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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Esplanade Cooks Up a Feast for your Soul at Huayi 2018!
Chef’s new creations:
Commissioned works by The Theatre Practice, T.H.E Dance Company x Nine Years
Theatre, and Emergency Stairs
International selection:
Latest works by Edward Lam Dance Theatre, Shakespeare’s Wild Sisters Group,
Crowd Lu, and Ju Percussion Group
Traditional treats with a twist:
Concerts by Singapore Chinese Orchestra and Guo Yazhi
Desserts & Tipple:
in::music presents Miss Ko, Matzka, Xiao Qiu
Family & kid-friendly choices:
Child’s Play – The Story of Redhill and various parent-child workshops
All-you-can-eat buffet spread:
Over 100 free performances and activities throughout the 10-day festival
SINGAPORE, 9 November 2017 – Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay is cooking up a
sumptuous feast for its 16th edition of Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts, which will be held from
the eighth day of the Lunar New Year on 23 February till 4 March 2018. The annual festival
will feature a delectable line-up of theatre, dance, and music programmes by outstanding
Chinese artists from Singapore and beyond, for all to enjoy during the festive period.
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Said Delvin Lee, Producer, The Esplanade Co Ltd, “Man needs food and water for physical
sustenance, but of equal importance is sustenance for the soul and the spirit through arts and
culture. The arts can inspire and empower us all, and also bring positivity and cheer to start
the new year on a high. This year’s Huayi features a diverse and very exciting programme
line-up headlined by three new creations by Singapore artists—the festival’s first-ever
commissioned work staged at our 2,000-seat Theatre; a site-specific theatrical experience
staged at Esplanade’s basement carpark which has never been used as a performance space,
and an inter-disciplinary work by two stalwarts of the Singapore arts scene collaborating
together for the first time.
“Adding to the mix is a co-commission that features a Singapore actor working with his regional
counterparts; overseas artists introducing their youthful dynamism to audiences here, as well
as returning artists who will be presenting their refreshing takes on the arts! All of us at the
Durian are looking forward to whipping up an unconventional ‘dining’ experience and
celebrating the Lunar New Year with you and your family and friends at Huayi, where the
courses not only provide sustenance, but are also lip-smackingly delicious!”
Chef’s New Creations
Over the past 15 years, Esplanade, fondly dubbed the Durian, has commissioned and
presented numerous fruits of labour by Singapore and Asian artists, particularly in
contemporary dance and theatre, and Huayi has always been a platform for Singapore
theatre companies to produce and create interesting new works. With its new 550-seat
waterfront theatre to be built by 2021, Esplanade has also been stepping up on its efforts
to support the development and creation of more made-in-Singapore works, as well as to
seed collaborations between Singapore and regional artists.
For the first time in Huayi, Esplanade is commissioning a Singapore arts group to produce
a new work at the 2,000-seat Theatre. I came at last to the seas by The Theatre Practice
is directed by Kuo Jian Hong and features artists of different disciplines, diverse
backgrounds, and distinct personalities. These include Joanna Dong and Sugie Phua from
Singapore; Rosa Velasco, Fung Wai Hung and Jason Wang Wei from Hong Kong, and
Ethan Wei from Taiwan, as well as Kun Opera actor Zhao Yu Tao from China, and drummer
Huang Yu-Ting from U-Theatre Taiwan.
Esplanade is also commissioning T.H.E Dance Company x Nine Years Theatre to co-
produce an inter-disciplinary work entitled Cut Kafka!, marking their first collaboration.
Young Artist Award recipient, Liu Xiaoyi returns to Huayi this year with his newly formed
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theatre company, Emergency Stairs to produce a site-specific work Einstein in the
Carpark, to be held at the Esplanade Basement 2 Carpark. This work is commissioned by
Esplanade and features acclaimed Kun Opera actor Zhang Jun (China) and Singapore actor
George Chan.
International Selection
Audiences in Singapore can always count on Huayi for their annual dosage of quality arts
programmes performed by top-notch Chinese artists and celebrities from around the region.
After a three-year absence, Edward Lam Dance Theatre (Hong Kong/Taiwan) brings to
Huayi, their latest work Why We Chat?, starring Golden Horse Award winner Sylvia Chang
and popular Taiwanese actor David Wang. Returning to Singapore after seven years,
Taiwanese indie-pop singer-songwriter Crowd Lu will present a one-night-only concert,
Crowd Lu 2018 Spring World Tour at the Esplanade Concert Hall, featuring hits and
popular songs from his entire discography.
Performing in Singapore for the first time is Shakespeare’s Wild Sisters Group (Taiwan)
that will be presenting a condensed history of England’s War of the Roses into a remixed
two-hour adrenaline-filled and entertaining theatrical production of Shakespeare’s plays
titled Blood and Rose Ensemble. Co-commissioned by Esplanade and The National
Theatre & Concert Hall (Taiwan), this production is directed by award-winning Taiwanese
director Wang Chia-Ming and features nine top Taiwanese actors as well as Singapore’s
very own Oliver Chong.
Taiwan’s famed percussion ensemble Ju Percussion Group will also make their debut at
Esplanade with their innovative and energetic blend of Eastern and Western percussive
instruments in Feel the Beats! – Ju Percussion Live in Concert.
Traditional Treats with a Twist
For Chinese classical music lovers, the Singapore Chinese Orchestra will be presenting
Songs of Liu Sanjie – A Musical Film in Concert, which will be led by Music Director
Tsung Yeh and directed by theatre veteran Goh Boon Teck. The concert features renowned
Chinese soprano Wang Qing Shuang together with other award-winning vocalists from
China and Singapore as well as a 40-member Vocal Associates Festival Chorus, reenacting
classic songs and scenes from the film.
Widely known as the best suona (Chinese double-reed wind instrument) player in Asia,
former Principal Suona from Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra Guo Yazhi (Hong Kong), will
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perform with his fellow musicians from Berklee Music College, USA in The Dragon’s Song
– An East-West Fusion Concert. Guo will also be showcasing his virtuosity on a variety of
Chinese woodwind instruments apart from playing the suona.
