A Semi-staged Opera 

The Bartered Bride by Bedřich Smetana

半舞台式歌劇

史麥塔納 :《賣錯新娘嫁對郎》

A Classic Reborn in Old Hong Kong

Bel Canto Singers Foundation presents a vibrant reimagining of Bedřich Smetana’s classic comic opera, The Bartered Bride, uniquely set in 1960s Hong Kong.

A Beloved Story, Relocated Home

· A Czech opera classic transported to the bustling squatter villages of Lai Chi Kok and the iconic Lai Yuen Amusement Park.

· Experience a perfect blend of timeless music and vivid local heritage.

Innovative Semi-Staged Spectacle

· Led by conductor Yip Wing-sie, the 41-piece live orchestra is placed at the heart of the stage, becoming part of the visual storytelling.

· This format creates a powerful, direct synergy between the vibrant score and the vocal drama, offering an immersive experience.

A Tribute to Our City's Spirit

· More than a performance, it's an artistic homage to Hong Kong’s collective memory and resilience.

· Sung in English with bilingual subtitles, showcasing local talent and making opera accessible to all.

經典喜劇·香港情懷

美聲匯呈獻捷克作曲家史麥塔納的經典喜歌劇《賣錯的新娘》，將故事背景獨特地注入1960年代的香港。

經典故事，本地新生

· 將捷克歌劇經典搬進荔枝角木屋區與荔園遊樂場的喧鬧場景。

· 經典旋律與本地風貌完美交融，帶來既熟悉又新鮮的藝術體驗。

半舞台式創新演繹

· 由音樂總監葉詠詩博士指揮，四十一人現場樂團置身舞台中央，化身視覺敘事的一部分。

· 此形式創造音樂與戲劇之間強大而直接的對話，打造沉浸式觀演體驗。

獻給香港的動人情書

· 不僅是一場演出，更是對香港集體記憶與社區韌性的藝術致敬。

· 以英語演唱輔以中英字幕，貫徹推動歌劇普及、培育本地藝團的宗旨。

Synopsis

In a sprawling squatter village in 1960s Lai Chi Kok, the beautiful Ma Sheung-ha is in love with factory worker Ying-kit, but a heavy cloud hangs over their future. Years ago, when faced with a financial crisis, Sheung-ha's father borrowed money the wealthy landowner To Chi-wah and signed a contract promising to marry his daughter to Mr To's son to settle the debt. Now, the time for repayment has come. Mr. To sends marriage broker Madame Kay to pressure the Ma family, demanding that Sheung-ha marry his rather simple-minded younger son, Wai-kit.

How can true love possibly triumph? How will the twice-bartered bride end up with the right groom? The circus at the legendary Lai Yuen Amusement Park bears witness to this stunning reversal of fortune!

Following the success of last year's production of Benjamin Britten's Albert Herring, the Bel Canto Singers are proud to present another witty local adaptation.

Smetana's classic comic opera comes to life in 1960s Hong Kong!

劇情簡介

在六十年代的荔枝角木屋區內，貧家女馬湘霞與工廠技工英傑，兩情相悅，互許終身。可惜湘霞之父馬大叔，當年曾向大地主杜子華老闆借錢，並立下娃娃親字據，將女兒許配與杜家抵債。如今，杜老闆派媒人婆奇姑憑據逼婚，要湘霞嫁給他那傻更更的兒子威少！

然世事難料，一重出乎意料的轉折，竟將眾人引向皆大歡喜的結局……有情人如何終成眷屬？賣錯的新娘，如何嫁對郎？荔園的馬戲班，見證鴛盟！

美聲匯繼布烈頓《阿炳飄色記》，又一妙趣改編！

史麥塔納的經典喜歌劇，以百分百香港情懷，重新演繹!