What about the approximately 500 000 American-Muslims who wear the hijab each day out of their own choice, even as they might struggle to do so within a sometimes extremely precarious environment - Wasn't Fara suddenly appearing without her hijab one big 'Fuck You' to them?
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Theatre Review (Singapore): “‘Allo ‘Allo” by The Stage Club
I have to keep reminding myself and readers that Stage Club is run by amateurs, which is even more remarkable given the level of acting seen in this production.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): “Dirty Dancing” by Base Entertainment
This stage adaptation follows the movie closely, and that's its fatal flaw.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): “Pursuant” at Singapore Lyric Opera
In this musical about a ban on dreams, there's physical comedy to please youngsters, but unmemorable melodies and unfunny dialogue.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): Gruesome Playground Injuries by Rajiv Joseph
World-In-Theatre's production proves to be a mismatch between actors and play.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde
Wild Rice's all-male production is funny and alluring.
Read More »Interview: Daniel Jenkins and Daniel Francis of Singapore Repertory Theatre’s Othello
Two actors from the Western world answer some pertinent questions about the play, and about working in Singapore.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): 8 Women
Sing'theatre's engaging murder-mystery play boasts creative direction, atmospheric music and great physical comedy.
Read More »Interview: Neo Swee Lin and Julia Abueva of Sing’theatre’s 8 Women
The performers talk about their lives, craft, and this tantalizing murder mystery play.
Read More »Theatre Review (Singapore): For Better or For Worse by Faith Ng
A portrait of an ugly marriage with no easy answers.
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