Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience and Touch Tour

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Inclusive West Kowloon Community Engagement Programme 2023-24

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Hong Kong Palace Museum Access Tour

M+ Access Tour and Workshop

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Xiqu Centre

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Presented by the Tea House Rising Stars Troupe, the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience will be held on 7 January 2024 (preview) and 17 January 2024 at the Tea House Theatre in Xiqu Centre. Unlike the general setup for xiqu performances, the experience will be supported by a range of access services. The barrier free and relaxing theatre setting will enable people with and without disabilities to enjoy the performance together.

Access Provisions available at the Performance:

1. Chill Out Space

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1. Chill Out Space

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1. Chill Out Space

1. Chill Out Space

The Chill Out Space is open for audience to relax in a stress-free setting, in particular people who are more sensitive to environmental stimulations.

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2. Touch Tour

Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience and Touch Tour

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2. Touch Tour

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2. Touch Tour

2. Touch Tour

Participants may have opportunities to touch the costumes, props and musical instruments used in the performance during the Touch Tour, hence to be more engaged with the performance through the multisensory experience. The Touch Tour will be held before the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience begins.

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3. House rules are relaxed for the performance. Audience may exit and re-enter the theatre as needed.

4. The lighting and audio effects of the performance will be slightly adjusted, such that audience who are sensitive to strong light or sound effects can enjoy the performance in a more suitable environment.

5. The programme is specifically designed for audience of all ages.

6. The performance is supported with access services including audio description, theatrical interpretation, accessible seating for wheelchair users and companions, and welcomes audience bringing guide dogs and guide dogs in training to enjoy the performance together.

7. The house programme is designed with reference to the principles of easy-to-read information, and will be shared with audience prior to the performance, facilitating the audience to understand the performance arrangement in advance.

8. Surtitles in Chinese and English for the performance is available to ensure a meaningful and authentic traditional xiqu experience for audience.

9. Audience may request a portable service bell to contact staff members when assistance is needed during the performance.

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Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience

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Two Chinese Opera performers act on the stage and two theatrical interpreters sign next to the stage with a large audience in the auditorium.

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Theatrical interpretation is available at the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience

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Two Chinese Opera performers act on the stage and two theatrical interpreters sign next to the stage.

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Audio description is available at the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience

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Audio describer in the dark.

Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience Details

Date and Time	7 January 2024 (Sun) 3:30pm–5:00pm [Preview session] The organiser will collect feedback from audiences to improve the arrangements for the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience. 17 January 2024 (Wed) 3:30pm–5:30pm [This session will feature a ceremony and media is invited for shooting and filming.]
Performance Venue	Tea House Theatre, Xiqu Centre
Presented by	Tea House Rising Stars Troupe
Fees	Free of Charge (Limited quota is available on a first-come, first-served basis)
Registration Arrangement	For group registration by organisations and schools only
Language	Cantonese (Surtitles in Chinese and English)
Access Services	Audio description Theatrical interpretation Easy-to-read house programme Chill out space Touch tour Assistive listening Accessible seating for wheelchair users Comfortable space for guide dogs Service bell Please refer to the Access Services webpage for accessibility information.

Touch Tour Details

Date and Time	7 January 2024 (Sun) 2:00pm–2:45pm 17 January 2024 (Wed) 2:00pm–2:45pm
Venue	Studio, Xiqu Centre
Fees	Free of Charge (Limited quota is available on a first-come, first-served basis)
Registration Arrangement	This is a side programme of the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience. Interested organisations/ schools can opt for the Touch Tour when registering for the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience.
Language	Cantonese (Supplemented with English by request)
Access Services	Audio description Hong Kong Sign Interpretation* *Access service is available by appointment Please refer to the Access Services webpage for accessibility information.

Points to Note

Terms and Conditions

The activity is only open for group registration by organisations/ schools.
The activity is free of charge. Interested organisations/ schools are welcome to register for quotas on or before 10 November 2023 (Friday). Quotas are limited and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Priority is given to organisations/ schools in the Yau Tsim Mong District.
The Touch Tour is a side programme of the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience. Interested organisations/ schools can opt for the Touch Tour when registering for the Inclusive Tea House Theatre Experience. Priority is given to organisations providing rehabilitation service and special schools.
Organisations/ schools will not be notified for unsuccessful registrations.
Each organisation/ school can register for a maximum of 20 tickets. The actual allocated number of quotas may be adjusted according to the number of organisation/ school registrants.
Seating is arranged by the organiser.
Email confirmation with quota collection details will be sent to successful organisation/ school registrants two weeks prior to the performance.
The organiser will take photos, videos and voice recordings during the performance. The said materials may be publicised for the purposes of corporate and event promotion, reporting and documentation.
Adverse weather arrangement: If a black rainstorm warning or a typhoon signal no. 8 or above is in force three hours before the start of the performance, the performance will be cancelled.
In case of any dispute, the organiser reserves the right of final decision. The organiser also reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions.

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