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One of the longest running community theatre groups in Hong Kong. Sharing our passion for theatre.

Since 1844…

The longest running community theatre group in Hong Kong
(although we have been known by other names – see ‘Timeline’ below). A dynamic and vibrant theatre company that endeavours to bring excellent theatre to our audiences. Striving to maintain the spirit of our “ancestors”, Hong Kong Players currently mounts 3 – 4 productions per year, ranging from the classics of Shakespeare to mod

ern drama & comedy. We let our hair down and have fun with our annual Panto, our biggest extravaganza of the year, staged every year since 1961. This rich diversity of shows translates into the best English-language theatre in Hong Kong – we’ll make you laugh, cry and everything in between. History

Our history can be traced back to 1844 – a track record of 164 years! Timeline

1844 – the Hong Kong Amateur Dramatic Society was founded and began its 102-year history.

1946 – became known as Hong Kong Stage Club.

1946 to 1991 – During the next 4-5 decades, after the end of World War II, Stage Club and a group called Garrison Players are theatrically active in Hong Kong. They pass the panto baton between them, sometimes mounting the annual show jointly.

1991 – The 2 societies merge on January 1, 1991, to form Hong Kong Players.

13/05/2026

When a prop determines one’s eligibility for marriage, it may reasonably expect a programme credit. The handbag.

Intrigued?

Tickets for The Importance of Being Earnest are selling fast, secure yours now on Popticket.

The Importance of Being Earnest
3-6 June | Louis Koo Cinema, Hong Kong Arts Centre
Limited seating.

https://www.popticket.hk/en/event/importance-of-being-earnest

Photos Featured

Jess Simelane as the indomitable Lady Bracknell, observing the offending article.

Matthew Chamberlin as John Worthing, a young man of mysterious origins.

10/05/2026

At times it is most convenient to know a man of the cloth who understands the value of discretion.

Tickets for 'The Importance of Being Earnest' are selling fast, secure yours on Popticket now.

The Importance of Being Earnest
3-6 June | Louis Koo Cinema, Hong Kong Arts Centre
Limited Seating

https://www.popticket.hk/en/event/importance-of-being-earnest

Photos Featured
Scotty Clare as Rev. Canon Chasuble, spiritual advisor and discreet romantic

08/05/2026

To Bunbury (verb): to invent pressing familial obligations in order to escape tiresome social commitments. A technique one might employ to secure a seat at ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ by any means necessary.

Tickets for 'The Importance of Being Earnest' are selling fast, secure yours on Popticket now.

The Importance of Being Earnest
3-6 June | Louis Koo Cinema, Hong Kong Arts Centre
Limited Seating

https://www.popticket.hk/en/event/importance-of-being-earnest

Photos Featured

Matthew Chamberlin as Jack Worthing, a man of earnest intentions and suspicious arrangements.

Alex Grasic as Algernon Moncrieff, the architect of Bunburying and all its delightful consequence

07/05/2026

Come for the witty repartee, stay for the cucumber sandwiches. Tickets for 'The Importance of Being Earnest' are selling fast, secure yours on Popticket now.

The Importance of Being Earnest
3-6 June | Louis Koo Cinema, Hong Kong Arts Centre
Limited Seating

https://www.popticket.hk/en/event/importance-of-being-earnest

Photos Featured:

Alex Grasic as Algernon Moncrieff, renowned wit with a most serious cucumber sandwich problem.

Bob Sheer as Lane, loyal retainer and discreet supplier of said sandwiches.

Jess Simelane as the indomitable Lady Bracknell.

06/05/2026

Love theatre? Let’s be friends.

Hong Kong Players is Hong Kong’s longest-running community theatre company, with roots going back to 1844. We stage three shows a year (including our much-loved traditional festive panto), and we’re completely volunteer-run.

Our mission is to create opportunities for our community to create, perform and enjoy great theatre. Why not get involved?

Follow us to hear about opportunities to audition, help backstage or join our committee.

Better still, come along to one of our regular play reading evenings and have a chat. No pressure.

Opening our archive to share featured photos from from ‘Amadeus’ (2009), ‘The Lieutenant of Innishmore’ 2009, ‘The Veneitian Twins’ (2010), ‘Orphans’ (2011), ‘The Odd Couple’ (2011). Let us know if you spot yourself or someone you know!

01/05/2026

Tickets are now available for ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ and we earnestly invite you to join us!

