Playground Multimedia Music Theatre

Program Overview

Step into the 'Playground,' where no one asks how high you can climb or how fast you can run. The Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong proudly presents the multimedia music theatre production 'Playground,' an innovative work merging music, movement, and visual technology to redefine the boundaries of freedom and exploration.

In this production, the stage is transformed into a fluid, interactive installation space. Artistic Director Keith Lam re-imagines the playground as a giant musical instrument, where the bodies of performers, visuals, and soundscapes co-create in real-time, responding dynamically to the energy of the performance. Music Director Cheung Wing-nok revitalizes traditional folk songs and Nanyin, blending them with contemporary instrumental and electronic sounds to create a layered, ever-evolving soundscape. This is not merely a performance to be observed, but a continuous dialogue that invites audiences—regardless of their musical or dance background—to follow their instincts and immerse themselves in the shared experience.

Highlights

• Inclusive Artistry: Featuring performers from diverse backgrounds and abilities, where every participant is an essential part of the collective creation.
• Immersive Staging: Visuals, installation art, and sound integration create a unique environment where sound is visible and the body acts as an instrument.
• Tradition Meets Modernity: A creative exploration that fuses traditional Nanyin with modern electronics.
• Accessibility: The performance includes accessible captions (Chinese and English), Cantonese audio description, a post-performance artist talk with Hong Kong Sign Language interpretation, ensuring an inclusive experience for all.

Event Details

• Artistic Director: Keith Lam
• Music Director & Composer: Cheung Wing-nok
• Dates: August 29, 2026 (7:30 PM) and August 30, 2026 (3:00 PM)
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, with no intermission.
• Language: Performed in Cantonese with Chinese and English surtitles.
• Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 6 and above (not suitable for children under 3).

Ticketing

• Ticket Prices: HK$380, HK$280, HK$180
• Priority Booking: Enjoy a 10% discount on standard price tickets during the priority booking period (July 6, 2026 – July 17, 2026).
• Group Discounts: 10% off for 4-10 standard tickets; 15% off for 11-20 standard tickets.
• Concessions: 20% off for full-time students, senior citizens aged 60+, and people with disabilities and their minders (subject to availability).