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Arts, Review, Theatre, Wild Rice

★★★★☆ Review: Dreamplay – Asian Boys Vol. 1 by Wild Rice

Flamboyant, unabashed examination of the gay scene in Singapore investigates the origins and evolution of the queer condition over the decades through scenes both campy and poignant. A dildo as a magical compass. Trans women throwing shade and competing in a pageant. Coolies and samsui women vying for the affections of other men while reciting Gloria Gaynor’s ‘I Will Survive’. These are just some of … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Dreamplay – Asian Boys Vol. 1 by Wild Rice

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★★★★★ Review: Tunggu Sekejap – The P. Ramlee Suite by Wild Rice

Lecture-performance by Julian Wong brings P. Ramlee’s story to life, and pays tribute to his passion and musicality in a stirring, emotional suite comprising a carefully-curated set of songs. By now, Julian Wong, one of Singapore’s most outstanding music arrangers and directors, has more than proven his ability to produce powerful tributes to local music icons. And following his show about national anthem composer Zubir … Continue reading ★★★★★ Review: Tunggu Sekejap – The P. Ramlee Suite by Wild Rice

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★★★☆☆ Review: Love & Information by Young & Wild

Patchwork of scenes a scrappy showcase for these young theatremakers. What is love if not a series of chemical reactions sending information to the brain? That’s the question at the heart of Love & Information, as Edith Podesta leads the latest batch of Young & Wild graduates in a brand new production of Caryl Churchill’s experimental work. As with any theatre training programme, the primary … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: Love & Information by Young & Wild

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Preview: Love & Information by Young & Wild

Pandemic be damned, as local theatre giants Wild Rice’s latest batch of Young & Wild youth theatremakers get ready to present their graduation show this September. Directed by Young & Wild mentor and director Edith Podesta, the batch of 15 actors will be performing Love & Information at the Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre at Wild Rice’s home at Funan. Written by esteemed British playwright Caryl … Continue reading Preview: Love & Information by Young & Wild

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