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FILM & TV Study Areas / Film & TV / Quick View Filmmaking 101: A Beginner's Guide to Film Production Add to Cart Quick View Introduction to Film Directing Full / Closed Quick View Exploring the World of Film: Yau Ma Tei District Full / Closed Quick View Introduction to Screenwriting: From Plot to Script Full / Closed Quick View Directing Fundamental of Film and New Media Full / Closed Quick View "Film X Space X Stage" Creative Workshop Full / Closed Quick View From Story to Screen: Introduction to Storyboarding Full / Closed Quick View Exploring the World of Film: To Kwa Wan District Full / Closed Quick View Exploring the World of Film: Wan Chai District Full / Closed Quick View Film Workshop: "Zero to Hero" - from Script to Screen Full / Closed Quick View Film & Arts: From Contemporary Arts to Film Art Direction Full / Closed Quick View Ho Cheuk Tin x Wing Moa Immersive Film Workshop Full / Closed

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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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Lifelong Learning Explore dynamic programmes at EXCEL. Drama-based Public Speaking - Beginners / Drama-based Public Speaking - Beginners The ability to present your thoughts and ideas in succinct, engaging language and to hold the undivided attention of an audience is a good skill-set to have... at any time! The Drama-based Public Speaking course is your first step toward becoming a sincere and engaging speaker with ‘presence’. The course will focus on your strengths and develop a platform on which to build your speaking skills. Students will be trained to take out of their comfort zones. In this course you will learn by doing through a carefully designed process of learning. Drama-based materials and techniques will be utilised to expand your public speaking ability and increase the scope of your comfort zone. The course is conducted in a small group of 8-10 participants to ensure ample attention is given to individual needs. Students will practice and present a speech at the end of the course. Course information BROWSE ALL COURSES

About EXCEL Extending Performing Arts for All About EXCEL / Study @ EXCEL / Study @ EXCEL EXCEL programmes cover a wide range of performing arts disciplines, including dance, theatre, music, film, and theatre & entertainment arts. We believe in providing our students with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of their chosen discipline, while also encouraging them to explore advanced techniques and gain a broader understanding of the history and culture behind each art form. We also offer workshops and masterclasses with visiting artists and experts in the field, providing students with the opportunity to learn from accomplished performers and educators and gain a nuanced understanding of the performing arts. We believe that the performing arts have the power to transform lives and enrich communities. Our comprehensive education aims to help students achieve their personal goals while inspiring them to become lifelong advocates for the arts. Discover your passion for the performing arts - we have courses for everyone, regardless of age, gender, and experience level: About EXCEL Board of Governors Our Team Have a Question? Contact Us

MUSIC Study Areas / Music / Quick View Fundamental Musicianship and Vocal Training Class Full / Closed Quick View Vocal Training and Performance Class Full / Closed Quick View Sharing Session With Wynton Marsalis and Carlos Henriquez Full / Closed

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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