Embracing Differences - Gateway Arts https://gatewayarts.sg Nurturing Performing Hearts Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:30:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.4 https://gatewayarts.sg/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/cropped-Site-Icon-1-32x32.png Embracing Differences - Gateway Arts https://gatewayarts.sg 32 32 SmartyPants and the Swordfish https://gatewayarts.sg/portfolio/smartypants-and-the-swordfish/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=smartypants-and-the-swordfish Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:36:09 +0000 https://gatewayarts.sg/?post_type=portfolio&p=9234 SmartyPants and the Swordfish Presented by ART:DIS and Gateway Arts Written by Jean Tay Directed by Samantha Scott-Blackhall & Tan

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SmartyPants and
the Swordfish

Presented by ART:DIS and Gateway Arts

Written by Jean Tay

Directed by Samantha Scott-Blackhall & Tan Beng Tian

This is a collaborative and inclusive casting, with artists with disabilities performing alongside mainstream actors to bring this play to life.

This 90-minute programme included post-show discussion segments and were conducted from 20-24 March, 2024.

 

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Accessibility

Creative Captioning and Creative Audio Description were made available during the performance. Speech-to-Text-Interpretation is provided for post-show dialogue, and SgSL Interpretation were available upon request. In-ear devices for audio description and Touch Tour were also available upon request, with limited devices and slots per show. 

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Synopsis

From the award-winning playwright that brought you Boom and Everything but The Brain, Jean Tay’s SmartyPants and the Swordfish is a compelling immersive, interactive and inclusive theatre play that delves into Singapore’s history while taking a constructive look at the issue of bullying.

With acclaimed directors Samantha Scott-Blackhall and Tan Beng Tian at the helm, the story opens with a group of students investigating the legend of Redhill, probing to uncover how a young kampung boy met his demise at the hands of a jealous sultan. As they peel back the layers of this age-old tale, they uncover hidden truths, meet evil advisors and even fend off an attack by swordfishes!

Featuring a collaborative staging between mainstream actors and artists with disabilities, who will be manoeuvring colourful puppets to bring the play to life, the diverse casting underpins the importance to have empathy and respect for one another, regardless of differences.

SmartyPants and the Swordfish does not just re-tell history. Through a post-show dialogue, it engages young audiences to explore the dynamics of power and learn how to prevent bullying. The play further provides a platform for intellectually disabled artists to showcase their skills, gain professional experience and be recognised as equal contributors to the creative process.

Post-Show Materials

Gateway Arts is dedicated to delivering a holistic learning journey for children and youths. Our meticulously crafted post-show segment allows them to delve into intricate themes and cultivate a deeper appreciation for essential values.

SmartyPants and the Swordfish sheds light on the prevalent issue of bullying, offering young audiences valuable insights on how to recognise and address it effectively.

More about Bullying
More about Inclusivity

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Alexavier Ang
Claris Tan
Filmer Tan
Isaac Tan
Janel Jiang
Jeremy Leong
Johanna Van
Mary Tan
Periyachi Roshini
Timothy Lee
Wayne Lim
Zaini Hassan

Producers: ARTDIS (Singapore) Ltd & Gateway Arts Ltd
Directors: Samantha Scott-Blackhall & Tan Beng Tian
Playwright: Jean Tay
Set Design: Samantha Scott-Blackhall
Lighting Design: Petrina Dawn Tan
Sound Design: Daniel Wong
Puppet Design: Ling Jia Le & Shawne Yzelman
Props: Jessy Choo
Costume: Theresa Chan
Creative Caption: Shai & Joanna Ong
Audio Description: Seren Chen
Movement Coach: Zhuo Zihao
Creative Acces & Artistic Collaboration Advisor: Peter Sau

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]]> My Invisible Life https://gatewayarts.sg/portfolio/my-invisible-life/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-invisible-life Tue, 04 Oct 2022 08:01:41 +0000 https://gatewayarts.sg/?post_type=portfolio&p=6837 My Invisible Life Presented by Centurion Corporation Limited A Film by Gateway Arts My Invisible Life is available as a

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My Invisible Life

Presented by Centurion Corporation Limited

A Film by Gateway Arts

My Invisible Life is available as a digital programme for school, corporate and group bookings from January 2023.

Usual Price
$15 per student (for less than 100 students)

$10 per student (for more than 100 students)

Contact us at grace@gatewayarts.sg for more information.

