Behind-the-Scenes of a Peking Opera with Ping Sheh

Get behind-the-scenes of a traditional Peking Opera with Ping Sheh as they offer an exclusive glimpse into their backstage intricacies which takes performers backstage to frontstage!

What You'll Do

Prepare to be transported to the enchanting world of Traditional Peking Opera with Ping Sheh! With a rich history dating back to 1940, this esteemed association has weathered the storms of time. With scripts and scores from China, Ping Sheh continues to bring the mesmerising beauty of Peking Opera to life. Witness their unwavering dedication and join them in celebrating the legacy of this cherished art form.

About Performances @ My Chinatown Complex

Indulge in the cultural richness of Chinatown during My Community Festival 2023 through a myriad of exclusive performances from renowned opera troupes and musical groups which call Chinatown home for the past decades.

Come and join us for a nostalgic trip down memory lane as we relive the sounds of the 1980s and 1990s with a harmonica performance by the Star Harmonics Trio. Prepare to be mesmerised by the vibrant energy of the Chinese Theatre Circle and Ping Sheh, who will be presenting Cantonese Opera and Traditional Peking Opera in Chinatown Complex, respectively. Their extraordinary showcases are bound to leave you spellbound in their fascinating art forms.

Our repertoire also includes the exquisite art of calligraphy and signboard making. Witness the skilled brushwork and intricate craftsmanship as talented artists from Shi Cheng Calligraphy & Seal Carving Society bring these traditional forms of visual art to life, adding further depth to our cultural experience.

About The Host

Ping Sheh, Singapore's oldest Peking Opera troupe, has a decades-long history. Despite their long-standing traditions, they also strive to adapt and modernise, keeping in touch with the changing tastes and preferences of younger generations. Through their performances and dedication, they continue to preserve the essence of Peking Opera while embracing new elements to engage audiences of all ages.

Who should come?

• Everyone is welcome to participate in this exciting event!

Programme Details

• Approximate Duration: 1.0 hours (Please arrive 15 minutes before the event for registration)
• Language: Mandarin
• Meeting Point: Level 1 My Community Festival Square within Chinatown Complex Market and Food Centre (46 Smith St, Singapore 058956) opposite POSB ATM
• Ending Point: The event will start and end at the same point.

• The event will proceed rain or shine.

What to bring?

• Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably!

• Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.

• Please ensure that you bring along any personal Medic*tion. Asthmatic individuals are reminded to bring their inhaler.

Other important information

• Parking is available at Chinatown Complex. Alternative parking is available at Chinatown Point and Maxwell Food Centre.
• The venue is wheelchair accessible.
• Photography is allowed at event premises.

Disclaimer

• Each ticket admits only one participant.
• By agreeing to participate in the event, every participant will be responsible for any injury, loss of damage due to careIessness of other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.
• It is compulsory for a parent/guardian to accompany any child of or under the age of 12.
• Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.

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