Desserts & Tipple
Since 2008, the in::music series presented within the festival has been introducing to
audiences in Singapore, some of the most inspiring Chinese singer-songwriters and bands
performing their original compositions. In Huayi 2018, the young and the young at heart can
come up-close-and-personal with three talented singer-songwriters from Taiwan—Queen
of Mandarin hip hop, Miss Ko; reggae icon Matzka, and former member of the popular indie
music duo katncandix2, Xiao Qiu— in a livehouse setting as they perform their best at the
Esplanade Annexe Studio.
Family & Kid-friendly Choices
After their successful debut in Huayi 2017, Singaporean theatre practitioner Danny Yeo and
3 Pumpkins Projects will be bringing back their children-only, immersive theatrical
experience (workshop and theatre), Child’s Play – The Story of Redhill, where little ones
can learn about Chinese culture, participate in craft activity and interactive storytelling
performance. In addition, there will also be several Parent-Child Workshops (Paper-
tronics | Drumming Beats! | Paediatric Massage Healthcare 101) where adults and children
can bond together while picking up a skill or two.
All-you-can-eat Buffet Spread
Complementing the ticketed programmes of the festival is a slew of over 100 free
performances and activities presented throughout the 10-day festival from 23 February to 4
March 2018. From Chinese dance to instrumental concerts, clown and puppetry
performances to evergreen hits, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
Engaging the Community through the Arts
In conjunction with Huayi 2018, Esplanade will be inviting about 200 children, elderly and
special needs individuals from various voluntary welfare organisations (VWOs) to learn more
about Chinese drums through 10 drumming workshop sessions. Conducted in December
2017 by Singapore’s ZingO Festival Drum Group, participants will gain a better
understanding and appreciation of this Chinese artform and also get to drum together as a
group. Some of the workshop participants will also be invited to Esplanade to catch
performances during the festival.
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Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2018 is made possible with the generous support from
Supporting Sponsors Berries 百 力 果 , Bowen Enterprises (Pte) Ltd, Hong Leong
Foundation and Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple.
Tickets for Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2018 can be purchased at Esplanade’s Box Office
at the Mezzanine level (Tel: +65 6828 8389), and all SISTIC outlets, as well as SISTIC Hotline
(Tel: +65 6348 5555) and www.esplanade.com/huayi. Please refer to the Annex for full festival
line-up and details. More information on the festival may also be found at
www.esplanade.com/huayi and www.facebook.com/huayifestival.
Esplanade&Me Special Ticket Prices for Huayi 2018
Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay’s Esplanade&Me cardholders will get to enjoy special ticket
prices for various performances at Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts. Black and White
Cardholders enjoy up to 15% and 10% savings respectively. In addition, simply spend $188
and above on Huayi programmes and receive a limited edition Huayi merchandise.
Launched on 1 July 2015, Esplanade&Me is a platform for Esplanade to build stronger
community ties with its fans and supporters. Beyond the savings that cardholders can enjoy
across Esplanade’s festivals and programmes all year round, Esplanade&Me is also an
opportunity for arts lovers to get closer to the arts and be more involved through various
behind-the-scenes activities. Sign up for Esplanade&Me now! For more information, please
visit www.esplanade.com/e-and-me. Terms and conditions apply.
Last updated: 19 January 2018
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About Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
Esplanade is Singapore’s national performing arts centre. Its year-round line-up of about 3,000
performances presented by Esplanade, its collaboration partners and hirers include a diverse
calendar of ticketed and non-ticketed programmes featuring dance, music, theatre, visual arts
and more, making the arts accessible for everyone. The centre works in close partnership with
local, regional and international artists to develop artistic capabilities and content, push artistic
boundaries and engage audiences. It also develops technical capabilities for the industry
nationally.
This architectural icon, with its distinctive twin shells, houses world-class performance spaces
complemented by a comprehensive range of professional support services. Its two main
venues are the 1,600-seat Concert Hall and a Theatre with a capacity of 2,000.
Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay is operated by The Esplanade Co Ltd (TECL), which is a
not-for-profit organisation, a registered Charity and an Institution of a Public Character. The
Charity Council awarded TECL the Special Commendation Award – Clarity of Strategy in
2016, and the Charity Transparency Award in 2016 and 2017.
In October 2017, Esplanade launched #mydurian—a year-long celebration for its 15th
anniversary—comprising programmes and activities that bring together people and stories
that have helped shape the iconic arts centre fondly dubbed the Durian.
Visit www.esplanade.com for more information.
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Issued by The Esplanade Co Ltd.
For more information, please contact:
See Ling Ling
Head, Communications
The Esplanade Co Ltd
Tel: 6828 8334
Email: slingling@esplanade.com
Jackie Wong
Arts Marketing Strategist
The Esplanade Co Ltd
Tel: 6828 8343
Email: wjackie@esplanade.com
Chua Bee Ping
Arts Marketing Strategist
The Esplanade Co Ltd
Tel: 6828 8278
Email: cbeeping@esplanade.com
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Annex
Esplanade Presents
HUAYI – CHINESE FESTIVAL OF ARTS
23 February – 4 March 2018
www.esplanade.com/huayi
TICKETED PROGRAMMES
I came at last to the seas
The Theatre Practice (Singapore)
(An Esplanade Commission)
Six roots of sensation
Man on the move
An infinite journey
Transgressing time and space
Offering perspectives from the past, present and future
A blind man journeying from his hometown; a student who can communicate with machines;
a young boy meeting a middle-aged Le Petit Prince; a woman desperate to replace a particular
body part; a conductor returning home with his grandfather’s ashes; and a robotics engineer
attempting to build a robot which understands Chinese sentiment.
Six individuals in various stages of migration cross-paths, reflecting the multiple identities of
the Chinese diaspora. Six stories reflect one journey, woven together as a meditation on the
impact of displacement and the six roots of sensation in Buddhist philosophy.
I came at last to the seas is an Esplanade commission directed by Kuo Jian Hong, written by
Wu Xi, starring talented actors Joanna Dong and Sugie Phua from Singapore, Rosa Maria
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Velasco from Hong Kong and Ethan Wei from Taiwan, Fung Wai Hang and Wang Wei (both
with the support of Hong Kong Repertory Theatre), as well as Kun Opera actor Zhao Yu Tao
(with the support of Jiangsu Performing Arts Group, Kun Opera Theatre) and drummer Huang
Yu-Ting (with the support of U-Theatre).