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Synopsis

Daniel hates being in the spotlight. His classmate Rina is always trying to make Tik Tok videos with him, but he would much rather blend in than stand out.

Elsewhere in the school, Sanjay feels invisible. He works hard on the construction of the school’s sports complex, but he’s ignored by everyone. In a series of unexpected events, the two young men and their very different worlds collide.

The two find that they have more in common than they realised, but their unlikely friendship comes under pressure when Sanjay is accused of theft. Daniel has to make a difficult choice… to remain invisible or to help his new friend…

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Daniel: Clement Yeo

Sanjay: Jaisilan s/o Sathiasilan

Rina: Andrea Joy Alingalan

Kenneth: Lim Wei Wen Wayne

Daniel’s Mother: Serene Chen

Kenneth’s Father: Benjamin Heng

Uncle Ahmad: Rafaat Haji Hamzah

Teacher: Sharon Mah

Screenplay: Jean Tay

Director: Edward Foo

Director of Photography: Jaye Neo

Music Composition & Sound Designer: Daniel Wong

Production Designer: Petrina Dawn Tan

Learning & Engagement Specialist: Peggy Ferroa

Bring Us Together

An original theatrical film by Gateway Arts, My Invisible Life aims to encourage empathy, kindness, mutual respect, while promoting a positive mindset towards different community groups. The film delivers the message that there is a sense of shared humanity, that despite cultural or national differences, we all have common emotions, aspirations, and struggles. Through the film, we hope to reduce stereotypes and bridge the gap between Singaporeans and the migrant workers.

To encourage viewers to initiate social interactions between locals and migrant workers, we have organised “Bring Us Together!” for viewers (youths) to submit their ideas on paper plans, the events they would like to see taking place in 2024 for the migrant workers.

The response was overwhelming, Gateway Arts has received over 150 paper plans and we have shortlisted 50 of them. We would like to invite you to participate in our poll – to vote for the top 10 “Bring Us Together” events you would like to see taking place in 2024 for the migrant workers.

Thank you for your participation. The poll has closed and these are the Top 10 “Bring Us Together” events, as voted by you.

We encourage you to consider these ideas when organising your own event to connect with migrant workers.
The Top 10 "Bring Us Together" Events For Migrant Workers
(According to most number of votes)
1Movie Screening and "Makan"
2Outing to A Tourist Attraction
3Talent Show
4Sunday Picnic
5Games / Sports Event
6Mini Fun Fair
7Get-to-know-migrant-workers Day at the Community Centre
8Buffet Outing
9Christmas Celebration
10Party at HDB Void Deck

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OddSocks

A production by Five Stones Theatre

Presented by Gateway Arts

OddSocks is a school touring show that focuses on helping young audiences embrace differences.

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Synopsis

OddSocks is a fun and quirky theatre production about finding the beauty in differences. With a little magic, a dash of humour and lots of socks, it explores what it means to be the odd one out in a world of sameness. Get ready to spot the odd sock!

This performance will empower children to be brave and embrace their unique identities no matter how difficult it might seem to be.

Recommended age: 3 to 10 years old

This project was incubated at The Artground under the GroundBreakers programme 2019 and part of the ‘Invited Artists’ Performance’ at KidsConnect 2019.

This is a relaxed performance. A Relaxed Performance is an inclusive theatrical experience designed for individuals with neurodiverse needs.

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Concept and Direction: Isabella Chiam

Music Composer: August Lum

Movement Direction: Tan Rui Shan

Publicity and Production Design: Isyak Sulaiman

Lighting Designer: Mohamad Jasman

Mentor to Lighting Designer: Petrina Dawn Tan

Producer: Caleb Lee

Assistant Producer/Production Stage Manager: Jeannette Chong

Assistant Stage Manager: Cindy Sng

Performers: Bright Ong, Tan Rui Shan, Vignesh Singh

Access and Inclusion Consultant: Wong Waiyee

Pre-show facilitator: Tanya Ang

Engagement Consultant: Peggy Ferroa

Thank you to Sammantha Yue and Yazid Jalil who contributed to the research and development, and everyone who donated their socks.

Named after a popular traditional children’s game in Singapore, Five Stones Theatre is an international collective dedicated to creating artistic experiences for children and young people. By connecting artists and audiences through a range of work that is honest, thought-provoking and ‘a little different’ we invite children from all cultures into a conversation about art and the world we live in.

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