The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Held the Naming Ceremony of “William Au Concert Hall” in Recognition of the Generous Support from Mr William Au SBS JP
The Concert Hall of The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (the Academy) has been named after Mr William Au SBS JP as “William Au Concert Hall”, in appreciation of his long-term support.
To recognise Mr Au’s tremendous support, the Naming Ceremony of William Au Concert Hall was held on 19 May 2025 (Friday). The Ceremony was officiated by Mr William Au SBS JP and his family. It was also attended by the Academy Council Chairman, Mr Charles Yang BBS JP and the Academy Director, Professor Anna CY Chan.
To recognise Mr Au’s tremendous support, the Naming Ceremony of William Au Concert Hall was held on 19 May 2025 (Friday). The Ceremony was officiated by Mr William Au SBS JP and his family. It was also attended by the Academy Council Chairman, Mr Charles Yang BBS JP and the Academy Director, Professor Anna CY Chan.
19 May 2025
Microfilm Student Projects of the School of Film and Television Awarded “AR Charitable Foundation Microfilm Prize”
The selection interview of The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts’ "AR Charitable Foundation Microfilm Prize" was held on 21 December 2024. Members of the judging panel included Mr. Edwin Chan, Director of AR Charitable Foundation, Dr. Terry Lam, Acting Dean of the School of Film and Television of the Academy, Mr. Mandrew Kwan, Lecturer (Production Management, Interdisciplinary Projects and Partnerships) and Mr. Sunny Chan, Lecturer (Screenwriting and Creative Development). Two microfilm student projects of the School of Film and Television have been selected to receive the Prize to support the production and screening of projects.
AR Charitable Foundation has been dedicated to supporting the development of performing arts in Hong Kong and nurturing performing arts young talents. The Foundation has generously donated to the Academy to establish "AR Charitable Foundation Microfilm Prize " in the 2024/25 academic year to support students of the School of Film and Television to produce microfilms with theme of "Building a Caring and Trusting Community", "Creating a Harmonious Society," or “Social Cohesion and Inclusion”. Through the microfilms produced by Academy students with the supported of the Prize, the Academy and the Foundation will jointly promote the message of social caring and inclusion to the larger community.
AR Charitable Foundation has been dedicated to supporting the development of performing arts in Hong Kong and nurturing performing arts young talents. The Foundation has generously donated to the Academy to establish "AR Charitable Foundation Microfilm Prize " in the 2024/25 academic year to support students of the School of Film and Television to produce microfilms with theme of "Building a Caring and Trusting Community", "Creating a Harmonious Society," or “Social Cohesion and Inclusion”. Through the microfilms produced by Academy students with the supported of the Prize, the Academy and the Foundation will jointly promote the message of social caring and inclusion to the larger community.
21 Dec 2024
The Academy Received Support from Fubon Bank (Hong Kong) Limited as Title Sponsor of Lincoln Center Chamber Music Series 2024
Following the resounding success of last year's concert series by the Chamber Music Society (CMS) of Lincoln Center, the Academy is very honoured to have CMS’ return to the Academy to present music concerts again this year. As one of the major celebratory events marking the 40th Anniversary of the Academy, the concerts of CMS were held successfully on 23, 25 and 26 October 2024 at the Academy’s Concert Hall. The Academy is also grateful to the generous support of Fubon Bank (Hong Kong) Limited (Fubon Bank) as the Title Sponsor of the concerts, supporting the “3I Fund” for building an interdisciplinary, intercultural, and internationalized campus.
28 Oct 2024
Meeting of awardees of the "Louis Koo Scholarships" with Mr. Louis Koo
Six students of the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (the Academy) who are awarded the "Louis Koo Scholarship" in the 2023/24 academic year, along with Mr. Benny Chan, Lecturer (Sound-Film/TV) of the School of Film and Television, and Ms Jessie Law, Head of Development and Alumni Affairs met with Mr. Louis Koo on 18 July 2024.
