Introduction

The COA and Vocational Training Council (VTC), the largest vocational education institution in Hong Kong, have jointly organized various types of courses in Cantonese Opera for in-service actors and practitioners, including the “Specialty Course for the ‘Prime Minister of six States’, a Traditional Set Piece”, Certificate Course for Assistants of Costumes and Props (Wardrobes) in Cantonese Opera, Basic Certificate Course for Makeup and Hair Styling Assistants in Cantonese Opera, etc. Designed for people who are waiting to be employed, the courses provide career opportunities for those who are interested in joining the Cantonese Opera industry. Graduates from the courses can be considered for employment within the industry network of the Chinese Artists Association of Hong Kong.

Year

2012 – 2013

No. of Classes

Two Classes in Total
– Male Role
– Female Role

Target Participants

On-stage performers in the field of Cantonese Opera

Course Contents / Objectives

Introduction of Traditional Set Piece in Cantonese Opera