Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Chinese New Year Comedy with Old Master Q at Resorts World Genting

When I was a small little girl, I love to read comic book characters and one of my favourite was Old Master Q which was also fondly known as "Lau Foo Che". He and his friends come to life to usher in the Year of Monkey at Resorts World Genting. Me and my Little Angel were invited to meet him and Mr Big Potato at First World Plaza.

Expect a big dose of nostalgia and lots of laughter and humour meeting the quirky Old Master Q and Mr Big Potato from 9th January and later joined by his friends at the "Chinese New Year Comedy with Master Q" to be held at the resort from 6 February to 29 February.

A newstand staple for more than 50 years, Old Master Q remains highly popular in Hong Kong and among the Chinese diaspora. The comic book character provides valuable insights into Chinese society, culture and technological developments and ensuring Master Q stays current and relevant is Professor Joseph Wong, one of Hong Kong's most influential comic artists.

Old Master Q typically runs into bad luck in life but never loses his humour and wit. He is always joined by the kind-hearted yet humorous Mr Big Potato, the straitlaced Mr Chin and the lovely Ms Chan. There is also Mr Zhao who competes with Old Master Q in courting Ms Chan.

"Despite all the changes, Old Master Q still has the same humour and same cheeky face and attitude. And after all these years, he is still single," Professor Joseph says, adding that the character remains "casual and uncomplicated" and that "the formula hasn't changed in half a century.
Old Master Q and his cool gang will have their live show at the Times Square Stage. The shows will be held from 12pm to 12.30pm, 5.30pm to 6pm and 8pm to 8.30pm from 6th to 29th February. 

Old Master Q, Big Potato, Mr Chin, Ms Chan and Mr Zhao will all feature in the show that is as educational as it is entertaining. Children and adults alike will be reminded about the dos and don'ts of Chinese New Year and other traditional aspects like the colour of fortune for the festival and various lion dance instruments.

Cantopop music by Sam Hui will fill the air with a distinctive 60s-70s feel, the era when Old Master Q first began. Also scheduled to make an appearance is Choy Sun Yeh in all his resplendence and lion dance.

There is also a meet-and-greet session where you can take pictures with Old Master Q and his friends. 
Me and my Eldest Angel at the Meet and Greet Session with Big Potato and Old Master Q


At Hong Kong Old Street Decoration Booth at Universal Walk where Old Master Q limited edition membership card will be available for newly signed up Genting Rewards members. 

Over the Merchandise booth, fans can buy limited edition key chains, special edition ang pow packets, mug, drawstring bag and limited original Master Q comic books. Limited edition Master Q sculptures will also be on display.

If you want to get a badge home for free, just take a photo of Old Master Q at First World Plaza, post it at FB or Instagram and hashtag #resortsworldgenting and #MasterQ. Show your post and redeem it at the Merchandise booth.


Old Master Q always reminds me of my childhood comics that never failed to entertain me when I was in stress or sad with its humour. After so many years, it is indeed a great time for me to be with him again at First World Plaza. Taking lots of photos with him and his friends, mades me feel young again. 

An art exhibition is also currently on till 31st March 2016, featuring the artworks by 25 talented artists from Sweden, Indonesia, Qatar, Japan, Philipines and Malaysia. 

Themed "Everyone Can Paint, Paint from Our Heart", the exhibition is first of its kind held at the world's largest hotel i.e. First World Hotel since it earned the Guinness World Records title last year with its record of 7,351 rooms.

Mr Edward Holloway, Senior Vice President of Hotel Operations said, "The new Tower 3 with its open space and modern interior is the perfect place to showcase works of arts. This exhibition hopes to promote these young artists and at the same time promote art amongst visitors who are staying at the hotel.
Mommy Jane with fellow Blogger friends and Eric, PR of RWG
If you want to know more on the promotions and events going on at Resort World Genting, feel free to log on to their website at http://www.rwgenting.com/ or call them at 03-27181118.

I was really impressed by the arts done by the young children. The talented one-year-old named Zoey Ng is the best embodiment of how "everyone can paint from the heart." The exhibition bring people together with the message of peace, love and harmony. Come and experience everything here at First World Hotel during this Chinese New Year Celebration and bring home some great memories and the meanings of life.

27 comments:

  1. Guess what? I grew up reading Master Q's comic and I love it since then until now.

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  2. Wah, i remember this! So nostalgic. hehe

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    1. Sara, it reminds us that we are still young to be with him :)

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  3. so fun on the day! too bad its on thaipusam day else I can go too.

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  4. I also grew up reading Master Q or lau pu sze... even though most of the time I did not know what they were talking about... LOL

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    1. Miera, me too. The acts itself looks funny already. Ha ha ha...

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  5. Lou Fu Tzi! Look like another fun day out for Mummy Jane and her family in Genting.

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    1. Kelly, indeed it is. Genting is always our favourite place to visit.

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  6. I used to love their comics a lot. It's really nice

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    1. Fish, I love it too when I was young. Times to be young again.

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  7. Awh such fun! I remember reading Master Q's cosmic way back when I was younger and I really loved it :) Good to know that you had an amazing experience Jane dear!

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    1. Pen, it is indeed amazing to remember back those things that we love when we are young.

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  8. Mommy, I like to see you wear in White. Suit you. :)

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    1. Thanks Mandy. I should wear it often when I meet up with you. He he he...

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  9. Master Q. I used to read the comics when I was a kid. Very funny.

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    1. Ellie, me too. Never fail to entertain us with his humour.

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  11. such a classic, used to read his comics all the time!
    Even i cant read chinese but still found it funny :)

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  12. Genting never lacked any fun always filled with activities every season

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    1. Leona, agreed with you, Never fail to entertain us all day long.

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  13. got this invite, but didn't have the time to go up and down the whole day :( ..

    glad to see you really enjoyed yourself Jane!

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    1. Isaac, you should join them on their next invite. Hope you able to enjoy yourself there too.

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  14. very cute mugs there! Did you get one too? Will bring family over this CNY for this.

    http://www.ranechin.com/

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    1. Rane, I didn't buy 1 as house got many mugs zhor. Enjoy your trip with your family ya. Gong Xi Fa Cai in advance.

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