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17
Jan 2026
(Sat)

The Art of Stillness: Japanese Noh Theatre and Its Traditions

Event of
Humanities and Law Open Day (January 2026)
Subject
Japanese
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Date & time
17Jan 2026 (Sat)14:30 - 16:30 Free
Type of Event
In-person Attendance
Venue
Professor and Mrs Enoch Young Lecture Theatre, Room 204, 2/F., Admiralty Centre
Speaker
  • Mr Eric Kwong (Programme Director, HKU SPACE)

Mr Eric Kwong

Eric Kwong is a Programme Director at HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE) and is currently the executive committee member of the Society of Japanese Languae Education Hong Kong. He has extensive experience in teaching Japanese language and Japanese culture, and has been in charge of the Associate of Arts in Languages and Humanities (Japanese Studies Theme) for many years. He was awarded the Outstanding Teacher Award of the HKU SPACE International College in 2018 and won the “Best Paper Award” in the 9th Biennial Convention of the Pacific and Asian Communication Association in 2012.

Enquiry
3762 0820 (jolang@hkuspace.hku.hk)
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The Art of Stillness: Japanese Noh Theatre and Its Traditions

Supporting organisation: C. C. Wu Cultural and Education Foundation Fund

Discover the timeless art of Japanese Noh Theatre in this engaging lecture that blends storytelling, movement, and music with visuals from authentic performances. Noh, one of Japan’s oldest theatrical traditions, is renowned for its elegant masks, stylized gestures, and profound emotional depth. 

During the first half (14:30–15:30), the speaker will explore the history, structure, and aesthetics of Noh, complemented by video clips from this year’s Hong Kong performances by the School of Hosho, supported by the C. C. Wu Cultural and Education Foundation Fund. 

In the second half (15:45–16:30), audiences will join a live Zoom session with a current Noh learner from Sado in Niigata Prefecture, including an interactive discussion and audience Q&A. 

Whether you’re new to Japanese culture or curious about traditional performing arts, this talk offers an inspiring way to explore the mystery and meaning of Noh. No Japanese knowledge required.

Language: Cantonese & Japanese