Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre

06/14/2026

✨ 聲輝戲曲耀梨園 2026 | 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 ✨

Following the success of our 25th Anniversary celebrations last summer, Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre is delighted to return to the stage this July with another exciting Cantonese opera production at Markham Theatre.

去年夏天，寶新聲戲曲演藝中心與觀眾一同慶祝成立25週年。今年七月，我們將再次登上萬錦劇院舞台，為大家帶來精彩的粵劇演出，延續這份對傳統藝術的熱愛與傳承。

今年，寶新聲將為觀眾帶來多齣精彩折子戲選段，當中更包括改編自中國古典名著《西遊記》的經典故事《三打白骨精》🐒。

This year’s program will feature a selection of beloved Cantonese opera excerpts, including Journey to the West: Thrice Strikes Skeleton Demon 🐒 — one of the most iconic stories from the 16th-century Chinese classic Journey to the West. English subtitles will be provided.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲
📅 July 19, 2026 (Sunday)
🕰️ 1:00 PM
📍 萬錦劇院 Flato Markham Theatre ( 171 Town Centre Blvd, Markham, ON L3R 8G5)

🎟️If you are interested in purchasing tickets, please WhatsApp +1 (647) 887-1393 or email [email protected]. Please refer to the event poster for ticket prices and ordering details.
若有意購買門票，請 WhatsApp 至 +1 (647) 887-1393 或電郵至 [email protected]。票價及購票詳情請參閱活動海報。

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to welcoming you back to the theatre this summer!
感謝大家一直以來對寶新聲的支持，期待今個夏天與大家劇場再聚！

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STARLIGHT CHINESE OPERA PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the event and/or terms and conditions without prior notice. The decision of Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre is final in case of disputes 寶新聲戲曲演藝中心保留一切修改、暫停或終止活動及/或條款和條件的權利，恕不另行通知。在爭議情況下，寶新聲戲曲演藝中心擁有最終決定權。

05/22/2026

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗯𝘆 𝗮𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁:

Thank you for your incredible support. We are delighted to announce that all tickets have officially sold out.

A standby queue will be available in the lobby on the day of the show. Any unclaimed seats after 1:55 PM will be released to guests in the standby queue on a first-come, first-served basis.

We sincerely appreciate your support of Starlight Opera’s production. We are also deeply grateful to the University of Toronto Libraries and the Richard Charles Lee Chinese Canadian Archives for their generous support, which has made it possible to offer this production to the public free of charge.

We look forward to welcoming you to the performance.

05/03/2026

🔥Monkey King Unleashed: An Interactive Cantonese Opera Experience《猴王顯神通：粵劇互動體驗》🔥 -
From Storytelling to Transformation 從講古到變身

🎭 Calling all arts lovers, culture explorers & Monkey King fans! 🐒✨

After two incredible years, we’re back—and bigger than ever!

We’re proud to celebrate our 3rd consecutive year of support from the University of Toronto, bringing this FREE annual performance to audiences across the GTA once again!

Step into the world of the legendary Monkey King like never before - where storytelling meets live performance, and tradition collides with creativity.

✨ A Fresh Take on Journey to the West
The Monkey King, Sun Wukong—born from a magical stone and gifted with extraordinary powers—is one of the most iconic figures from the 16th-century classic Journey to the West.

This production reimagines his story through a new lens, taking you behind the scenes to discover how designers bring characters to life through the rich symbolism of Cantonese opera costumes. From bold colors to intricate patterns, uncover the history and meaning behind each design—offering both new audiences and longtime fans a deeper appreciation of this timeless art form.

📅 Date: May 24, 2026 (Sunday)
⏰ Time: 2 PM (The performance will last for about an hour)
📍 Venue: Father Madden Hall, St. Michael’s College (100 St Joseph St, Toronto, ON M5S 2C4)

＊Free Seating (Kindly arrive 15 minutes before the performance for check-in and registration confirmation)

Produced by Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre
Supported by the University of Toronto Libraries & Richard Charles Lee Chinese Canadian Archives

Register now! 👇🏻
https://go.allevents.in/ogL9J

12/30/2025

🎤 新時代電視專訪 Fairchild Television Interview

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Fairchild Television for the interview, which provided Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre with the opportunity to share our journey of promoting Cantonese opera in Toronto.

