Derek has loved performing since he was small.

Graduated from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technologies, Derek used to be working in an office for two years. Knowing that dancing and singing had been his biggest interests, eventually Derek quited his job and pursued his dream. Studying was one of the ways to change, so he went to an audition at the Hong Kong Academy of Performing Art and finally got a seat in Musical Theater Dance.

After graduation, he got chance to perform in some Broadway musicals in Hong Kong like Pippin, Annie, Oliver and so on. He also participated in MVs/commercials for singers like Jacky Cheung, Arron Kwok, etc. At the same time, he has been a Jazz/Jazz Funk dance instructor in different studios and schools like Studiodanz, CCDC, Jean M.Wong School of Ballet and HKUST.

All these years Derek is in love with various kinds of dance styles. He has learnt Hip Hop, Jazz, Jazz Funk , modern dance, contemporary, tap dance, ballet as well as singing and acting for years both inside HKAPA and at different local and international studios.

In 2008, he set up a dance group, Dance Unique, with his friends Jen and Shan to further promote dance to the community. They believe dance is not just about steps, but it’s love, it’s passion and it can make the world a better place. They hope to bring this message through their group’s functions.

In 2012, Derek flied four times to Beijing to study a Germany Dance Movement therapy program which further broadened his dance vision and enriched his elements in his dance world. His regular dance trip to New York City also enhanced his enthusiasm in dance.


Enjoying every single moment and following his heart, Derek always keeps bearing these in mind. "I am blessed I am able to not just move, but dance every day!".