sHong Kong Ballet and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort present
StellaLou’s Wonderful Wishes Ballet
with an Exciting New International Ensemble
[Hong Kong—11 April 2024] This April Hong Kong Ballet (HKB), in partnership with Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, enchants audiences of all ages once again with StellaLou's Wonderful Wishes Ballet. Back by popular demand, the inspiring 30-minute show about heartwarming friendship and following your dreams runs for a month at Hong Kong Disneyland and features the powerful new HKB Ensemble of current and former HKB dancers and hand-picked dance artists from around the globe. As StellaLou diligently practices and overcomes challenges, her close friends Duffy, LinaBell and Gelatoni cheer her on and give her the encouragement she needs to achieve her dream of becoming a ballet dancer.
HKB has invited its former Principal Dancers Shen Jie and Wei Wei (currently HKB's Associate Ballet Master and Principal Character Dancer) as the production’s rehearsal masters. The new HKB Ensemble widens the company’s artistic possibilities for regular season performances and special events with its expansion of performing artists from overseas joining current and former HKB dancers.
HKB Artistic Director Septime Webre explains, ‘We love welcoming new dancers into the Hong Kong Ballet family and watching them enhance our creativity and artistry in surprising new ways. We always strive for a warm, fun and inclusive environment where ballet inspires and moves everyone, and I am excited for new opportunities to bring ballet to even more people around our city and the world.’
HKB Executive Director Heidi Lee shares, ‘The partnership between Hong Kong Ballet and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort for StellaLou's Wonderful Wishes Ballet exemplifies our shared vision to joyfully entertain audiences, uniting artistic brilliance and storytelling magic in a collaborative celebration of the arts.’
StellaLou's Wonderful Wishes Ballet runs from now until 5 May 2024 at Hong Kong Disneyland’s Storybook Theater. Get ready for a delightful tale filled with magical dance and fun characters!
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StellaLou's Wonderful Wishes Ballet
5 April – 5 May 2024
Hong Kong Disneyland’s Storybook Theater
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About Hong Kong Ballet
Hong Kong Ballet (HKB) is internationally recognised as a world-class institution that represents Hong Kong’s unique character. Since its inception in 1979, HKB has evolved into a vibrant performing arts organisation with a dynamic repertoire, forward-thinking community engagement initiatives and an emphasis on excellence.
With 50 dancers from all over the globe, HKB has restaged classical and neoclassical masterworks and dynamic original ballets created for HKB and about Hong Kong. Additionally, HKB performs works by some of today’s most sought-after choreographers as well as innovative new works by its Choreographer-in-Residence, Hu Song Wei Ricky, and numerous emerging Hong Kong choreographers.
In addition to almost 50 worldwide tours, HKB also maintains a full schedule of award-winning community programmes and crossover collaborations throughout Hong Kong to ensure ballet is accessible to all. HKB has also produced original videos and dance films that have collectively garnered over 5.2 million views online, connecting with ballet lovers worldwide.
About Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort offers unforgettable, culturally distinctive Disney experiences for guests of all ages and nationalities. Filled with your favorite Disney stories and characters, Hong Kong Disneyland offers guests the opportunity to explore seven diverse lands that are home to award-winning, unique attractions and entertainment. Complete your adventure with stays at the resort’s luxurious Disney hotels. The magic doesn’t end at our doorstep; as a dedicated member of the local community that cares deeply about societal wellbeing, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort spreads its magic through community service programs that help families in need, boost creativity among children and families, encourage the protection of the environment and inspire healthier living.
