CarolineChan

Biography

A biracial (Hong Kong, Nigerian) and trilingual (Cantonese, Mandarin, English) performing artist. Graduated from The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts School of Drama in 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Drama, majoring in Acting. She also holds a bachelor degree in English Language and Literature. She was invited by The Hong Kong Repertory Theatre to participate in their Reader’s Theatre program: “The Doctor”. School performances include: “Songs of innocence and Experience”, “The imaginary Invalid” and “Moscow…Why?”.

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An evocative, Van Gogh-inspired illustration for the Rooftop Productions (天台製作) performance, 'Songs of Innocence and Experience'. The artwork features a swirling, textured night sky background in deep blues and purples, framing a conflict between two groups of fantastical characters. On the right, human-like figures with intense expressions and ornate markings advance through white clouds. On the left, grotesque, mythical creatures with sharp features and horns reach out from the shadows, creating a dramatic, surreal tableau typical of contemporary Hong Kong experimental theatre. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience, WestK, illustration'

Best Original Music (Drama)

Scenography of the Year

Outstanding Production of the Year

Songs of Innocence and Experience

27/1/2024 至 4/2/2024

Songs of Innocence and Experience is a vibrant devised work from Rooftop Productions, exploring the tumultuous journey to adulthood in contemporary HK.

Lyricist、Collaborating Actor

A dramatic key visual for the contemporary Hong Kong theatre production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' by Rooftop Productions. The image features a close-up, moody portrait of actor Caroline Chan, whose face is partially obscured by her arm. Her dark, textured hair is highlighted with striking streaks of neon green and purple, set against a deep violet, ethereal background with abstract, cloudy light forms. The lighting casts a cinematic, high-contrast glow on her face, emphasizing a sharp, intense gaze. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' Key Visual.

Songs of Innocence and Experience

20/6/2022 至 24/6/2022

Songs of Innocence and Experience at HKAPA is a poignant devised work exploring the threshold of adulthood, reimagining Milton’s themes of rebellion.

Collaborating Actor

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Images featuring Caroline Chan

Caroline Chan embodies the intense, focused spirit of a Rooftop Productions performer in this dramatic headshot.

A dramatic promotional portrait for the contemporary Hong Kong theatre production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' featuring performer Caroline Chan as Lucifer. Set against a striking circular neon ring light, Chan’s face is illuminated in blue and violet hues, partially obscured by ethereal smoke, evoking a sense of intense, otherworldly conflict. This atmospheric visual captures the avant-garde aesthetic of Rooftop Productions' latest stage work at WestK. "Caroline Chan, Promo for Songs of Innocence and Experience (WestK)"

Caroline Chan embodies the ethereal figure of Lucifer in this promotional portrait for 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' at WestK.

A dramatic key visual for the contemporary Hong Kong theatre production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' by Rooftop Productions. The image features a close-up, moody portrait of actor Caroline Chan, whose face is partially obscured by her arm. Her dark, textured hair is highlighted with striking streaks of neon green and purple, set against a deep violet, ethereal background with abstract, cloudy light forms. The lighting casts a cinematic, high-contrast glow on her face, emphasizing a sharp, intense gaze. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' Key Visual.

Caroline Chan embodies the atmospheric intensity of our latest production, 'Songs of Innocence and Experience.'

In a rehearsal for the contemporary Hong Kong theatre production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience', actors Sum Cheuk-yiu (playing Abdiel) and Caroline Chan (playing Satan/Lucifer) stand on stage. Sum wears a blue shawl and Chan a red cloak, both performers holding one hand to their chests while gesturing forward with the other, capturing a dramatic moment of emotional intensity. The backdrop is a simple green-walled studio space typical of a local rehearsal room. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience Rehearsal'

Sum Cheuk-yiu as Abdiel and Caroline Chan as Satan rehearse a moment of high intensity in Songs of Innocence and Experience.

Caroline Chan, cast as Satan (Lucifer) in Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece 'Songs of Innocence and Experience', plays a black electric bass guitar during a rehearsal. She is centered in the frame, wearing a black top and looking down at the instrument with a focused, gentle expression against a plain light green backdrop. This intimate rehearsal capture highlights the artistic process behind this Hong Kong stage performance. Songs of Innocence and Experience Rehearsal.

Caroline Chan masters the bass for her role as Satan (Lucifer) in Rooftop Productions' Songs of Innocence and Experience. This moment captures the focused intensity of the rehearsal process.

Three actors from the Hong Kong contemporary theatre company Rooftop Productions (天台製作) sit on a rehearsal stage during a session for the production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience'. On the left, Sin Lok-yan (Eve/Angel) looks upwards with a contemplative expression. In the center, Caroline Chan (Satan/Lucifer) sits with her chin resting on her hand, looking thoughtful. On the right, Cheung Cheuk-hang (Angel) sits with a composed posture, gazing forward. The setting is a minimalist rehearsal room with a green backdrop, emphasizing the raw, experimental nature of this HK stage performance. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience Rehearsal'

Sin Lok-yan, Caroline Chan, and Cheung Cheuk-hang delve into their characters during a Songs of Innocence and Experience rehearsal.

