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Did you know that Cantonese opera performers always greet each other with “Good morning” no matter what time of day they meet? Or that in traditional tea houses balcony seats cost more than those closer to the stage? To find out why, join our Xiqu Centre Guided Tour and learn about our venue and the rich history of the art of Chinese opera. The 60-minute tours, conducted in Cantonese, English or Mandarin, help you explore the Xiqu Centre facilities, learn about the architectural and design features, and discover fascinating facts about the culture and stories behind the traditional art form. Tours are supplemented with multimedia elements and are perfect for newcomers. Group tours are arranged weekly for schools and registered charitable or non-profit organisations upon request.
Please note, the backstage area is an active working zone and not part of the guided tour. The route of each tour may vary. As technical and production schedules may be subject to change, for safety reasons, access to the Grand Theatre and Tea House Theatre is not guaranteed for each tour. Advance notice on such access will not be provided.
The event schedule may be subject to change. The presenter reserves the right to change the programme.
Meeting Point:
Xiqu Centre information desk
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Group tours are available every Monday and Tuesday. Each tour is approximately 60 minutes long. Accessible tours are approximately 90 minutes long. Our group tours are free and available for registered schools, non-profits, and charity organisations.
Application is open for group tour from now until March 2023.
| Schedule | Language | |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 11:00am–12:00nn 2:30pm–3:30pm |
Cantonese, English or Mandarin |
| Tuesdays | 11:00am–12:00nn 2:30pm–3:30pm |
Cantonese, English or Mandarin |
Please book your tour at least 21 working days before the preferred tour date. Tours are available on a first come, first served basis.
Meeting Point:
Xiqu Centre information desk
Group Size:
20 participants per session (including accompanying leaders / support persons / teachers)
*In line with the Government’s disease prevention and control measures, West Kowloon staff will confirm the exact group size three weeks prior to the event.
Age Limit:
Tours are suitable for ages 6 and above
Access Services:
All public facilities inside the Xiqu Centre are fully accessible for wheelchair users and people with physical disabilities. Access to all levels is possible via ramps and/or accessible lifts. Live Cantonese audio description and/or Hong Kong sign language interpretation is available upon request with at least 21 working days’ advance notice. Arrangements for requests depend on the availability of the services. We will try our best to accommodate your preference.
Enquiries:
(852) 2200 0818, learning@wkcda.hk