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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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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 - Beginners Add to Cart Quick View Fundamental Musicianship and Vocal Training Class Add to Cart Quick View Vocal Training and Performance Class Add to Cart Quick View Filmmaking 101: A Beginner's Guide to Film Production Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Film Directing Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Stage Lighting Design (Bethanie) Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Sound Technology and Operation Course Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Stage Management Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Theatre Directing Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Music Coding Add to Cart Quick View Exploring the World of Film: Yau Ma Tei District Add to Cart Quick View Performance-based Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View Intermediate Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View Elementary Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View Drama Performance: Liberation of Body and Mind Add to Cart Quick View Improvisation Theatre - In & Out - Character Building Full / Closed Quick View Directing Fundamental of Film and New Media Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Screenwriting: From Plot to Script Full / Closed Quick View PLAY WITH VOICE I: Vocal Expression and Communication for Beginners Full / Closed Quick View The Feldenkrais Method®-Awareness Through Movement™ Full / Closed

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CEF Course The Continuing Education Fund (CEF) subsidies adults aged 18 or above on continuing education and training, to encourage the local residents to pursue continuing education. Quick View Introduction to Dance Making Coming Soon Quick View Screenwriting Fundamentals Coming Soon Quick View Music Design and Appreciation for Screen Production Coming Soon Quick View Applied Digital Motion Graphics Coming Soon Quick View Chinese Folk Dance Coming Soon Quick View Introduction to Musical Dance Coming Soon

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.5 and 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

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 - Beginners Add to Cart Quick View Fundamental Musicianship and Vocal Training Class Add to Cart Quick View Vocal Training and Performance Class Add to Cart Quick View Filmmaking 101: A Beginner's Guide to Film Production Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Film Directing Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Stage Lighting Design (Bethanie) Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Sound Technology and Operation Course Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Stage Management Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Theatre Directing Add to Cart Quick View Fundamentals of Music Coding Add to Cart Quick View Exploring the World of Film: Yau Ma Tei District Add to Cart Quick View Performance-based Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View Intermediate Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View Elementary Theatrical Acting Add to Cart Quick View Drama Performance: Liberation of Body and Mind Add to Cart Quick View Improvisation Theatre - In & Out - Character Building Full / Closed Quick View Directing Fundamental of Film and New Media Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Screenwriting: From Plot to Script Full / Closed Quick View PLAY WITH VOICE I: Vocal Expression and Communication for Beginners Full / Closed Quick View The Feldenkrais Method®-Awareness Through Movement™ Full / Closed

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Quick View Dance Beginner Flamenco Price HK$1,800.00 Quick View Dance Elementary Chinese Classical Dance and Shen Yun Price HK$1,800.00 Quick View Dance Theatre Jazz Out of stock Quick View Dance Progressive Ballet Price HK$3,870.00 Quick View Dance Intermediate Ballet Price HK$4,100.00 Quick View Dance Foundation Ballet Out of stock Quick View Dance Tap for Rhythm: Learn to Dance in 8 Classes Out of stock Quick View Dance Intermediate Chinese Classical Dance and Shen Yun Out of stock Quick View Dance Argentine Tango (Level 1 to 2) Out of stock Quick View Dance Chinese Folk Dance – Yi Tobacco Box Dance Out of stock Quick View Dance Fundamental Street Dance Out of stock Brand Film Storytelling For Executives Ended From 80 Hong Kong dollars From HK$80 View Course

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

Professional Development Connecting Performing Arts with Career Advancement Creativity in Teaching and Learning / This series aims to bridging the gap between everyday knowledge and classroom teaching. The focus of the series is to enhance the creativity and pedagogical skills of the in-service teachers through interactive exercises and evidence-based teaching strategies. Drama and Teaching: From Stanislavski to Vygotsky This lecture and workshop combines theories of drama master Konstantin Stanislavski and education development master Lev Vygotsky. Through interactive exercises, participants will learn about the commonalities and application strategies of drama and education, inspiring their creativity in the daily classroom. Speakers Prof. Kevin Tai Assistant Professor of English Language Education, Faculty of Education, The University of Hong Kong Director, Centre for Advancement in Inclusive and Special Education (CAISE), The University of Hong Kong Ms. Suen Wai Fong Subject Coordinator of HKDSE Applied Learning Programme - The Essentials of Theatre Arts, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Examiner (Drama), Hong Kong Arts Development Council Ms. Josephine Yim General Manager, Extension and Continuing Education for Life (EXCEL), The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Date: 16 September 2023 (Saturday) Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm Venue: The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Language: Cantonese with English materials Participants: In-service teachers of all subjects Fee: Free of charge (limited places available on first come first served basis)