By staging live musical and theatrical performances at MTR stations, the "living art" programme adds an interactive dimension into the "art in mtr" initiative.
Started in October 2004, the Central Subway of Hong Kong Station has been converted into a stage for professional artists and amateur performers to demonstrate their artistic talents to the public. Performances are held every Friday evening from 6:00 pm to
6:45 pm. Passengers can relax and take a break from the stress and pressure of city life.
A Cappella Performance
A 19th century form of music a cappella is enjoying renewed interest in Hong Kong and a series of a cappella performances were held through the "art-in-mtr ˇV living art" programme at Hong Kong Station. Meaning 'in the style of the chapel' in Italian, a cappella is a vocal performance without the accompaniment of musical instruments. Instead, the performers emulate the sounds of instruments with their voices and microphones.
Modern Dance
The rhythmic street jazz dance and modern dance of ˇ§JUMPˇ¨ attracted a large crowd of spectators to gather in the Central Subway during their performance.
Exploring Lesser-known Musical Instruments
Three amateur musicians performing on the ruan, liuyeqin and sheng. They were amongst 30 musicians playing on a number of lesser-known Chinese and Western musical instruments at the Central Subway of Hong Kong Station.
SAR-Subway, Action & Rhinoceros
In the inaugural "art in mtr - living art" performance held in October 2004, members of the Prospects Theatre entertained the after-work crowd with their "SAR- Subway, Action & Rhinoceros" show.
Chinese Folk Dance
"Dancing queens" in the MTR: eight members of the Hong Kong Dance Company performing with graceful Chinese Long Sleeves in the Central Subway at Hong Kong Station. The venue has now become a permanent site for professionals and amateurs to apply to stage their performances every Friday evening. Interested performers are welcome to call the MTR Hotline for more information and bookings.
living art - Schedule of Performances
Time: Friday evening from 6:00 pm to 6:45 pm
Location: Central Subway, Hong Kong Station
Date
Organisation
Programme
7/11/2008
Munsang College
Wind Band Performance
14/11/2008
Buddhist Ching Kok Secondary School
Variety Show - Fashion Show, Singing and Ensemble Performance
21/11/2008
A# Singers
A Cappella Singing
28/11/2008
S.T. Music & Art Center
Music Performance - S.T. Folk Songs Performance & Workshop
To participate in the "living art" programme, please call the MTR Hotline 2881 8888 or click here to download the application form.
