‘Cheers!’ Series: YOAH by Cirquework (Japan)

“Breathtaking, Fresh and Exciting, Paves the Way for Contemporary Circus.”─ THE LIST, UK

YOAH, the latest groundbreaking work from contemporary Japanese circus company, makes its highly anticipated Hong Kong debut! This breathtaking performance takes audiences on a captivating journey that redefines the imagination of circus!

The story themed around ‘The Moon at Dawn (Hope)’. It was about a fantasy story of a girl lost in the underworld where she meets four sinister wizards in mysterious black garbs, who conjure magic with their diabolos, but the girl did not lose hope with the moon's guidance to find the path home.  

In this story full of fantasy and adventure, courage and faith help the girl overcome darkness and find her way home. The moon's guidance symbolises hope, rekindling light in every heart amidst despair.

23 Jan 2026  Meet-the-artist session after the performance (In Japanese with Cantonese interpretation).

 Best for ages 6 and above.

 The running time of each performance is approximately 1 hour without intermission.

 No dialogue

Members of the audience are strongly advised to arrive punctually. Latecomers and those who leave their seats during the performance will only be admitted and allowed to return to their seats respectively at a suitable break. The presenter reserves the right to refuse admission of latecomers, or determine the time and manner of admission of latecomers.

Performers have been professionally trained.  Audience is advised not to imitate their acts.

The programme contains high‑frequency sounds, strobe lighting and darkened effect.

The presenter reserves the right to change the programme and substitute artists without prior notice.

The programme does not represent the views of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.

Cirquework (Japan)

Cirquework is a contemporary Japanese circus creation company created by a group of young circus artists active in Japan and abroad. By combining acrobatics, dance, music, lighting and visual effects, Cirquework pursues a unique form of entertainment that is full of originality and innovation. Since its establishment in 2021, the company has been performing YOAH at festivals and theaters around the world, including Adelaide Fringe, Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Théâtre du Léman. The group consists of awards including Best of Circus at Adelaide Fringe Weekly Award Winners 2024 & 2025 as well as Outstanding Female Performer Winner at Asian Art Awards of Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024.

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CREATIVE TEAM

Artistic Director  Yusaku Mochizuki

Artistic Advisor and Choreography  Naoki Inui

Choreography  Yuuka Nakashima

Music  Jin Takemoto, Mars, Shuraku Chikushi

Lighting Design  Go Ueda

Animation Design  Hiroyuki Nakatsukasa

Visual Effects  Satoshi Kawabata

Costumes  Kaori Kaneda

Graphic Design  Noriyuki Matsuo

PERFORMERS

Diabolo Yusaku  Mochizuki

Aerial Silk  Tsumugi Masui

Chair Balance  Yuya Takatori

Juggling Balls and Diabolo  Tomohiro Morita

Cloud Swing  Kyle Fowler

PRODUCTION TEAM

Producer  Kazuaki Matsumoto 

Tour Manager  Naoko Shibayama

Technical Director and Stage Manager  Sarah Platts

Assistant Stage Manager  Yuki Otsubo

Rigger  Kaleb Hawkins

Lighting Operator  Aria Hoashi

Video Operator  Masami Hirayasu

Diabolo Workshop 1: Children Class

Led by professional members of Cirquework, it will help children to develop an interest in diabolo, starting with the most fundamental basics.  Under guided practice, participants will quickly experience the magic of controlling the spinning spool with their own hands.

Date: 21.1.2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 8pm
Venue: Dance Studio, Tuen Mun Town Hall
Instructor: Yusaku Mochizuki 
 Best for ages 6-11

Diabolo Workshop 2: Youth and Adult Class

This diabolo skills journey is specially designed for participants aged 12 and above with basic diabolo skills.  The instructors will provide participants with advanced guidance to elevate their diabolo skills from simple juggling to a new level.