In a rehearsal for the contemporary Hong Kong theatre production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience', Mok Kok-pong (as Michael) is held aloft by fellow actors in a dynamic stage lift. Below him, Chew Yu-yeung (as Mammon) supports his torso with intense focus, while Caroline Chan (as Satan/Lucifer) assists with the lift from below. The scene is set in a studio with bright overhead panel lighting, capturing the raw energy and physicality of professional stage performance. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience Rehearsal'

Mok Kok-pong (Michael), Chew Yu-yeung (Mammon), and Caroline Chan (Satan) explore the physical intensity of a key moment in rehearsal.

In a candid rehearsal for Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece 'Songs of Innocence and Experience', actress Caroline Chan (cast as Satan/Lucifer) leans forward with an intense, focused gaze during a discussion. She wears a dark t-shirt and an orange scarf, her hair styled in two buns. In the background, another performer with a guitar is slightly out of focus, capturing the creative atmosphere of a Hong Kong stage production. Songs of Innocence and Experience Rehearsal.

Caroline Chan explores the depth of the Lucifer character during an intense rehearsal for Songs of Innocence and Experience.

Promotional poster for the contemporary Hong Kong theatre production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' presented by The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. The visual features an intense close-up of an actor, Caroline Chan, with shadowed, moody lighting in hues of deep purple and warm skin tones, highlighting an emotional, piercing gaze. The bold, vertical gold typography of the Chinese title '天真與世故之歌' dominates the right side of the poster, which examines the loss of innocence in modern society. 'In a world losing its innocence, what does it mean to grow up?'

Caroline Chan embodies the piercing gaze of our production, posing the question: In a world losing its innocence, what does it mean to grow up?

A dramatic close-up on Caroline Chan as Herself/Satan (Lucifer) during a performance of Rooftop Productions' "Songs of Innocence and Experience." Lit from below and the front, she wears a white, military-style jacket with ornate gold buttons and braiding. Her face, partially shadowed, shows wide, questioning eyes and a slightly open mouth, conveying deep confusion or existential wonder. The intense stage lighting creates a high-contrast portrait against a black background, highlighting the emotion in this contemporary HK theatre stage performance. God, I don’t understand. Why was I created?

Caroline Chan embodies the existential questioning of Lucifer in Rooftop Productions' Songs of Innocence and Experience. 'God, I don’t understand. Why was I created?'

Caroline Chan, portraying 'Herself' or Satan (Lucifer) in Rooftop Productions' contemporary HK theatre production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience,' stands under a spotlight on the left, looking upwards and to the right with an expression of awe or profound questioning. She wears a striking white cape adorned with gold and black military-style accents, over a dark outfit, with a small microphone visible. To her right, a large, ethereal projection fills the stage backdrop, depicting a majestic, crowned, androgynous figure with an antique aesthetic, emanating light and surrounded by a powerful aura, reminiscent of a classical painting. This dramatic stage performance creates a powerful visual contrast between the actor and the projected divine image. God, are you really all-powerful?

Caroline Chan questions the divine, portraying a complex clash between humanity and the celestial in 'Songs of Innocence and Experience'. 'God, are you really all-powerful?'

A powerful moment from Rooftop Productions' contemporary HK theatre production, 'Songs of Innocence and Experience.' Actress Caroline Chan, portraying Herself/Satan (Lucifer), is dramatically lit by deep red stage lighting, her silhouette sharp against the dark background. She looks upwards with an intense expression, mouth open as if singing or declaring, holding a piece of white fabric. Behind her, a large, glowing circular projection displays a striking red geometric star pattern, adding to the intense atmosphere of this stage performance. Announce a new law, make another new king.

Caroline Chan takes the stage as Lucifer, declaring: "Announce a new law, make another new king."

In a dramatic scene from Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece 'Songs of Innocence and Experience', actor Sin Lok-yan stands center stage on the left, wearing a red top and beige trousers. Opposite her on the right, Caroline Chan, dressed in black and wearing inline skates, leans forward with dynamic, tense energy, a theatrical prop mimicking an antenna or tail extending from her head. The stage is illuminated by a spotlight, highlighting a large, backlit stained-glass-style panel featuring a geometric green flower design. The performer playing Eve says, 'I hadn’t thought of leaving.'

Sin Lok-yan as Eve faces off against Caroline Chan’s Lucifer, declaring, 'I hadn’t thought of leaving.'

In a dramatic scene from Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece 'Songs of Innocence and Experience', Mak Ho-tin is seen kneeling in a spotlight, arms outstretched toward the center stage in an emotional plea. Standing in the foreground, Caroline Chan, portraying Satan (Lucifer), is bathed in a cool, stark light, her expression pensive and melancholic, wearing an elaborate dark uniform adorned with feather-like hair ornaments. Mak Ho-tin cries out, 'God, I’ve always pursued truth and justice.'

Mak Ho-tin pleads for justice before Caroline Chan’s Satan, crying out, "God, I’ve always pursued truth and justice."

