Preview: Super Mommy (我的妈妈是ENY?) by Resorts World Sentosa

Having sold out multiple runs when it played in Taiwan, Mandarin musical Super Mommy (我的妈妈是ENY?) makes its international debut this May as Resorts World Sentosa’s first production of the year! As is tradition, Super Mommy will be starring a number of local actors, including former radio deejay Lin You Fa, Queen of Theme Songs Chriz Tong, rising star Benjamin Josiah Tan, and actor Jaspers Lai, who will be playing … Continue reading Preview: Super Mommy (我的妈妈是ENY?) by Resorts World Sentosa

Lanang: An Interview with Hatch Theatrics

This April, Hatch Theatrics will be closing the latest chapter of their lives. The theatre company will be ending their two year residency with the Malay Heritage Centre with their 9th production, and will be presenting Hafidz Rahman’s Lanang. Prior to its premiere, we spoke to artistic director and Lanang director Faizal Abdullah, general manager Nur Khairiyah (Khai) and Lanang playwright Hafidz Rahman about the process leading up to Lanang and where Hatch might … Continue reading Lanang: An Interview with Hatch Theatrics

Thick Beats for Good Girls: An Interview with Creators Pooja Nansi, Jess Bellamy and Huzir Sulaiman

Jess Bellamy and Pooja Nansi have just completed a day of rehearsals at Checkpoint Theatre in Goodman Arts Centre. Their space is marked out in colourful shades of tape, while a visualisation board consisting of rappers from Nicki Minaj to Kanye West is stuck on a wall. Joined by director and dramaturg Huzir Sulaiman, we’re here to get down and find out about Checkpoint Theatre’s … Continue reading Thick Beats for Good Girls: An Interview with Creators Pooja Nansi, Jess Bellamy and Huzir Sulaiman

Review:《有时月光》(Sometime Moon) by Toy Factory

Toy Factory’s stellar first production charts the birth and growth of a clan association over the last hundred years. Hokkien is a language that isn’t often associated with grace or beauty, often relegated to slang used in the army or, as is the case with many dialects, seen as a relic of the past. But in Sometime Moon, Toy Factory makes a strong case for convincing audiences … Continue reading Review:《有时月光》(Sometime Moon) by Toy Factory

Preview: X & Y by RAW Moves

Growing up in Singapore, there’s always been this undeniable source of pressure all around us, whether from parents or peers, to prove yourself worthy by coming out on top and beating out any and all rivals. Now, that sense of ‘kiasu-ism’ has become fashionable itself, as a form of self-evaluation and both drives the endless rat race and act as a means of self-reflection.With a … Continue reading Preview: X & Y by RAW Moves

Review: Adventures in Grimmsneyland by Andsoforth

Think you know your fairytales? Think again, as Andsoforth gives you a riotous twist on some classic characters in their latest immersive theatre/dining experience. Immersive theatre-dining company Andsoforth has a unique formula that works, and it’s only getting better each time. With their latest edition, they’re having audience members hit the books, as they whisk you off to childhood Disney fantasies in Adventures in Grimmsneyland.  But … Continue reading Review: Adventures in Grimmsneyland by Andsoforth

Singing in the Rain: LOPELAB’s Nomadic Art Caravan

Commissioned by The National Arts Council’s regular Arts in Your Neighbourhood programme, this weekend saw art descend upon Ang Mo Kio in the form of LOPELAB’s Nomadic Art Caravan. Taking over the carpark behind Ang Mo Kio Polyclinic, the Nomadic Art Caravan was a gathering of fun art activities to expose the residents of Ang Mo Kio to the wonders of community spirit and a … Continue reading Singing in the Rain: LOPELAB’s Nomadic Art Caravan

Singapore Rugby Union Chooses Headhunter Sport as Official Apparel Partner

With just four weeks to go before the third edition of the HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens launches in Singapore, the Singapore Rugby Union has announced Brunei-based rugby apparel makers Headhunter Sport as their Official Apparel Partner. All national teams representing Singapore will have their full kit sponsored by Headhunter, outfitting not just players but also the referees and coaches, said Jonathan Leow, Co-Chairman Marketing Commission, Singapore … Continue reading Singapore Rugby Union Chooses Headhunter Sport as Official Apparel Partner

Four Horse Road: An Interview with Kuo Jian Hong

Coming hot on the heels of their epic, multi-national production I came at last to the seas at Huayi 2018, The Theatre Practice (TTP) forges onwards with yet another ambitious production for the second show of 2018 with Four Horse Road, an epic work of immersive, experiential theatre charting the past 150 years of history along Waterloo Street. One of the key reasons why the company was interested … Continue reading Four Horse Road: An Interview with Kuo Jian Hong

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