We will bring our unmistakable Hong Kong Players humour and energy to Oscar Wilde’s sparkling comedy of mistaken identities, secret engagements, and razor-sharp wit this June. Enjoy this beloved classic in the intimate setting of the Louis Koo Cinema at the Hong Kong Arts Centre.

With limited seating, this production will fill quickly, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Dates: 3rd-6th June

Times: Wed, Thurs, Fri at 7.30pm, Saturday at 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Location: Louis Koo Cinema, Hong Kong Arts Centre

Price: $300 ($250 concessions for students/seniors), includes one drink

https://www.popticket.hk/importance-of-being-earnest

29/04/2026

Shhh… don’t tell everyone, but ticket sales for ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ are launching soon, and our email subscribers will get early access.

We always give our mailing list the first opportunity to book, and with this production taking place in an intimate venue with limited seating, that early access could make all the difference.

It also pays to be first in line for our panto later in the year, when the best seats and most popular performances sell out like Christmas hot cakes.

Join our mailing list here:
https://22245-4bc3.icpage.net/HongKongPlayersMailingList

SHOW DETAILS
The Importance of Being Earnest
3-6 June | Louis Koo Cinema, Hong Kong Arts Centre

23/04/2026

It’s a Hong Kong tradition and the best way to spend your December!

Don’t miss the opportunity to audition for our 2026 panto - follow us or join our mailing list for audition updates.
Mailing list: https://22245-4bc3.icpage.net/HongKongPlayersMailingList
(link also in insta bio)

Photos from ‘Beauty & The Beast, The Panto’, 2025

22/04/2026

We still have a few spaces available for our play reading this Friday 24 April and we’d love to see you there!

We’ll be looking at the script for ‘God of Carnage,” Yasmina Reza’s comedy of bad manners about two New York couples whose children get into a playground fight. We would love to see you there. (And if you’d like to be a part of the evening but aren’t sure that you’re ready to read blind among strangers, that’s OK too - come along and watch!)

When: Friday, 24th April, 7.30pm

Where: Spooky Rehearsal Studio 3/F, On Tat Building 3-5 Pat Tat Street, San Po Kong, Kowloon

Cost: Free, but registration is essential

Register now (link also in our Insta bio):
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGI14RXX6bj3u6O8Tu4NVstSkc8dfJ6XbPHQ9jGqmwbYiCvw/viewform

20/04/2026

Earnestly hilarious.

We’re thrilled with how “The Importance of Being Earnest” is taking shape, and we know it’s going to be a wonderfully fun evening at the theatre.

Save the dates now and join our mailing list for ticket pre‑sales - we have a feeling these tickets will go fast!

‘The Importance of Being Earnest’

3rd–6th June 2026 | Louis Koo Theatre, Hong Kong Arts Centre

https://22245-4bc3.icpage.net/HongKongPlayersMailingList (also in our Insta bio)

Cast:
Alex Grasic (as Algernon Moncrieff):
Matthew Chamberlin (as John Worthing):
Candace Lee (as Cecily Cardew): @‌ccandxce
Dana Slosar (as Gwendolen Fairfax): @‌dsloz
Moe Moss (as Miss Prism): @‌moejmoss
Scotty Clare (as Rev. Canon Chasuble): @‌scottecee
Bob Scheer (as Lane): @‌bob.scheer2
Matt Dyer (as Merriman): @‌mattdyer76
Jess Simelane (as Lady Bracknell): @‌actuallyitsjustjess
Production Team:
Director: Jodi Gilchrist — @‌jodi.gilchrist.3
Producer: Danny Wall — @‌wheresdannywall
Stage Manager: Katie Woodward — @‌kthk2010
Assistant Director/Producer: Stanley Lui — @‌thunder_stan
Assistant Director: Talia Scotchbrook-Chow — @‌titaniumtails

15/04/2026

Join our next play reading!

We’ll be looking at the script for ‘God of Carnage,” Yasmina Reza’s comedy of bad manners about two New York couples whose children get into a playground fight. We would love to see you there. (And if you’d like to be a part of the evening but aren’t sure that you’re ready to read blind among strangers, that’s OK too - come along and watch!)

When: Friday, 24th April, 7.30pm

Where: Spooky Rehearsal Studio 3/F, On Tat Building 3-5 Pat Tat Street, San Po Kong, Kowloon

Register now (link also in our Insta bio):

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGI14RXX6bj3u6O8Tu4NVstSkc8dfJ6XbPHQ9jGqmwbYiCvw/viewform

Address

3/F, On Tat Building (Block D), 3-5 Pat Tat Street, San Po Kong
Kowloon

Website

http://www.hkplayers.com/

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