Going solo isn’t a bad thing. The Singapore Theatre Company (STC) – formerly known as Singapore Repertory Theatre – will be staging a triple bill of one-person plays, each exploring a different aspect of human existence and resilience in the face of adversity.
According to STC, these plays were chosen because they offer “a unique and powerful insight into the lives of three remarkable individuals whose stories transcend their personal circumstances and resonate with universal themes.”
From Mar 7, see Grounded by George Brant which tells the story of a female fighter pilot (Oon Shu An) who is grounded by an unexpected pregnancy and reassigned to operate military drones from a windowless trailer outside Las Vegas.
The play, which won the Fringe First Award at the 2013 Edinburgh Festival, examines the psychological and ethical implications of remote warfare, as well as the challenges of balancing a military career and a family life.
From Apr 2, be drawn into Arabic poet Taha Muhammad Ali’s resilient narrative, as he creates a tapestry of hope woven through 50 years of loss – a lost home, love, friends, and his shop in Galilee. Taha by Amer Hlehel traces his journey from a humble shopkeeper to a celebrated poet with a poignant and humorous voice. It is performed by acclaimed actor Amer Hlehel and directed by Amir Nizar Zuabi (Little Amal).
The third solo play is Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream by Indian Ink Theatre Company. Watch this playful and profound new play from May 16 about the impermanence of life, love, and ice cream. Inspired by Ernest Becker’s Pulitzer prize-winning book Denial of Death and the vibrant city of Mumbai, the play follows the afterlife of Kutisar, a man who is thrown into limbo on his way to the afterlife.He tries to avoid death by reliving his past, where a rebellious young woman holds the key to his salvation. The show features puppetry, inspired sound design, and a dash of Bollywood disco.
Book tickets for all three shows to enjoy a 25 percent discount. For times and dates of each show, visit here.
