It’s no secret that HAMILTON the musical is a worldwide hit. Written by American multi-hyphenate Lin-Manuel Miranda and first staged in 2015 with Miranda himself in the lead role, the multi-award winning musical has since taken the world by storm. The 3-hour long musical condenses the life and one of America’s founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton who, as an immigrant, fought alongside George Washington against the British colonist to form the young United States of America. … [Read more...]
Review – Disney’s FROZEN the Hit Broadway Musical
“We loved it Mommy, we wish it wouldn’t end!” This review was contributed by our eldest daughter who accompanied her brother to enjoy a musical from a Disney animation feature which like many kids her age then, grew up with - FROZEN. My parents had two tickets for Frozen the Broadway Musical, and we were debating on who should come along when they suggested that I watch it with Buddy. Before I knew it, we had braved the manic evening traffic and were seated in Sands Theatre waiting … [Read more...]
Daddy Cooks – Dishes Daddy Cooked
Once a Penangite... When your Hubby hails from Penang, you know you have a bona-fide foodie in the house. Not only that, he loves to cook too. Here’s a small collection of some of the assorted dishes he whipped up for the family. Ranging from Egg Benedict in Hollandaise Sauce to Hokkien Prawn Noodles. Recipes and method Here’s a complete Playlist with Recipes and method are disclosed in his videos. The list includes: Home-made Egg Benedict in home-made Hollandaise SauceFried … [Read more...]
Educational and Engaging YouTube Videos For Kids
We are back in Homebased Learning (HBL) season again. We all know how unnerving that can be for some parents when the kids' HBL lessons clash with our WFH commitments or worse, when the learning network (SLS) is down. Sometimes, we also need a time-out from the kids (to run some errands or attend to that urgent Zoom call). Here’s a curated list of educational YouTube videos which are engaging for the children. These videos are also excellent to watch together as a family to engage in … [Read more...]
CATS The Musical – A Parent’s Guide
Will Kids like CATS? CATS The Musical, need no introduction. Aside from its famous tune, ‘Memory’ which has never failed to sweep audiences’ feet off theatre carpets, the musical has swept seats off West End and Broadway faster than anyone can say “Meow”. It has won multiple international awards including the Grammy’s. In fact, it is one of the very few musicals that are the longest-running in Broadway and West End for a record-breaking 21 years. But how can I help my kids … [Read more...]
Walking with Dinosaur – The Live Experience. A Review.
A Dinosaur Show? “ This is good,” quipped the hubby as he was driving off after the show, his comment couldn’t be more different merely 120 minutes ago. “ A dinosaur show? I hope it’s not cutesy. Dinosaurs are not cute, you know. We teach the kids the wrong thing if they go away thinking dinos are cute…” the self-professed 'dino-expert' in the family (aka my husband) grumbled while trying to negotiate the rush hour traffic on way to the Singapore Indoor Stadium. … [Read more...]
NDP 2019 Fireworks – Tips to Catch NDP Fireworks!
Authentic tips on where and how to catch the NDP 2019 fireworks with your family. No matter how many activities there are over the National Day long weekend, there is ONE our family will never miss - to catch the National Day fireworks! Here’s a compilation of first hand tips from all our years of chasing fireworks of where to watch the NDP 2019 fireworks! A Family Tradition: Catching NDP fireworks is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the National Day celebration. Not only … [Read more...]
Aladdin The Broadway Musical – A Review
Do you want the short review or the long one? The fact that we can’t sleep tonight, right after watching this highly anticipated LIVE musical with infectious tunes, the toe-tapping rhythms and beautiful voices playing in our heads, probably says a lot! Well, in short it's a fantastic production that really should not be missed. This is coming from a family who has watched musicals from Broadway and London's West End. Watch a short preview: Aladdin The Broadway Musical has landed … [Read more...]
Family Fun at Jewel Changi Airport – Canopy Park and Changi Experience Studio
Jewel Changi Airport has more than shopping, dining and waiting around to catch the awesome HSBC Rain Vortex light show in the evening. Here are two attractions which are so entertaining you can spend a whole day there! CANOPY PARK (Estimated time spent 3 to 4 hours – for all the attractions, at least!) Situated right on top of Jewel, this 14,000 square metre Canopy Park offers a diverse range of family-friendly activities. Comprising of 9 different activities, families can … [Read more...]
KURIOS by Cirque du Soleil – Singapore Review
"Kurios is Cirque du Soleil's strongest act in years." The Gazette We are familiar with LIVE acrobatic circus shows filled with trapeze artistes, balancing acts, jugglers and clowns.However, when it comes to Cirque Du Soleil, it’s always special and different. But EVEN THEN, Kurios Cabinet of Curiosities - Cirque Du Soleil’s 35th production, takes it literally and metaphorically, to new heights. Even our newly minted 5 year old stood up and shouted enthusiastically, 'Bravo, Bravo!' … [Read more...]
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