‘Wow! Wow! Wow!’ This and the fact that I couldn’t close my mouth even if I wanted to were the two constant reactions to every single acts in TOTEM, Cirque Du Soleil’s brand new show which is now on Singapore’s shores. Judging from the thunderous claps reverberating all around the Grand Chapiteau (the iconic Blue and Yellow Big Top), I can safely say, I’m not alone. After all, this is the world’s most famous circus and the largest theatrical producer in the world. Based in Montreal … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2015
KidsFest 2016 – Room on the Broom and other well-loved Tales!
Mommies and Daddies, mark your calendar for KidsFest, as ABA Productions presents the most anticipated theatrical festival for children once again next year! In its fifth season, the curtains at School of the Arts (SOTA) will rise to captivate young theatre and literary buffs. For 3 weeks from 20 January 20 to 14 February 2016, KidsFest returns with 6 international theatre productions, adapted from well-loved children’s books. New Productions To Look Forward To 1. The Snow … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Junior Explorers: Discovering our Planet!
‘This is way cool!’ ‘Where did you get these cards and learning materials from?’ Instead of the daughter, it was I, the Daddy, who was intrigued about the contents of the latest Junior Explorers ‘Mission Box’ that had just arrived in our mailbox (which I just happened to lay hands on before the daughter did). After I investigated the contents within the Welcome Kit and Mission Envelope, I couldn't wait to embark on the mission with my daughter! We know that the key to effective … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Treasure Island
Ahoy ye mateys! The year end school holidays are upon us and our favorite children's theatre is presenting a swashbuckling, action-packed, hilarious musical to entertain the whole family! 'Treasure Island' - a Robert Louis Stevenson’s popular novel of the same name, has been specially adapted by SRT's The Little Company for younger audience. Synopsis of Treasure Island 'Treasure Island' follows the adventure of Jim Hawkins, a lion-hearted 13-year-old girl who receives a treasure … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Disney Live! Mickey’s Music Festival in Singapore!
The new spectacular touring show, 'Disney Live! Mickey’s Music Festival' featuring Mickey Mouse and friends from other Disney classics is rocking its way to Singapore next month! Disney Live! Mickey's Music Festival has remixed Disney's hits to the hottest sounds of today featuring hip hop, pop, swing, reggae, rock, country and much more. With an irresistible lineup of performers, including Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy; Ariel, Sebastian and Ursula; Jasmine, Aladdin and Genie; … [Read more...]
Penang…with a Penangite
I was born and bred in Penang. Spent 20 of my formative years there before I headed overseas to study. It is no surprise that Penang will always have a special place in my heart even though I've now relocated to Singapore. My family, along with many close friends, in fact, are still there. So what does a Penangite do, where does he eat and go whenever he goes back? Well, here’s taking you on our trip last Dec (Yes! This is a super late post!) when we brought Buddy … [Read more...]
And off he goes…a new milestone for Alexander
Seven years ago, as first time parents, we had no family support. We struggled, oh we did. We tried various ways of making it work: from hiring maids whom we thought we could entrust the baby to after I resume work, to sending the baby all the way to my late Grandma's house at the far western side of Singapore every morning at 6.30am...But reality has it that none worked. Out of desperation, we sent our 4 month-old Dana to an infant-care centre 15mins' drive away from our … [Read more...]
Going Local with Le Creuset: ChickPea Chicken Curry
In the multiracial society we live in, curry is the ONE unifying dish that is enjoyed by all races represented in Singapore. It is also of the most requested dish at my extended family's gathering. I grew up eating my beloved Grandma's Chicken Curry. That's why back home, we've been trying to train our daughter Dana's taste buds to start enjoying spicy food, using curry as a start. Instead of sugar, we've been encouraging her to dip her fav prata into the curry … [Read more...]
Feeling is Believing – The Positive Difference with Shell V-Power Nitro+ Fuel
I can remember vividly when it happened. In fact, I can still count with the fingers on one hand how many times it had happened over the years of which I had no control over. Could I have prevented it? I don’t know. But one thing I do know is that there were virtually no warning signs and when it happens, it sure does feel like the rug has been swept off the floor with you on top - your world stops momentarily. You start to wonder: What’s going to happen to my family? What’s going to happen to … [Read more...]
Let’s Build a Safer City: AXA Safer City Contest
Two headline news article gripped our hearts this week: the 80-year-old Grandmother who had her hand severed after it got stuck in between lift doors at her HDB block after returning from her usual morning walk with her dog. We cannot imagine the trauma this elderly lady went through! Then we read the tragic news of a 30-year-old lady who died in an explosion that took place at a Chemical Lab in Jurong. She had just returned to … [Read more...]