(Approximately 1hr 45mins, no intermission)
Performed in Mandarin with English surtitles.
There will be a post-performance talk for the performance on 24 Feb.
23 & 24 Feb 2018, Fri & Sat, 8pm
Esplanade Theatre
Ticket Price: $38*, $58**, $88^, $118^
Concessions for students, NSFs and senior citizens: $27*, $41**
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Why We Chat?
Edward Lam Dance Theatre (Hong Kong/Taiwan)
A theatrical presentation on modern relationships and ghost stories, inspired by the classical
Chinese literary collection Liaozhai Zhiyi (Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio).
A wise man once said, “True love is like ghosts—you hear of them a lot, but few are those
who actually come across one”.
A writer, Mr Pu, wanted to be a bestselling author but could never achieve his aspiration. As
things did not turn out as he planned, he couldn’t help but move along with the flow and started
earning a living by developing an app named “Zhailiao”, in which he invented various types of
beautiful women that lonely single souls could chat with.
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However, he gradually became obsessed with one of his creations, Ms Hu (“Ms Fox”), who
seemed to know him better than he himself did. Over time, with Ms Hu’s omnipresence, Mr
Pu began to suspect whether she really existed. The roles changed along with their identities
and the story gradually unraveled Ms Hu’s mystery.
Whatever happened between this man and this woman, be it love or hate, it all happened in
a busy hotel named “Liaozhai”.
Ten years ago, award-winning director and actress Sylvia Chang first met popular actor David
Wang in the play Design for Living. In Why We Chat?, they meet again. But this time, what
are they? Restless humans, grieving ghosts or shape-shifting fox sprits?
Directed by award-winning director Edward Lam and written by the highly sought-after
playwright-actress Wong Wing Sze, Why We Chat? is a lyrical and romantic discourse that
lets us gaze deep into ourselves, and into each other, to see how human we truly are.
“These days, we have so many ways of communicating with each other, but have people
become afraid of engaging in real conversations? We float through the day, and come alive
only at night. We take what we want from each other, but we resist giving ourselves to others.
We constantly battle our emotional needs with the physical realities of everyday life. Are we
becoming less human and more like ghosts? What if the fox spirit truly exists, a being who
can see our innermost wants and desires and is able to hold all these up to the light?”
- Edward Lam
(Approximately 3hrs, including 20min intermission)
Performed in Mandarin with English surtitles.
Advisory: This performance contains some coarse language and mature content.
Recommended for audiences aged 16 years and above. No admission for ages 12 and below.
1–4 Mar 2018, Thu–Sun
Thu–Sat, 7.30pm
Sun, 2.30pm
Esplanade Theatre
Ticket Price: $38*, $68**, $98^, $128^
Concessions for students, NSFs and senior citizens: $27*, $48**
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Crowd Lu 2018 Spring World Tour
(Taiwan)
“Crowd Lu is just like his songs, a magnification of the humorous side of life.”
– Lianhe Zaobao
“There is an innocence about [Crowd Lu] that is genuine and touching.”
– The Straits Times
OH YEAH!!! Taiwanese indie pop favourite Crowd Lu returns to Singapore after seven years!
At times optimistic and quirky, other times thoughtful and life-affirming, Crowd’s songs are
born out of the simple and good things in life, and his concerts are filled with hope and
celebrations of life’s fleeting beauty.
Since bursting onto the music scene, Crowd has released five albums, eight singles, and four
concerts at the Taipei Arena, and he recently set a record for selling out his Taipei Spring
World Tour concert in 28 seconds! Crowd has also won the Golden Melody Awards for Best
New Artist and Best Composer, and is regarded as an influential music genius with an ardent
following.
This time around, fresh from recent successful concerts in Taiwan and Japan, he presents
hits and popular songs from his entire discography. Get onboard for an exhilarating evening
with Crowd at the Esplanade Concert Hall!
(Approximately 1hr 30mins, no intermission)
Performed in Mandarin.
About Crowd Lu
In his first year in Tamkang University in Taipei, Crowd Lu picked up the guitar while recovering
in hospital from a bus accident, and discovered his talent for songwriting and singing. The
following year, he won first prize for music composition and solo performance at his university,
and took the gold in composition at the National Chengchi University. His talent caught the
attention of prominent record producer Tiger Chung, who took him on to produce three singles.
In the decade since, Crowd has soared to greater heights, winning Golden Melody Awards
and releasing five albums and several singles along the way.
23 Feb 2018, Fri, 7.30pm
Esplanade Concert Hall
Page 10 of 41Ticket Price: $58* (sold out), $78**, $108^, $128^ (sold out), $148^, $188 (VIP#, sold
out)
Concessions for students, NSFs and senior citizens (limited): $45* (sold out), $65**
#
VIP ticket holders are entitled to an exclusive meet & greet and photo-taking opportunity with
Crowd Lu after the concert.
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Feel the Beats!
Ju Percussion Live in Concert
Ju Percussion Group (Taiwan)
“The Ju Percussion group… Has eager, active and highly competent performers.” – The New
York Times
“Not only was the performance uniquely presented, but the running and training of the Ju
Percussion Group demonstrated professionalism.”
– All Music Magazine, Taiwan
Taiwan’s famed percussion ensemble makes their explosive debut at Esplanade, presenting
an evening of powerful percussion, thrilling choreography and stunning virtuosity. This
pulsating concert features specially commissioned works for percussive instruments by
Taiwanese and French composers, bound to captivate music lovers.
Well-known around the world for their innovative blend of East and West, traditional and
contemporary, Ju Percussion Group is a theatrical music percussion group consisting of
members who possess masterful virtuosity in playing Western percussion instruments as well
as Chinese gong drum music, and other forms of Asian traditional music. The group has
wowed audiences across the world with their dynamic musicality and showmanship at more
than 3,000 performances in 31 countries to date, in venues such as the Barbican in London
and the Wiener Konzerthaus in Vienna.
Page 11 of 41Ju Tzong-Ching, founder and artistic director of the group, has played a significant role in
enhancing the wide interest in percussion music in Taiwan in the last two decades. In 1992,
he established the Ju Percussion Music School, the domestically developed educational
system and the fastest channel to promote the percussive arts in Taiwan.
