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DSE Applied Learning Practical Skills for DSE Success Applied Learning Course Taking a Chance on Dance Cohort 2025 – 27 Timetable Phase 1: September 2025 - May 2026 [Download] Phase 2: To be announced Phase 3: To be announced Taking a Chance on Dance is one of the Applied Learning (ApL) courses offered to senior secondary students as an elective subject within the senior secondary curriculum. This course focuses on the aesthetic aspect of dance by engaging students in ta holistic experience as people, dancers and makers of dance through the “Three Key Learning Processes: Performing, Creating and Appreciation”. It involves learning to perform and create dance, learning to appreciate and appraise dance, and using dance to support cognitive learning. The course also provides an all-around training to students, in developing their creativity and imagination, and on the other hand enhancing their interpersonal relations and self-confidence. This course is conducted in Chinese. Enquiries For enquiries, please contact the ApL team at 6090 3412 or email at apl.excel@hkapa.edu Cohort 2024 – 26 Timetable Phase 1: September 2024 - May 2025 [Download] Phase 2: August 2025 [Download] Phase 3: September 2025 - January 2026 [Download] More options on ApL... Applied Learning Course The Essentials of Theatre Arts More Information

Introduction to Risk Assessment for Production Activities Introduction to Risk Assessment for Production activities (Performing Arts) Introduction to Risk Assessment for Production Activities (Performing Arts) Risk assessment is an on-going process that evaluates risks from hazards that may arise along the production process, it is an important component of overall health and safety risk management. This course introduces the idea of risk assessment in the context of performing art productions. Indicative contents: - Concept of health and safety risk management and its process - Definition of hazards and risks - Common hazards and risk - Risk matrix - Risk evaluation - Concept of Hierarchy of control - Risk assessment processes along the production process - Review of cases Date: 29 June 2024 (Sat) Time: 2 pm - 5 pm Venue: HKAPA Language: Cantonese with English Materials Fee: $350 Enrol Speakers Cheung Man-lai Cheung Man-lai is a Lecturer in Technical Direction. He specialises in stage technology, technical direction for productions, venue operations, and workplace health and safety. He holds a BFA in Theatre and Entertainment Arts from the HKAPA, a Prof. Dip. in Occupational Safety and Health from the SCE of HKBU, and an Executive Cert. in Applied Psychology from HKUSPACE. German is continually honing his craft by obtaining professional training at institutions such as the Association of British Theatre Technicians, Artek Formations, and Total Trainings. Collaborating with his colleagues, he translated the ICoPER, the International Code of Practice for Entertainment Rigging, into traditional Chinese to propagate and share best practices. German’s current focus is on automation, applying new technologies, sustainable practices, and cultivating a healthy and safe culture in theatre-making. He is currently a technical member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health and a member of the Association of British Theatre Technicians.

Musical Theatre Programme Unleash your creativity and passion on stage. EXCEL has been showcasing its expertise in musical theatre since its establishment, providing various kinds of training programmes that include short courses, full-time programme and intensive programmes. Musical Theatre Summer Musical School (SMS) More Information

Professional Development Connecting Performing Arts with Career Advancement Teaching and Learning Series / Teaching and Learning Series: Introductory voice workshop Ever wondered how to unlock the full potential of your voice? This introductory voice workshop will provide you with a solid foundation in understanding voice mechanics and everything you need to know about using voice. It will also help you clear away common misconceptions about voice usage and how to maintain healthy vocal use. It will also cover the application of vocal techniques in various musical theatre singing styles, extending beyond the realms of opera and choir voices. Date: 8 June 2024 (Saturday) Time: 10:00am – 1:30pm Venue: The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Language: Cantonese with English materials Certificate: The participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion Fee: HK$650 Enrol Speaker LI Wing Hong, FRSA Senior lecturer in Voice Studies, Discipline leader of the Musical Theatre Curriculum School of Drama, Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. Mr. Li is an Estill Master Trainer and a highly regarded private singing coach, known for his work with popular singers including Louis Cheung, Kay Tse, Keung To, and Lyman Hueng. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and the first Chinese person in Britain to be awarded The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) bursary. After graduating from The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts with a major in Acting, he further pursued his studies at the Birmingham School of Acting (BSA) and graduated in 2010 with an MA in Professional Voice Practice, earning distinction. He distinguished himself as the Drama Scholar of the English Speaking Union and participated in the Voice Teacher's Course at the Royal National Theatre studio, collaborating with internationally renowned voice practitioners like Patsy Rodenburg, Jeannette Nelson, and Kelly McEvenue. Launching his career in London, he excelled as a TV and film actor, theatre practitioner, and community arts worker. His notable TV credits include Casualty, Judge John Deed (BBC), Ultimate Force, and The Bill (ITV), while his theatre credits encompass performances such as Moonwalking in Chinatown at the Soho Theatre in 2007 and Sweet Mandarin with True Heart Theatre in 2009. Moreover, he has made numerous voice-over and commercial appearances throughout his career. Mr. Li has extensive experience as a director, working on a range of musicals such as Children of Eden, Rent, Songs for a New World, Spring Awakening, and more. He has also directed other productions including The Songs for a New World, Love at First Snow, and My City, My Home. In addition to his directing work, he has served as a voice and singing coach for productions such as Woman in Kenzo and Man of La Mancha.

