Compiled from the Performing Arts programmes* and Visual Arts exhibition records from HKADC’s Arts Yearbooks and Annual Arts Survey projects dating from 2010.

A Warring Couple

Xiqu

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Art Genres / Sub-categories

Cantonese Opera

Location

Yuen Long Theatre, Auditorium

Start Date

2016/10/29

End Date

2016/10/29

Art Genres / Sub-categories

Cantonese Opera

Location

Yuen Long Theatre, Auditorium

Start Date

2016/10/29

End Date

2016/10/29

A Warring Couple

Description

Description

During the reign of Emperor Xian of Han, Shangguan Yunlong, the son of the Minister of Defence, triumphantly returns to his hometown after pacifying the south. He meets Situ Wenfeng, the daughter of the Minister of Personnel, who triumphs in pacifying the west. The two bicker and their fight is brought to the imperial court. Not knowing which side to take, Emperor Xian comes up with an idea. He grants Wenfeng the title of imperial sister and Yunlong a duke. The two is to unite in matrimony with the blessing of the Emperor. On their wedding night, the two argue again. The northern border is being invaded. Wanting to command in the battle of defence against Northern Di, Yunlong and Wenfeng contest each other’s martial skills and come to a tie. The Emperor suggests them to decide the commanding position by drawing lots. Wenfeng becomes the commander and appoints members for her troop. Yunlong rejects her appointment. As a way to punish his disobedience, Yunlong is tasked to combat with the enemies alone. He is ambushed and has no choice but to beg for rescue by writing. Receiving his letter-on-arrow, Wenfeng heads an all-women troop to save him and wins the battle at the northern border. She has an epiphany that her personal life should not interfere with her duties. Wenfeng gives all credits to Yunlong. The story comes to a happy ending.

Performing / Production Unit Dragon and Phoenix Cantonese Opera Troupe
Language : Cantonese
Playwright:Lee Siu Wan
Cast:Lee Lung; Nan Fung; Liu Kwok Sum; Wan Yuk-yu; Lam Tsz-ching; Christie To Wing-sum
Coordinator:Christie To Wing-sum
Manager:Wong Siu-san
Stage Manager:Martin Cheng
Percussion Leader:Chan Siu-lung
Ensemble Leader:Martin Lau Kwok-ying
Fight Choreographer:Han Yanming
Set Production and Lighting:Kwong Hing Stage Scene Production Company
Costume and Props Production:Kam Yee Costumes Company

Note:This event record is compiled from "Hong Kong Theatre Yearbook 2016 – Dance, Drama and Xiqu" published by International Association of Theatre Critics (Hong Kong).

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Lowest Price

$100

Highest Price

$260

Indoor / Outdoor

Indoor

Local / Non-local Production

Local

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