Can there be a story told in China that foreigners will never understand? If so, what about the other way around? Can you watch a story of love and inequality from a totally different culture, as an outsider, but still feel it? What makes something ethnic versus human? Tonight, let's watch, discuss... and sing!
In this Watch, Talk & Sing session, we’ll step into Once on This Island to explore how cultural identity shapes storytelling; what feels specific and unfamiliar, what somehow still connects, and where meaning is created. Are the most powerful stories the ones you need context to understand… or the ones that speak to something deeper, no matter who you are?
Hosted by Noah, a drama professor and seasoned stage performer, this session blends thoughtful discussion with pure enjoyment. No musical experience needed—whether you’ve never heard of the show or love being on stage, you’ll be fully included. We’ll watch key scenes, unpack what’s happening beneath the surface, and bring it to life by singing together in a way that’s relaxed, fun, and surprisingly revealing. It’s a chance to experience a meaningful, globally celebrated musical—not just as a viewer, but as part of it.
Let's sit back with good friends in comfy chairs and watch a musical that critics around the world and true connoisseurs consistently praise. Let's laugh heartily and discuss deeply. And... let's sing together! All are welcome.
有没有一些中国故事，外国人永远无法理解？反过来，外国人的故事，我们能看懂吗？作为外人，观看一个来自完全不同文化、关于爱与不平等的故事，能产生共鸣吗？是什么让故事充满地域特色，又是什么让它具有普世价值？今晚，我们一起观影、畅聊，还能放声歌唱！
本场活动将一起欣赏音乐剧《小岛奇缘》，探讨文化身份如何影响叙事：哪些内容充满地域特色、让人陌生，哪些情感又能跨越文化引发共鸣，以及故事的意义是如何构建的。那些打动人心的故事，是需要特定文化背景才能看懂，还是能触及人类共通的情感？
主讲人 Noah 是戏剧教授，也是资深舞台剧演员，整场活动既有深度探讨，又充满乐趣。无需音乐剧经验，无论你第一次听说这部剧，还是热爱舞台表演，都能轻松参与。我们会观看剧中精彩片段、解读深层内涵，还会一起合唱剧中曲目，氛围轻松有趣，又能收获独特感悟。这是一次沉浸式体验，不只是作为观众欣赏这部全球知名的音乐剧，更能亲身参与其中。
让我们和好友一起，舒服地坐着观影，尽情欢笑、深入交流，还能一起放声歌唱！欢迎所有人参与～
