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The HKMU Ho Sik Yee Library is currently showcasing a collection of rare and exquisite Cantonese opera costumes, including key pieces worn by the late renowned artist Dr Lam Kar-sing and the late \u201cArtistic Huadan Queen\u201d Ms Chan Ho-kau.\ud83e\udd29<\/p><p>\u2728 The exhibition is jointly organised by the HKMU Ina Ho Cantonese Opera Research Centre, the University Library, and the Tin Ka Ping Centre of Chinese Culture. It showcases a wide array of Cantonese opera costumes across different role types, some of which were worn by renowned performers and have been preserved for decades, bearing immense historical value.<\/p><p>The opening ceremony was officiated by guests including Mr Loong Koon-tin, Chairman of the Chinese Artists Association of Hong Kong and HKMU President Prof. Paul Lam Kwan-sing. \ud83e\udd1d<\/p><p>The exhibition runs from now until 30 June. For those interested in traditional culture and stage aesthetics, do not miss this rare opportunity to indulge in this artistic feast!\ud83e\udd73<\/p><p><strong>Exhibition Details:<\/strong><\/p><p>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Exhibition Period: 3 February \u2013 30 June 2026<br \/>\ud83d\udd59 Time: 10:00\u201317:00 (Monday-Friday); Saturday, Sunday &amp; Public Holiday 14:00\u201318:00<br \/>\ud83d\udccd Venue: Ho Sik Yee Library, 5\/F Jockey Club Campus, HKMU (81 Chung Hau Street, Ho Man Tin, Kowloon)<br \/>\ud83c\udd93 Admission: Free<br \/>\ud83d\udd17 For members of the public, please register in advance for admission \ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/hkmu.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_43mhZwFU7srIw2a\">https:\/\/hkmu.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_43mhZwFU7srIw2a<\/a><br \/>\ud83d\udcde Enquiries: 2768 6777<br \/>\ud83d\udce7 Email \/ School or Group Visit: <a href=\"mailto:libwww@hkmu.edu.hk\">libwww@hkmu.edu.hk<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Cantonese opera enthusiasts should not miss this rare opportunity! 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