Long-time audience member and performing arts enthusiast, Lawrence has been supporting the Hong Kong Arts Festival for many years. He recalls a memorable performance of the Bolshoi Theatre’s five-hour production of Mussorgsky's epic opera Boris Godunov at the 30th HKAF in 2002, which included a free packaged Russian dinner during intermissions.

“Since 2001, I’ve been wintering in Hong Kong for the sole purpose of feasting on the wonderful programmes by the Hong Kong Arts Festival.”