Indeed, traditional Chinese culture and modern sensibilities sit side by side in Turbulent Waves.

"Our team of professionals ensures that the costumes and make-up as well as visual effects are contemporary," Chen says.

He goes on to add that Yang Hao, who performs as the male lead, has ventured outside his comfort zone with Turbulent Waves, having trained in contemporary dance at the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts; and that the music for the piece "is composed using Chinese instruments with digital sound effects added".

"The production satisfies two requirements: It looks both Chinese and contemporary, thus reflecting a Hong Kong character," he adds.

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