18 Jul 2024
HKAPA Ignites Cultural Exchange and Nurtures Young Musicians through the Greater Bay Area Youth Orchestra
The opening concert of the Greater Bay Area Youth Orchestra (GBAYO) Concert Tour 2024 was successfully held at HKAPA on July 8. Officiating guests included Mr. Raistlin Lau JP, Acting Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the HKSAR Government; Mr. Charles Yang BBS JP, Council Chairman of HKAPA; Professor Gillian Choa, Director of HKAPA; and Mr. Guy Bradley, Chairman of Swire Pacific Limited. The orchestra will depart from Hong Kong and bring its melodious music to audiences in Macau, Shenzhen and Guangzhou, fostering artistic and cultural exchange as well as contributing to the arts development in the Greater Bay Area.
Prof. Gillian Choa, Director of HKAPA, remarks, “Following the resounding success of last year's debut concert, we are pleased to once again bring the enchantment of music to the public by the Academy's School of Music and our institutional partners in the Greater Bay Area, including Xinghai Conservatory of Music and The Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra Association. Echoing the Year of the Dragon, symbolising wisdom, prosperity and success, this year's concert is titled Romancing the Dragon. With a captivating blend of classical and contemporary pieces, we hope to create a symphonic journey for the audiences near and far to immerse in the essence of the dragon’s spirits and amazing energy. As a higher education institution dedicated to fostering performing artists and cultural leaders, the GBAYO aims to provide a platform for the highest standard of classical orchestral performance in the region, nurturing young talents through professional training and coaching by world-renowned musicians. I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the HKSAR Government for being a supporting organisation of the concert tour this year. My special thanks also go to the Founding Patron, Swire Group, as well as other sponsors and supporting partners, including Culture, Media, Tourism and Sports Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality as well as SJM Resorts S.A., for their generous support for the concert tour.”
“We are pleased that the GBA Youth Orchestra remains committed to its founding aspiration of promoting cultural exchange and integration in the GBA. The success of the GBAYO is symbolic of the deepening cooperation between Hong Kong, Macau and our neighbouring cities in Guangdong, as the GBA continues to go from strength to strength. As a company deeply rooted in Hong Kong, and with an expanding presence in the GBA, Swire is honoured to continue our patronage of this inspirational youth initiative. Our support for the orchestra is an example of our long-standing commitment to promoting youth development, as well as the arts and culture, within our communities,” said Mr. Arnold Cheng, Director, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, John Swire & Sons (China) Limited.
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Prof. Gillian Choa, Director of HKAPA, remarks, “Following the resounding success of last year's debut concert, we are pleased to once again bring the enchantment of music to the public by the Academy's School of Music and our institutional partners in the Greater Bay Area, including Xinghai Conservatory of Music and The Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra Association. Echoing the Year of the Dragon, symbolising wisdom, prosperity and success, this year's concert is titled Romancing the Dragon. With a captivating blend of classical and contemporary pieces, we hope to create a symphonic journey for the audiences near and far to immerse in the essence of the dragon’s spirits and amazing energy. As a higher education institution dedicated to fostering performing artists and cultural leaders, the GBAYO aims to provide a platform for the highest standard of classical orchestral performance in the region, nurturing young talents through professional training and coaching by world-renowned musicians. I would like to take this opportunity to express my heartfelt gratitude to the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the HKSAR Government for being a supporting organisation of the concert tour this year. My special thanks also go to the Founding Patron, Swire Group, as well as other sponsors and supporting partners, including Culture, Media, Tourism and Sports Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality as well as SJM Resorts S.A., for their generous support for the concert tour.”
“We are pleased that the GBA Youth Orchestra remains committed to its founding aspiration of promoting cultural exchange and integration in the GBA. The success of the GBAYO is symbolic of the deepening cooperation between Hong Kong, Macau and our neighbouring cities in Guangdong, as the GBA continues to go from strength to strength. As a company deeply rooted in Hong Kong, and with an expanding presence in the GBA, Swire is honoured to continue our patronage of this inspirational youth initiative. Our support for the orchestra is an example of our long-standing commitment to promoting youth development, as well as the arts and culture, within our communities,” said Mr. Arnold Cheng, Director, Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, John Swire & Sons (China) Limited.
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8 Jul 2024