Sing Out - A Musical 2025 Date & Time: 22 Aug 2025 (Friday) 7:30pm 23 Aug 2025 (Saturday) 2:30pm & 7:30pm 24 Aug 2025 (Sunday) 2:30pm Venue: Hong Kong Cultural Centre (Grand Theatre) *Performance in Cantonese with Chinese and English subtitles. *Approximately 2.5 hours with a 15-minute intermission The award-winning dream team of the Hong Kong theatre scene have teamed up with young creatives, sparking new energy in their 2025 production! The Hong Kong original musical "Sing Out - A Musical", which won six major prizes at the 27th Hong Kong Drama Awards, is coming to the stage in August 2025. The musical combines the mission of artistic heritage and character education. The 2025 production is organised and produced by HKAPA EXCEL, sponsored by the Lee Hysan Foundation. The professional creative team will collaborate with approximately 80 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 Executive Producer: Josephine Yim Producer: Lam Hing Lun Guest Performer: Jason Chan Advisors: Leon Ko, Nick Ho Set & Costume Design Advisor: WONG Yat Kwan* Lighting Design Advisor: YEUNG Tsz Yan Director & Choreographer: Florence Cheong Music Director: EK Wong Singing Coach: Lianna Tse Audio Designer: HA Yan Pui Set Designer: CHAN Sing Yin Lighting Designer: LEE Wai Sum Vanessa Costume & Styling Designer: GIU Yuen Man Assistant Director: Pearlmi Tam Assistant Singing Coach: Melodee Mak Choreographer Assistant: Brian Young Dance Coach: Sylvia Lee *With kind permission from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Award-Winning Production A production created for Hong Kong students and performed by Hong Kong students, led by a top-notch creative team from the Hong Kong theatre scene. Winner of 6 awards at the 27th Hong Kong Drama Awards , including Best Production . This is the first production featuring a student cast to receive the "Best Production" award. A Tribute to Diversity, Inclusion, and Integration The cast consists of students from over 40 secondary schools with diverse backgrounds (including ethnic minorities and visually impaired students), showcasing the powerful force of inclusion and integration. Since 2017, it has nurtured hundreds of young people to step onto the professional theatre stage. The Power of Arts Education Witness the transformation of student as they experience challenges in their "4-D" artistic journey , maintaining discipline, proving their dedication, discovering their true selves, and finding joy throughout the process. 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 will continue embarking on a journey filled with both artistic and character education. Strategic Partner and Sponsor Organised and Presented by

Film Directing Workshop: Decision Making Unfold the captivating stories ON and OFF screens Film Directing Workshop: Decision Making Ho Cheuk Tin Film Directing Workshop The Film Directing workshop has invited Ho Cheuk Tin, the Best New Director of the year (known for "The Sparring Partner" and "Over My Dead Body") to provide a unique opportunity to gain insights into the decision-making process involved in filmmaking. Through this workshop, attendees will have the chance to explore the factors that guide a director's decisions during the film production. The workshop aims to explore the impact and significance of effective decision-making in film production, while providing valuable insights into Director Ho's personal experiences of his decision-making process. Interactive and discussion sessions will be incorporated to facilitate engagement and idea exchange between the participants and Director Ho. Date: 28 April 2024 (Sun) Time: 2 pm - 6 pm Venue: HKAPA Language: Cantonese Fee: $600 Enrol Speakers Ho Cheuk Tin HO Cheuk Tin is a graduate of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, with a major in directing. After graduation, he participated in a wide range of projects, from feature-length film projects (Unbeatable and To the Fore ), commercials, to music videos. Ho's first feature-length film The Sparring Partner was released in 2022 and became the fourth Hong Kong film to break through HK$40 million box office in the same year. The film received 16 nominations including Best Film and Best Director at the Hong Kong Film Awards. Ho was named the Best New Director of the year. His latest work is Over My Dead Body , a black comedy which has just been released in Hong Kong in April 2023.

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