West Kowloon Cultural District The Room, Freespace WestK｜Hong Kong MusicalCon – Cabaret Series：NEW GEN：Stephen Sondheim's Quartet

Description

Amidst the gentle intoxication of the evening, let us raise our glasses in tribute to the legendary musical theatre giant, Stephen Sondheim, for a night of timeless classics!

"New Gen: Sondheim's Quartet” is the latest concert project by New Gen, featuring a handpicked selection of Stephen Sondheim's iconic works. Performed by four rising musical theatre stars—Chloe Wong, Natalie Hung, Marco Tang, and Hank Kwong—the evening will reimagine the master's classic pieces, brought to life through their voices and live accompaniment.

Stephen Sondheim is celebrated as one of the most influential musical theatre creators of the 20thcentury. Renowned for his dual talents as composer and lyricist, Sondheim masterfully captured the complexities of human emotion through music. His iconic works, such as "West Side Story”, “Company", "Into the Woods", and "Sweeney Todd", are intimate conversations about the human condition, woven into unforgettable melodies.

Adding to the experience, the venue will feature a bar offering specially crafted Sondheim-inspired cocktails. Guests can sip and savor their drinks while immersing themselves in the enchanting atmosphere of music and evening charm.

The performance will be sung in English, accompanied by Cantonese dialogue, and will run for approximately 1.5 hours, including a mid-show "Drinking Break".

Raise your glass and join us for a mesmerizing evening of music, storytelling, and celebration!

Performer: Marco Tang, Chloe Wong, Natalie Hung^, Hank Kwong

^With the kind permission of Yat Po Singers