(Approximately 1hr 40mins, including 20min intermission)
24 Feb 2018, Sat, 7.30pm
Esplanade Concert Hall
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Songs of Liu Sanjie – A Musical Film in Concert
Singapore Chinese Orchestra (Singapore/China)
(An Esplanade Co-production)
Music Director: Tsung Yeh
Director: Goh Boon Teck
Composer: Law Wai Lun
Experience the allure and exuberance of iconic Chinese folk songs from the famous musical
film Liu Sanjie in this special concert by the Singapore Chinese Orchestra. Even after half a
century, several of the songs from the film are still remembered and recognised by many
today.
Songs of Liu Sanjie – A Musical Film in Concert is led by Cultural Medallion recipient and
Music Director Tsung Yeh and directed by Goh Boon Teck, with music adaptation by Cultural
Medallion recipient and the orchestra’s former Composer-in-residence Law Wai Lun. The
evening features renowned Chinese soprano Wang Qing Shuang who portrays the main
Page 12 of 41character Liu Sanjie, together with other vocalists from China and Singapore including
Jonathan Charles Tay (as Ah Niu), William Lim (as Old Fisherman), Peng Siran (as Zhou Mei)
and Alvin Chiam (as Mo Huai Ren), reenacting classic songs and scenes from the film, with
the 40-member Vocal Associates Festival Chorus.
A love story set amongst a conflict between rich and poor, the groundbreaking 1961 musical
film popularised Chinese folk songs through the Chinese diaspora, relating the story of a
legendary folk singer from the Zhuang minority people in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous
Region, set against the region’s scenic beauty.
About Liu Sanjie
Liu Sanjie is an iconic Chinese musical film that tells the story of Third Sister Liu, a legendary
folk singer.
Released to much acclaim in 1961, the film is a touching love story that also depicts the conflict
between the wealthy and the poor. But what made the film unique was its music. The songs
in the film, known as "Songs of the Hills", were sung on hilly terrain and open spaces by
farmers and shepherds as they work. Singers would often engage in singing duels where they
would pit their wits against each other using riddles and word play.
(Approximately 1hr 50mins, including 20min intermission)
Performed in Mandarin with English and Chinese surtitles.
Co-produced by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay and Singapore Chinese Orchestra
3 Mar 2018, Sat, 8pm
Esplanade Concert Hall
Ticketed Price: $38*, $58**, $88^
Concessions for students, NSFs and senior citizens: $27*, $41**
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Page 13 of 41The Dragon’s Song
An East-West Fusion Concert
Guo Yazhi & Berklee MicroJam (Hong Kong/USA)
“[Guo Yazhi]’s melodious tremolo is highly expressive.”
– The Washington Post
A master of suona, together with established Western musicians, in a dazzling East-meets-
West concert.
Guo Yazhi, widely regarded as the best suona player in Asia, presents an exquisite evening
of music with his fellow Berklee College of Music composer-musicians David Fiuczynski
(guitar), Utar Artun (piano), Petar Krstajic (bass) and Jarrell Campbell (drums). The concert
features original compositions and re-arrangements of popular favourites such as The
Dragon’s Song, Beijing Blues, Dance of the Golden Snake, and Turkish Delights, showcasing
their instrumental mastery, with Guo also featuring on other traditional Chinese wind
instruments.
Multi-instrumentalist Guo specialises in woodwinds and is also a music innovator. He
graduated with distinction from the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, and has won
many international awards including the Grand Prize at New York's International Pro Musicis
Award (1998), and the Hong Kong Award for Best Artist (2012). He has performed with many
orchestras around the world including Orchestra de la Suisse Switzerland, South Korea
Daejeon Philharmonic Orchestra, Belgium's Flanders Symphony Orchestra, Malaysia
Chinese Orchestra, Singapore Chinese Orchestra, and National Chinese Orchestra of
Taiwan.
(Approximately 1hr 15mins, no intermission)
There will be a post-performance autograph session.
24 & 25 Feb 2018, Sat & Sun, 5pm
Esplanade Recital Studio
Ticket Price: $35^
Concessions for students, NSFs and senior citizens: $20
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in::music – Miss Ko: Here Comes the Queen
(Taiwan)
“Queen of Queens finds Miss Ko in fine form and ready to reclaim her throne.”
– The Straits Times
All hail the queen! Widely regarded as the queen of Mandarin hip hop, Miss Ko makes her
Singapore debut at Huayi! Bask in the unabashed, fun vibes and groove to the highly infectious
energy of her music in this livehouse experience.
Growing up in Queens, New York, the Taiwanese-American Miss Ko was exposed to hip hop
music and culture at a very young age. Miss Ko released her critically acclaimed debut album
Knock Out in 2012, taking the Taiwanese public by storm, and in the same year won Best
New Artist at the Golden Melody Awards, considered to be the Grammys of Taiwan.
Known for her ability to rap fluently in English and Mandarin, she has performed at music
festivals such as the CMJ Music Marathon, Glastonbury and at SXSW, and has collaborated
with music bigwigs such as MC HotDog, Khalil Fong and A-Mei. She recently released her
latest album Queen of Queens in 2016, and became the first-ever hip hop artist to be
nominated for Best Female Artist at the Golden Melody Awards the following year. Miss Ko
has created a sound and a signature style that is entirely her own, and is now recognised as
a modern trailblazer for women.
(Approximately 1hr, no intermission)
Performed in Mandarin. Standing room only.
2 Mar 2018, Fri, 8pm
Esplanade Annexe Studio
Ticket Price: $30^
Concessions for students, NSFs and senior citizens: $20
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in::music – Matzka: Round 2
(Taiwan)
Wildly infectious and energetically free-spirited, Taiwanese reggae icon Matzka makes his
Singapore debut at Huayi!
Strongly influenced by the Taiwanese aboriginal music and language, and melded with
elements of reggae, hip hop, jazz, folk, rock, and heavy metal, his songs often give voice to
socio-political issues in his trademark tongue-in-cheek style.
