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    Poon Wai-sum returns to the HKRep in a new show of his dexterity as playwright and director, bringing to the stage the love and sorrow of a multigenerational family with a touch of black humour
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    Extra tickets have been added due to popular demand.

    Please note, in the event that the seating capacity is reduced to follow the latest COVID-19 measures, those who have purchased these extra tickets may be denied entry. Other entry and seating arrangements may also be affected. Further details of such arrangements will be announced on the West Kowloon and Hong Kong Repertory Theatre websites.

     

    Poon Wai-sum pens and directs alleged black comedy

     

    Some say she’s a centurion. Having lived alone for years, she announces her self-exile on her proclaimed 100th birthday, when she plans to move from month to month to the homes of her three children until the day she can no longer walk, where she’ll stay put until she meets her Maker.

     

    Her three children all suffer from their own family strife and personal problems. When they hear their mother’s new strategic plan, they are all at a loss. This is the last straw in their beleaguered existence. Will they survive this test?

     

    Following The Diary of Song, Poon Wai-sum returns to the HKRep in a new show of his dexterity as playwright and director, bringing to the stage the love and sorrow of a multigenerational family. HKRep veteran Chow Chi-fai appears en travesti as the matriarch, elevating Poon’s fantastic theatre aesthetics to another level.

     

    Playwright and Director Poon Wai-sum will join a post-performance sharing in performances on 25 September 2022 (Sunday) and 1 October 2022 (Saturday).

     

    Playwright and Director:
    Poon Wai-sum

     

    Playwright and Director: Poon Wai-sum
    Scenographer: Moon Yip
    Light and Live Cinema Designer: Fung Kwok Kee Gabriel
    Costume Designer: Yuen Hon Wai
    Composer & Sound Designer: Wei Fangxia
    Movement Designer: Ata Wong*
    Cast: Chow Chi-fai, Ko Hon-man, Mercy Wong, Chris Sun, Wong Hiu-yee, Poon Tai-ming, Trickle Choi, Luk Ka-ki, Chan Kiu, Dee To
    *With the kind permission of Théâtre de la Feuille

     

    Presented by Hong Kong Repertory Theatre
    Co-presented with Freespace

    Hong Kong Repertory Theatre

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    Concessions

    Half price for senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and a companion, and full-time students. Ticket holders must present proof of eligibility on admission. Senior citizen and student quotas are available on a first come, first served basis.

    Discounts

    HKRep Pals are eligible for 15% discount on standard tickets bought online or in person at the Xiqu Centre or Freespace ticket office on submission of membership number.

     

    HKRep Green Pals are eligible for 30% discount on standard tickets bought online, by phone or in person at the Xiqu Centre or Freespace ticket officeTicket holders must present proof of eligibility on admission.

     

    Members of the following organisations are eligible for discounts on standard tickets bought in person at the Xiqu Centre or Freespace ticket office, and upon presentation of valid membership/staff cards:

    Members of CCDC Dance Inspirations (10% off)
    Members of Club Bravo, Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (10% off)
    Zuni’s Friends (10% off)
    Friends of The Hong Kong Ballet (10% off)
    Friends of Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra (10% off)
    Friends of Hong Kong Dance Company (10% off)
    Members of “Energy Fun Club Plus”, Chung Ying Theatre (10% off, max 2 tickets)
    Members of HKAPA Alumni Association (10% off)
    Members of Hong Kong Chinese Civil Servant’s Association (10% off)
    Members of FANCL Club (10% off)
    Staff of Shun Hing Group (10% off)
    Members of Bookaholic, The Commercial Press (10% off)
    Members of Hong Kong Arts Administrators Association (10% off)
    Members or staff of Broadway Photo Supply Ltd (10% off)
    Members of CCDC Student Dance Inspirations (10% off)
    Members of Hong Kong Association of Theatre Technicians & Scenographers (10% off)
    Members of Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil)’s Young Audience Scheme (10% off)

    Age Limit

    Recommended for ages 12 and above.

    Children under the age of 6 will not be admitted.

    Remarks
    • This programme contains strong language.
    • You are recommended to arrive 15 minutes before the event starts. Latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break. 
    • In line with the latest government regulations and in the interests of community health, the seating capacity is reduced and may affect the admission and seating arrangement. Please check back for event announcements and updates.
    • Please provide contact information when purchasing tickets.
    • For the safety of participants, visitors, artists and staff, please note the following health precautions:
      • Please scan the LeaveHomeSafe QR code before entering the venue.  If you are exempted from using the app, our staff will help you record your personal details.
      • Visitors must also present their COVID-19 vaccination record (with proof of two or three vaccinations, third should be 6 months after second), exemption certificate or relevant proof of recovery. For unaccompanied children under the age of 12, or visitors whose vaccination record does not display or contain the relevant Hong Kong-issued QR code, our staff will help you record your personal details.
      • Temperature checks will be carried out before admission. Visitors showing a temperature of 37.5°C or above will not be allowed to enter.
      • Please bring your own mask and wear it at all times in the venue.
      • Special seating arrangements are being implemented. Please follow the instructions of our staff.
      • Special Arrangements in Response to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
    • The organiser reserves the right to make changes to the programme without prior notice.
    Enquiries

    (852) 3103 5900

    Access Services

    Cantonese Audio Description
    7 October 2022 (Friday) 8:00pm
    To reserve audio description service, please call (852) 2777 1771 in advance.

    Adverse Weather Arrangements

    If a black rainstorm warning or a typhoon signal no. 8 or above is in force three hours before the start of the event, the event will be cancelled.

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    Date and time

    24, 27–30 September, 5–8 October 2022 
    8:00pm

    Cantonese Audio Description available for performance on 7 October 2022 (Friday).

    25 September, 1–2, 4 October 2022 
    3:00pm

    Approximately 2 hours without intermission.

    Venue

    The Box, Freespace,
    Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District

    Event Languages
    Presented in Cantonese and partially Hakka dialect with Chinese and English surtitles
    Tickets
    $350, $250 (Friday to Sunday and Public Holiday)
    $300, $200 (Tuesday to Thursday)

    Tickets available from 15 August 2022 (Monday) at 10:00am.
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