Did you know that Cantonese opera performers always greet each other with “Good morning” no matter what time of day they meet? Or that in traditional tea houses balcony seats cost more than those closer to the stage? To find out why, join our Xiqu Centre Guided Tour and learn about this new venue and rich history of the art of xiqu. A 60-minute tour, conducted in English has been arranged for RASHK members on Thursday, 18th July 2019. The tour will help explore the Xiqu Centre facilities, learn about the architectural and design features, and discover facts about the culture and stories behind the art of xiqu. Tours are supplemented with multimedia elements and are helpful for newcomers to the art of xiqu. (Please note, as the backstage area is an active working zone it is not part of the guided tour.)

The Docent
English-speaking docent of the Xiqu Centre.

Assembly Time: 2:15 p.m.
Assembly Point: Xiqu Centre information desk
Tour Start Time: 2:30 p.m.
Admission: $50 for RASHK member (Adult with HKID card)

Latecomers will not be able to join a tour that is already in progress and will not be eligible for a refund. Each tour lasts 60 minutes. Participants will be standing and walking for this time.

Booking: Please email membership@royalasiaticsociety.org.hk in advance to reserve your place and pay on entry.

N.B.: Numbers are capped at eight (8) only.

Participants may take photographs and make videos during the tour. However, photography and video recording is not permitted in the Grand Theatre and Tea House Theatre if setup or rehearsals are taking place.