Matzka made his breakthrough with his band MATZKA when he won the Taiwan Composition
and Songwriting Contest in 2008, quickly going on to gain popularity through word-of-mouth.
They opened for Guns ‘n Roses in Taiwan, and went on to be named Best Band at the Golden
Melody Awards in 2011 and at the Chinese Media Awards in 2013. Since going solo, Matzka
has been nominated for Best Male Singer at the Golden Melody Awards in 2016, and has
brought his music overseas to festivals in Shanghai, SXSW in the US and Glastonbury Festival
in the UK.
(Approximately 1hr, no intermission)
Performed in Mandarin. Standing room only.
3 Mar 2018, Sat, 8pm
Esplanade Annexe Studio
Ticket Price: $30^
Concessions for students, NSFs and senior citizens: $20
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Page 16 of 41in::music – Xiao Qiu: Missing You
(Taiwan)
Taiwanese singer Xiao Qiu first captivated fans in Singapore as one-half of popular indie music
duo katncandix2, with hit songs such as Goodbye Prince, Circus Convention and 2375. Now,
she returns as a solo artist ready to charm us all over again!
Since katncandix2 went on hiatus in 2013, Xiao Qiu has been blazing new trails as a solo
artist with several sold-out gigs under her belt, as well as winning over new fans as a stage
and film actress in the musical Merry Christmas and the acclaimed musical film 52Hz, I Love
You. Through this progress, she used her music to document the chapters of her journey,
resulting in three EPs, and her long-awaited debut album in 2017, The Life of Stars.
With her characteristically winsome voice, together with emotive, catchy music, Xiao Qiu
makes her way to Singapore again to bid us, as her album’s first song goes, Long Time No
See.
(Approximately 1hr, no intermission)
Performed in Mandarin. Standing room only.
4 Mar 2018, Sun, 5pm
Esplanade Annexe Studio
Ticket Price: $30^
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Page 17 of 41Blood & Rose Ensemble
Shakespeare’s Wild Sisters Group (Taiwan/Singapore)
(An Esplanade Co-commission)
Blood & Rose Ensemble takes on Shakespeare’s “Wars of the Roses” history plays, putting a
fresh, satirical and highly entertaining spin on the question of how history gets made. Between
the beauty and violence of roses and bloodshed, how is history written and re-written? How
are these histories told, and who gets to tell them?
In this brilliantly-inventive staging, prodigious Taiwanese director Wang Chia-Ming plays the
invisible DJ, spinning in the arena of history, as he boldly remixes cuts, characters, and
conflicts of Shakespeare’s Henry VI and Richard III, whilst jockeying the talented ensemble of
actors in a madcap two-hour journey. The actors toggle multiple roles—playing various
characters and performing their own music live—and cross-fade seamlessly between
improvisation and performance, as they hurtle us through the voices and interwoven (hi)stories
of Henry VI and Richard III, only to find that the enduring truth of our time is the illusiveness
of truth itself.
A co-commission by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay and The National Theater & Concert
Hall, Blood & Rose Ensemble features Singapore theatre actor Oliver Chong, alongside nine
illustrious Taiwanese theatre actors, in a performance that is as disquieting a requiem to the
blood and beauty of the historic Wars, as it is a striking indictment of truth in our post-truth
times.
(Approximately 2hrs, no intermission)
Performed in Mandarin and some Chinese dialects, with English and Chinese surtitles.
There will be a post-performance talk for the performances on 24 Feb, 8pm and 25 Feb, 3pm.
23–25 Feb 2018, Fri–Sun
Fri–Sun, 8pm
Sat & Sun, 3pm
Esplanade Theatre Studio
Ticket Price: $38^
Concessions for students, NSFs and senior citizens: $20
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Cut Kafka!
T.H.E Dance Company x Nine Years Theatre (Singapore)
(An Esplanade Commission)
“The tremendous world I have inside my head. But how [to] free myself and free it without
being torn to pieces. And a thousand times [I’d] rather be torn to pieces than rather it in me or
bury it…” – Franz Kafka, Diaries of Franz Kafka
A cross-disciplinary encounter between dance and theatre, inspired by the surreal world of
literary icon Franz Kafka.
Singapore’s T.H.E Dance Company and Nine Years Theatre come together for the very first
time, led by artistic directors Kuik Swee Boon (T.H.E) and Nelson Chia (Nine Years Theatre),
in a playful and moving rumination on human nature and its many faces. Join them on a
dreamlike journey, as two of Singapore’s leading performing arts companies gallantly
experience their own metamorphoses.
Regarded as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century, Franz Kafka’s works,
including The Metamorphosis, The Trial and The Castle, have had such an impact that they
have also given rise to the term “Kafkaesque”, in reference to his signature writing style and
poignant depictions of human alienation and absurd bureaucracy.
(Approximately 1hr 30mins, no intermission)
Performed in Mandarin with English surtitles.
There will be a Drink and Talk session after each performance.
1–4 Mar 2018, Thu–Sun
Thu–Sat, 8pm
Sat & Sun, 3pm
Esplanade Theatre Studio
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Einstein in the Carpark
Emergency Stairs (Singapore/China)
(An Esplanade Commission)
- Feel the Earth Move
The Theory of Relativity tells us: if Einstein can find a car moving at the speed of light, time
will stand still, and space will cease.
In the warm, stuffy, sometimes noisy, sometimes hauntingly quiet Esplanade Basement
Carpark, two men meet. One is Zhang Jun, the prince of Kunqu, possessing in him 600 years
of Kun Opera history. The other is George Chan, a leading actor of Singapore musical theatre,
trained in the centuries-old Western art form.
As they face each other, each with their own histories and cultures etched in their bodies, what
do they say? What can’t they hold back?
A unique original work where East meets West through past and present, Einstein in the
Carpark is Huayi’s first-ever site-specific theatre production and is the second instalment of
Emergency Stairs’ Post Dramatic Theatre Series. Einstein in the Carpark is directed and
conceptualised by Young Artist Award recipient Liu Xiaoyi, together with two award-winning
artists, lighting artist Lim Woan Wen and sound artist Darren Ng.
(Approximately 1hr 30mins, no intermission)
Performed in Mandarin and English. There will be no surtitles provided. English and Chinese
translation of songs and text used in the performance will be provided in programme booklets.
