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24 Jun 2025

This year, the Spelling Bee took center stage of Shaw Auditorium at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) as part of the University’s signature Community Musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, filling the hall with vibrant energy and the laughter of over 1,800 enthusiatic spectators. 

27 Mar 2024

In the award-winning Shaw Auditorium at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), the atmosphere was charged with anticipation as a magical transformation took place. The stage was set for the university's production of "The Music Man", a famous and family-friendly Broadway musical that brought together the diverse HKUST community like never before on March 23 and 24.

19 Sep 2023

Unlocking youngsters’ inner creative power, arts education transforms students into agile thinkers equipped with both emotional intelligence and problem-solving prowess.

17 Nov 2021

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) celebrated today the opening of Shaw Auditorium - a brand new hall with state-of-the-art facilities supported by a HK$150 million donation from the Shaw Foundation Hong Kong (SFHK). This new landmark is set to turn HKUST into an arts and culture hub, offer a new place of learning and gathering for the community and further humanistic and creativity development of the University and its surrounding environment.

30 Aug 2021

Set to open shortly, our eagerly-awaited Shaw Auditorium will add exciting new dimensions to HKUST’s commitment to feeding the heart and nourishing the soul of its community members. It will also measurably accelerate the development of more boundary-pushing arts and cultural initiatives.

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The Shaw Auditorium is delighted to unveil a vibrant lineup of arts and cultural programs this fall. Explore the beauty of Chinese traditions through Pulse of Seasons by HKDance, the witty fusion Cantonese Music and the 16 Personality Types by TroVessional, and the enchanting "Silken Notes of the Pipa" Community Concert by Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra. The season also features "Colorful Breeze" – The Blue Mongolian Plateau Gala Evening, a celebration of Mongolian heritage. Be sure to catch Xiqu Toy Story by One Table Two Chairs Charitable Foundation, a lively blend of Cantonese opera and theatre for audiences of all ages.

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Wrap up your summer with Summer Nights @ Shaw Auditorium! Enjoy Chinese handcraft workshops and a screening of the award-winning animated film Robot Dreams. These exciting activities, along with other offerings at the Shaw Auditorium, promise cultural enrichment, artistic exploration and plenty of fun.

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This summer, immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of arts and culture through our diverse programs. Experience the extraordinary talents of renowned artists from Beyond Time by LENK Quartet and Intimacy of Creativity 2025, along with other exciting programs at the Shaw Auditorium.

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Welcome back from your mid-term break! The Shaw Auditorium features an exciting lineup of programs to ignite your passion for the arts. Don’t miss the highly anticipated 1st HKUST AI Film FestivalCosmopolis Festival Off-season Event  -  Of Time and Love: HK Phil at HKUST, the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra Concert @ HKUST in April, among other charming programs! 

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Welcome back! This semester, the Shaw Auditorium features an exciting lineup of programs to ignite your passion for the arts. Don't miss our annual “HKUST Community Musical” showcasing the anticipated production "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”, with talented HKUST students, staff, and alumni.
 
Experience performances by renowned arts groups and artists like the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestrathe Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra,Tlale Makhene Quartet from South Africa, as well as compelling drama by the veteran Tang Shu-wing, and violinist Ruda Lee. Enjoy outstanding showcases by HKUST student groups including the University Philharmonic OrchestraTunatics A Cappella, University Choir, and screenings of Campus Cinema.
 
Explore your creativity with our new initiatives, "Open Call for Artwork" and "Open Call for Performance". Immerse yourself in the dynamic arts landscape and participate in these exceptional events and performances to make this semester truly unforgettable!