FridaHong Kong Academy for Performing Arts 19:30
The Hong Kong Ballet will present the Asian premiere of Frida, a performance centred on Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, one of the most important surrealist painters of the 20th century. This special ballet show will only be in town for a very limited run of just five performances, so don’t miss out!
Colombian-Belgian choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa has created this beautiful production that tells the story of Kahlo’s professional triumphs and personal tragedies, made even more visually stunning by her bold paintings and striking self-portraits being incorporated into the ballet. Much thought has also been put into the costumes and set designs, the work of Dieuweke Van Reij – look out for skeletons, Mexican skirts, florals, and animal motifs that are often found in Kahlo’s paintings. In a brilliant touch, the ballet starts off in black and white, before exploding into colours when Kahlo discovers the world of artistic pursuits.
Frida will only be on show from April 4 to 6. Tickets range from $250 to $1,200, with concessions available for students and senior citizens.