Summer Nights Workshop @ Shaw Auditorium

Get ready to dive into a world of creativity and cultural exploration? Shaw Auditorium is going to offer you a series of traditional craft hands-on workshops in summer! From crafting beautiful bamboo fans to creating personalized seals, exploring the enchanting art of shadow puppetry, and designing stunning blue-and-white porcelain pieces, each workshop offers a unique opportunity to connect with your creativity and learn about cultural heritage. Don’t miss this chance to make new friends, express your creativity, and take home your very own handmade treasures. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Workshop Details:

Bamboo Weaving Painting Workshop: Crafting Traditional Bamboo Fan
Date & Time: Aug 4, 2025, Monday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Introduction: Bamboo weaving is one of the intangible cultural heritage of Hong Kong. In this workshop, Ms. Cindy Tai, founder of 井井有條, will teach participants to create a bamboo fan using traditional weaving techniques.

Chinese Seal Carving: A Hands-On Seal Carving Experience
Date & Time: Aug 5, 2025, Tuesday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Introduction: Chinese seal carving is one of the Chinese traditional craft. In this workshop, the instructor will share the history of seal carving. Participants will learn the intricate techniques involved in creating their own unique seals, connecting them to this ancient art form.

The Art of Chinese Shadow Puppetry: Create Your Own Shadow Puppet
Date & Time: Aug 6, 2025, Wednesday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Introduction: Chinese shadow puppetry (皮影戲) is a captivating theatrical art form where puppeteers manipulate shadow puppets using rods behind a translucent screen. In this workshop, participants will explore the history of shadow puppetry and create their own puppets.

Blue and White Porcelain: Design Your Mini Blue and White Masterpiece
Date & Time: Aug 8, 2025, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Introduction: Blue-and-White porcelain, also known as 青花瓷, is one of China's most iconic porcelain types. In this workshop, participants will learn about the history of Blue-and-White Porcelain and create their own mini piece.

REMARKS

• Participants are required to submit a refundable deposit of HKD 200 for each workshop (cash only), which will be returned upon successful completion of workshop. If the participant cannot attend the workshop, the deposit will be forfeited and used to offset the workshop operation expense.
• Interested participants are required to enroll online and complete the deposit payment by visiting Room 203, Shaw Auditorium (Business Hours: 09:30am - 12:30pm, 2:00pm - 5:00pm) before Jul 28, 2025 in order to secure their spot.
• Quota is limited, if the deposit is not received by Jul 28, 2025, your spot will release to applicant on the waiting list
• The Shaw Auditorium Unit reserves the right in its sole discretion to make changes to the event program without prior notice.

Enquiries: sateam@ust.hk