《祝英台》The Butterfly Lovers 话剧

In 2023, Symphony Theatre premiered the fact-based historical stage play "The Butterfly LoverS". The production was warmly received by audiences, achieving 13 successful performances, all sold out with excellent word-of-mouth. Due to overwhelming demand, five additional shows were staged on 27 Dec 2025, 29 Dec 2025, 31 Dec 2025, 3 Jan 2026 and 10 Jan 2026, once again drawing enthusiastic theatre audiences.

“The Butterfly Lovers” is a grandeur stage performance, based on a historical Chinese legend with an enormous cast consisting of 32 actors and actresses. The epic story of “The Butterfly Lovers” is based on solid historical facts, whereby the production team has conducted numerous research and studies of historical documents. 

After the monumental success of “Dream of the Red Mansion” stage play, Symphony Theatre Production brings together the talents of drama directors, actors, composers, lyricists, singers and scriptwriters from China, Taiwan, the United States, Australia and Malaysia to present this unforgettable love affair.

The female lead, Zhu Yingtai, will be played by internationally-acclaimed singer and actress JessC, who has developed her career in China, Australia, Taiwan and Malaysia. The male lead, Liang Shanbo, will be played by American director and actor Paul Lee, who majored in drama and music performance at an American University. The lead actor of “Tearless Sky”, Isaac Cheah, the lead actor of “The Dream of Red Mansions,”, Terry Lim, and the lead actor of “Music Box”, Marcus Choot, will also be joining the prodigious cast.

The entire presentation of “The Butterfly Lovers” is designed in a naturalistic style to provide the audience with the most immersive experience; a large LED 3D-background visuals, realistic sound effects, exquisite antique props and elegant, elegant ancient costumes. During the entire performance, viewers will be able to travel back in time and space to the ancient China and embark on Zhu Yingtai's multi-faceted experiences.

In addition to the beauty of ancient Chinese classics, Chinese cultural elements such as Beijing Opera and Chinese martial arts are also being incorporated into the show to promote and perpetuate the extensive Chinese culture.

Symphony Theatre has also invited American music producer John Lee to create the theme song “Winding”, which chronicles the ancient love between Liang and Zhu, as well as the two interludes “First Sight” and “Promise Me”, which narrate the true feelings of each other.

Let Symphony Theatre embark you on a dreamlike, butterfly-filled journey of love.

🌟 10 Must-See Reasons 🌟

1. This adaptation of “The Butterfly Lovers” is based on historical fact

2. An array of talents from Taiwan, USA, Australia and Malaysia make up this international theatre troupe

3. Renowned artist Jessie Chung takes the stage with more than 34 experienced actors

4. Peking opera and martial arts are incorporated to promote Chinese culture

5. Stage backdrops created using the latest 3D technology for stunning, lifelike environments

6. Hired an American music producer to create the theme song “Winding” and the soundtrack, which includes the songs “First Sight” and “Promise Me”

7. Realistic sound effects and professional soundtrack accompany the play

8. Stage design incorporates exquisite ancient Chinese elements and props

9. A variety of elegant, refined, majestic and authentic period costumes are worn on stage

10. Show your kindness and love by raising funds for cancer patients

星音符剧场于2023年推出史实话剧《祝英台》，广受观众欢迎，成功演出13场，场场爆满，口碑持续发酵。2025年应观众热烈要求再度加演5场，分别于27/12/2025、29/12/2025、31/12/2025、03/01/2026及10/01/2026上演，再次掀起观剧热潮。

《祝英台》话剧的内容致力于追溯史实原貌，剧团也特别为此进行历史文献考察和研究。

此番，星音符阵容集结了台湾、美国、澳洲以及马来西亚的话剧导演，演员、作曲家、填词家、歌手及编剧等众多人才，只为呈现这一段难忘的情谊。

《祝英台》话剧诚意十足，演员阵容庞大，由多达32多位话剧演员一同合作打造。女主角祝英台将由在中港台及澳洲发展的国际歌手与演员锺洁希 饰演。男主角梁山伯则由在美国大学主修戏剧及音乐表演系的美籍导演与演员李安田饰演。《没有泪的天空》的领衔男主角谢哲信，《红楼梦》的领衔林霆坚，《音乐盒》话剧的领衔主演出德文也会重磅加盟。《祝英台》的舞美设计更是着重自然主义风格，为观众呈现最真实的氛围，以LED背景视觉影像，逼真音效，精致古风道具，雅致大气有诚意的古代服装，使台上台下的人犹如时空穿越，一同回到古代情境里，踏上祝英台的坎坷情路。

除了中华古风美以外，《祝英台》也插入中华文化元素，如京剧、中华武术等等，为弘扬光大与延续中华民族的优良传统。

星音符此番也特邀美籍音乐制作人李安生为《祝英台》话剧量身打造主题曲《迂回》，记载梁祝之间的千古情谊，更有两首插曲《遇见》和《答应我》叙述彼此之间的真情心迹。

让星音符带你一同经历如梦如幻，蝴蝶纷飞的动人恋情。

🌟 必看10大重点🌟

1.《祝英台》根据史实改编，还原梁祝史貌

2. 与国际话剧团队合作，阵容集结了中国台湾、美国、澳洲以及马来西亚众多人才

3. 演员阵容多达34人，知名艺人锺洁希与多位资深艺人同台演出

4. 插入京剧、武术等中华文化元素，以弘扬光大中华文化

5. 最新3D科技绝美LED背景视觉影像

6. 星音符特邀美籍音乐制作人为《祝英台》话剧操刀，打造主题曲《迂回》与插曲《遇见》和《答应我》

7. 逼真的音效与专业背景音乐配搭

8. 精致的古风道具布置

10. 为癌症患者筹款贡献一份爱

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