Advisory: Recommended for audience aged 12 and above. Due to the nature of this
performance, latecomers will not be admitted. Please be dressed comfortably as the
Page 20 of 41Basement Carpark can be warm, and travel light as audience members will be walking and
standing throughout the performance.
Meet at the Esplanade B2 Carpark Foyer 15mins before start time.
1–4 Mar 2018, Thu–Sun
Thu, 8pm
Fri, 8pm & 11.30pm
Sat, 4pm & 8pm
Sun, 4pm
Esplanade Basement 2 Carpark
Ticket Price: $38^
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Child’s Play – The Story of Redhill
by Danny Yeo and 3 Pumpkins Projects (Singapore)
(An Esplanade Commission)
Calling all courageous, creative children! We need your help to save a troubled village!
Once, there was a small fishing village. The villagers enjoyed a simple, happy life…till they
were attacked by ferocious swordfishes that leapt out of the sea! Can one child rise above the
rest to lead the villagers? Can the villagers come together to think of how to defend
themselves?
Page 21 of 41Singapore theatre director Danny Yeo, in collaboration with 3 Pumpkins Projects, developed
an innovative and unique children-only interactive theatre experience with Child’s Play – The
Story of Nian at Huayi 2017. Continuing on that popularly received production, they return to
present Child’s Play – The Story of Redhill, based on a well-loved Singapore folklore, for
children ages 6 to 11 in Huayi 2018.
Through immersive active participation in storytelling and handicraft activities, children learn
about teamwork, responsibility, and how to problem-solve, without the help of parents or
teachers!
(Approximately 1hr 45mins, no intermission)
Conducted in Mandarin.
Advisory: For children only. No admission for parents/guardians. Recommended for children
aged 6–11. No admission for ages below 6. Children will be seated on the floor. Please dress
comfortably for the programme.
23–28 Feb 2018, Fri–Wed
Fri–Sun, 11am & 4pm
Mon–Wed, 2.30pm
Esplanade Annexe Studio
Ticket Price: $30
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Parent-Child Workshop: Paper-tronics
by Yong Kah Kin
Bring art and technology together with your child! Create your very own lion hand puppet with
dramatic light-up eyes using unique LED circuit stickers, paper, felt and yarn. Singapore artist
Yong Kah Kin guides you and your child on how to make your personalised puppet with
electrical circuits to light your creation up.
Yong Kah Kin
Singapore visual artist and curator Yong Kah Kin is young at heart and in soul. Drawn by the
beauty of tranquility of nature, his detailed and delicate works often stem from a deep
appreciation of nature.
Page 22 of 41Chibitronics
Chibitronics makes electronic stickers, which let you create, craft and code technology through
arts and crafts. Find out more about them at https://chibitronics.com
(Approximately 1hr 30mins)
Conducted in English and Mandarin.
Advisory: Tickets must be purchased as an adult-child package. Recommended for children
aged 6 to 10 years old with an accompanying parent/guardian. Accompanying adults must be
above 16. No admission for ages below 6.
24 Feb 2018, Sat, 10.30am, 2pm & 4.30pm
Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
(Meet at Theatre Studio entrance, Level 4, 15mins before start time.)
Ticket Price:
1 Adult + 1 Child: $30
1 Adult + 2 Children: $45
2 Adults + 1 Child: $45
Parent-Child Workshop: Drumming Beats!
Ju Percussion Group (Taiwan)
Get into the festive spirit with your child in this energetic workshop! Presented by the famous
Ju Percussion Group (Taiwan), learn basic beats and movements of percussive instruments
as you experience the variety of sounds with your child. An engaging workshop for parents
and kids as they bond through fun activities!
No prior drumming experience required.
(Approximately 2hrs)
Conducted in Mandarin.
Advisory: Tickets must be purchased as an adult-child package. Recommended for children
aged 6 to 11 years old with an accompanying parent/guardian. Accompanying adults must be
above 16. No admission for ages below 6. Recommended to dress comfortably for the
workshop.
Page 23 of 4125 Feb 2018, Sun, 11am
Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
(Meet at Theatre Studio entrance, Level 4, 15mins before start time.)
Ticket Price:
1 Adult + 1 Child: $30 (sold out)
1 Adult + 2 Children: $45 (sold out)
2 Adults + 1 Child: $45 (sold out)
Parent-Child Workshop: Paediatric Massage Healthcare 101
Singapore College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Paediatric tui na massage, a TCM therapy most effective for children six and below can be a
simple and natural health and wellness method when done in the right way.
Participants in this workshop get to learn the fundamental principles of paediatric massage
used in wellness and healthcare, learning concepts such as distinguishing “cold” and “heat”,
“deficiency” and “excess”, and how to locate common acupressure points on children. Under
guidance of an instructor, parents learn how to identify on their child, common acupressure
points on the head, all four limbs, stomach and back. They also get to learn massage
techniques as well as how to care for common child ailments like coughs, heatiness,
diarrhoea, and more.
(Approximately 1hr 30mins)
Advisory: Tickets must be purchased as an adult-child package. Recommended for children
between 4 to 6 years old with an accompanying parent/guardian. Accompanying adults must
be above 16. No admission for ages below 4. Recommended to dress comfortably in loose
clothing for the workshop.
It is also recommended that parents have their fingernails short and neat to minimise risk of
discomfort during the session. Participants should not attend this workshop on an empty or a
too-full stomach.
3 Mar 2018, Sat
10.30am (Conducted in Mandarin)
2.30pm (Conducted in English)
4 Mar 2018, Sun
10.30am (Conducted in English)
Page 24 of 412.30pm (Conducted in Mandarin)
Esplanade Rehearsal Studio
(Meet at Theatre Studio entrance, Level 4, 15mins before start time.)
Ticket Price:
1 Adult + 1 Child: $30
Page 25 of 41FREE PROGRAMMES
Celebrate the Chinese New Year with us as Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts brings you a host
of free performances and activities over two weekends. From Chinese dance, puppetry, craft
workshops, talks, instrumental and choral music, to evergreen hits and performances by
talented local singers and ensembles, there will be something for everyone!
Don’t miss our exhilarating festival opening on 23 Feb as well!
