Activating dance dramaturgy in Hong Kong: Asian bodies, Local grounds
To deepen the practice of "dance dramaturgy" in Hong Kong.
Our vision
By organizing a series of activities and research projects, in a practice-as-research basis, this initiative aims not only to foster industry-wide dialogue but also to promote interaction between "dramaturgs" and creators from various disciplines. We strive to build a body-centric, cross-disciplinary dramaturgical ecosystem, collectively reimagining a future of artistic symbiosis. Starting from Hong Kong, we set out to map a blueprint for a future Inter-Asia dramaturgical platform.
We Wonder...
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What is dramaturgical sensibility?
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How can "dance dramaturgy" be contextualized and translated locally?
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How can "dramaturgy" be applied to various roles within the dance ecosystem?
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How do we cultivate "dramaturgical sensibility"?
Apr 1-5th, 2027
Keynote Lecture
Inviting an international scholar and seasoned dramaturgical practitioner to share in-depth insights on "dance dramaturgy in practice", laying the theoretical foundation for the project.
Maaike Bleeker
Professor of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies at Utrecht University in the Netherlands, who collaborates with theatre directors and choreographers on various projects as a creative consultant and dramaturg.
Panel Discussion 1
Dramaturgical Thinking: The Diverse Applications of Dramaturgy
Documenting and presenting the understandings, expectations, and hands-on experiences of "dramaturgy" across various roles, this initiative maps out its core values and multi-dimensional facets, further illustrating "dramaturgical sensibility" and its versatile applications within the industry through actual practice.
Panel Discussion 2
From Europe to Asia: The Learning of Dramaturgy
Inviting artists and theatre dramaturgs who have returned to Asia after graduating from Europe to share their educational insights, alongside their experiences navigating the relationship between dramaturgical practice and academic discourse within Chinese-speaking regions.
Master Creative Lab & Open Studio
Led by mentor and collaborators, this lab allows participants to experience the process of "dance dramaturgy" in first hand through individual creation, structural development, and collaborative reflection. The process culminates in an open studio presentation, where mentors lead participants in sharing their work-in-progress and engaging in dialogue with the public.
Lee Su-Feh
A Malaysian-Chinese choreographer, educator, writer, and dance dramaturg actively based in Vancouver, Canada, and Kuala Lumpur. With over 40 years of experience in somatic research, her work focuses deeply on the relationship between the body, history, and behavioral habits.
About the Co-Curators
Independent Artist /Dramaturg
MA in ContemporarymTheatre, Dance, and Dramaturgy from Utrecht University in the Netherlands. Actively engaged in artistic research, creation, and performance across Europe and Asia.
Founder of If Time’s Limited.
Dramaturg/ Performer
A graduate of the inaugural class of the Master of Fine Arts in
Theatre Arts (majoringin Dramaturgy) at The Hong Kong Academy
for Performing Arts, and former dramaturg for City Contemporary
Dance Company.
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Scholar / Dramaturg
Assistant Professor at Utrecht University in the Netherlands, Program Coordinator for the MA in Arts & Society, and Director Board Member of the international academic organization Performance Studies international (PSi).
Founding Member, If Time’s Limited.