Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: stART Up Community Arts Project 2021 “Why on Earth?”

As a living planet, Earth experiences change every day. Much of this change is caused by human behaviour and the day-to-day choices we make as communities and individuals. It is up to all of us to help advocate for our planet and draw attention to this global issue.

Why on Earth? features a series of original dance, music and spoken word creations that highlight the issues posed by climate change, the challenges we face in our daily lives, and what we can do to help preserve our planet in the best way possible. The works capture the voices of young environmental advocates working to create a better, greener, more sustainable path for our future. 

In addition to the films screening in this exhibition, more creations will be rolled out online on a weekly basis from mid-March to April. Follow Hong Kong Youth Arts Foundation on Facebook or Instagram (@hkyaf) or subscribe to our e-newsletter for the latest updates.

Watch the entire series here or scroll down to explore the video playlists by category.

Dance

The creative power of dance can inspire change and help envision the future. The works in this original collection – choreographed by Kirsten Ho, Giselle Liu, HKYAF alumni and HKYAF's talented Youth Assistant Choreographers Sania Sit, Shania Montevalde, Valerie Cheung and Vivian Ho – highlight the devastating consequences of climate change and urge us to act now before it is too late.

Spoken Word

In a series of thought-provoking and emotional spoken-word performances, ten writer-performers from HKYAF, led by professional writer and theatre maker Becky Baker, raise their voices to offer new perspectives on the climate crisis and the urgency for change.  

Music

Singer-songwriter Series

Guided by professional songwriter and producer Isaac Chan, HKYAF’s very first group of singer-songwriters take inspiration from everyday life and express their thoughts on climate change through music and lyrics.

RAW A Capella Team

HKYAF’s incredible a capella team RAW presents new interpretations of two songs inspired by the environment – Earth by Lil Dicky and All the Good Girls Go to Hell by Billie Eilish. Led by professional singing coach Astrid Lui, RAW’s music showcases the infinite range of sounds that the unaccompanied voice can produce.​

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Performing Arts, Dance, stART Up Community Arts Project, climate change, music, spoken word, youth performance