Hong Kong Dance Company blends martial arts and contemporary movement in Convergence, a mesmerizing exploration of fluidity, philosophy, and the body in motion. Choreographed by Artistic Director Yang Yuntao after years of research with Southern kung fu masters, this award-winning production captures the dynamic interplay between dance and martial arts—where stillness erupts into motion, and tradition meets innovation. A must-see for fans of physical storytelling and East Asian aesthetics.

Convergence is an interdisciplinary dance production that explores the deep connections between Chinese dance and martial arts. Developed by Hong Kong Dance Company’s Artistic Director Yang Yuntao in collaboration with Southern-style kung fu masters since 2018, the work investigates the fluidity of movement, the philosophy of the body, and the expressive potential between stillness and motion. Premiering online in 2020, the production has since toured internationally, including performances in Beijing, Tokyo, Sydney, and Bangkok.

The piece has earned critical acclaim, winning the Hong Kong Dance Award for Outstanding Online Production (2022) and seeing its excerpt Whispers of the Pines honored with the 13th China Dance Lotus Award for Contemporary Dance (2023). Blending dynamic choreography with martial arts precision, Convergence reflects years of research into how these two disciplines inform and enhance one another.

Presented in partnership with West Kowloon Cultural District, the performance is part of WestK Shanghai Week 2025, showcasing Hong Kong’s innovative approach to cross-disciplinary dance. The Hong Kong Dance Company, established in 1981, continues to be a leading force in promoting Chinese dance with contemporary vision, touring globally and engaging in cultural exchange.

Creative Team:

• Artistic Director & Choreographer: Yang Yuntao
• Music Director & Composer: Paul Yip
• Lighting Designer: Gabriel Fung Kwok-kee
• Digital Image Designer: Oliver Shing

Performers include: Ho Ho-fei, Hua Chi-yu, Ong Tze Shen, Huang Haiyun, and other principal dancers of the company.

The production is a testament to the artistic synergy between martial arts and dance, offering audiences a visually striking and philosophically rich performance experience.

• Stage & Dance