Celebrating the 20th anniversary of HKSAR and China Everbright Limited China Everbright Limited sponsors Hong Kong Ballet for its largest mainland tour of Swan Lake and Mixed Bill programs
Social Activities 13 Jul 2017
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Celebrating the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR)’s 20th anniversary, Hong Kong Ballet perform Swan Lake as well as an inspiring Mixed Bill programme in four major cities across Mainland China (Beijing, Hangzhou, Shanghai and Jinan).The tour began in June and just recently came to a successful conclusion. The 20th anniversary of HKSAR also coincides with the 20th anniversary of the establishment of China Everbright Limited (‘CEL”, stock code: 165.HK). The company was invited to be the official tour sponsor of since it has been a long-term supporter and partner of Hong Kong Ballet..
The first performance of Swan Lake was given on June 16 to 18 in Beijing. CEL invited more than 150 high-end clientsfrom the investment sector, who came with their family members to join theGala Night cocktail reception and watched the show. At the cocktail reception, our guests had an opportunity to take pictures with the ballet dancers of Swan Lake. After the show, some VIP guests have the chance to visit the backstage. Everyone had lots of fun and enjoyment in the event.
The third set of tour performance was held on June 23 and 25 in Shanghai
The number of attendees across all four tour locations totaled over 6000. As an asset management institution with Chinese background and rooted in Hong Kong for 20 years, CEL is honored to be the official tour sponsor of the China Tour. The company is thrilled to share this classic ballet with friends in mainland as a way to promote and support the ongoing cultural exchange between Mainland China and Hong Kong.
Swan Lake explores the counterbalance between love and hate. The ballet creates a sharp contrast between opposing themes such as black and white, good and evil, and honesty and deception. This counterbalance creates immense dramatic tension throughout the performance. It is a gorgeous ballet that conveys a sad and moving love story. Combining magnificent scenery and stunning costumes with a dramatic score by Tchaikovsky, this classic performance has become legendary in the ballet world.
To learn more about the “Hong Kong Ballet’s Mainland China Tour 2017”, please click on the following link: www.hkballet.com/en/Whats-On/Touring.html
The first performance of Swan Lake was given on June 16 to 18 in Beijing. CEL invited more than 150 high-end clientsfrom the investment sector, who came with their family members to join theGala Night cocktail reception and watched the show. At the cocktail reception, our guests had an opportunity to take pictures with the ballet dancers of Swan Lake. After the show, some VIP guests have the chance to visit the backstage. Everyone had lots of fun and enjoyment in the event.
Guests invited by CEL
A group photo of CEL invited guests with ballet dancers at backstage
The tour’s second performance was held on June 20 in Hangzhou
The third set of tour performance was held on June 23 and 25 in Shanghai
The fourth performance was held on June 28 in Shandong
The number of attendees across all four tour locations totaled over 6000. As an asset management institution with Chinese background and rooted in Hong Kong for 20 years, CEL is honored to be the official tour sponsor of the China Tour. The company is thrilled to share this classic ballet with friends in mainland as a way to promote and support the ongoing cultural exchange between Mainland China and Hong Kong.
Swan Lake explores the counterbalance between love and hate. The ballet creates a sharp contrast between opposing themes such as black and white, good and evil, and honesty and deception. This counterbalance creates immense dramatic tension throughout the performance. It is a gorgeous ballet that conveys a sad and moving love story. Combining magnificent scenery and stunning costumes with a dramatic score by Tchaikovsky, this classic performance has become legendary in the ballet world.
To learn more about the “Hong Kong Ballet’s Mainland China Tour 2017”, please click on the following link: www.hkballet.com/en/Whats-On/Touring.html
