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Bespoke Services Extending Performing Arts for All Introduction Afterschool Programme Performance Production Bespoke Services / Corporate Training / Bespoke Service by EXCEL Corporate Training Corporate Training Programme offers a unique opportunity for corporate clients, schools, government departments, and other organisations to develop their employees’ practical knowledge of performance and production. Our programme also emphasises creative thinking, confidence, and communication skills, which are essential qualities for success in today’s competitive business world. Our Honorable Clients Other Bespoke Services: Afterschool Programme More Information Performance Production More Information Have a Question? Contact Us

Study Areas Explore Performing Arts. Unleash your Infinite Potentials. BROWSE ALL COURSES DRAMA DANCE CHILDREN MUSIC MUSICAL THEATRE FILM & TELEVISION EXECUTIVE TRAINING THEATRE & ENTERTAINMENT ARTS All courses Category All Children Programme TEA Film & TV Professional Development Drama Dance Executive Training Quick View Drama-based Public Speaking - Intermediate Add to Cart Quick View Progressive Ballet Add to Cart Quick View Argentine Tango (Level 1 to 2) Add to Cart Quick View Exploring the World of Film: Tsim Sha Tsui District Full / Closed Quick View Introduction to Playwriting Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Theatre Directing :Devising the Stage from Life’s Journey Add to Cart Quick View Improvisation Theatre - In & Out - Character Building Full / Closed Quick View TS Ninja Trial Day Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Stage Management Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Stage Lighting Design Add to Cart Quick View Drama-based Public Speaking - Beginners Add to Cart Quick View Intermediate Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View Elementary Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View From Story to Screen: Introduction to Storyboarding Add to Cart Quick View 6 Days Summer Intensive Junior Theatre (Age 9-12) : Date Option B Add to Cart Quick View 6 Days Summer Intensive Junior Theatre (Age 9-12) : Date Option A Add to Cart Quick View 6 Days Summer Intensive Kid's Theatre (Age 5-8) : Date Option B Add to Cart Quick View 6 Days Summer Intensive Kid's Theatre (Age 5-8) : Date Option A Add to Cart Quick View Fundamental Musicianship and Vocal Training Class Add to Cart Quick View Vocal Training and Performance Class Add to Cart

CEF Course The Continuing Education Fund (CEF) subsidises adults aged 18 or above on continuing education and training, to encourage the local residents to pursue continuing education. Course Filter Price HK$2,061 HK$3,200 Quick View Introduction to Screen Acting Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Musical Dance Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Dance Making Add to Cart Quick View Screenwriting Fundamentals Out of Stock Quick View Music Design and Appreciation for Screen Production Out of Stock Quick View Applied Digital Motion Graphics Out of Stock

Terms & Conditions Application / Enrolment Course Cancellation, Transfer & Refund Policy Guideline for Participants Continuing Education Fund (CEF) Course 1.1. Application Important Notes Applications for courses will be accepted up to three days before the commencement of each course unless otherwise specified. It is advisable to register well in advance as places are limited. Applications will be handled on a first-come first-served basis. EXCEL reserves the right to accept or reject any application. 1.2. Enrolment and Payment Methods When enrolling for a course, applicants should provide accurate names (as shown on your HKID card), postal addresses, contact telephone numbers, and email addresses. Applications can be made by a representative, however, the applicant's name and contact details must be accurately presented at the time of enrolment so that EXCEL can verify course participant identity, and contact the participants in the case of any class changes. Details of enrolments and payments channels: 1.3. Course Discount A discount may be offered to the following applicants: 10% offer JoyYou card and Senior citizen card holders Holders of registration card for people with disabilities Card holders of Hong Kong Federation of Education Workers Participants who enrol within Early Bird Discount period 20% offer Full-time students (16 or above ) The discount is only applicable to such card holders themselves. The card holders cannot enrol on behalf of other parties with the discount offers. The discount is not applicable to courses which specified "no discounts available". The discount is not applicable to CEF courses. Each of the offers stated above cannot be used in conjunction with other discount offers. EXCEL reserves the right to a final decision in case of any disputes. Have a Question? Contact Us