In addition to insights from stage costume designer Ms. Mandy Tam and Chairperson Ms. Alice Chan, the interview also featured two of our young trainees — the “Little Starlets,” Valarie Lau and Aidan Wong — who shared their personal experiences and reflections on learning this traditional Chinese art form.

感謝 新時代電視 Fairchild Television 的專訪，讓 寶新聲戲曲演藝中心 有機會與觀眾分享在多倫多推廣粵劇藝術的初心與歷程。

是次訪問除了邀請舞台服裝設計師 譚嘉儀女士 及寶新聲主席 陳景英女士，從專業角度分享她們對粵劇藝術傳承的見解外，亦特別邀得兩位正在寶新聲習藝的「粵劇小豆丁」—— 劉詠弦 與 黃炫熹，真誠分享他們學習這門中國傳統藝術的體會與成長點滴。

🎥Watch the full interview 訪問重溫

《時代雜誌》2025年12月24日 —〈青年承藝・粵劇小豆丁後起之秀〉
👉 https://youtu.be/V87Hszp9oqY?si=vhXv1eCTOuPtVY0h

#粵劇傳承

06/22/2025

霓裳珍韵·匠心傳藝 —— 粵劇名伶服飾特展
Silken Rhythms: Living Art of Cantonese Opera Costumes

We were happy to see you all at yesterday’s opening and summit. But please don’t forget! The exhibition is still open until 25 July. Please visit the antique YU, Lai-Chun collection from Starlight with your friends and family.

感謝各位昨日蒞臨出席開幕講座，展覽將持續對外開放直至7月25號，歡迎各位有興趣人士到場參觀，親身一睹粵劇名伶—余麗珍女士的戲服珍藏。

Richard Charles Lee Canada-Hong Kong Library hours
利銘澤典宬 開放時間:

📅Monday to Friday (except public holidays)
🕰️12pm - 5pm
📍8th Floor- Robarts Library, 130 St. George St, Toronto, ON M5S 1A5

For any inquiries, please email [email protected].

Take this opportunity to see the incredible costume of the celebrity in person!

06/11/2025

We are honored to announce our collaboration with the University of Toronto to present "Silken Rhythms: The Living Art of Cantonese Opera Costumes."

We are pleased to invite Costume Designer Mandy Ka-yee Tam from Hong Kong as our guest speaker, along with Alice Chan, the president of the Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre, who will serve as the moderator.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to glimpse these exquisite antique costumes!

寶新聲戲曲演藝中心再次獲多倫多大學－利銘澤典宬支持，舉辦「霓裳珍韵·匠心傳藝」—— 粵劇名伶服飾特展 暨「誰裁千秋色」學術講座。

我們十分榮幸此次邀請到服裝設計師－譚嘉儀女士擔任講者、寶新聲主席－陳景英女士擔任主持。

歡迎對粵劇服飾、戲曲有興趣的人士踴躍參與，一睹戲服背後的故事。機會難得，切勿錯過！

*This event will be conducted in Cantonese 此活動將以廣東話進行*

📅Date: June 21, 2025
🕑Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
📍Richard Charles Lee Canada-Hong Kong Library 利銘澤典宬
(8th Floor- Robarts Library, 130 St. George St, Toronto, ON M5S 1A5)

✉️ RSVP by emailing [email protected] before June 18, 2025｜請於6月18日前電郵至 [email protected] 以登記留座

Step into the colourful world of Cantonese Opera and explore the legacy of Lai-zhen Yu 余麗珍✨
Join us for the opening day for a new exhibition curated by Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre, featuring Mandy Ka-yee Tam as our guest speaker.