Date: 22.1.2026 (Thursday)
Time: 8pm
Venue: Dance Studio, Tuen Mun Town Hall
Instructor: Yusaku Mochizuki
 Best for ages 12 and above

In Japanese with Cantonese interpretation
Approximately 1 hour
Please dress casually

Tickets available at URBTIX from 10 Oct onwards
Ticket Price per workshop: $200
Concessionary ticket price per workshop: Half-price tickets for full time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, and CSSA recipients. (Tickets for CSSA recipients are available on a first come, first served basis.)

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Date: 25.1.2026 (Sunday)
Time: 11am
Venue: Auditorium, Tuen Mun Town Hall
Tour Guide: Cirquework

 Best for ages 6 and above
 In Japanese with Cantonese interpretation
 The backstage tour lasts for 1 hour
 Ticket Price: $80

Tickets available at URBTIX from 10 Oct onwards
Concessionary ticket price per workshop: Half-price tickets for full time students, senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, and CSSA recipients. (Tickets for CSSA recipients are available on a first come, first served basis.)

‘Cheers!’ Series: YOAH by Cirquework (Japan)

DATE

VENUE

PRICE

21.01.2026 (Wed)
20:00

“YOAH” Workshop 1: Dance Studio, Tuen Mun Town Hall

$200

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22.01.2026 (Thu)
20:00

“YOAH” Workshop 2: Dance Studio, Tuen Mun Town Hall

$200

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23.01.2026 (Fri) - 24.01.2026 (Sat)
20:00

25.01.2026 (Sun)
15:00

Auditorium, Tuen Mun Town Hall

$420, $340, $280, $200

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25.01.2026 (Sun)
11:00

“YOAH” Backstage Tour: Auditorium, Tuen Mun Town Hall

$80

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DATE

21.01.2026 (Wed)
20:00

VENUE

“YOAH” Workshop 1: Dance Studio, Tuen Mun Town Hall

PRICE

$200

BUY NOW

DATE

22.01.2026 (Thu)
20:00

VENUE

“YOAH” Workshop 2: Dance Studio, Tuen Mun Town Hall

PRICE

$200

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DATE

23.01.2026 (Fri) - 24.01.2026 (Sat)
20:00

25.01.2026 (Sun)
15:00

VENUE

Auditorium, Tuen Mun Town Hall

PRICE

$420, $340, $280, $200

BUY NOW

DATE

25.01.2026 (Sun)
11:00

VENUE

“YOAH” Backstage Tour: Auditorium, Tuen Mun Town Hall

PRICE

$80

BUY NOW

*Some seats ($200) may have restricted view

Tickets available at URBTIX from 10 October onwards

Enquiries：2268 7323（Programme）｜3166 1100（Ticketing）

Booking：3166 1288 ｜ www.urbtix.hk

Discount Scheme

• Concessionary Tickets

Half-price tickets available for senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, full-time students and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) recipients.  Tickets for CSSA recipients are available on a first come, first served basis.  Discount for full-time students is also applicable for children aged 6 and under.  Concessionary ticket holders must produce evidence of their identity or age upon admission.

• 'Cheers!' Series Package Discount

For each purchase of standard tickets for different stage programmes in the ‘Cheers!’ Series, the following concession applies: 10% off for any 2 different programmes; 15 % off for any 3 different programmes; 20% off for 4 or more different programmes.

• 'Cheers!' Series Group Booking Discount

For each purchase of standard tickets for stage programme(s) in the ‘Cheers!’ Series, the following concession applies: 10% off for 4-9 standard tickets; 15% off for 10-19 standard tickets; 20% off for 20 or more standard tickets. 

• 'Cheers!' Series Family Package Discount

20% off on standard tickets for each purchase of 2 standard tickets and 1 student concessionary ticket of the same stage performance.

Special Notes

• Patrons can enjoy only one of the above discount offers.  Please inform the box office staff at the time of purchase.

• For each concessionary ticket for people with disabilities, the customer can purchase one ticket with the same concession for the minder.

• The price of each discount ticket will be rounded up to the nearest dollar.

• One ticket is required for each person regardless of age.