Singapore's Pop Icon - Kit Chan to Celebrate 30th Anniversary With “Little Things” Concert This September

Hi Huneybees,

Photo Credits: Banshee Productions

Kit Chan, Singapore’s very own national pop icon will be celebrating her 30th anniversary as a singer with a three-night concert titled 'Little Things - Kit Chan 30th Anniversary Concert' at Sands Theatre from 8 to 10 September 2023.

Presented by Base Entertainment Asia, the 'Little Things - Kit Chan 30th Anniversary Concert' with Kit herself overseeing the creative direction, will include a set list with fan favourites, songs that have never been performed at her concerts before, as well as the first live rendition of Kit’s 30th-anniversary song, specially written for her by long-time friend and music collaborator Tom Pan 潘协庆, among other surprises for the night.

“When I first thought about 30th anniversary, it sounded like such a big thing and everyone wanted to know, ‘What are your thoughts, what are your perspectives after being in this business for 30 years?’, and I realised it was really all the little things that mattered, that kind of led me to this point, and not like, big milestones.” --- Kit Chan, when asked about naming her concert 'Little Things'.

Another reason for this theme goes back to her childhood, to a song she sang in the school choir. The title of the song is a blurry memory now but it was about all the “meaningless little things” in life that make up life itself.

“Even though I was only 11-years-old, I don’t know why I was very taken by this song. I have always been a magpie and am the kind of person who would keep a box with mementos, old photos, little knick-knacks, handwritten notes and cards I can never let go of. These meaningless things, they’re actually very meaningful to me. They speak of experiences lived and shared, and memories made over time.”

Leading the band for this concert is Music Director Bang Wenfu, who has worked with Kit on many projects including studio albums and singles, Kit’s 25th-anniversary concert “25 Years On A Time For Everything” in 2018, “Reignite – Kit Chan ‘Live’ in Concert” in 2021 and also on the Chinese reality singing competition show “I Am A Singer”. Outfits will be designed by Paris-based Singaporean designer Andrew Gn.

Photo Credits: Banshee Productions

Little Things - Kit Chan 30th Anniversary Concert Performance Season - 8 to 10 September 2023
Venue - Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Duration - 100 minutes
Performance Times (Singapore Time)
Friday, Saturday, Sunday - 8pm

Tickets are now on-sale at Marina Bay Sands Ticketing and SISTIC and range between SGD$88 to SGD$992, excluding booking fees. #KitChan30thAnniversary, #KitChanLittleThings, #陈洁仪30周年

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Watch as Juliet Takes Back Her Own Ending - & Juliet the Musical

Hi Huneybees, 

What if the famous Shakespeare love story we all know so well had a different ending where Juliet chose her own fate? Remix it with some of the most iconic pop songs of the last three decades, comes an uplifting story of self-discovery, empowerment, and love - & Juliet.

In fair Verona, where we lay our scene...

Base Entertainment Asia is excited to announce that & Juliet, is coming to Singapore for a strictly limited season from 21st September to 8th October 2023 at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, for its Asian premiere! & JULIET is produced by Michael Cassel Group in association with MTM/Leyline and presented in Singapore by Base Entertainment Asia.

From the writer of Netflix’s Schitt’s Creek - David West Read; directed by Luke Sheppard (In the Heights); music from legendary five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning songwriter/producer Max Martin; choreography from Jennifer Weber and stunning set design from Soutra Gilmour, & Juliet has taken Broadway and West End by storm, winning 3 Olivier Awards and an impressive 9 Tony Awards nominations under its belt.

The show takes a fresh and contemporary look at Juliet taking control of her own destiny and embarks on a journey of self-discovery. It also includes many other extremely relevant overarching themes for the community we live in today, including empowerment for both women and men and inclusivity; presented by a diverse cast that also has members from the Aboriginal, Filipino, and Sri Lankan communities. 

You'll be enjoying a fun night of storytelling as Juliet’s hilarious and inspiring new story bursts into life through a playlist of pop anthems including  “Since U Been Gone‚” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life‚” “That’s The Way It Is,” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling”.

