Nanyin Theatre Siu Hei’s Musical Journey: Poetry in Nanyin

One Table Two Chairs Charitable Foundation
17 – 18/7 (FRI – SAT) 7:30pm
18 – 19/7 (SAT – SUN) 3:30pm
19/7 (SUN) 11:30am
Cultural Activities Hall, Tsuen Wan Town Hall
$280 $240

Nanyin Theatre Siu Hei’s Musical Journey: Poetry in Nanyin

Siu Hei’s Musical Journey: Poetry in Nanyin brings classic Tang poetry stories to life through Nanyin melodies. Audiences will rediscover the vivid imagery of Tang poetry through expressive Nanyin vocals. Renowned composer Ng Cheuk-yin weaves delightful Nanyin children’s songs into a heartwarming family story. The captivating and emotionally resonant performance will be led by Cantonese Opera legend Prof Yuen Siu-fai. Together with live zheng accompaniment and interactive elements, it promises an enjoyable experience for audiences of all ages.

Performers: Prof Yuen Siu-fai, Tsang Mo-suet Musette, Wong Hei-man Ruby
Music director: Ng Cheuk-yin

Extension Activities
4/7(SAT) 11am
Parent-Child Nanyin Introductory Workshop
Exhibition Gallery, Tsuen Wan Town Hall The instructor will introduce the structure of nanyin, and participants will try their hands at writing new lyrics for a classic melody. With the beat of the wooden clapper baan,
families will perform their verses together, creating a one-of-a-kind parentchild nanyin piece!

Child $120 Parent $180#
Quota : 15 Families^
# $120 for full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance recipients
^ 1 parent or adult with 1 child
5/7(SUN) 11am
Nanyin Theatre Siu Hei’s Musical Journey: Poetry in Nanyin “Speak & Play Cantonese” Drama Workshop
Exhibition Gallery, Tsuen Wan Town Hall Did you know Cantonese has nine sounds and six tones? That’s why it sounds so musical! Cantonese nanyin is a unique art form that turns these tones into song and storytelling.
Come join this workshop and explore the sounds and rhythms of Cantonese through games and singing.

Child $120 Parent $180#
Quota : 15 Families^
# $120 for full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance recipients
^ 1 parent or adult with 1 child

Programme of International Arts Carnival 2026

Other information

. Approx 1 hour with no interval.

. Meet-the-artist session after the matinee on 19 July.

. In Cantonese

. Tickets available at URBTIX from 15/5 (Fri).