Poland’s Song of the Goat Theatre makes its Hong Kong debut this February with Songs of Lear, an Edinburgh Fringe First award-winning reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy.

Part of the Leisure & Cultural Services Department's "European Theatres in Resonance" series, the production is a soul-stirring dramatic oratorio that blends polyphonic singing, movement and original music into a poetic, minimalist performance.

Featuring 11 performers and 12 original compositions, the production distills the emotional and spiritual essence of King Lear. This bold, contemporary take expands on key tragic moments and resonates powerfully with the audience.

Since its world premiere at the 2012 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Songs of Lear has earned widespread acclaim, sweeping the Scotsman Fringe First, Herald Archangel and Musical Theatre Matters awards. The production has since captivated audiences across Europe, Asia and the Americas on its extensive international tours.

Songs of Lear by Poland’s Song of the Goat Theatre will be held at 8pm on February 6 and 7, and at 3pm on February 8 at Hong Kong City Hall. Tickets for the series are available from URBTIX, with performances on February 6 and 7 to be followed by meet-the-artist sessions.

The programme also includes two theatre workshops to be held on February 4 and 8 at 7.30pm at the Rehearsal Hall of the Sheung Wan Civic Centre. Both the meet-the-artist sessions and the workshops will be conducted in English.