OverLab
Streaming on YouTube
Research presentation and demonstration performance:
2022, Sheung Wan Civic Center Lecture Hall (Hong Kong)
Duration: 60 minutes
Artistic Director, Curator and Creator: Cyrus Hui
Cantonese Opera Artists and Creators:
Yuen Sin Ting, Paris Wong
Contemporary Dance Artists and Creators:
Alice Ma, Henry Sum
Set and Costume Designer: Bill Cheung
Lighting Designer: Zoe Cheung
Music and Sound Designer: Hin Lo
Production Manager and Stage Manager: Jason Ma
Project Researcher: Iris Lau
Project Videographer: Lee Ka Ki
Producer: Joyce Kwok
S y n o p s i s
OverLab blends Cantonese opera and contemporary dance, transcending boundaries between tradition and modernity. Five artists engage in cross-disciplinary dialogue, exploring freedom and constraints within “traditional” and “contemporary” frameworks. Through refined movement and stage design, the work celebrates Hong Kong’s cultural fusion, challenging artistic limits. Accompanying research and a documentary capture this collaborative journey, showcasing inclusivity and innovation.