Two actors, Caroline Chan and Sum Cheuk-yiu, sit side-by-side on a minimalist dark stage for Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece, 'Songs of Innocence and Experience'. Dressed in matching white capes, they lean their heads against their hands in a contemplative, weary pose. The dramatic stage lighting creates a high-contrast atmosphere, emphasizing the introspective mood of the performance. As they stare into the distance, they seem to ponder their existence: 'Have you ever wondered if there’s anything beyond all this?'

Caroline Chan and Sum Cheuk-yiu contemplate existence in 'Songs of Innocence and Experience'. 'Have you ever wondered if there’s anything beyond all this?'

Caroline Chan performs in Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece, 'Songs of Innocence and Experience'. Illuminated by stage lighting, Chan kneels on stage, holding a white paper while looking toward the audience with an expressive, storytelling gaze. Behind her, a large projection displays a childhood photograph of her at six years old. The image captures a poignant moment of reflection on growth and identity in modern Hong Kong theatre. Chan reflects, 'Now 3’7, at the age of six.'

Caroline Chan reflects on growth and identity, recalling, 'Now 3’7, at the age of six.'

Mok Kok-pong as Michael watches from above as a performer engages with Caroline Chan’s digital avatar in 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' at WestK.

A performer on roller skates stands center stage, holding a large blue flag emblazoned with a white pentagram, silhouetted against dramatic stage lights and theatrical haze. Behind them, a large screen projects a close-up image of a performer in costume, representing a theatrical moment from the Rooftop Productions contemporary theatre work, Songs of Innocence and Experience. The atmosphere evokes a blend of celestial and rebellious imagery characteristic of this Hong Kong stage production. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience (WestK)'

Caroline Chan as Lucifer commands the stage during a dynamic sequence in Songs of Innocence and Experience at WestK.

A dynamic performance shot from Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' at WestK. In the center, Caroline Chan, portraying Lucifer, stands atop a road case with feathers held aloft, singing intensely under dramatic blue stage lighting. To her left, Wu Lui-fung, as Beelzebub, plays a flute, while Chew Yu-yeung stands to the right, gesturing as he performs. A circular pentagram motif glows in the background. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience (WestK)'

Caroline Chan as Lucifer commands the stage alongside Wu Lui-fung and Chew Yu-yeung in this intense sequence from Songs of Innocence and Experience at WestK.

A dynamic stage shot from Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre performance, 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' (WestK). In the foreground, a performer in blue rollerblades and a yellow jacket leans forward, capturing the energetic movement. On the left, actors including Cheung Cheuk-hang, Mok Kok-pong, and Caroline Chan are positioned on and around a metal stepladder and the stage floor. A large screen displays a projected image of the performers in red jackets, creating a multi-layered visual effect enhanced by dramatic stage lighting and hazy fog. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience (WestK).'

Cheung Cheuk-hang, Mok Kok-pong, and Caroline Chan perform in a multi-layered sequence from 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' at WestK.

In a dramatic scene from Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' at WestK, actor Caroline Chan, portraying Lucifer, kneels on stage illuminated by sharp spotlighting. She wears a striking red military-style jacket with gold fringe epaulets, looking upward with an expressive, evocative gaze. In the foreground, the back of another performer, Chin Wing-kar as Belial, is captured in a blurred perspective, highlighting the atmospheric staging. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience (WestK)'

Caroline Chan as Lucifer confronts Belial, played by Chin Wing-kar, in this evocative scene from 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' at WestK.

Caroline Chan performs on stage in Rooftop Productions' contemporary theatre piece, Songs of Innocence and Experience. Wearing a modern outfit paired with an elaborate, traditional-inspired headpiece with long, curved antennae, she gazes upward with an expressive, storytelling gesture under dramatic stage lighting. On the screen behind her, the text reads: "as a new creation called 'man'"

Caroline Chan embodies Lucifer in this pivotal scene from Songs of Innocence and Experience at WestK, questioning the creation of man.

On a stage bathed in vibrant red lighting, performer Lee On-sang takes center stage in a contemporary production of Rooftop Productions' 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' at WestK. She is wearing a modern blue jacket and white trousers, adorned with a traditional opera-style headpiece featuring long, dramatic pheasant feathers. In the background, a large projection of a geometric pentagram pattern mirrors the theatrical intensity, while another actor, Caroline Chan, is seen crouching on the floor in the lower left. 'Songs of Innocence and Experience (WestK)'

Lee On-sang as Moloch and Caroline Chan as Lucifer confront each other in a striking visual moment from 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' at WestK.

In a rehearsal for the contemporary Hong Kong theatre production 'Songs of Innocence and Experience' by Rooftop Productions, a performer playing Abdiel (Sum Cheuk-yiu) stands in the foreground, eyes closed and head tilted back, arms raised high in an expression of pure, ecstatic triumph. Behind her, other cast members, including Caroline Chan, are captured in motion, their arms raised as they participate in the intense, physical storytelling of this experimental stage performance. Songs of Innocence and Experience Rehearsal

Sum Cheuk-yiu as Abdiel leads the cast, including Caroline Chan as Satan, in an intense rehearsal for 'Songs of Innocence and Experience'.

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