Betrayal | Hong Kong Repertory Theatre

Program Introduction

Nobel Laureate Harold Pinter's timeless classic, "Betrayal," which premiered in 1978 and won the Laurence Olivier Award, is a cornerstone of modern drama. The play is renowned for its reverse-chronological structure, which systematically unravels the intricate, entangled web of extramarital relations between Emma, Jerry, and Robert. The narrative avoids simple moral judgments, instead focusing on the endless cycles of suspicion, concealment, and the profound, unspoken loneliness that defines the characters' lives.

Highlights

Directed by Hong Kong Repertory Theatre’s Assistant Artistic Director Yau Ting-fai, this production invites the audience into a "Rashomon" of marital discord. The director masterfully navigates the "Pinteresque silence," allowing seemingly mundane conversations to harbor undercurrents of intense emotion and anxiety. This is not merely a story about infidelity; it is a profound examination of the nature of marriage, the hypocrisy of human behavior, and the cruelty of memory.

Performers

• Director: Yau Ting-fai
• Translator: Yu Hon-ting
• Cast: Chan Kin-ho, Cheung Tsz-kei, Chan Ka-lok

Performance Details

• Language: Performed in Cantonese with Chinese and English subtitles.
• Venue: Shouson Theatre, Hong Kong Arts Centre

Ticketing Information

• Priority Booking: Available via POPTICKET from March 26 to April 8, 2026, with up to 30% off.
• Public Sale: Tickets will be available through URBTIX starting January 26, 2027.
• Ticket Prices: HKD 450, 420, 320, 240
• Enquiries: 3103 5900

Note

This production promises a deep dive into love and moral decay—be prepared to confront the most honest lies on stage.