Hong Kong Audiences Enchanted by FANCL proudly presents
The Nutcracker

First weekend’s performances fully sold out
Hong Kong Ballet’s festive favourite continues to entertain in its second week

[Hong Kong – 18 December 2018] With its signature elements of Tchaikovsky’s timeless music, wondrous scenery and glittering costumes, Hong Kong Ballet’s The Nutcracker, choreographed by Terence Kohler, brought some holiday magic to Hong Kong last weekend, with all shows sold out. The first five performances following Clara and Fritz’s adventures into the magical doll house with live accompaniment by Hong Kong Sinfonietta charmed audiences over the weekend.

Four pairs of dancers, Ye Feifei and Li Jiabo, Venus Villa and Xia Jun, Chen Zhiyao and The Houston Ballet’s Principal Chun Wai Chan, Gao Ge and Li Lin, enthralled audiences in the lead roles of the Ballerina and the Nutcracker. Everyone also warmly welcomed Hong Kong Actress and FANCL spokesperson Annie Liu, who made cameo appearances as the Starlight Fairy on the 14 December evening and 15 December matinee performances. Annie’s bespoke glow-in-the-dark tutu was a technical and creative marvel that made a memorable impression on everyone!

On Opening Night, Title Sponsor FANCL hosted pre-performance and intermission cocktail receptions, which were attended by Mr Christopher Chan, Managing Director of Fantastic Natural Cosmetics Limited (FANCL); Mrs Michelle Chan, Executive Director of Fantastic Natural Cosmetics Limited (FANCL); Mr Kurt W. Tong, Consul General representing the United States to Hong Kong and Macau; Ms Linda Fung and Ms Evonne Tsui, Hong Kong Ballet’s Board of Governors members; Ms Wendy Law; Mr Steven Ma; Ms Chrissie Chau; Ms Christine Eng; Mrs Nicola Young; Ms Snowy Choi; Ms Jocelyn Chan and many more.

With FANCL’s generous donation to the Company’s Accessibility Fund, members from The Boys & Girls Clubs Association of Hong Kong, Pok Oi Hospital Rotary Club of Hong Kong Sunrise Family Development Center (Tin Ching) and Baptist Oi Kwan Social Service received 100 complimentary tickets to enjoy the 15 December matinee performance. A pre-performance talk was also specially organised for the three beneficiary organisations.

Experience the magic of the Christmas season with your loved ones! Don’t miss this festive family favourite that will delight audiences of all ages. The Nutcracker will continue its run on 19-23 and 25-26 December 2018 at Hong Kong Cultural Centre’s Grand Theatre. Tickets are available at URBTIX now and are priced at $680, $480, $320 and $180, with VIP tickets at $1,000. Limited tickets available for this joyful holiday event, so get your tickets soon to avoid disappointment!

Cast list for lead roles:

Date/ Time	19 Dec 7:30pm 23 Dec 7:30pm 26 Dec 2:30pm	20 Dec 7:30pm 23 Dec 2:30pm	21 Dec 7:30pm 25 Dec 2:30pm	22 Dec 2:30pm	22 Dec 7:30pm 25 Dec 7:30pm 26 Dec 7:30pm
Ballerina	YE Feifei (19 Dec) Venus VILLA (23, 26 Dec)	GAO Ge	Venus VILLA	CHEN Zhiyao	YE Feifei
Nutcracker	*LI Jiabo (19 Dec) SHEN Jie (23, 26 Dec)	LI Lin	XIA Jun	XIA Jun	LI Jiabo
Rat King	Forrest Rain OLIVEROS	LI Jiabo	LI Jiabo	Forrest Rain OLIVEROS	LEUNG Chunlong
Clara	LAI Pui Ki Peggy	Venus VILLA (20 Dec) *DONG Ruixue (23 Dec)	LAI Pui Ki Peggy	DONG Ruixue	*Venus VILLA (22 Dec) DONG Ruixue (25, 26 Dec)
Fritz	Luis CABRERA	XIA Jun	LEUNG Chunlong	SHEN Jie	SHEN Jie

*Cast changed

Creative Team

Choreography Terence Kohler
Music Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Dramaturge Clair Sauran
Set & Costume Design Jordi Roig
Lighting Design David Bofarull
Painters Jordi Castells & Quique Conde
Live Accompaniment Hong Kong Sinfonietta
Conductor Paolo Bortolameolli

Performance details

19-23, 25-26.12.2018 7:30pm
22-23, 25-26.12.2018 2:30pm
Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
$1,000 (Limited VIP Tickets)
$680 $480 $320 $180 | * $340 $240 $160 $90
* Available for full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above and people with disabilities

Ticketing Enquiries: 3761 6661
Credit Card Booking: 2111 5999
Internet Booking: www.urbtix.hk
Programme Enquiries: 2105 9724

Suitable for ages 3 and above
The presenter reserves the right to alter the programme and artists.
The performance lasts approximately 2 hours with one intermission.

Discounts

50% off	Full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities (Limited tickets for students and senior citizens available on a first-come, first-served basis. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with other discounts.)
15% off	Friends of The Hong Kong Ballet
10% off (First two tickets)	CCDC Dance Inspirations Card holders, Members of Chung Ying Theatre’s Energy Fun Club Plus, Friends of HKCO, Friends of HKDC Prestige Members, HK Phil Club Bravo members, Members of HKRep Pals, Zuni’s Friends, Fringe Club Members, Hong Kong Dance Alliance members, Hong Kong Arts Administrators Association members and HKBU Foundation members
Group Booking	10% off for every purchase of 10-19 tickets at regular price, 15% off for 20-40 tickets

Patrons can enjoy only one of the above discounts for each purchase.
Discounts are not applicable to $1,000 VIP tickets

FANCL x HKBallet The Nutcracker Exclusive Privilege
Download iFANCL HK App and take part in the quiz in "Games and Lucky Draw" section to get a chance to win the tickets (value up to $1,360) and FANCL x HK Ballet The Nutcracker Doll - Christmas Edition for free! iFANCL members are also welcome to redeem tickets and the dolls with gift points in "Gift Store" section!

$1,000 VIP Ticket Holders Special Privilege
Present your ticket stub to Hong Kong Ballet’s reception counter (Level 2 Foyer, Hong Kong Cultural Centre) before the performance or during the intermission to receive a coupon for a free drink. Each ticket stub is valid for one free drink only.

Exclusive Champagne Appreciation Session with Perrier-Jouët Champagne
$1,000 (VIP) and $680 ticket holders of The Nutcracker can enjoy a complimentary Exclusive Champagne Appreciation Session hosted by Hong Kong Ballet's Champagne Partner Perrier-Jouët Champagne. To RSVP, please send your name, phone number and a copy of The Nutcracker ticket stub to [email protected] or [email protected]. For enquiries, please contact Ms Hui at 2398 3636 or Mr Hu at 2378 7965.

Participant must be aged 18 or above
Original ticket stub must be presented for entrance
One ticket stub admits one person for one entry only
Limited quota; first-come, first-served
Date of the Exclusive Champagne Appreciation Session to be determined
Terms and conditions apply
In case of any dispute, Perrier-Jouët Champagne reserves the right to make final decision

15% off food and beverages at InterContinental Hong Kong
Ticket holders can enjoy 15% off food and beverages at all restaurants and bars at InterContinental Hong Kong before or after the performance upon presentation of their tickets on the performance date. Terms and conditions apply.
Enquiries: 2313 2323 /[email protected]
Website: hongkong-ic.intercontinental.com