The International Arts Carnival is back for some summer fun!

The International Arts Carnival 2018 (IAC), organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, presents an exquisite line-up of overseas and local shows with participative activities, offering a wondrous taste of performing arts for the whole family.

Photo credit: Hong Kong Cultural Centre

This year’s opening programme Hansel & Gretel by Scottish Ballet (UK) is a delectable performance which strikingly transfers the Brothers Grimm story to the world of classical ballet, with ingenious choreography and lavish sets and costumes, making this an exciting and highly inventive dance treat.

Hansel & Gretel by Scottish Ballet

Hansel & Gretel by Scottish Ballet

In this one-of-a-kind show, Bedtime Stories by Upswing (UK), parents and children can snuggle up on cushions and blankets to enjoy a fantastical night-time tale. The stage-turned-bedroom sets the scene for a dreamy adventure featuring 3D animation, aerial-silk acrobatics, songs, dance and drama.

Bedtime Stories by Upswing

Other intriguing programmes include electroluminescent puppetry, multimedia shadow puppet theatre, physical theatre, music theatre for babies and magic theatre etc, brought by arts groups from the USA, Australia, Korea, Belgium, the Mainland and Hong Kong. Moreover, various extension activities such as workshops, backstage tours, exhibition and outreach programmes will be held to guarantee you a fascinating summertime.

Click here for the trailer to the full list of programmes.
To find out more about the International Arts Carnival, click here. 
Visit Hong Kong Cultural Centre’s website here.