*This event will be conducted in Cantonese
*是次活動以廣東話進行

📅Date: June 21, 2025
🕑Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
📍Location: Richard Charles Lee-Canada Hong Kong Library

✉️RSVP by emailing [email protected] before June 18, 2025

#余麗珍

06/09/2025

✨ 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐𝟓 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲, 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞! ✨

This summer, join us in commemorating the 25th Anniversary of Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre with two spectacular days of performances at the Markham Theatre on July 19 & 20, 2025.
為慶祝寶新聲戲曲演藝中心成立 25 週年，我們將於 2025 年 7 月 19 日和 20 日在萬錦劇院舉辦兩天精彩的演出。

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🎫7/19(Day 1):
Classic Repertoire - “Romance of the Phoenix Tower”
經典劇目 - 《鳳閣恩仇未了情》
🎫7/20(Day 2):
Little Starlets Shine with Starlight 2025
聲輝戲曲耀梨園2025

時間：12:45pm
地點：萬錦劇院 Flato Markham Theatre
(171 Town Centre Blvd, Markham, ON L3R 8G5)

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To celebrate this significant milestone, we are honored to invite four professional artists from Hong Kong, who have been specially invited to Canada to perform alongside us. Their participation provides a rare opportunity for cultural exchange and artistic excellence.
寶新聲今年特邀四位曾合作的香港粵劇紅伶，遠赴多倫多同賀寶新聲25周年。四位專業演員分別為鄭詠梅、黃寶萱、洪海、朱兆壹，屆時將與寶新聲台前幕後、寶新聲小豆丁及其他學員一同演出。

In addition to the Classic Repertoire, the event “Little Starlets Shine with Starlight 2025” will feature nine captivating excerpts from Cantonese Opera. To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Starlets, they will reenact various performances from past years, allowing the audience to witness their development over this time. Local talented actors will also join the performance to showcase their skills. The finale will include a collaboration with four professionals performing "Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea" alongside the Starlets.
適逢本年是粵劇小豆丁的15週年，他們將落力演出重現過去的精彩劇目。除了寶新聲小豆丁外，寶新聲亦力邀多倫多本地藝友合力演出折子戲。四位紅伶更會與寶新聲小豆丁及其他學員壓軸演出《八仙過海》。

🎟 To purchase tickets, please contact us via WhatsApp at +1 (647) 887-1393 or email us at [email protected].
若有意購買門票請WhatsApp 至+1 (647) 887-1393 或 電郵至 [email protected]。

04/01/2025

💭【Dreaming Blossoms: The Princess' Fate｜夢影帝女花 】🥀

Attention all arts, music, and Chinese culture enthusiasts, as well as opera lovers!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the audiences who visited us last year. This year, we are thrilled to announce that we are once again supported by the University of Toronto to showcase a new production for those who enjoy experiencing arts from a fresh perspective.

Join us for our latest FREE cross-arts theatre performance, produced by STARLIGHT, taking place on May 10, 2025 (Saturday) at Innis Town Hall, Innis College, University of Toronto.

"Dreaming Blossoms: The Princess' Fate | 夢影帝女花" is a unique cross-arts production that fuses drama, music, and Cantonese opera. We aim to immerse the audience in a new experience, exploring the story and emotions behind the traditional Cantonese opera, The Flower Princess.

Date: May 10, 2025 (Saturday)
Time: 2:30 PM (The performance will last for about an hour)
Venue: Innis Town Hall (Innis College, 2 Sussex Ave, Toronto, ON M5S 1J5)
＊Free Seating (Kindly note that you are requested to arrive at the venue 15 minutes before the performance for check-in and registration confirmation)

Produced by STARLIGHT CHINESE OPERA PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
Supported by UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO & RICHARD CHARLES LEE CANADA-HONG KONG LIBRARY & TONE LABS MUSIC ACADEMY

Charles Lee Canada-Hong Kong Library 利銘澤典宬
Labs Music

Registration starts on April 1, 2025👇🏻
https://allevents.in/toronto/dreaming-blossoms-the-princess-fate｜夢影帝女花/80001614655005

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We kindly ask that all individuals with reserved seats arrive and check in at our front desk before 2:15 PM. Due to the large number of responses we have received, it's important to note that if you do not check in by this time, your seats will be given to those in the standby ticket queue. We sincerely appreciate your support of Starlight Opera's production, and we are grateful to the University of Toronto and the Richard Charles Lee Canada-Hong Kong Library for their support, which allows us to offer this production to the public for free.

