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Hong Kong Ballet

Hong Kong Ballet
The latest news and top stories on Hong Kong Ballet, dedicated to being a world-class institution reflecting the city's unique vitality. Established in 1979, its main areas of activity include performing a dynamic repertoire of classical and contemporary works, extensive international touring and comprehensive education and community outreach programmes. The company is recognised as Asia's premier ballet company and a significant cultural ambassador for Hong Kong, committed to making ballet accessible to diverse audiences and nurturing local talent.
Promotional image for “Dunhuang: In Search of Light”, a new production by Hong Kong Ballet choreographed by the award-winning duo Ricky Hu and Mai Jingwen. The premiere will take place from October 16-18, 2026 (Image courtesy of Hong Kong Ballet)
Performing arts in Hong Kong

Profound enlightenment: a ballet’s spiritual journey into China’s Mogao Caves

Choreographers Ricky Hu and Mai Jingwen reveal their new production for Hong Kong Ballet inspired by the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang.

Art

Anne Imhof on love, LGBTQ visibility and control ahead of her Hong Kong show

Wellness

How ballet helps these seniors keep their bodies – and brains – feeling young

Performing arts in Hong Kong

12 must-see Hong Kong shows and arts events in 2026

From the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory musical to a show from Taiwanese dance company Cloud Gate, there’s lots on from now until December.

The Hong Kong premiere of Lunar Halo by Taiwan’s legendary dance theatre Cloud Gate will take place at the Xiqu Centre in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District on July 10, 2026. Photo: WestK
Performing arts in Hong Kong

Update | Superb first half let down by second in Hong Kong Ballet’s The Sleeping Beauty

Strong dancing was marred by a rushed and confused second-half narrative in HKB’s production of Vladimir Malakhov’s The Sleeping Beauty.

Performing arts in Hong Kong

Incredible works of Wu Guanzhong reimagined in Hong Kong dance crossover

Featuring music by Cantopop star Ivana Wong, the Hong Kong Dance Company’s new cross-disciplinary production explores Wu’s visual language.

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Art Basel

Art Basel Hong Kong’s director on the fair’s role in the city’s cultural scene

Angelle Siyang-Le talks to us about her commitment to the show – and why her dad initially thought the company didn’t exist.

Angelle Siyang-Le, director of Art Basel Hong Kong. Photo: Vivien Liu, courtesy of Art Basel
Your Perfect Week

Our cheat sheet for the best things to do in Hong Kong, March 22-28

Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants brings big name chefs to town, edible art comes to Central, and Hong Kong Ballet channels 80s pop.

LIV Golf

Ballet, bites, Bryson but no Phil: 5 things to know about LIV Golf Hong Kong

A 4-round format, Asia’s premier dance company and an appearance by renowned Australia DJ marks series of firsts for golf tournament.

Hong Kong society

‘Belongs to everyone’: wheelchair dancers move beyond boundaries in Hong Kong

‘Beauty isn’t about how we execute difficult moves ... but about those moments when we immerse ourselves together,’ choreographer says.

Dancers rehearse for Wayfaring Beyond. Photo: Elson Li
Wellness

Hong Kong Ballet and Pure Fitness join forces to offer new exercise programme

The dance and strength training crossover aims to dispel the perception of ballet as an inaccessible and elite art form.

People take part in an introductory workshop led by Shen Jie at a Pure Fitness gym in Central. Hong Kong Ballet and Pure Fitness have united to demystify ballet, offering workshops that blend dance and fitness. Photo: Sun Yeung
What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, January 23-25

A huge wellness expo, a luxury pop-up bar, a reimagined classic holiday ballet and more await Hongkongers this weekend.

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Hong Kong culture

Craving art, music and theatre this Christmas? Here’s what to see in Hong Kong

From The Nutcracker to ancient Egypt wonders and Waiting for Godot, the Post highlights shows worth catching this festive season.

Hong Kong society

Editorial | Bruce Lee celebrations can spur efforts to preserve his cultural legacy

Despite Lee’s popularity in Hong Kong and around the world, there is still no museum in the city dedicated to him.

A Bruce Lee sculpture is showcased at “The Formless Way: Memorialising 85 years since Bruce Lee’s birth”, in Hong Kong Station on November 25. Photo: Eugene Lee
Performing arts in Hong Kong

Bruce Lee’s life and philosophy celebrated in cross-genre dance drama

‘Kung Fu Artistry – Bruce Lee’s No Way as Way’ by the Hong Kong Dance Company is a high-energy mix of martial arts, dance and jazz.

“Kung Fu Artistry – Bruce Lee’s No Way as Way” by the Hong Kong Dance Company reframes the star’s legacy as a vibrant, ongoing artistic conversation. Photo: HKDance
On Our Radar

Yoga, ballet and kombucha: the festival helping Hongkongers slow down

Hong Kong Ballet dancers, scientists and local artists converge at Eaton HK’s Consciousness Festival to explore the art of self-care.

Performing arts in Hong Kong

Why this star ballerina was an ‘ugly duckling’ and her struggles with pain

Recently dancing in Hong Kong, Natalia Osipova talks about going from Russia’s Bolshoi Ballet to Britain’s Royal Ballet and her future hopes.

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20 years of Disney magic

Brand-new 20th anniversary events cement Hong Kong Disneyland’s role as tourism flagship

Latest attractions include largest Friendtastic! Parade, dynamic Party at the Castle! show and Momentous: Party in the Night Sky spectacular.

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Hong Kong Disneyland
Michael Moriarty, managing director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, is welcoming guests from around the world to its year-long 20th anniversary celebrations, which were officially launched this summer with The Most Magical Party of All! day-to-night offerings.
My Life

From a corner shop to cabaret star: Rick Lau reflects on his journey

A clairvoyant told him he was destined for the stage, so he changed his whole career trajectory, but even growing up in Hong Kong, he was inspired by Barry Manilow.

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