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The popularity of traditional repertoire The Lotus Lantern is a legendary stage play which endures the test of time. The scene of Free the Son which portrays family love renders this legend full of human affection. This is a kind of affection which is not seen in other legends. Following large-scale Cantonese Opera performances such as Boiling the Sea, Life and Death, The Peach Blossom Fan and The Cosmic Mirror, “Elmond’s Workshop” shall expand the scene of Free the Son into a full length stage play of Sacrificing the Son, to explore in depth the grief and indignation of parents after Liu Yanchang and Wang Guiying gave away their own son, Qiuer, the choice they made in the face of righteousness, and the tests and pains they endure when they are facing their fragile humanity. This is a new rendering of a traditional title. Audience will find new elements that touch one’s heart in this familiar story.

Sacrificing the Son stars renowned Cantonese Opera artists, Yau Sing-po and Chan Ho-kau, together with Chan Ka-ming, Liu Kwok-sum, Lui Hung-kwong and young actors Hong Hai, Song Hongbo and Hong Wah to perform on stage. By collaborating in this performance, the veterans and young actors will join hands to pass on the legacy of the art of Cantonese Opera.