& Juliet Performance Details

Date: 21 September to 8 October 2023 Venue: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands

Duration: 150 minutes including a 20-minute intermission Performance Times (Singapore Time): Tuesday to Friday: 8.00pm Saturday: 2.00pm and 8.00pm

Sunday: 1.00pm and 6:30pm

Ticket Booking:
Marina Bay Sands: https://www.marinabaysands.com/entertainment/shows/juliet.html
SISTIC: https://www.sistic.com.sg/events/julietmusical1023
Trip.com (15% discount off tickets): https://sg.trip.com/w/BaseEnt
Maybank cardmembers: 15% discount off tickets

For more information - https://baseentertainment.com.sg/, https://www.facebook.com/BASEentertainmentAsia/,  https://www.instagram.com/baseasia/

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Step Into The Whimsical World Of MATILDA

Hi Huneybees,

I remember burying my head into Roald Dahl's storybooks during my childhood days, having fun in my own world where chocolate rivers were real, giants dwell amongst us and witches could turn people into mice.

One of my favourite story would have to be Matilda. It kinda related to me as I was a very "reserved" kid growing up and most of the time, you will find me in the library, engulfed in my own world, soaking up on those Roald Dahl fantasies...

I went to catch the Matilda musical on it's opening night, imagine my excitement when I was backstage prior to catching the full musical that night! It was as though stepping right into the storybook and I couldn't help taking photos as though I was Matilda myself! There's gona be some magical things happening on stage and being in the backstage taught me how all these works and the amount of manpower and thoughts were put into this production, making me appreciate the musical number even more!

Ok, back to the musical. It was an amazing number that made me clapping, laughing and crying at the scenes. It really was as though there was magic around us, with the kids performing much better than adults, upstaging them, brought my emotions surging through the roof.

The story is so relatable in this modern time, where bullying and despise is uncalled for. Though marketed as a children’s book, Matilda, like Dahl’s other stories, has layers of the dark and unsettling that we might only begin to grasp when we look back on them as an adult.

I like the idea of adding a little story within the original story (which was not in the original Dahl's book), bringing us deeper into the imaginative mind of Matilda's, her suppressed emotions and loneliness, that also ties her relationship with Miss Honey more.

The storytelling was smooth in between scenes, there was not a boring moment and making full use of the stage, allows for something to be happening at all angles and audiences from all directions can see the acting and action on the stage.

The 4 young Matilda actresses including Singapore's own Sofia Poston

For the opening night, Sofia Poston, the young Singapore actress made an impressive performance as Matilda. She could take on the stage all by herself and her adorable little self made such a big impression on us with her voice and acting. Especially when up against the adult actors and actresses, she was nothing lackluster of.

My favourite moment has got to be David & Goliath scene where the dramatic height of the villain -  headmistress Miss Trunchbull, who insists that “all children are maggots.”, is pit against the small little frame of Matilda. The clever thought of having a male actor - Ryan de Villiers, playing as Miss Trunchbull enhanced that dramatic silhouette and aid so much more in the storytelling.

All in all, I'm infatuated with Matilda the Musical. It's something not seen before where kids dominate the stage, scenes were well thought out for everyone to immerse into the whimsical world of Roald Dahl and everyone left the theatre in cheers for all the actors. The clever mix of fun and fright ultimately produces an empowering tale for all ages.

Matilda the Musical is now playing at the Marina Bay Sands Theatre and is set to end on 17 March 2019. For more information, please visit:www.matildathemusical.com.

Matilda The Musical
Venue: Sands Theatre @ Marina Bay Sands 
From: 21 February 2019
Showtimes: Tue - Fri: 7.30pm | Sat: 2pm & 7.30pm | Sun: 1pm & 6pm
Prices: Tue - Thur: $68 - $178 | Fri - Sun: $68 - $198 (excluding $4 ticketing fee)

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Matilda The Musical Is Coming To Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands

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Acclaimed as ‘the standout musical of the decade’ by the UK’s Sunday Times, the multi award-winning Matilda The Musical will make its debut in Singapore from 21 February 2019 at the Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands. Inspired by the beloved book by the incomparable Roald Dahl, Matilda The Musical has taken both London’s West End and Broadway by storm, garnering five-star reviews across the board. Winner of over 85 international awards, including 16 for Best Musical, Matilda is now in its seventh year in London where it continues to delight audiences of all ages, and has been seen by more than 8 million people. The Singapore season marks the first time the hit musical has ventured to Asia, having toured to Australia and New Zealand from 2015-2017. 

