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Review: Stupid Cupid by Patch and Punnet

A space-time continuum busting series of parodies that makes for a successful second outing for this youth theatre group.  Staged in a small, intimate living room space above brand new bookstore-cum-cafe The Moon, Stupid Cupid is a quirky play that feels perfectly designed for a millennial audience. The second production from Patch and Punnet, Stupid Cupid imagines a hapless Cupid (Jit), constantly drunk and unable to fulfil his duties … Continue reading Review: Stupid Cupid by Patch and Punnet

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Arts, Comedy, KC Arts Centre, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre., Theatre, Theatres

Review: Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow 2018

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is always welcome back to Singapore shores year on year. Bringing back the very best of Australia’s up and coming comedians, attending a show guarantees a good night out and more than a couple of laughs along the way. This year’s edition saw five standups take to the stage, as each of them brought their A-game and their keen … Continue reading Review: Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow 2018

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Preview: Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow 2018

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, Australia’s biggest comedy festival, has become somewhat of a mainstay after making its way down here year after year. Returning once again this week after a riotous edition last year, this year’s edition will feature another five of the best laugh out loud comedians from Down Under as they joke, cajole and sketch their way to evoke the biggest … Continue reading Preview: Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow 2018

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Preview: Komedi Raya – An Interview with Mo Sidik

This Hari Raya, get ready as we welcome the first ever Malay standup comedy show in Singapore! Presented by DMR Productions, Indonesian comedian Mo Sidik and Kuala Lumpur based JD Raja Lawak will be in town this June to tickle your funny bone and bring laughter during this celebratory season. The larger than life Mo Sidik is one of Indonesia’s foremost comedians, being the first … Continue reading Preview: Komedi Raya – An Interview with Mo Sidik

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Preview: Treasures of the Fullerton

Did you know that the Fullerton Hotel used to house the former General Post Office? Or that the Lighthouse Rooftop Bar was quite literally a lighthouse in the past? As part of their 90th anniversary celebrations, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore has put together a special Treasures of the Fullerton theatre tour this June, imbuing participants with all these facts and more as they go on a journey through … Continue reading Preview: Treasures of the Fullerton

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Review: Masters of Comedy by Toy Factory

A loving tribute to Chinese comedians and comedy in all its forms.  In our childhood, we recall many nights glassy eyed and glued to the television while wolfing down our dinners. There’s a keen sense of nostalgia associated with the act of watching television, remembered mainly as a family activity and one of the few times we truly get to kick back, relax and just … Continue reading Review: Masters of Comedy by Toy Factory

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Toy Factory’s Masters of Comedy: An Interview with Judee Tan and Sugie Phua

As part of the Singapore Chinese Culture Centre’s Cultural Extravaganza, local theatre company Toy Factory has been specially commissioned to create opening show Masters of Comedy 《天才谐星》, premiering this week! Directed by Goh Boon Teck and written by Johsen Ong, the 90 minute show will be performed in Mandarin, and pay tribute to some of our most iconic local comedians, from Bai Yan all the way to Jack … Continue reading Toy Factory’s Masters of Comedy: An Interview with Judee Tan and Sugie Phua

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Preview: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre Cultural Extravaganza 2018

  Ever since its opening a year ago, the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) has seen a steady stream of programmes and an ever rising number of visitors as its visibility increases month on month. With the arrival of its first anniversary, the SCCC ushers in the second edition of the SCCC Cultural Extravaganza, as they celebrate and showcase the diversity and vibrancy of local … Continue reading Preview: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre Cultural Extravaganza 2018

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Review: Gamarjobat Asia Tour 2018 presented by LOL Events

Irreverent humour and physical comedy makes this Japanese duo’s act easy to swallow and laugh with. Mimetic comedy is becoming an increasingly rare art form in today’s day and age, so it’s always an absolute delight whenever there’s a chance to see it being performed. Last weekend, that came in the form of Japanese duo Gamarjobat, as they stopped over at the Drama Centre as … Continue reading Review: Gamarjobat Asia Tour 2018 presented by LOL Events

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Gamarjobat: An Interview with Masters of Mime Ketch! and HIRO-PON

Japanese comedy duo Ketch! and HIRO-PON will catch your attention from a distance. Clad in their signature suits and sunglasses, and boasting a red and yellow mohawk respectively, the two of them form Gamarjobat, a word that translates to ‘Hello’ in Georgian. First achieving fame at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Gamarjobat specialises in silent comedy and mime, with outrageous acts that transcend age, culture and … Continue reading Gamarjobat: An Interview with Masters of Mime Ketch! and HIRO-PON

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