GE2023-30
「歌劇」，對很多人來說，可能是「上流人士的娛樂」、「藝術要求高」、「不明白」的代名詞。也許你又會心想：「為什麼大學沒有教我如何欣賞歌劇？」
GE在首學期舉辦了「Opera Soiree」活動，反應熱烈。我們亦會在今個暑假繼續深入探究歌劇藝術，是次我們挑選了意大利歌劇大師—賈科莫·普契尼（Giacomo Puccini）的兩部經典作品；《托斯卡》及《波希米亞人》。不論你是歌劇發燒友，還是新手，我們都無任歡迎。
While many university curriculums tend to overlook the importance of exploring classical art forms like opera, we believe it is essential to broaden our horizons. That's why we have curated an extraordinary series of sessions, designed to ignite enthusiasm and appreciation for opera among all students, whether seasoned opera aficionados or newcomers to this genre.
After a successful launch of the Opera Soiree series in the 1st semester 2023-24, we continue with our exploration of the (Western) operatic art form this summer in the opera verismo tradition. This year marks the 100th death anniversary of the renowned Italian composer, Giacomo Puccini. In commemoration of this milestone, we have chosen to screen two of his most popular and frequently performed operas, Tosca and La Boheme.
Session#1 Tosca (15/6, Sat, 14:30 – 18:00)
A tale of political intrigues and evil villains, mixed with a fiery love affair ending with tragedy in Rome at the dawn of the 19th century.
Session#1 - Register Here (HKU Students only)
Session#2 La Boheme (27/6, Thu, 18:00 – 21:00)
The Bohemian life for artists and writers in fin de siecle Paris may sound romantic, but reality – money to keep oneself alive, and jealousy – intrudes, and a beautiful dream ends in tears.
Session#2 - Register Here (HKU Students only)
Both operas featured are drawn from the Metropolitan Opera (New York) archives, made available for screening at HKU courtesy of the Foundation for the Arts and Music in Asia (FAMA). Both featured English subtitles, and lasts for just over 3 hours (with one intermission).
Exclusive Discount Offer for HKU Students: FAMA x HKU
Apart from our summer opera programme, HKU students can now enjoy exclusive student discounts on opera titles at various cinema box offices, courtesy of the Foundation for the Arts and Music in Asia.
Opera titles include the followings:
HKU students must present a valid student card for identification at the box office to be eligible for the discount.
For more discount details, please visit: https://www.cedars.hku.hk/ge/res/2024Summer/FAMAxHKU.pdf
GE在首學期舉辦了「Opera Soiree」活動，反應熱烈。我們亦會在今個暑假繼續深入探究歌劇藝術，是次我們挑選了意大利歌劇大師—賈科莫·普契尼（Giacomo Puccini）的兩部經典作品；《托斯卡》及《波希米亞人》。不論你是歌劇發燒友，還是新手，我們都無任歡迎。
While many university curriculums tend to overlook the importance of exploring classical art forms like opera, we believe it is essential to broaden our horizons. That's why we have curated an extraordinary series of sessions, designed to ignite enthusiasm and appreciation for opera among all students, whether seasoned opera aficionados or newcomers to this genre.
After a successful launch of the Opera Soiree series in the 1st semester 2023-24, we continue with our exploration of the (Western) operatic art form this summer in the opera verismo tradition. This year marks the 100th death anniversary of the renowned Italian composer, Giacomo Puccini. In commemoration of this milestone, we have chosen to screen two of his most popular and frequently performed operas, Tosca and La Boheme.
Session#1 Tosca (15/6, Sat, 14:30 – 18:00)
A tale of political intrigues and evil villains, mixed with a fiery love affair ending with tragedy in Rome at the dawn of the 19th century.
Session#1 - Register Here (HKU Students only)
Session#2 La Boheme (27/6, Thu, 18:00 – 21:00)
The Bohemian life for artists and writers in fin de siecle Paris may sound romantic, but reality – money to keep oneself alive, and jealousy – intrudes, and a beautiful dream ends in tears.
Session#2 - Register Here (HKU Students only)
Both operas featured are drawn from the Metropolitan Opera (New York) archives, made available for screening at HKU courtesy of the Foundation for the Arts and Music in Asia (FAMA). Both featured English subtitles, and lasts for just over 3 hours (with one intermission).
| Host: | Mr. Peter Lai 黎慶寧先生 (Honorary Professor at the Department of Politics and Public Administration, HKU) |
| Dates: | 15/6 (Sat), 27/6 (Thu) |
| Time: | 14:30 – 18:00 (15/6), 18:00 – 21:00 (27/6) |
| Venue: | GE Gatherland 221 (MB221, 2/F, Main Building, HKU) |
| Language: | English |
| Courtesy of: | Foundation for the Arts and Music in Asia (FAMA) |
Exclusive Discount Offer for HKU Students: FAMA x HKU
Apart from our summer opera programme, HKU students can now enjoy exclusive student discounts on opera titles at various cinema box offices, courtesy of the Foundation for the Arts and Music in Asia.
Opera titles include the followings:
- 威爾第《命運之力》Verdi’s La Forza del Destino
- 比才《卡門》Bizet’s Carmen
- 古諾《羅密歐與朱麗葉》Gounod’s Romeo et Juliette
- 普契尼《蝴蝶夫人》Puccini’s Madama Butterfly
- 普契尼《燕子》Puccini’s La Rondine
- 威爾第《納布果》Verdi’s Nabucco
HKU students must present a valid student card for identification at the box office to be eligible for the discount.
For more discount details, please visit: https://www.cedars.hku.hk/ge/res/2024Summer/FAMAxHKU.pdf
Schedule:
| Date | Time | Venue |
| 15 Jun 2024 | 14:30 - 18:00 | GE Gatherland 221 (MB221, 2/F, Main Building, HKU) |
| 27 Jun 2024 | 18:00 - 21:00 | GE Gatherland 221 (MB221, 2/F, Main Building, HKU) |
Bio of Instructor(s) 導師簡介:
 | Mr. Peter Lai 黎慶寧先生 After graduating with first-class honours at HKU in 1973, Mr. Lai joined the Hong Kong Government as an Administrative Officer. From 1985 Mr. Lai was almost continuously engaged in Sino-British negotiations on the future arrangements for Hong Kong and was appointed a Member of the Sino-British Land Commission (1991 – 1994). In late 1994 he was appointed the first 'local' Secretary for Security of the Hong Kong Government. He left the civil service on 1 August 1998. Mr. Lai is an Honorary Professor at the Department of Politics and Public Administration, HKU. |