Events – Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2023

Esplanade Presents

Talk

Talk: An Introduction to Qun Kua

Janet Ng (Singapore)

29 Jan 2023, Sun, 1pm

1hr

(Intermission: None)

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Synopsis
Synopsis

Qun kua (裙褂), which literally translates to a skirt and a jacket, refers to the traditional red embroidered attire that have been used for centuries in Chinese weddings. In this talk, Janet Ng, the director and owner of specialist wedding studio The Red Wedding, will share her knowledge about the traditional Chinese wedding dress, including its origins, the various types of qun kua for the bride and the groom, and tips on how to select the best qun kua.

Advisory:

Mask-wearing is optional. However, audiences are encouraged to continue to exercise responsibility and caution, such as wearing masks when in crowded places.

Admission Age:
13 and above
Language: English
Things to Note:
Accessibility: All our venues are wheelchair-accessible. We offer various services to support patrons with access needs. For assistance, please contact Esplanade Customer Experience at 6828 8377. To learn more, read our accessibility guide.
Artist Information

Janet Ng

Janet Ng started The Red Wedding in 2007 out of passion for Chinese culture, with the motivation of preserving its many unique traditions such as wedding practices. She enjoys bringing joy to her customers and is happy to share more of her passion.

Date & Time

29 Jan 2023, Sun

1pm

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