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Spotlight On YAFies: Saya Kawano

Performing Arts

23/01/2027, 24/01/2027, 30/01/2027, 31/01/2027

The Director’s Lab

Experiment, take creative risks and develop your voice as a director.   The Director’s Lab is an intensive two-weekend programme for emerging directors and theatre-makers, led by HKYAF founder and theatre director Lindsey McAlister.   Over four days, participants use physical theatre practices, visual storytelling and experimentation to explore how bodies, space, rhythm and ensemble work can shape compelling performances. Participants also work directly with young performers to devise and direct an original short piece and present it to friends and family in a studio showcase. Participants who complete the programme are eligible for a stipend of HK$5,000 to HK$7,000 (depending on experience), and may also be invited to direct future HKYAF projects.   Eligibility: .Open to applicants aged 18 or above. Priority will be given to emerging artists with a strong theatre or performance background. .Participants must be fluent and comfortable communicating in English as the programme will be conducted in English.   How to apply Submit the application form with an introduction video (2 minutes or less) telling us: .A little about yourself and your creative experience .Why you want to take part .What you hope to gain from the experience .How The Director’s Lab could support your future creative career *Please provide a shareable link for your submitted video (YouTube, Google Drive, Dropbox) and name the video with your full name.   Applications will be reviewed on a rolling, first come, first served basis, with shortlisted applicants notified by email. Early application is encouraged as places may be filled before the deadline.  
Performing Arts

Join the YAFies Community on WhatsApp

HKYAF is excited to announce the launch of our new YAFies WhatsApp Community!    The YAFies WhatsApp Community provides hot-off-the-press information about Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation’s performing arts programmes, and keeps you up to date on exciting auditions, performances and community arts projects! It also makes it easy for you to spread the word, forward messages to your friends, and sign up together to join the fun!    Don’t miss out! Simply follow this link or scan the QR code to become part of the YAFies Community and stay informed about all our latest happenings. We can’t wait to connect with you!   To protect your privacy, community members’ phone numbers are only visible to group administrators and your personal contacts. ​
Art Angels (CSR)

Art Angels (CSR) – Seeking Corporate Partners

The Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation’s Art Angels programme works closely with corporations and charity organisations to support local youngsters and bring art into the community. The initiative enhances community creativity and promotes corporate social responsibility through volunteering. We are now seeking corporate partners to help facilitate our Art Angels programme as sponsors and volunteers, and brighten the environment in social welfare institutions and special schools through the creation of colourful mural paintings. For further information, please contact us at info@hkyaf.com.
Mixed Artforms

Spark! Art Empowerment Programme

The Spark! Art Empowerment Programme brings artistic experiences to young individuals in small group homes and foster care services in Hong Kong. Over the past two years, the programme has held over 700 art activities for more than 400 participating children and their families. Due to limited resources, children in foster care often lack opportunities to explore the arts. Our programme helps foster children and children with special educational needs (SEN) express their unique voices through the arts and creativity. By integrating elements of popular culture, our programme has successfully captured the interest of these young individuals. Some participants even go on to receive awards, highlighting the positive impact that the arts have on their development.  The Spark! Art Empowerment Programme 2026 aims to nurture the artistic talents of children through a variety of visual and performing arts activities, igniting creativity among the youth of Hong Kong.
Mixed Artforms

01/04/2026-31/03/2027

Fuse – Seeking Organisations and Schools

We are currently seeking youth organisations and schools to join the latest edition of our Fuse programmes. Fuse is a community-based arts project designed to nurture the creative potential of young individuals from low-income families, ethnic minority communities and special needs backgrounds. The programme is supported by The Burberry Foundation as part of Burberry Inspire, a global youth engagement initiative that has served more than 1,500 local schoolchildren since 2024. Contact us if your organisation or school is interested in the following. Workshops for youth organisations: *The workshop is fully booked. Thank you for your support!* Designed for organisations working with young people aged 10 to 18 from low-income families, the free workshop series features creative visual and performing arts activities including creative sessions, immersive cultural and performance outings, family art days and complimentary art packs. The stress-free sessions encourage participants to explore their artistic skills and share their creativity with families and friends. Artist-in-school programme:  Designed for schools with ethnic minority and SEN students aged 10 to 16, this programme brings the magic of visual and performing arts directly into the classroom. Through a series of free inclusive workshops, students explore shared creativity and strengthen their sense of belonging. To support diversity, priority will be given to schools with non-Chinese and SEN students. Register for the artist-in-school programme:  Primary and Secondary schools *The workshop is fully booked. Thank you for your support!* Special Needs Schools: https://forms.gle/T6uS69pX84xaSJir8  
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