Senior Researcher & Workshop Instructor: Theresa Leung

Creative Research: Carson Chung

Photography for Promotion: Kim Hoo@easteighteen

Graphic Design for Promotion: Sun Yue

Production and Stage Manager: Chow Chun-yin

Technical Coordinator: Johnny Sze

Deputy Stage Manager: Zeta Chan

Assistant Stage Manager: Onki Chan

Lighting Operator: Tse Tsz-san

Production Electrician: Kwan Chiu-kit

Make up: Billie Siu

Wardrobe: Bonnie Chan

Stage Crew: Leung Chi-hang, Hui Man-yiu

International Exchange Director/Producer: Wong Yuewai

General Manager (Administration and Finance): Jacky Chan

General Manager (Programme): Doris Kan

Programme Manager: Ho Yin-hei

PR & Publicity: Luka Wong

Rehearsal Assistant: Chloe Li

Programme and Creative Assistant: Niki Luk

Arts Tech Assistant: Mia Qiu

Front of House Ambassador: Cheng Lok Hei, Jolie Chui, Elaine Lau, Wong Sum Yu Doris, You Xuanyuan Dorothy

Design and Coordination: Rachel Chak, Bowie Chow

Gourd Pyrography: Zhao Wei (Hulu Lu Gourd Craftsmanship)

The theory of the Five Elements, also known as Wuxing, originated from the Book of Documents (Shang Shu) during the Warring States period. The interplay of “Yin” and “Yang” gave rise to Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, which make up the fundamental building blocks of all things in our world. Chinese philosophers of ancient times used the Five Elements to explain the formation, relationships, and modes of operation of everything in existence.

In nature, a balanced and harmonious state is achieved through the interplay of the Five Elements, as they support and regulate one another. Likewise, humans must coexist harmoniously with nature, cherish plants and trees, refrain from polluting food, water, and soil, and strive for equilibrium between our mental and physical selves and the natural environment.

The Five Constant Virtues of “Ren” (benevolence), “Yi” (righteousness), “Li” (propriety), “Zhi” (wisdom), and “Xin” (trustworthiness) are fundamental qualities and character traits that must be followed and cultivated in order to establish oneself in society according to Chinese Confucian ethics.

“Ren” denotes kindness and compassion; “Yi” encompasses loyalty and a willingness to help others; “Li” is demonstrated through respect and courtesy towards others; “Zhi” involves the ability to discern right from wrong; and “Xin” is demonstrated through honesty and loyalty.

Would you like to discover how these five virtues correspond to the five elements and how to maintain life balance while practicing virtues? Join us on this journey!

The Magic Flute, premiered in 1791, was a piece composed in Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s final year in his life. It is also the last piece of opera performed before his death; the opera was still performing in Vienna when Mozart passed away. The music of The Magic Flute is bright and lively with the story is adapted from Lulu oder die Zauberflöte in a fairy tale collection – Dschinnistan, by Christoph Martin Wieland.

Running time approximately 70 minutes

Best for ages 6 and above

No latecomers will be admitted, until a suitable break in the performance

Zuni Icosahedron reserves the right to add, withdraw or substitute artists and/ or vary advertised programmes and seating arrangements.