Laughter Is: Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow 2019 (Review)

The latest edition of the annual comedy roadshow brings more laughs to the Singapore crowd.  If there’s one comedy event we can count on to come back every year, it’s almost certainly the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, who’ve made Singapore a mainstay of their tour schedule for years now. Back again at the KC Arts Centre with a brand new set of five up … Continue reading Laughter Is: Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow 2019 (Review)

In London’s West End 2019: Graham Norton, Michelle Visage and Tom Allen to Host West End Bares 2019

LONDON – The Make A Difference Trust is thrilled to announce that a trio of stars are returning to WEST END BARES to co-host the 10th Anniversary performance, West End Bares: Stripped. Graham Norton, Tom Allen and Michelle Visage will together host one spectacular celebratory show at Troxy on Sunday, 13th October at 8.30pm. Says Graham Norton: “I’m thrilled to be back co-hosting West End Bares with Tom and Michelle and I can’t … Continue reading In London’s West End 2019: Graham Norton, Michelle Visage and Tom Allen to Host West End Bares 2019

More Players Lined Up For The Battle of the Reds 2019 This November

In spite of years of rivalry and competition, Liverpool Red John Arne Riise and Manchester Red Ronny Johnsen were nothing short of smiles and banter at the Battle of the Reds pre-match press conference with Singapore Red Aleksandar Duric earlier this afternoon. Organised by Masters Football Asia, the Battle of the Reds will see Liverpool, Manchester and Singapore Reds take on each other in three … Continue reading More Players Lined Up For The Battle of the Reds 2019 This November

The Battle of the Reds 2019 Commences This November with Liverpool, Manchester and Singapore

Masters Football Asia has announced the return of the Battle Of The Reds, featuring age-old rivals Liverpool Reds and Manchester Reds, together with our very own Singapore Reds. Taking place at the National Stadium on 16th November 2019, Saturday, all three differing reds will feature in three round-robin format matches spanning 40 minutes each. While all three teams have been featured in Singapore before over … Continue reading The Battle of the Reds 2019 Commences This November with Liverpool, Manchester and Singapore

Laughter Is: An Interview with Fakkah Fuzz, Becky Lucas and Ben Knight of the Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow 2019

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is back this September with a brand new crew of FIVE hilarious comedians from Australia and the region to tickle your funnybone and leave you chortling. This year’s line-up features a familiar face to locals – Singapore’s very own Fakkah Fuzz, who will be joined by Australian comedian and writer Becky Lucas, the award-winning Aaron Chen; teacher turned comic/musician/actor Ben Knight, and British … Continue reading Laughter Is: An Interview with Fakkah Fuzz, Becky Lucas and Ben Knight of the Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow 2019

In London’s West End 2019: Award-Winning West End Star Kerry Ellis To Perform at West End Bares 2019

LONDON – The Make A Difference Trust is thrilled to announce that award-winning West End star, Kerry Ellis will be performing the finale of West End Bares: Strippedat the climax of the shows 10th Birthday performance at Troxy on Sunday 13th October at 8.30pm. Kerry Will be joined by a host of stars from the stage and screen including Amy Hart from ITV2’s Love Island 2019; Natalie McQueen who is currently starring as ‘Doralee … Continue reading In London’s West End 2019: Award-Winning West End Star Kerry Ellis To Perform at West End Bares 2019

Edinburgh 2019: Paradise Lodge transfers fresh from Edinburgh Fringe to the Tabard Theatre

EDINBURGH – Transferring fresh from its acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Paradise Lodge is the musical comedy based on writer Steve Cooper’s experience of caring for his mother-in-law as she lived with dementia. This show is a relatable and compassionate piece that creates an immediate connection with anyone who has had experience with dementia. Eric and Kylie, a dysfunctional ukulele musical duo called The Doodlebugs, … Continue reading Edinburgh 2019: Paradise Lodge transfers fresh from Edinburgh Fringe to the Tabard Theatre

Edinburgh 2019: Pleasance completes its autumn season with Best of Edinburgh programme

EDINBURGH – Running as part of the already announced exciting autumn season Pleasance now announces their Best of Edinburgh Season with true crime sensations, award nominated shows, original musicals for children and frenzied cabarets. Pleasance’s 2019 Edinburgh programme saw over 560,000 festival goers enjoying 5,534 performances of 277 productions and this Best of Edinburgh season offers London audiences a slice of some of the action. True … Continue reading Edinburgh 2019: Pleasance completes its autumn season with Best of Edinburgh programme

The Mad Chinaman: In Conversation with Dick Lee On His Life, His Music, and His Continued Relevance

Perhaps more than anyone else, Dick Lee is the foremost pioneer and pillar of the Singapore music scene. And of all people, he’s certainly an icon. Best known for composing everyone’s favourite National Day Parade song ‘Home’, Dick has had an illustrious career with over 20 albums to his name. Even now, in his 60s, Dick certainly isn’t resting on his laurels, and is still … Continue reading The Mad Chinaman: In Conversation with Dick Lee On His Life, His Music, and His Continued Relevance

Review: 1984 by The Young Company

The latest batch of Young Company graduates tackles Orwell’s magnum opus. George Orwell’s 1984 is a classic of modern literature, imagining a terrifying dystopian world of surveillance states and totalitarian governments. And come the chaotic state of the world today, more than ever, it feels as if that world is becoming a reality we cannot deny. With this new production by The Young Company’s latest graduating … Continue reading Review: 1984 by The Young Company