Course Overview

The "Children and Youth Cantonese Opera Performance Foundation Course" is a three-year continuing arts education program established by the Macao Conservatory's School of Theatre under the Cultural Affairs Bureau. It aims to cultivate young Cantonese opera performers through a systematic teaching model.

Course Structure & Training

The program focuses on the comprehensive training of Cantonese opera talents through specialized classes:

Foundation and Mat Work: Builds physical fundamentals.
Body Movement and Posture: Teaches the essential physical techniques.
Weapons and Combat Choreography: Covers stage fighting and prop work.
Vocal Training: Develops singing skills and vocal techniques.

The curriculum is designed to progressively master the "Four Skills" (singing, acting, recitation, and acrobatics) and the "Five Methods" (hand, eye, body, method, and step) of Cantonese opera.

Enrollment Information (Second Intake)

To allow more youth interested in Cantonese opera to begin their artistic journey, a second enrollment period is now open.

Application Period: August 30, 2021, to September 3, 2021.
Available Classes:
- Beginner Level 1 — Pinghou (Male Voice)
- Intermediate Level 1 — Pinghou (Male Voice)
- Intermediate Level 1 — Zihou (Female Voice)
Note: Places are limited. Interested children are encouraged to apply promptly.