The Rising Curtain - The Nutcracker Dance Performance 2026 @ A-Ballet Academy

A-Ballet Academy presents their annual showcase, 'The Rising Curtain,' featuring a student-teacher performance of the classic ballet 'The Nutcracker' infused with modern dance and musical theatre elements. The event will take place on November 21–22, 2026, at the Shouson Theatre, Hong Kong Arts Centre.
- When
21 Nov 2026 20:00 - 22:00
22 Nov 2026 15:00 - 17:00
- Location
Shouson Theatre, Hong Kong Arts Centre
Hong Kong Island Wan Chai Wan Chai
2 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
- Lo Pun-chi · Producer
- Ochiai Eiriko · Curriculum Director
- Tickets & pricing
Standard
HKD 220
Concession
HKD 180
Overview
A-Ballet Academy is proud to present its annual grand showcase, "The Rising Curtain 2026 — The Nutcracker." This performance brings together the academy’s talented students and teachers to reinterpret the classic festive tale. The production breaks away from traditional formats by blending classical ballet with contemporary dance and musical jazz, showcasing the dancers' growth and artistic mastery on stage.
Highlights
Produced by Principal Lo Pun-chi and co-directed by Curriculum Director Ochiai Eiriko, this performance aims to deliver a visually stunning and musically enriching winter celebration. As the curtain rises, the performers will transport the audience into a dreamlike world, kicking off the Christmas season with elegance and grace.
Event Details
- Dates: November 21, 2026 (20:00) and November 22, 2026 (15:00)
- Venue: Shouson Theatre, Hong Kong Arts Centre
- Language: Cantonese performance with English subtitles
- Restrictions: Children under 2 years old are not admitted.
Ticketing
Tickets are available via Art-mate. A variety of pricing tiers are available, including standard tickets and concessions for full-time students, seniors aged 60 and above, people with disabilities and their caretakers, and CSSA recipients.











