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DSE Applied Learning Practical Skills for DSE Success Applied Learning Course Taking a Chance on Dance 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 Starting from 21 April 2026, F.3 students can apply for the Applied Learning courses offered by HKAPA through their secondary schools. For more details about the courses, please refer to the link below: [Click Here] Cohort 2026 – 28 Student Selection Arrangement Applicants will be invited to undergo a student selection process to ascertain their eligibility for the programme. The audition schedule will be announced via the Education Bureau platform or applicant’s secondary school. In the meantime, please pay attention to the following selection arrangements and fill in the required information: Selection Procedure Online Questionnaire Applicants are required to submit an online questionnaire form, which includes: Personal Information; Preference(s) on class day and time; A Dance Study Experience Form (if applicable); and A Other Performance Experience Form (if applicable). Online Questionnaire Link (Chinese version only; applicants will have to sign in their Google account in order to submit the form) 2. Face-to-Face Audition Applicants are required to attend a face-to-face audition on either 2 May or 9 May 2026 (Saturday) . The audition schedule will be announced via the Education Bureau platform or applicant’s secondary school. Applicants are advised to arrive the registration venue 30 mins before the scheduled time. Registration venue: Lobby, 3/F, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts The audition includes: Physique test movements; Dance combination; Improvisation When attending the audition, applicants must comply to the dress code listed below: Slim-fit outfits, e.g. leotard; Neat and tidy hair; Barefoot or wearing socks; and Loos-fitting outfits, jeans, and any accessories are NOT allowed. More options on ApL... Applied Learning Course The Essentials of Theatre Arts More Information Cohort 2025 – 27 Timetable Phase 1: September 2025 - May 2026 [Download] Phase 2: To be announced Phase 3: To be announced Cohort 2024 – 26 Timetable Phase 1: September 2024 - May 2025 [Download] Phase 2: August 2025 [Download] Phase 3: September 2025 - January 2026 [Download] Notes for Learning Progress Report [As at 2025/11/30]

Director in Focus Ryusuke Hamaguchi Director in Focus: Ryusuke Hamaguchi / Director in Focus Seminar Series Ryusuke Hamaguchi Enrol Welcome to the world of renowned director Ryusuke Hamaguchi ! With a screening session of selected movie and a corresponding seminar, this course series offers a unique opportunity to delve into the cinematic journey of Ryusuke Hamaguchi. Each week, participants will attend a screening session at MOViEMOViE in the Pacific Place. Following the screening, esteemed film critics from Hong Kong will facilitate a brief sharing session, sharing their valuable insights and analysis for approximately 20 minutes. Continuing the exploration, a 2-hour class will be held at the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) later in the same week. Led by the esteemed film critics, Ka Ming (家明) or Born Lo (四維出世), this class will foster engaging and in-depth discussions based on the selected film. ***Upon full attendance of this course, there will be a certificate of completion jointly issued by HKAPA EXCEL and MOViE MOViE.*** Date: 20 November 2023 (Mon) - 14 December 2023 (Thu) Sessions: 8 (4 Screenings, 4 Seminars) Venue: - Screening: MOViEMOViE, Pacific Place - Seminar: HKAPA Language: Cantonese Fee: $1,800 Schedule Session 1 Passion Screening: Date: 20 Nov (Mon) Time: 7:15 pm - 10:00pm Seminar: Date: 23 Nov (Thu) Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Session 3 Touching The Skin Of Eeriness Screening: Date: 4 Dec (Mon) Time: 7:15 pm - 9 :0 0pm Seminar: Date: 7 Dec (Thu) Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Session 2 Intimacies (Part 1) Screening: Date: 27 Nov (Mon) Time: 7:15pm - 10 :0 0pm Seminar: Date: 30 Nov (Thu) Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Session 4 Happy Hour (Part 1) Screening: Date: 11 Dec (Mon) Time:7:15 pm - 11 :0 0pm Seminar: Date: 14 Dec (Thu) Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Speakers Ka Ming Renowned film critics in Hong Kong. He has been teaching on part-time basis for many years in various tertiary institutions in Hong Kong and also at the Academy. Born Lo Studied Architecture and always love Movies. Born is a Film Historian and his article appeared on Sing Pao, Hong Kong Economic Journal, Hong Kong Economic Times, Film Bi-Weekly, City Magazine, initial Media, Ming Pao Century etc. He has been writing film critique for Ming Pao Sunday for more than 10 years, and taught schools such as HKICC Lee Shau Kee School of Creativity and HK Baptist University. He has also been a tutor in School of FTV, Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts since 2010. Born is also a Registered Architect and HKIA Member. He started Architectural Design education in HKDI and worked in the Hong Kong Movie Industry before. His production design team won the Hong Kong Film Award and Taiwan Golden Horse Award.

About EXCEL Extending Performing Arts for All About EXCEL / Board of Governors / Board of Governors Professor Anna CY CHAN Chairman Mr. Patrick LEE Chung-wah Vice Chairman Ms Bernice CHAN Lai-ping Treasurer Dr Gordon MUNRO Member Mr. Frederick Michael DEMOPOULOS Member Mr. Leon KO Sai-Tseung Member Ms Stella LAU Yin-ling Member Ms Sheryl LEE Ming-chi Member Mr. LI Wing-Hong Member Ms Yolanda NG Yuen-ting Member Ms Yvonne SHING Mo-han Member Dr YUEN Man Chun Royce Member About EXCEL Study @ EXCEL Our Team 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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FILM & TV Study Areas / Film & TV / Quick View From Story to Screen: Introduction to Storyboarding Add to Cart Quick View "Another World" Music Workshop Full / Closed Quick View Filmmaking 101: A Beginner's Guide to Film Production Full / Closed Quick View Exploring the World of Film: Tsim Sha Tsui District Full / Closed Quick View Introductory to Virtual Production Full / Closed Quick View Film Set Design and the Aesthetics of Space Workshop Full / Closed 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 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