Hong Kong-based composer Fung Lam and renowned photographer Wing Shya are teaming up for Nocturnes, a one-of-a-kind live performance blending music and cinematic art. Experience a poetic journey of music performed by Fung Lam on piano, saxophonist Timothy Sun, and other musicians, while Shya’s visual art creates an atmospheric experience.
Nocturnes
An artistic collaboration between renowned composer Fung Lam and internationally acclaimed photographer and director Wing Shya, Nocturnes is a journey through music and cinematic art. Premiering in Hong Kong in 2022, this cross-media performance will be staged at Shanghai's Theatre YOUNG on March 22nd and 23rd, 2025. Featuring Fung Lam on piano and a live ensemble, the performance explores the intimate relationship between the self and the city, blending music and visual art. Wing Shya’s first cinematic creation for the stage, the performance evokes a serene, dreamlike atmosphere that draws the audience into a poetic space.
A Dialogue Between Music and Cinematic Art
Fung Lam translates his feelings about the night into music, which Wing Shya interprets through a cinematic art movie. For the first time, Shya brings his visual artistry to a stage setting, presenting the dreamy imagery of nightfall. Lam and his ensemble, including saxophonist Timothy Sun, perform the pieces live, creating an immersive experience that invites the audience to let their imagination soar. Twelve young actresses and models, including Natalie Hsu, Kuku So, Helen So, and Elizabeth Tang, feature in Shya’s art film, stirring emotions through their performances.
Exploring the Relationship Between Oneself and the City
Fung Lam, born in Hong Kong in 1979, is an internationally recognized composer who has performed in prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Sydney Opera House, and Royal Albert Hall. Lam has composed works for dance, theatre, sound installations, and multimedia projects. He was the Composer-in-Residence with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. Wing Shya, a celebrated photographer and director, is best known for his collaborations with Hong Kong’s top artists and his work with Wong Kar Wai’s films. His art has been showcased in major international exhibitions, and Nocturnes marks his debut in theatre direction.
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Fung Lam – Concept and Music Director
Fung Lam, a composer born in Hong Kong in 1979, is known for his significant contributions to both orchestral and interdisciplinary music. He made history as the first Hong Kong composer commissioned by the BBC. His works have been performed in some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, Konzerthaus Berlin, Sydney Opera House, Royal Albert Hall, and South Bank Centre in London.
Lam has written over ten orchestral works, including Endless Forms, which premiered at the 2012 BBC Proms, and Quintessence, a piece created to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition to concert music, he has composed for dance, theatre, sound installations, multimedia works, and inter-disciplinary projects. Fung Lam has held prominent roles as Composer-in-Residence and Director of Artistic Planning with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2011, he was awarded the Hong Kong Arts Development Council's Young Artist Award for his outstanding contributions to music.
Wing Shya – Concept and Director
Wing Shya is a Hong Kong-based photographer, director, and graphic designer, recognized for his work across film, fashion, and art. He has collaborated with renowned musicians and artists such as Karen Mok, Jacky Cheung, and Maggie Cheung, capturing stunning music videos and photography.
Shya also worked extensively as the exclusive photographer and graphic designer for director Wong Kar Wai’s films. His artistic creations have been exhibited in Hong Kong and across numerous international exhibitions. Notably, Wing Shya became the first non-Japanese photographer to hold a solo exhibition at the prestigious Mori Art Museum in Tokyo.
Produced by: Hong Kong Contemporary Music
Concept and Music Director: Fung Lam
Concept and Director: Wing Shya
Producer: Ma Siu-ki
Deputy Producer: Karen Ho
Production Manager: Sai Fong
Sound Designer: Anthony Yeung
Set Designer: Yuen Hon-wai
Lighting Designer: Leo Siu
Live Performers:
Fung Lam | Piano
Timothy Sun | Saxophones
Louie Lai-lai | Violin
Chow Yip-wai | Violin
Cass Ho | Viola
Juanita Wong | Cello
on Mar 22 and Mar 23, 2025 
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