Esplanade Outdoor Theatre
Huayi Huat Opening!
Yiwei Athletic Association, Ju Percussion Group (Taiwan)
23 Feb 2018, Fri
6.45pm, Esplanade Courtyard: Yiwei Athletic Association
7pm, Esplanade Outdoor Theatre: Ju Percussion Group
Thundering drums and dancing lions! Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts kicks off with a lively
performance by Yiwei Athletic Association’s lion dancers on high pole, followed by rousing
rhythms by Taiwan’s famed percussion ensemble, Ju Percussion Group, with music that will
lift spirits in a jubilant toast to the new year.
(Approximately 15mins for each performance)
Chinese New Year Impressions
SZINC X Sand Artist Stacey Lee
23 Feb 2018, Fri, 8.30pm & 9.45pm
Lunar New Year customs and traditions come alive in the magical hands of sand artist Stacey
Lee together with music by East-West fusion band SZINC and acclaimed percussionist
Mohamed Noor.
SZINC (pronounced “sync”) is an East-West fusion band comprising erhu virtuoso Mike
Chiang, sanxian artist Jessica Lu and composer and keyboardist Christine Sham. Their unique
band name symbolises the synchronisation of culture and people with a new (新) sound and
collaboration. SZINC strives to create new sparks in the arts scene by collaborating with
dancers, singers, ethnic musicians of different cultures and styles and they are not afraid to
break rules and set new standards.
Stacey Lee started off as a trained animator and during a stint in London, she came across
buskers who did sand art and was inspired by them. In 2010, she took the leap of faith and
concentrated on being a full-time sand artist and has never looked back since. She has
performed for well-known organisations including the Ministry of Manpower, CapitaLand,
Sembcorp Marine, Google, and many more, at their corporate functions in front of many
dignitaries and cabinet ministers. Countries she has performed in include Germany, Japan,
Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines and Australia.
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Page 26 of 41The Stars We Chased, the Songs We Sang
DJ Mei Gui, MICappella’s Peter and Ming Wei
24 Feb 2018, Sat, 7.30pm, 9pm & 10.15pm
Do you still remember those days of watching idol dramas and movies such as Meteor Garden
and My MVP Valentine? Join Mediacorp YES 933 DJ Mei Gui and MICappella’s Peter and
Ming Wei in their first collaboration, to reminisce songs from movies and dramas they grew up
with!
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Revelry in Spring
NUS Chinese Dance
25 Feb 2018, Sun, 7.30pm & 9pm
NUS Chinese Dance troupe presents an evening of signature pieces from the troupe's prolific
repertoire, such as the award-winning Rhythm of Sleeves, and fresh new works by highly
acclaimed guest choreographers, all coming together in a line-up of elegant classical Chinese
and vibrant ethnic minority dances.
Over the last 40 years, NUS Chinese Dance has earned a reputation for excellence as an
accomplished dance group through the development and performance of a highly challenging
repertoire of works, from technically demanding traditional Chinese dance to fresh and
evocative Chinese contemporary pieces. NUS Chinese Dance also regularly collaborates with
overseas dance troupes, such as the internationally acclaimed Beijing Dance Academy.
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Hits of Yesteryears
Yuan Jin
26 Feb 2018, Mon, 7.15pm & 8.45pm
Songstress Yuan Jin takes you down memory lane with unforgettable evergreen hits from
the ’30s to ’80s including Evening Primrose, Shanghai Bund and Poems of Autumn.
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Ode On Spring
Nanyang Girls’ High School Guzheng Ensemble
27 Feb 2018, Tue, 7.15pm & 8.45pm
Enjoy a mix of classic and modern tunes with Nanyang Girls’ Guzheng Group, as they
showcase the elegance of the versatile guzheng. They perform The Beautiful Zhuang Brocade,
Endless Love, Harvest Festival and more.
The Nanyang Girls’ High School Guzheng Ensemble became independent from the school’s
Chinese Orchestra in 2004. Directed by renowned guzheng player, Lim Choo Li, with the
assistance of Lim Pei Pei, the ensemble has consistently shown outstanding performances at
Page 27 of 41the biennial Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Central Judging, having achieved the highest
awards attainable for SYF since its inception (Gold with Honours from 2005 to 2013 and
Distinction from 2015 to 2017 SYF).
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Soulful Impressions
MUSA The Collective
28 Feb 2018, Wed, 7.15pm & 8.45pm
MUSA comprises zhongruan soloist Su-Min, guzheng soloist Su-Hui and composer-arranger
Dayn Ng. This time round, they form a collective with Lu Heng (keyboard), Benjamin Boo
(percussion) and Shaun Tan (bass) to showcase their brand new originals and re-adaptations
of Chinese classics including In A Faraway Place, The Olive Tree, and more!
Formed in 2015, MUSA incorporates Chinese music with contemporary style, yet preserving
the roots on this foundation. Their fusion music amassed more than a million views on their
YouTube page. They were invited to perform in China's top variety show Day Day Up, the
Consulate General of the Republic of Singapore in Chennai, Padang Indian Ocean Music
Festival 2017 and they are featured overseas artists on China's Guzheng Net.
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Bonnie’s Tribute to Singapore Music
Bonnie Loo
1 Mar 2018, Thu, 7.15pm & 8.45pm
Popular actress-singer Bonnie Loo takes the stage at the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre to
present another much-anticipated showcase of hits by Singapore musicians and performers.
The evening features a collection of songs ranging from xinyao classics to the greatest hits by
the biggest names in Singapore music. Led by music director Roy Li, Bonnie is accompanied
by a four-piece acoustic band comprising the island’s top musicians.
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
All-time Mandopop Faves!
Checkmate 将
2 Mar 2018, Fri, 7.15pm, 8.45pm & 10.15pm
Singapore’s very own highly energetic bilingual band Checkmate 将 performs Mandopop hits
from the 2000s like First Day, Superwoman, Hair Like Show, and Fu Kwa, just to name a few.
Expect many more songs made popular by your favourite artists including Jay Chou, Stefanie
Sun, Eason Chan, GEM, and more!