DSE Applied Learning Practical Skills for DSE Success Introduction Applied Learning (ApL) courses are elective subjects within the senior secondary curriculum that emphasises practical learning in professional and vocational fields, combining theory and practice. The HKAPA has been promoting arts education in Hong Kong by offering two performing arts programmes, The Essentials of Theatre Arts and Taking a Chance on Dance , as elective subjects for ApL since 2010. These introductory programmes provide an overview of dance and theatre arts for S.4 to S.6 students who are interested in pursuing performing arts in their future studies and career. Since 2016, both programmes have been registered as Qualifications Framework level 3 Certificate Programmes, and EXCEL has been delegated to operate them since September 2022. Study Programme / DSE Applied Learning / Applied Learning Course The Essentials of Theatre Arts More Information Applied Learning Course Taking a Chance on Dance More Information

Bespoke Services Extending Performing Arts for All Introduction Corporate Training Performance Production Bespoke Services / Afterschool Programme / Bespoke Service by EXCEL Afterschool Programme Afterschool Programme is a customised extracurricular programme designed for schools. With the guidance of professional instructors, students and teachers will learn the necessary skills and expertise required to deliver a successful production using their school’s equipment, while also fostering the development of their creative thinking and communication skills. Stage Production Film & Television Production Other Bespoke Services: Corporate Training More Information Performance Production More Information Have a Question? Contact Us

Short Courses Explore dynamic programmes at EXCEL. Study Programme / Short Course / All Short Courses Category All Children Programme TEA Film & TV Professional Development Drama Dance Music Executive Training Quick View Drama-based Public Speaking - Intermediate Add to Cart Quick View Progressive Ballet Add to Cart Quick View Argentine Tango (Level 1 to 2) Add to Cart Quick View Exploring the World of Film: Tsim Sha Tsui District Full / Closed Quick View Introduction to Playwriting Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Theatre Directing :Devising the Stage from Life’s Journey Add to Cart Quick View Improvisation Theatre - In & Out - Character Building Full / Closed Quick View TS Ninja Trial Day Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Stage Management Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Stage Lighting Design Add to Cart Quick View Drama-based Public Speaking - Beginners Add to Cart Quick View Intermediate Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View Elementary Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View From Story to Screen: Introduction to Storyboarding Add to Cart Quick View 6 Days Summer Intensive Junior Theatre (Age 9-12) : Date Option B Add to Cart Quick View 6 Days Summer Intensive Junior Theatre (Age 9-12) : Date Option A Add to Cart Quick View 6 Days Summer Intensive Kid's Theatre (Age 5-8) : Date Option B Add to Cart Quick View 6 Days Summer Intensive Kid's Theatre (Age 5-8) : Date Option A Add to Cart Quick View Fundamental Musicianship and Vocal Training Class Add to Cart Quick View Vocal Training and Performance Class Add to Cart

Sing Out - A Musical 2024 Sing Out - A Musical 2024 Leon Ko X Chris Shum X Candace Chong The award-winning dream team of the Hong Kong theatre scene have teamed up with young creatives, sparking new energy in their 2024 production! The Hong Kong original musical "Sing Out - A Musical", which won six major prizes at the 27th Hong Kong Drama Awards, will return to the stage in August 2024. The musical combines the mission of artistic heritage and character education. The 2024 production is organised and produced by HKAPA EXCEL, sponsored by the Lee Hysan Foundation. The professional creative team will collaborate with approximately 70 young people from various institutions to participate in the on-stage and backstage performance, injecting new vigour and creativity into the local musical theatre scene! Composer: Leon Ko Lyricist: Chris Shum Bookwriter: Candace Chong Advisors: Leon Ko, Nick Ho Co-directors: Florence Cheong, Becca Cheung Music Director: EK Wong Choreographer: Florence Cheong 23-25 August, 2024 Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre Synopsis A confident and ambitious secondary school student, filled with youthful vigor, encounters young individuals from all walks of life. Together, they form an unconventional choir, determined to overcome past failures and rise to new heights. Unfortunately, their path towards pursuing their dreams is paved with challenges and setbacks. At the most bewildering crossroads, how will they rediscover their initial aspirations and emerge from the depths of despair? While searching for the meaning of music and life, will these "angry youths" transform into "passionate youths"? 27th Hong Kong Drama Awards: • Best Production • Best Director (Comedy/Farce) • Best Original Song Lyrics • Best Musical Score • Best Sound Design • Outstanding Production of the Year 4D Arts x Character Education D iscovery / D elight / D edication / D iscipline EXCEL has been offering musical theatre training courses since 2002 and produces a significant summer musical for teenagers yearly. This year, young artists and students from Carmel Secondary School, Gertrude Simon Lutheran College, PAOC Ka Chi Secondary School, Ebenezer School, Home for the Visually Impaired, and the HKAPA Applied Learning Programmes will embark on a journey filled with both artistic and character education. The proceeds from ticket sales will be fully utilised to promote the development of youth musical theatre in Hong Kong. Buy Now Strategic Partner and Sponsor Organised and Presented by

