Performers, talent, and entertainment
The entertainment includes not limited to: mask-making workshops, traditional music performances, opera demonstrations, food tastings, face-painting stations, interactive storytelling sessions, and a miniature traditional costume parade.
Mask-making workshops
Allow participants to unleash their creativity and make their own unique masks. It's a great activity for both children and adults to explore their artistic side.
Traditional opera demonstrations
Showcases the beauty of traditional opera with live demonstrations. It's a wonderful opportunity to introduce this art form to audience and appreciate the powerful performances that has been enjoyed for hundreds of years.
Face-painting stations
Stations where talented artists can transform faces into beautiful works of art. It's a hit with children and even adults who want to embrace the festive spirit and wear unique designs.
Miniature traditional costume parade
a parade where participants showcase their traditional costumes. It's a visually stunning spectacle that celebrates the diversity and beauty of different cultures.
Traditional music performances
Enchanting melodies of traditional music that will transport attendees to different cultures and traditions. It adds a captivating and immersive element to the event.
Food tastings
Allows attendees to indulge in the flavours and culinary delights associated with the cultural celebration.
Interactive storytelling sessions
Engage audience with captivating storytelling sessions that bring cultural tales and legends to life. It's an immersive way to educate and entertain attendees of all ages.
The main portion of the event will then consist of an opera performance by CYL Cantonese Opera and the Sydney Chinese Folk Dance Group. Attendees will then have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of the region, experiencing firsthand the vibrant traditions and customs that have been passed down through generations (bree, 2021).
End of Night Performance
Between 8:30PM to 9:30PM, three performances will play at the stage. These performances will showcase the diversity of Chinese culture, featuring traditional music, dance, and martial arts. The talented performers will captivate the audience with their skill and passion, leaving a lasting impression of the beauty and artistry of Chinese traditions.
8:00PM CYL Cantonese Opera
8:30PM Sydney Chinese Folk Dance Group
9:30PM Rites of Mist dance studio
TRADITIONAL OPERA
FREE EVENT
September 1-3 | 8:30 - 9:30
Macquarie Mall
SPECIAL THANKS TO PERFORMERS
We would like to give a special thanks to the Sydney Chinese Folk Dance Group, Rites of Mist Dance Studio, and CYL Cantonese Opera for their incredible performances at the event. Their stunning displays of traditional Chinese dance, music, and opera captivated the audience and made the event truly unforgettable. We are truly grateful to these performers for their hard work and dedication to their craft. Thank you for bringing the beauty of Chinese culture to our event.
Epics of Asia in-depth
The "Epics of Asia" event is an Asian cultural celebration festival of masks, sound and opera, promoting cross-cultural appreciation and understanding through arts. Epics of Asia will host cultural activities and performances featuring masks, opera, and traditional drama, highlighting Asian culture's rich diversity and heritage. The expected participants, families with children, will then appreciate and immerse themselves in these artistic manifestations, preserving their value for centuries to come. Willoughby (Willoughby, 2023).
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Stakeholders
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Family of primary school children.
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Stallholders
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Event Organizers
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Volunteers
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Technicians
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Sponsors
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Local Council
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Performers
Stalls
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Food
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Ammenities
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Toys and Masks
Epics of Asia primary stakeholders are families with primary school children from Liverpool diaspora, which then the event will provide educational and entertaining interactive activities, games, and traditional Asian music and dance performances for an immersive experience as accordingly to the theme.
Epics of Asia features stalls, competitions, and performances to showcase various Asian talents, customs, and heritage. Attendees can participate in traditional dance performances, art exhibitions, masks, opera, and drama, enriching the experience and fostering appreciation for rich heritage which is divided from adults (mask-making workshops, traditional music performances, opera demonstrations and food tastings) and for children (face painting stations, interactive storytelling sessions, and mini traditional costumes dress up parade) (Brandon, 1967).
Epics of Asia will take place in September, which is the ideal month for organizing a council meeting. During the month, neither Liverpool nor Macquarie Street Mall have any major events planned. Additionally, the weather in September is typically pleasant, making it more likely for people to attend outdoor events. This would provide an opportunity for Epics of Asia to utilise outdoor spaces in both Liverpool and Macquarie Street Malls, further enhancing the overall experience for attendees (Liverpool City Council, 2023).
Epics of Asia will take place over three days, offering workshops and educational activities to immerse attendees in diverse traditions and art forms. The festival aims to foster appreciation for cultural heritages and conclude with a traditional Chinese Opera performance. (Liverpool City Council, 2023).