09/08/2024

🖼️ 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 【𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰｜聲輝戲曲耀梨園2024 】

🎊What an incredible afternoon at Flato Markham Theatre!

We want to extend a huge thank you to all our incredible supporters, volunteers, audience, and fellow art enthusiasts. Your presence and support made the performance a resounding success! 👏🏻

This year’s show received rave reviews from all corners, and under the leadership of our president, our talented stars delivered unforgettable performances on stage. They truly savoured every moment, making it a summer to remember. ✨

Let’s relive those extraordinary moments together. Starlight is gearing up to bring you even more diverse and exhilarating activities soon. Stay tuned for upcoming performances and exciting updates! 🔜

🎭感謝大家與寶新聲在萬錦Flato劇院渡過一個精彩的下午！

👏🏻我們再次衷心感謝各方的支持者、義工、觀眾和台前幕後的工作人員，你們的支持和參與使我們的演出得以圓滿！

我們很榮幸此次演出受到各方好評。在各導師的帶領下，小豆丁得以在舞台上實踐他們所學，並享受在舞台上的每一刻。我們希望是次寶貴的演出經驗能成為他們難忘的回憶。

請繼續關注並留意寶新聲的最新動向，我們將繼續籌劃更多樣化和精彩的活動。🔜

#寶新聲 #多倫多粵劇

06/25/2024

【𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰｜聲輝戲曲耀梨園2024 】

Gather all those who are passionate about the performing arts!

The annual performance of Starlight, "𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰," is coming back! This year, the performance will take place at Markham Theatre on July 21, 2024, at 1:30 pm. This year's performance will be led by President Alice Chan, with the Starlets and a live band performing nine selected excerpts accompanied by professional musicians.

𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 has been running since 2012, providing Starlight students (Starlets) with the opportunity to showcase their skills and knowledge in Cantonese Opera. The program not only nurtures their passion for learning but also allows them to shine on stage. Furthermore, the local audience will have the chance to witness and appreciate the exceptional performance, contributing to future audience market growth.

To purchase tickets, please contact us via WhatsApp at +1 (647)887-1393 or email us at [email protected].

📅Date: July 21, 2024 (Sun)
⏰Time: 1:30pm - 4:00pm
📍Venue: Flato Markham Theatre (171 Town Centre Blvd, Markham, ON L3R 8G5)

寶新聲每年一度的匯演「聲輝戲曲耀梨園」今年將於 2024 年 7 月 21 日下午 1:30 在萬錦劇院舉行。今年的演出由導師陳景英帶領，寶新聲學員將在專業樂師拍和下，為觀眾獻上九個折子戲選段。

「聲輝戲曲耀梨園」自2012年開始舉辦，為寶新聲學生提供實踐及展演粵劇技巧和知識的機會。該演出機會不僅能培養學生的學習熱情、在舞台上大放異彩，亦使加拿大的戲曲觀眾得以欣賞精彩、專業的本土製作。

如需購票，請透過 WhatsApp +1 (647)887-1393 聯絡我們，或發送電子郵件至[email protected]。

***STARLIGHT CHINESE OPERA PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE reserves the right to modify, suspend, or terminate the event and/or terms and conditions without prior notice. The decision of Starlight Chinese Opera Performing Arts Centre is final in case of disputes 寶新聲戲曲演藝中心保留一切修改、暫停或終止活動及/或條款和條件的權利，恕不另行通知。在爭議情況下，寶新聲戲曲演藝中心擁有最終決定權。

Please register to purchase tickets👉🏻
https://wa.me/16478871393/