Bespoke Services Extending Performing Arts for All Introduction Corporate Training Performance Production Bespoke Service / Afterschool Programme / Film and Television Production Afterschool Programme Film and Television Production Selective Module 1 Selective Module 2 Selective Module 3 Selective Module * The content of each module can be adjusted in order to meet the specific needs of the school. Selective Module 1: Visual Storytelling Students learn to identify the various disciplines involved in creating content, operate cameras for effective communication through framing and composition, and transfer their ideas into a format suitable for screen work. Additionally, students explore the role of sound and music in storytelling, develop their own stories for shooting, and learn pre-production techniques to ensure a smooth production process. They also learn to produce their stories and apply basic post-production techniques to refine their final product. Number of sessions: 8 sessions; 1.5 hours / session Required venue: Classroom / Multipurpose Room Required Equipment: Projector, computer and iPad* *Some apps may need to be installed for practical or teaching purposes No. of Participants: max. 20 people Selective Module * The content of each module can be adjusted in order to meet the specific needs of the school. Selective Module 2: Screenplay Students gain various skills related to scriptwriting, including learning about the job of a scriptwriter, proper script format, creative ideation process, writer's room interaction, crafting a synopsis, identifying character and plot beats, taking feedback, and sharing their work with others. Number of sessions: 8 sessions; 1.5 hours / session Required venue: Classroom / Multipurpose Room Required Equipment: Projector, computer and iPad* *Some apps may need to be installed for practical or teaching purposes No. of Participants: max. 20 people Selective Module * The content of each module can be adjusted in order to meet the specific needs of the school. Selective Module 3: Editing Students learn about the history of editing and the editor's role in storytelling. Additionally, students learn to manage software to set up projects for an edit, master the art of juxtaposition, hone cuts, finalize a cut, and lock picture. They also learn the importance of sound and how to layer effective sound for storytelling. Finally, students learn the basic graphic capacity of their software to output an engaging work. Number of sessions: 8 sessions; 1.5 hours / session Required venue: Classroom / Multipurpose Room Required Equipment: Projector, computer and iPad* Some apps may need to be installed for practical or teaching purposes No. of Participants: max. 20 people Other Afterschool Programme: Stage Production Other Bespoke Services: Corporate Training More Information Performance Production More Information Have a Question? Contact Us

Lifelong Learning Explore dynamic programmes at EXCEL. Fundamentals of Stage Management / Fundamentals of Stage Management This course is an overview of the roles of stage management in the theatre industry. Course content includes: * Outline of the stage management team's duties and responsibilities including their roles in the technical period * Introducing theatre conventions, stage equipment and theatre glossary * Organizational and management skills * Preparation of prompt book and blocking notation * Understanding the financial responsibilities of the stage management team in relation to production budgets * Introducing the relationship of the stage management team to other theatre personnel * Calling cues * Stage managing various art forms * Theatre health and safety On successful completion of this course, participants should understand some of the fundamental techniques of stage management. The course includes a session for participants to practice at a theatre. A combined practical class will be offered to students from Stage Lighting Design, Stage Management and Sound Technology and Operation course at the last lesson**. **The combined practical class will be offered on the condition that there is sufficient enrolment for EACH course. Course information BROWSE ALL COURSES

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