Checkmate 将 (pronounced “jiāng”) is a bilingual pop-rock band established in Oct 2017 and
since then they have gained many fans with their talents and showmanship. The band is made
up of energetic powerhouse male vocalist Alex, bubbly and versatile female vocalist Novabelle,
as well as keyboardist Shaun and guitarist Elaine.
Page 28 of 41(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Wind in the Sky
Ajinai Band (China)
3 Mar 2018, Sat, 7.15pm, 8.45pm & 10.15pm
Inner Mongolian folk rock and world music band Ajinai makes their Singapore debut with new
works from their latest album Wind in the Sky as well as popular favourites from their
discography. The band’s music is fuelled by two important Mongolian elements: the morin
khuur, or horse-head fiddle, a symbol of the Mongolian people, and khoomei, also known as
throat-singing, which features the simultaneous sounds of several pitches emanating from one
voice. Ajinai transports listeners to the wide-open plains of the grasslands with music that is
at the same time soulful and dreamy yet full of life and passion.
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Moments in Time – Songs from the Movies
Zelda & Won
4 Mar 2018, Sun, 5.45pm, 7.15pm & 8.45pm
Do you remember the songs from movies such as A Better Tomorrow, Aces Go Places, Days
of Being Wild, The East is Red, Love on a Diet, Young & Dangerous, etc.? Take a trip back
through time with singers Zelda and Won as they present memorable songs from the golden
eras of Hong Kong and Taiwan cinema! Backed by a four-piece band of accomplished
musicians Elaine Chan, Rizal Sanip, Colin Yong and Daniel Chan, you can expect a great
experience of beloved superstars and mega movies. Join us at this fabulous festival closing
concert!
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Esplanade Concourse
Electro Spring Returns!
Kulcha
23 Feb 2018, Fri, 7.15pm, 8.15pm & 9.30pm
Enjoy festive songs imbued with a touch of electronica! Singapore music ensemble Kulcha
presents their renditions of familiar songs that are bound to make you groove to the music.
(Approximately 30mins for each performance)
The Chivalrous 3 Oh!!!
Alvin Chiam
24 Feb 2018, Sat, 3pm, 4pm & 5pm
4 Mar 2018, Sun, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm & 5pm
A hilarious encounter with red-nose character clowns in Singapore!
Page 29 of 41Once upon a time, there were three wonderful childlike dreamers. One day they had a
brainwave and decided to put up a show about their favorite martial arts drama. Unfortunately,
things fall apart when they discover that not one of them has a single idea about costumed
swordplay drama!
Presented by a group of actors from Singapore who studied with Philippe Gaulier, the
internationally renowned Clown Master from Paris.
(Approximately 30mins for each performance)
We are Singer-songwriters!
24 Feb 2018, Sat
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Mary Wong
7.15pm
Bringing you her original compositions, singer-songwriter Mary Wong invites you to
join her on an emotional roller coaster ride. Come listen to her soulful vocals as she
brings you her latest singles Welcome, Miss You Crazy and more.
From the tender age of seven, Mary has been winning accolades at singing
competitions. She was awarded Best Female Singer of Ocean Butterflies’ V-Singer 4,
which has groomed popular singers like JJ Lin and A-do. Her works include Hu Xi the
theme song of Mediacorp‘s Channel 8 hit drama Beyond X, which was awarded Highly
Commended (runner up) award at 18th Asian Television Awards.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaryWongMusic/
Instagram: @MaryWongMusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MaryWongMusic
Isaac Yong
8.30pm
Sit back and indulge in Isaac Yong's soothing vocals as he brings you a premiere of
his originals such as Good Bye, Unimportant, and It’s All for You.
Isaac is a full-time singer-songwriter who has received recognition through various
competitions, most notably as the Champion of the Music Xpress Songwriting
Competition in 2015, with his original song Late Night. His name is already a familiar
one amongst regular patrons of Starker Music, Shuffle Bistro and other live music
establishments, where he performs regular gigs covering popular music.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/isaacyongmusic
Instagram: @issacyongmusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrNrNXpGGbdgapHuyfdufzw
Yokez
9.45pm
Go on a musical journey with homegrown singer-songwriter Yokez as she shares a
selection of her Mandarin originals. Expect an evening of a mix of ballads and lively
numbers, including a first-hand listen of tunes from Yokez's debut EP slated for release
in April 2018.
Page 30 of 41The multitalented Yokez is a versatile singer, keyboardist and songwriter. She has
participated and received awards in several music competitions, including XQRJ,
SG:SW 2017 and Hear Me Sing. She was recently crowned champion in the I Write
and Sing My Song 2017 songwriting competition with her motivational pop tune
Looking Forward. Yokez has released her first single Understood and was recently
signed under Touch Music Publishing as a songwriter.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YokezOfficial
Instagram: @YokazOfficial
YouTube: https://youtube.com/YokezOfficial
Dreams of the South
Pipa Society
25 Feb 2018, Sun, 3pm, 4pm & 5pm
Dreams of the South features over 30 talented young performers from diverse racial
backgrounds (Chinese, Eurasian, Indian) in a series of innovative collaborations, including
pipa and dance pieces by members of Pipa Society. These performances showcase the
talented award-winning students and members of the Pipa Society, with a repertoire ranging
from traditional music to original arrangements.
(Approximately 30mins for each performance)
We are Singer-songwriters!
25 Feb 2018, Sun
(Approximately 45mins for each performance)
Goose
7.15pm
From being a recording artist and sessionist for local musicians, Angus Sham steps
into the spotlight with all-original materials and a new name—Goose. Melding the
melancholy of post-rock with the melodies of folk pop, Goose documents everything
from the pangs of coming to terms with life’s changes to yesteryear’s carefree joys in
his music.
Angus has been active in Singapore’s music scene and collaborated with bands and
fellow singer-songwriters like Cadence, Amanda Tee, Jean Tan, and Falling Feathers.
With an upcoming four-track EP and a single that garnered more than 27,000 plays on
Spotify in its first month, Goose gives listeners an intimate glimpse into the heart of an
ordinary man with poignant tales of human experience to tell.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/goosebandsg
Instagram: @goosebandsg
Ariane Goh
8.30pm
Having gone on a two-year hiatus from showcasing her works in public, singer-
songwriter Ariane Goh has been writing behind the scenes for regional artists and
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