Policy Address

Refocus the Performance Venues and Promote Performing Arts Mega Events

182. With the opening of the Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP), the Government has announced the enhancement of the positioning of various performance venues. The Hong Kong Coliseum will be refocused to prioritise concerts, the East Kowloon Cultural Centre will promote long-running performances and arts technology, and the Sha Tin Town Hall Auditorium will prominently feature Cantonese opera.

Develop Signature Arts and Cultural Flagship Projects and Strengthen the Promotion of Intangible Cultural Heritage

183. In the past two years, the Government has developed signature arts and cultural flagship projects to attract locals as well as tourists, including the Hong Kong Pop Culture Festival, the Asia+ Festival, the Chinese Culture Festival, the Hong Kong Performing Arts Expo and Hong Kong ICH Month. The Government will continue to strengthen the promotion of district-based ICH, promoting "ICH Around Town".

Introduce Market-based Business Models to Enhance the Services of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department

184. We will introduce market-based business models into designated LCSD facilities to provide more diverse value-added activities. These include leasing out museums on their closing days for commercial or private use, opening up more venues for hire, introducing paid guided tours for visitor groups, and developing more cultural and creative products to enhance visitor experience and operational efficacy. We will also explore the feasibility of engaging the market to enhance the operations of the Lei Yue Mun Park holiday camp and selected beaches, promoting the development of recreational, leisure, and aquatic hotspots.