Name: Migratory Birds Theatre
Start: 2026-07-18T15:00:00+08:00
End: 2026-07-25T20:00:00+08:00
Location: Cattle Depot Theatre, Cattle Depot Artist Village

Migratory Birds Theatre

Last updated 6 Jun 2026, 7:34 AM

The Migratory Birds Theatre, a selected production from the HKRep Kite Project, premieres in July 2026. A touching intergenerational dialogue between a teenage dreamer and an elderly farmer facing forced relocation.

When

NaN, NaN, NaN July 2026, 15:00-20:00 HKT

Location

Cattle Depot Theatre, Cattle Depot Artist Village

Kowloon Kowloon City Kowloon City

63 Ma Tau Kok Road, To Kwa Wan, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Important dates

Post-show Sharing: Kwok Wing-hong

Saturday, 18 July 2026 at 20:00 - 22:00

Sharing by theatrical playwright Kwok Wing-hong.

Join Kwok Wing-hong, Theatrical Playwright and Manager of Dramaturgy at HKRep, for a discussion on the production's literary depth and creative development.
Post-show Sharing: Tam Wai-wan

Sunday, 19 July 2026 at 15:00 - 17:00

Sharing by author Tam Wai-wan.

Veteran journalist and author of Home Lock Tam Wai-wan discusses family structures and societal challenges reflected in the play.
Post-show Sharing: Dr. Lau Hoi-lung

Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 15:00 - 17:00

Sharing by urban agricultural researcher Dr. Lau Hoi-lung.

Urban agriculture researcher Dr. Lau Hoi-lung explores the themes of land, survival, and the 'fruit garden' as a metaphor for identity.

Tickets & pricing

Standard Admission

HKD 330

A Poignant Tale of Freedom and Belonging

Direct from the inaugural Kite Project by the Hong Kong Repertory Theatre (HKRep), the theatrical production Migratory Birds is set to make its highly anticipated debut. Originally conceived as a workshop piece, this work has been refined through two intensive reading cycles to become a full-scale performance presented by Pencil Production.

The Story

"Wishing you freedom wherever you go."

At the heart of the narrative is Ada, a 17-year-old aspiring baseball player who, after a bitter clash with his mother over his future, runs away from home in a fit of rage. He ends up working on a farm belonging to Uncle Hou, a 78-year-old man who has spent his entire life tending to the land, only to face an imminent threat of eviction. As a brewing storm threatens to tear through their sanctuary, the two strangers find themselves trapped in an unexpected intergenerational dialogue about life, loss, and the true meaning of home.

Artistic Excellence

Under the direction of Li Chi-tat, this production features a stellar cast including Chung Yik-chun, Tang Wai-kit, and Leung Tin-chak. The creative team has meticulously crafted every visual element, with set design by LCM and lighting by Tsang Tsz-chun, ensuring that the audience is fully immersed in this emotional journey.

To deepen the engagement, the production features three exclusive Post-show Sharing Sessions where audience members can interact with renowned guests. We encourage you to join these discussions to explore the themes of urban agriculture and the complexity of modern family dynamics.

July 18 (Sat) 8:00 PM: Featuring guest speaker Kwok Wing-hong (Theatrical Playwright / HKRep Manager of Dramaturgy).
July 19 (Sun) 3:00 PM: Featuring guest speaker Tam Wai-wan (Veteran Journalist / Author of Home Lock).
July 25 (Sat) 3:00 PM: Featuring guest speaker Dr. Lau Hoi-lung (Urban Agriculture Researcher / Founding Member of CUHK Agriculture Development Group).

Book your tickets now via Art-mate to secure your seat.

Migratory Birds Theatre

A Poignant Tale of Freedom and Belonging

The Story

Artistic Excellence

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