]
Bruce Lee, Hong Kong’s legendary martial artist and global icon, captured the world through his films, philosophy, and life. His epic story premieres as a groundbreaking ballet Bruce Lee: Hong Kong Legend. Created and directed by HKB Artistic Director Septime Webre, with a libretto by Tony, Grammy and Obie award-winning writer David Henry Hwang; costumes and set design by Academy Award-winning designer Tim Yip; martial arts direction by the World Wushu champion and veteran action director Jaden He; an original score and arrangements by renowned composer Ng Cheuk Yin; and video design by artist Dan Wong, this production blends classical orchestra, Chinese instruments, and contemporary pop into a dynamic score to celebrate Bruce Lee’s enduring spirit and cultural legacy.
HKB on Tour | Romeo + Juliet | Beijing [29-30 AUG 2026] | Chengdu [11-12 SEP 2026]
Romeo + Juliet was in high demand on tour in Seoul in 2025 and in New York and North Carolina in 2023, garnering enthusiastic acclaim from both audiences and critics. This summer, join the brilliant HKB dancers as they embark on an exciting tour to Beijing’s National Centre for the Performing Arts, and Chengdu as a highlight of the Hong Kong Week!
For further information, please contact:
Tobe To | Marketing and PR Manager | T: 2105 9716 / 9207 5426 | [email protected]
About Hong Kong Ballet
Hong Kong Ballet (HKB) is recognised internationally as a world-class institution that represents Hong Kong's unique character. Since its inception in 1979, HKB has evolved into a vibrant performing arts organisation with a dynamic repertoire, forward-thinking community engagement initiatives and an emphasis on excellence.
Comprised of 50 dancers from all over the globe – Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland and other parts of Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and North America, HKB has won recognition both regionally and internationally with celebrated re-stagings of the classics, neoclassical masterworks by George Balanchine and others and original ballets created for HKB and about Hong Kong. Additionally, HKB performs works by its Artistic Director Septime Webre and some of today’s most sought-after choreographers, including Alexei Ratmansky, Christopher Wheeldon, Wayne McGregor, Justin Peck, Jiří Kylian, Nacho Duato and Annabelle Lopez Ochoa as well as innovative new works by its Choreographer-in-Residence, Hu Song Wei Ricky, and numerous emerging Hong Kong choreographers.
HKB stands out as a dynamic Hong Kong cultural ambassador, sharing its unique repertoire and style with audiences in Europe, North America, Chinese Mainland and Asia. With over 50 international tours since its founding, recently HKB performed or was presented immersive works in Macau, Venice, New York, London, Seoul and Shanghai. HKB maintains the Hong Kong Academy of Ballet, a professionally-oriented ballet school, as well as a full schedule of award-winning community programmes and crossover collaborations throughout Hong Kong to ensure ballet is accessible to all. HKB has also produced engaging original videos and dance films that have collectively garnered over 10 million views online, connecting with ballet lovers worldwide.
