While celebrating Hong Kong Ballet’s 45th anniversary season, Chinese-born resident choreographer Ricky Hu, will premiere later this month his first full-length original ballet for the company entitled The Butterfly Lovers. Ricky spoke to ICONS about his unique background in traditional Chinese folkloric dance, classical ballet, and contemporary dance experiences in the US, which led to a surprising career with the city’s preeminent ballet company. He also shared his passion for other dance forms and exciting creative collaborations with his artistic team, which includes his wife.

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