Theatre and Dance
From Betty of Balmoral Road to Emily of Emerald Hill: A New Look at Stella Kon’s Classic Play
A study of early drafts of Emily of Emerald Hill reveals fascinating choices and paths not taken.
A Well-Choreographed Move: From Singapore Dance Theatre to Singapore Ballet
As the history of the company shows, its new name is less about breaking away from the past as it is about leaping confidently into the future.
Cinema Pioneer Tan Cheng Kee
The Alhambra and Marlborough theatres were famous landmarks in pre-war Singapore. Barbara Quek looks at these cinemas, and the man behind the curtain.
The Thespians of RAF Seletar
The RAF Seletar Theatre Club was a highly regarded amateur drama group in Singapore for more than 20 years. Suriati Sani provides a snapshot of the club’s history.
The Theatres of Bangsawan
In the days before cinema, bangsawan performances entertained the masses. Tan Chui Hua looks at the rise and fall of bangsawan venues in Singapore.