Singapore Arts Festival 2011: SINGAPORE June 4, 2011

The Necessary Stage (TNS) was formed in 1987 and has since created a niche in the Singapore theatre scene by producing intimate and thought-provoking work.

SINGAPORE looks at how a country comes into being. “Singapura”, “Temasek”… how important is a name? TNS examines present-day Singapore by bringing to life a host of historical characters in real and imagined situations, juxtaposed with contemporary characters. Such a combination creates a fertile environment for the imagination — theatre that makes possible the impossible.

The narrative probes deeply into the history of a country, and along the way, it lays bare the psyche of the people who call it home. This show is an exciting mix of contradictions: seriously funny, bluntly cutting, and deceitfully truthful. Watch it, and see if you can find a bit of yourself in SINGAPORE.

Tickets on sale at SISTIC.

Official Website: http://www.singaporeartsfest.com