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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

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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

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

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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

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Bespoke Services Extending Performing Arts for All Corporate Training Afterschool Programme Performance Production EXCEL's Bespoke Service provides a distinctive opportunity for corporate clients, schools, government departments, and other organisations to explore the performing arts and develop practical knowledge of performance and production. Whether for corporate training, team building, client entertainment, or private events, we will always have an EXCELlent solution for you. Our customised programmes and consultation services include: Corporate Training Corporate Training for corporate clients and executives for skills development in presentation, public speaking, communications, team-building, sales techniques development, and leadership training. More Information Afterschool Programme Afterschool Programme for schools ranging from primary schools to universities, with the aim of enhancing the literacy of performing arts among both students and teachers. More Information Performance Production Performance Production for specific purposes such as product launch, brand building, customer-development, or corporate social responsibilities. More Information Have a Question? Contact Us