[LingArt] Elegance of Ancient Chinese Dances

[LingArt] Elegance of Ancient Chinese Dances  (15 March 2024)

Target: All Students

Non-local students are also welcome!

Event Highlights:

"Elegance of Ancient Chinese Dances" performance, presented by the Hong Kong Dance Company and co-organized by the Lingnan University Office of Student Affairs. This performance serves as a signature event within the "LingArt Programme on the Promotion & Inheritance of Chinese Culture" for this term.

"Elegance of Ancient Chinese Dances" presents signature pieces spanning the Pre-Qin Period to the Qing Dynasty, showcasing China's aesthetic achievements in the art of dancing. From wizardry influences in the Pre-Qin era to the expressive platter and drum dances of the Han Dynasty, the performance reflects the contemporary thoughts, rituals, and aspirations of the people. The Han and Tang societies witnessed a unique dance form combining rhythmic footwork and singing. The elegant dances of the Song Dynasty were shaped by social and cultural factors, while the refined and graceful dances of the Qing Dynasty exemplify artistic excellence.

Event Details:

Date : 15 March 2024 (Friday)

Time : 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm (Check-in counter ready at 4:30 pm)

Venue : Chan Tak Tai Auditorium

Language : Cantonese

ILP Unit(s) : 2 (Aesthetic Development)

Student Registration

Staff Registration

Application Deadline : 

6 MARCH 2024

About Hong Kong Dance Company

Established in 1981, Hong Kong Dance Company (HKDC) is dedicated to promoting Chinese dance with contemporary artistic visions and Hong Kong character, staging over 200 productions to great acclaim.