This year’s ‘Cross All Borders: Hong Kong Competition of Showcasing New Visual Artists with Disabilities 2024’ received a total of 300 entries. After two rounds of screening by the adjudication committee, 29 awarded artworks were selected and will be included in the electronic catalogue. In addition, the 9 grand awarded artworks will be displayed at the ‘Tour around Hong Kong Charity Walk 2024’ exhibition to be held on 24 March at the Level 1 Atrium of the Peak Galleria. Please stay tuned to the ADAHK website for the latest updates.

This year marks the triumphant launch of ADAHK’s flagship fundraising event, ‘Tour around Hong Kong Charity Walk 2024’ at the Peak on 24 March 2024. Enrol and follow the footsteps of artists with disabilities and discover different hidden gems and check-in points along the Harlech Road and Lugard Road Circular Walk! The hidden path offers participants a panoramic view of Victoria Harbour. Seize the moment to enjoy the beauty of Hong Kong through the paintbrushes and lenses of our artists with disabilities, and collect stamps along the way!

The Charity Walk seamlessly blends a delightful day out with exhibition and art booths featuring artists with disabilities, held at the Level 1 Atrium of the Peak Galleria, while performances will be showcased at the Officiating Ceremony, held at the Peak Road Garden.

ADAHK does not receive any regular government subvention. Our operation relies on donations from individuals, corporations and foundations alike. Every penny raised contributes to support people with disabilities to participate in the arts and their professional development.

ADAHK strives to showcase the extraordinary talents of our artists with disabilities and encourage the public to participate in art appreciation by cooperating with different organisations and individuals to organise various art activities. ADAHK recommended and referred several artists with disabilities to participate in the ‘I’m perfect in my imperfection’ Artist-in-Residence programme held at the local cultural venue ‘VESSEL.’

The programme continues from September 2023 to August 2024 and is divided into three stages, including:

■ Artist-in-Residence (September 2023 - April 2024, bi-monthly outdoor exhibition cum guided tour and workshop)
■ Inclusion concert (July 2024)
■ Joint exhibition (August 2024)

The final phase of the bi-monthly outdoor exhibition cum guided tour and workshop will commence this month. Stay tuned to our social media for more updates.

*The ‘I’m perfect in my imperfection’ Artist-in-Residence programme is sponsored by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council and organised by HKALPS Limited. At the same time, Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong is the supporting organisation.

JCIAS’s upcoming percussion workshop in April will surely give participants an unforgettable and inclusive group drumming experience. Participants will go hands-on with different percussion instruments and work together to make exciting samba music and rhythms. The workshop is currently recruiting percussionists. Come and explore the eclectic rhythm of the Rio Carnival music.

Date: 9 April to 11 June 2024
Time: Every Tuesday night, 7 pm to 8:30 pm (15 hours in total)
Venue: Jockey Club Inclusive Arts Studio, L3-04, Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre

Origami is an art that requires folding techniques and an understanding of papers. It might seem easy and always leave an impression that it is only for decoration. However, not so in this workshop! Come and join us at the Jockey Club Inclusive Arts Studio this April to make movable origami with which you can play and have fun. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Date: 6 April 2024 (Saturday)
Time: 
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm (First session)
3:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Second session)
Venue: Jockey Club Inclusive Arts Studio, L3-04, Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre
Facilitator: Hong Kong Origami Society
Application deadline: 8 March 2024 (Friday) at 6 pm

Free admission. All are welcome. 

ADAHK will provide Accessible Tours and Tangible Representation services for the ‘Science Fiction’ exhibition, organised by the Hong Kong Science Museum. The exhibition places participants at the heart of an interactive science fiction story, exploring a series of exhibits related to films, literature and artworks where they can experience unlimited human imagination and creativity.

The exhibition is comprised of six zones, namely ‘Shuttle and Cargo Bay,’ ‘Exploration Deck,’ ‘Bio Lab,’ ‘Planet Mission,’ ‘Visualisation Deck’ and ‘Observation Deck.’ Each zone explores significant themes within science fiction, including space exploration, cyborgs, and future habitats. The exhibition inspires visitors to reflect on the societal implications of advancing technology, prompting them to consider the opportunities and challenges of today and tomorrow through science fiction.

Thanks to the sponsorship of The Swire Group Charitable Trust, ADAHK’s artist with disability, Ding Yijie was honoured to be invited by the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) to participate in the remarkable and moving fundraising concert. The concert was held at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall on 4 February, concluding successfully. During the concert, Yijie performed alongside the professional musicians of the HK Phil and delivered a breathtaking violin performance, showcasing the transformative power of music beyond barriers.

Photo credit: Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra

We will provide Arts Accessibility services for the art programmes below. You are most welcome to enjoy and participate.

‘No Limits’ 2024: ‘Shape on Us’ by Vertigo Power of Balance (Audio Description in Cantonese, House Programme in Audio Format)

‘No Limits’ 2024: ‘Scored in Silence’ by Chisato Minamimura (Accessible Captions in Chinese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese, House Programme in Audio Format)

‘No Limits’ 2024: ‘Hamlet’ by Teatro La Plaza (Accessible Captions in Chinese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese, House Programme in Audio Format)

The 52^nd Hong Kong Arts Festival ‘Garden of Repose’ (Audio Description in Cantonese)

‘No Limits’ 2024: ‘Gentle Unicorn’ by Chiara Bersani (House Programme in Audio Format)

‘No Limits’ 2024: ‘All for Claire’ by Simon Mckeown (Audio Description in Cantonese and English, House Programme in Audio Format)

‘No Limits’ 2024: ‘The Penguin Who Couldn’t Swim’ by Tom Rourke (Audio Description in Cantonese and English, House Programme in Audio Format)

‘No Limits’ 2024: ‘Goodbye CP’ by Kazuo Hara (Subtitles in Chinese and English, Dubbing in Cantonese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese and English,  House Programme in Audio Format)

‘No Limits’ 2024: Team Chocolate by Filip Lenaerts and Marc Bryssinck (Subtitles in Chinese and English, Dubbing in Cantonese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese and English, House Programme in Audio Format)

‘No Limits’ 2024: ‘A Story in Strings: A Violin Recital’ by Ding Yijie (Audio Description in Cantonese, House Programme in Audio Format, Extra Wheelchair Spaces)

WestK FunFest: ‘Little Thai Forever’ (Theatrical Interpretation, Audio Description in Cantonese)

ADAHK does not receive any regular government subvention. Our operation relies on donations from individuals, corporations and foundations alike. With support like yours, people with disabilities can continue exploring the world through the arts and develop the artistic talent that enables them to shine much brighter than they can imagine.

Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong
Tel.: 2855 9548
E-mail: ada@adahk.org.hk; marketing@adahk.org.hk 
Address: 4/F, Causeway Bay Community Centre, 7 Fook Yum Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong