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Lunar New Year Lantern Carnivals 2014
The Lunar New Year Lantern Carnivals 2014 will be organised on 14-16 February at Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, Tseung Kwan O Po Tsui Park, and Tin Shui Wai Park and Ginza Square respectively. Spectacular performances by Anhui Arts Troupe and local arts groups, folk crafts demonstrations by local and Guangdong masters as well as festive activities such as lantern quiz will be showcased. Fabulous lantern installations will also be displayed in the venues. Welcome to join. Free admission. Urban Lunar New Year Lantern Carnival 2014 14.2.2014 (Fri) 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza The lantern installations at the Carnival site will be open to the public on 13-23.2.2014 (Thu - Sun) at 6pm - 11pm. Programme Highlights The Voice and Rhythm of Anhui - Spectacular Chinese Ethnic Songs and Dance Performance Anhui Arts Troupe Anhui Arts Troupe will showcase excellent performances in the Urban and New Territories Lunar New Year Lantern Carnivals including spectacular folk songs and dance, instrumental performances and Chinese Operatic songs. The performances are supported by the Office for Cultural Affairs with Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Regions, Ministry of Culture of the People’s Republic of China. Folk Craft of Guangdong and Hong Kong Demonstration of Chinese folk craft by Guangdong masters - Chaoyang traditional paper cutting by Xu Zhunying, Yao embroidery by Pan Yuling and Yao silver ornaments by Tang Dadashijin. Demonstration on traditional lantern craftsmanship by local masters Leung Chi Shing. Other Programmes Spectacular programmes also include Cantonese Opera excerpts, live band performance, golden dragon dance parade, lantern riddle quiz, origami workshop and wishing corner. Roving artists (Princess of China and her Valentine) will parade at the Carnival as well. Spectacular performances by Anhui Arts Troupe include ethnic songs and dances.
New Territories East Lunar New Year Lantern Carnival 2014 15.2.2014 (Sat) 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm The lantern installations at the Carnival site will be open to the public on 13–23.2.2014 (Thu - Sun) at 6pm - 11pm. Programme Highlights Magnificent Stage - Spectacular Chinese Ethnic Songs and Dance Performance Anhui Arts Troupe Anhui Arts Troupe will showcase excellent performances in the Urban and New Territories Lunar New Year Lantern Carnivals including spectacular folk songs and dance, instrumental performances and Chinese Operatic songs. The performances are supported by the Office for Cultural Affairs with Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Regions, Ministry of Culture of the People's Republic of China. Folk Craft of Guangdong and Hong Kong Demonstration of Chinese folk craft by Guangdong masters – Chaoyang traditional paper cutting by Xu Zhunying, Yao embroidery by Pan Yuling and Yao silver ornaments by Tang Dadashijin. Demonstration on traditional lantern craftsmanship by local masters Leung Chi Shing. Fun Fun Zone Enjoy yourself at the Fun Fun Zone! There are a lot to surprise you in the "Fun Show", "Handicrafts Workshops" and "Showcase of Chinese Folk Craft" and more! Celebrate the Spring Festival with families and friends with these series of entertainment activities. Other Programmes Spectacular programmes also include performances by youth organizations in New Territories East, magic & acrobatic show, puppet show and lantern riddle quiz. New Territories West Lunar New Year Lantern Carnival 2014 16.2.2014 (Sun) 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm The lantern installations at the Carnival site will be open to the public on 13–23.2.2014 (Thu - Sun) at 6pm - 11pm. Programme Highlights Stage of Spring Wave - Spectacular Chinese Ethnic Songs and Dance Performance Anhui Arts Troupe Anhui Arts Troupe will showcase excellent performances in the Urban and New Territories Lunar New Year Lantern Carnivals including spectacular folk songs and dance, instrumental performances and Chinese Operatic songs. The performances are supported by the Office for Cultural Affairs with Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Regions, Ministry of Culture of the People's Republic of China. Folk Craft of Guangdong and Hong Kong Demonstration of Chinese folk craft by Guangdong masters – Chaoyang traditional paper cutting by Xu Zhunying, Yao embroidery by Pan Yuling and Yao silver ornaments by Tang Dadashijin. Supported by Department of Culture of Guangdong Province Stage of Sizzling Maze The fabulous fire dance and acrobatic performances by Hong Kong Circus may surely spice up the night! There are also a variety of performances including Chinese orchestral performance, guzheng performance and performances by youth organizations of New Territories West, come and enjoy the festive moment with us! Other Programmes Spectacular programmes also include lantern riddle quiz, palm-reading stalls, family nature workshop and the wishing tree etc.
The lantern installations at the Carnival sites will be open to the public on 13-23.2.2014 (Thu - Sun). Time: 6pm – 11pm Unicorn is one of the four great auspicious animals in China. In legend, it is a symbol of prosperity or serenity which can help to dissolve and eliminate evil spirits.Unicorn Dance in festival events is thought to be a celestial blessing of peace, luck, protection, success, and longevity to the people. To celebrate Lunar New Year, the Hong Kong Heritage Museum has invited local masters to construct three sets of Unicorn dancing figures of different regional style (namely Hakka, Dongguan and Hailufeng) with traditional paper crafting techniques. In the middle, there will be a three-layer lantern made from bamboo strip. The lantern is in hexagonal shape and is about three meters high. The whole piece of work will be displayed at the Urban Lunar New Year Lantern Carnival site, wishing good luck and fortune to every visitor. Organized by Hong Kong Heritage Museum The Above Programmes are free admission
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