A Martial Arts Sanctuary Without Flashy Special Effects
Kung Fu Clan —legend has it that it was founded by a master of unparalleled skill. Generations of disciples have honed their unique techniques here, becoming undefeated champions in the martial world. For anyone looking to elevate their martial arts prowess, this is a must-visit destination.
One day, several martial arts enthusiasts came seeking guidance. Among them were: a seasoned stuntman accustomed to being a body double for big stars, a wanderer from the martial world with little else to his name, and a university graduate with a quality education.
In this day and age, is martial arts still pursued solely for fitness?
Their goal was singular: to master martial arts and avoid disappointing their families.
Before they could learn techniques like the “Powerful Vajra Kick,” the “Soul-Crushing Palm,” the “Electric Dragon Drill,” or the “Water-Gliding Light Step,” they underwent a complete transformation.
So, was it the masters’ brilliance or an ultimate secret manual?
Director’s Note
In the martial world, I once heard a very cool phrase: “My name is… If you want to know who I am, go ask your master!”
Since then, I’ve wanted to make a name for myself in this world.
It’s said that anyone who ventures out into the world will apprentice under a master, learning at least a trick or two to avoid being overwhelmed by experts. I see myself as good material—just in need of guidance from skilled mentors. With their wisdom, my dedication, and time, I’m confident I’ll accomplish something and earn recognition.
However, the path of learning is no easy journey. Before even beginning, I’d ask, “Master, where are you?” Then, during my training, I’d ask, “Master, what will you teach me?” Again, “Master, how will you teach me?” Repeatedly, “Master, do you have any ultimate techniques?” “Master, who was your master?”
I hope my masters won’t blame me for not showing enough reverence—I only wanted to learn properly and avoid going astray, like some senior apprentices. But each lesson from my masters has left a mark on me, enriching me for life. That’s because they are all from Kung Fu Clan.
One day, if I make a name for myself and someone comes seeking my guidance, I’ll gladly answer these same questions to repay the kindness of my masters’ teachings.
With utmost gratitude to all my masters, who taught this young aspirant what it means to encounter realms beyond realms and people beyond people:
Mother, Father, Brother, Wesley, Akira Kurosawa, The Beatles, Wai Wai Wai, Mr. Ho, Tai Chi, Philip Fok, Shu Wing, my performing arts teachers, Haruki Murakami, Mr. Ko, Mok, Dan, Aaron, Sammy and Kitty, Yon, Wing Chun, Little Brother, Mr. Colin, Mime, Grandmother, Ah Jim, Miss Lo, Candy, and the Lord Jesus…
Indy Lee
Production of Chung Ying Theatre
International Arts Carnival 2004
6-8 August 2004 / Sha Tin Town Hall Cultural Activities Hall, Hong Kong / 13-15 August 2004 / Hong Kong Cultural Centre Studio Theatre
Playwright: Elton Lau / Director: Indy Lee
一個無「威也」，無替身，無剪接，無電腦特技的武林勝地。
架勢堂 — 相傳由一位架勢高人創立，歷代門徒個個身懷絕技，打遍天下無敵手，是每個想提昇武藝之人的必到聖地。
一日，幾個武痴慕名拜師學藝，有做慣大牌明星替身的龍虎武師，有在江湖打滾的儍小子，有受優質教育的大學學士…… 今時今日，仲係唔係為咗強身健體先至去學武？
其實佢哋個個目標一致，都係想 — 學得一身好武藝，唔想衰比屋企睇。
不過，他們連什麼「大力金剛腿」、「黯然銷魂掌」、「電光毒龍鑽」或「輕功水上飄」還未學成，就脫胎換骨。
究竟係師傅了得，還是有絕世祕笈？
登上架勢堂之前，請記住「達」無前後，「學」者為先！
導演的話
在江湖中，我曾聽過一句很酷的話：「我叫……，你想知道我是誰，回去問問你的師父吧！」
自此我便希望在這江湖中闖出名堂。
聽說每個出來闖的人也會拜師學藝，至少學曉一招半式傍身，免得遇到高手時弄得焦頭爛額。
自問也算是一塊好材料，只要求得高人指點，加上後天努力，假以時日，必有一番作為，賺得一點名聲。
但是學藝生涯不易過，未學之先，我會問：「師父，你在那裹?」，在學時我又問「師父，你會教什麼?」、再問「師父，你會怎樣教我?」、再三問：「師父，你有沒有絕招?」、「師父，你的師父是誰?」……..
希望師父們不要責怪我夠尊師重道，因為我怕自己學得其法，步其他師兄後塵，走火入魔。但師父們所教授的也在我身上留有痕跡，叫我終身受用，因為你們都是─架勢堂。
有朝一日，當我闖出名堂，若有人登門求教，我必會好好回答以上問題，以報答師父們教導之恩。
謹此多謝一眾師父，叫我在這江湖打滚的小子知道什麼是天外有天，人上有人。
媽媽、爸爸、大哥、衛斯理、黑澤明、The Beatles、圍威喂、何生、太極拳、霍達昭、樹榮、演藝老師、村上春樹、高先生、Mok、Dan、Aaron老師、森小、亞妹、詠春拳、細佬、Mr. Colin、Mime、婆婆、亞Jim、Miss Lo、蜆、主耶穌……
中英劇團製作 國際綜藝合家歡 2004
6-8 August 2004 / 沙田大會堂 文娛廳 香港 / 13-15 August 2004 / 香港文化中心 劇場
編劇﹕劉浩翔 / 導演﹕李俊亮
INDY LEE 李俊亮 