Mirror — A Reflection 2.0

I knew one day we no longer needed to be long-distance anymore — reflecting on the journey leading up to the Mirror world tour concerts in New York City and Toronto, it's clear that it was one heck of a ride filled with excitement, determination, and a real sense of belonging to the Hong Kong community. It all kicked off when Mirror dropped the bombshell that Toronto was on their Feel the Passion Concert Tour map — quite a surprise, I must say! Having been through the ticket frenzy for their Hong Kong concerts, I knew I needed a game plan to snag those tickets.

Current AffairsFête ChinoiseApril 19, 2024music, Music, hong kong, Hong Kong, concerts, CelebrityComment

Alex Porat: Ready for Liftoff 用作品說話：陳愛麗

Alex Porat is on the cusp of greatness. Raised in both Toronto and Vancouver, the 26-year-old Canadian soft pop singer-songwriter began her musical journey recording covers of hit songs in her bedroom just over a decade ago, posting them on YouTube where her crystalline voice, tremulous vulnerability and alluring physical presence quickly attracted more than a million global subscribers. Today, Porat is the artist other artists are getting excited about.

Personal StoriesFête ChinoiseMarch 22, 2024singer, music, Music, Asian representaton, Asian RepresentationComment

Ace of Stade: Nobis, PSG, and Jay Chou's Unprecedented Fusion of Fashion, Football, and Music

Distinguished Canadian outerwear brand, Nobis has once again seized the global spotlight with a very special collaboration with the renowned Parisian football club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and the legendary Mandopop sensation, Jay Chou. Together, they are launching a spectacular "Ace of Stade" 3-IN-1 Collector's Set, seamlessly blending fashion, football, and music in a unique jacket pairing, set to captivate audiences this December — just in time for the holiday season.

Community & PeopleFête ChinoiseDecember 8, 2023Community, chinese, fashion, Fashion, nobis, music, Crossing Cultures, SportsComment

Phoenix Rising: Angel Wang Returns to Koerner Hall With World Premiere and Classical Favourites

On December 2, 2023, Koerner Hall will host a unique musical journey titled “Phoenix Rising”, curated by the talented violinist Angel Wang in collaboration with the Canadian Chinese Society for the Arts (CCSA). The thematic core of the concert, "Phoenix Rising," serves as a testament to Angel's profound belief in the phoenix spirit—a symbol of immortality, resilience, and rebirth. In an extensive interview with Fête Chinoise, Angel shared the intricate connections between her artistry, Chinese cultural roots, and the indomitable spirit embodied by the phoenix.

Community & PeopleFête ChinoiseDecember 1, 2023Events, Community, chinese, music, Music, TorontoComment

Jason Chan's Concert Stop In Toronto

As a longtime fan of Hong Kong Canadian Canto-pop singer Jason Chan, I felt like magic to have experienced a deeply joyful photoshoot engagement at the Jason Chan: The Fight Goes On World Tour 2023《陳柏宇: 世界巡迴演唱會》多倫多站, held at the P.C. Ho Theatre of the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto on August 2 & 3.

Fête ChinoiseAugust 10, 2023music, concertsComment

AARON KWOK DELIVERS SUPERSTAR PERFORMANCE ON OLG STAGE IN NIAGARA FALLS

After several years of physical distance between Canada and Hong Kong, Toronto fans and followers of Hong Kong pop culture were elated that a household name would be coming to the GTA. Aaron Kwok, known as one of the four iconic “heavenly kings” of canto pop and the one with the best dance moves, was scheduled for a single evening of his trademark sizzling performances last week at the newly renovated OLG stage at Fallsview Casino. The brand new, state-of-the-art theatre was packed full to its 5000 seat capacity on a Monday night, as loyal fans descended to the concert hall to cheer on Kwok who also happens to be the ambassador for this year’s “Hello, Hong Kong” campaign to reconnect the world with the city after years of lockdown during the pandemic.