The Festival was successfully held during 22 - 23 August 2009 at Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre. All contestants were on their mettle to show their best in order to grab the awards. The two-night event displayed a wide array of abilities of emerging performing artists with disabilities. Their performances were truly exceptional and inspiring. Four top winners were finally chosen.
The 15 fascinating performances received favourable remarks from the panel of judges who said it was a very challenging job and a difficult decision to select the winners.
Audience enjoyed the show and gave touching applause. Same thing happened at the backstage, where each contestant was applauded by all the others. The Festival opened up the exchange and appreciation opportunities between artists with and without disabilities.| Awards |
| The Most Outstanding Performer Award | Kwan Tim |
| The Most Outstanding Group Award | Down’s Dancing Group |
| The Most Outstanding Award for Inclusion | Hong Kong Wheelchair Dance Sport Association︰Sign & Dance Touching |
| The Most Outstanding Artistic Achievement Award | Lee Hin |
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Greenhorn Artistes Showcasing Abilities Beyond Disability
The first of its kind in Hong Kong, this super gala showcasing new performing artists with disabilities has received overwhelming response. Having passed through a scrupulous selection process, 15 fascinating entrants out of a huge number of talented competitors have made their way to the finals. All of them are on their mettle to show their best in order to grab the top Festival awards. A must see!
| 22.8.2009 | 23.8.2009 |
|---|---|
| Kwan Tim | Ip Kim Fung |
| Lo Ho Tin | Lee Hin |
| Luke Wong | Tang Cheuk Him |
| Wilson Yung | 4D Space |
| Yau Hon Ming | Downs Chinese Opera |
| Down's Dancing Group | Ebenezer School – Dance Group |
| U-Know | Hong Kong Wheelchair Dance Sport Association – Sign & Dance Touching |
| TWGHs JCRC Energetic Eagles |
Date：22 - 23.8.2009（Sat, Sun）
Time：7:30pm
Venue： Theatre, Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre
Tickets：$80, $60；* $40, * $30
Tickets are now available at all URBTIX outlets
* Discount Scheme
Half-price tickets are available for full-time students, senior citizens aged 60 and above, people with disabilities and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) recipients. Tickets are available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Audiences of age 3 and above are welcome
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Programme Enquiries
ADA strives to make our programmes accessible to all. Please contact us and let us know your needs for suitable arrangements.
Tel：2855 9548
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Supported by 
Special thanks to
Panel of judges︰
Mr Terence Chang (Chairperson), Mr Ringo Chan, Mr Angus Fu, Ms Nancy Loo, Mr Eddie Lui, Mrs Jackie Ma, Ms Mandy Petty and Ms Amy Tso
Guest performing group / artist︰
C.C.C. Kei Shun Special School — Lively Drummers
ADA Angel — Ms Wong Ming Yan
Illustration: seemanho
This performance is presented under the rental subsidy scheme of the Leisure & Cultural Services Department.
The presenter reserves the right to substitute artists and change the programme should unavoidable circumstances make it necessary.
