Preview: Once Upon A Like by Sing’theatre
Once Upon A Like is an exciting new musical based on the timeless Cinderella story made for the modern social media generation (and less tech-savvy family members, too!). Fun, current and full of modern references, this musical, proudly presented by Mapletree Investments, will make the whole family look at their social media with a different perspective through the medium of the beloved story of Cinderella … Continue reading Preview: Once Upon A Like by Sing’theatre
The Vault: Past Perfect by Centre 42 returns this October
The Vault: Past Perfect returns, after the success of its first showing at the Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) this May. With two sold-out shows previously, the production puts a spotlight on the invigorating years of the theatre scene in the 90s, where local theatrical works began experimenting with non-conventional approaches to making theatre. On the occasion of watching its first showing, one of … Continue reading The Vault: Past Perfect by Centre 42 returns this October
How Golfing Positively Impacts Your Life and Well-Being
Golf is a sport that has captivated individuals for centuries. Its unique combination of physical activity, mental challenge, and social interaction has made it a favored pastime for people of all ages and backgrounds. However, beyond the game itself, golfing has been shown to have numerous positive effects on an individual’s overall well-being and quality of life. This article will explore ways in detail in … Continue reading How Golfing Positively Impacts Your Life and Well-Being
Brown Joy: An Interview with writer/co-director Sindhura Kalidas and the cast of The Necessary Stage’s ‘Happy Indian Women’
“Happiness is a mood, not a destination,” says Sindhura Kalidas. “That’s a quote from One Tree Hill, and I think about that a lot, and how it’s really just this fleeting emotion that comes and goes, not a constant state of mind.” That’s an important distinction for Sindhura to make, especially considering she’s directing a show called Happy Indian Women this November. Presented by The … Continue reading Brown Joy: An Interview with writer/co-director Sindhura Kalidas and the cast of The Necessary Stage’s ‘Happy Indian Women’
Singapore Writers Festival 2023: An Interview with Pooja Nansi on her final year as Festival Director, diversity and inclusion, and the literary landscape
Over her five year stint as Festival Director, Pooja Nansi has seen through some of the most challenging editions of the Singapore Writers Festival. From coming in as the first female director of the festival, to adapting the festival for an online and hybrid format during the pandemic years, the journey has not been an easy one. But one thing’s for certain – Pooja has … Continue reading Singapore Writers Festival 2023: An Interview with Pooja Nansi on her final year as Festival Director, diversity and inclusion, and the literary landscape
Preview: The Necessary Stage presents showcases for Devising with Actors and Playwrights 2023
To round off the year, The Necessary Stage (TNS) is presenting an exciting lineup of works-in-progress by the latest batch of creatives from its Devising with Actors and Playwrights (DAP) workshops. Led by Resident Playwright and Cultural Medallion recipient Haresh Sharma, Devising with Actors and Playwrights 2023 is part of TNS’ devising platform and sees 20 theatre-makers undergo an intensive training programme over a six-month … Continue reading Preview: The Necessary Stage presents showcases for Devising with Actors and Playwrights 2023
Preview: Into The Woods by Pangdemonium!
For their final production of 2023, local theatre company Pangdemonium is set to present critically-acclaimed musical Into the Woods this October and November. Featuring timeless music and lyrics by the late Stephen Sondheim, and a captivating story by James Lapine, this Tony Award-winning production promises a mesmerising experience where the worlds of beloved fairy tales collide. Directed by Tracie Pang, Into the Woods presents a … Continue reading Preview: Into The Woods by Pangdemonium!
More twists and big reveals at the Singapore Writers Festival 2023 – Plot Twist
The plot thickens for the 26th edition of the Singapore Writers Festival (SWF), organised by Arts House Limited (AHL) and commissioned by the National Arts Council (NAC), with the introduction of more literary powerhouses from all over the world to this year’s line-up. Be prepared for big reveals, unexpected outcomes and surprise endings as SWF opens from 17 to 26 November 2023. Ahead of the … Continue reading More twists and big reveals at the Singapore Writers Festival 2023 – Plot Twist
Review: Artificial Indian by Rishi Budhrani
Microaggressions make for poignant, hard-hitting jokes that reveal the reality of being a racial minority. Why is Rishi Budhrani, a born and bred Singaporean-Indian, considered an ‘artificial Indian’? Is it because he is ‘fair for an Indian’? Because he ended up becoming a ‘joker’ onstage? Confused by these stereotypical assumptions, Rishi embarks on a stand-up comedy journey to figure out exactly how he should identify. … Continue reading Review: Artificial Indian by Rishi Budhrani
Film Fanatic: An Interview with HK Stage-turned-Screen Actor Mak Pui Tung
In town recently for the premiere of his film, the much-anticipated courtroom drama The Sparring Partner, Mak Pui Tung may have become a viral internet meme in Hong Kong, and scored a number of awards for his roles on film and onstage, but as he sits in front of us, the 33-year old actor looks remarkably humble and stoic. “Initially, I didn’t really know what … Continue reading Film Fanatic: An Interview with HK Stage-turned-Screen Actor Mak Pui Tung
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