No Strings Attached 2017
In the second year of running, the festival will feature many puppetry artists from across Asia. Join us for a fun-filled weekend of performance and exchange with puppets!
Past School Show : Sadako & The Thousand Cranes
Sadako & The Thousand Cranes highlights the need to stay vigilant, preparedness to defend against external threats and the importance of forging strong multilateral ties. Suitable for Total Defence & International Friendship Day.
Past School Show : Mercury
Based on a true story in Minamata, Japan, Mercury chronicles the struggle of the victims in exacting justice for this ecological and human tragedy. A school show suitable for Earth Day & Children's Day.
Teochew Rod Puppet Masterclass
A masterclass workshop conducted by famous Teochew Metal Rod Puppeteer, Ms Ling Goh. She's a veteran Teochew Metal Rod Puppet performer from Penang, Malaysia.
Past School Show : Dragon Dance
Dragon Dance is a lively retelling of the folktale behind the origin of Chinese dragon dance. Presented with puppetry, drama, dance and music Dragon Dance is a highly interactive play where the children will have a chance to be a part of the play and be mesmerised by the specially hand-crafted puppets by Paper Monkey. Dragon Dance promises to enthrall the young and old as they learn more about the Chinese culture and legends.
Past School Show : My Ah Gong
My Ah Gong is a poignant theatrical piece that focuses on lives of people during war and the sufferings it brings. The realistic acting and solemn messages evoke strong feelings in students and motivate them to reflect on the peace and prosperity Singapore is enjoying, something that should not be taken for granted.