Armed with vivid sets and castings, the musical will be bringing the magic of Roald Dahl’s fictional world to Marina Bay Sands from 21 February 2019.

Matilda The Musical was commissioned by the Royal Shakespeare Company and played to sold-out audiences at the RSC’s The Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon in England for 12 weeks from November 2010 to January 2011. It transferred to the West End later that year and swept the board at the 2012 Olivier Awards, winning a record-breaking seven awards. As well as winning the award for Best New Musical, the four young actresses who originated and shared the title role made history by taking home the collective award for Best Actress in a Musical. The New York production of Matilda opened in 2013 at Broadway’s Shubert Theatre to rapturous reviews, was awarded the accolade ‘#1 Show of the Year’ from TIME Magazine, and won five Tony Awards®. 

The musical follows the tale of young prodigy Matilda Wormwood as she navigates the ups and downs of her childhood. Namely, being bullied by her TV-addicted parents and her formidable school headmistress Miss Trunchbull for being too smart. 

As she grows up, she begins to resist the challenges and obstacles presented to her, learning that sometimes you have to be a "little bit naughty" in order to get through life. 

Seeking solace in the library in a world of her imagination and creation, Matilda forms strong bonds with adults such as Librarian Mrs Phelps and her class teacher Miss Honey. Together they give her the confidence to embrace her special gift and individuality which is needed to reclaim her life.

Featuring a smart and witty original score by Olivier Award winner Tim Minchin, alongside an exciting book by Tony Award®-winning playwright Dennis Kelly, and ingenious staging by Tony Award® winning director Matthew Warchus and Tony Award® winning choreographer Peter Darling, the musical adaptation is one of the most successful British musicals of modern times. The production has sets and costumes by Tony Award® winner Rob Howell, with orchestrations, additional music and musical supervision by Christopher Nightingale, lighting by Tony Award® winner Hugh Vanstone, and sound by Simon Baker.

 With an incredible cast of young performers, Matilda inspires and delights audiences both young and old. The timeless story of a small girl's determination to challenge those above her for the greater good, combined with Roald Dahl's signature wit and naughtiness, makes this an unforgettable West End musical.

Tickets are already on sale at marinabaysands.com and all SISTIC channels. These are on a first come, first served basis, so better grab them quick to experience the magic first-hand! For detailed background information on the show and the characters please visit: www.matildathemusical.com.

Matilda The Musical
Venue: Sands Theatre @ Marina Bay Sands 
From: 21 February 2019
Showtimes: Tue - Fri: 7.30pm | Sat: 2pm & 7.30pm | Sun: 1pm & 6pm
Prices: Tue - Thur: $68 - $178 | Fri - Sun: $68 - $198 (excluding $4 ticketing fee)

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Our Date Back In Time With Circus 1903

Hi Huneybees,

Last week, hubby and I were transported back to 1903, back to the days of decadence, grandeur, and romance when it was the Golden Age of Circus Acts. Musicals and theatre performances aside, the Mastercard Theatre at Marina Bay Sands was transformed into a circus tent on stage.

CIRCUS 1903 - The Golden Age of Circus features death-defying high-wire acts, contortionists, bicycle wheel of death, knife throwers and much more daredevil entertainment. We were gripping tight to our seats as we watched the circus performers "rehearse" and "prepare" (in Act 1) for the grand circus show (in Act 2).

Act: Russia Cradle

Russian Cradle Performers - Marcella Collares de Queiroz Ribeir & Olavo Rocha Muniz.

The danger level was elevated because all these acts were performed within the tight restraint of the stage. Though there were safety mats, but I wouldn't want to imagine if there were any incidents. But not all acts were that heart bursting. Luckily, the Ringmaster (David Williamson) was there in between the acts for some comedic relief as while as interaction with the audience.

I was especially drawn to the Contortionist - Senayt Asefa Amare from Ethiopia. The way she contorts her body was never seen before, she was so flexible, bending her body in remarkable poses. 

Contortionist Senayet Assefa Amare

I've seen several contorting acts before but Senayt really got me freaked, it's as though her body joints do not exist! You have got to see it, to believe it!

Of course, the highlight of Circus 1903 is that there are no live animals. The African Elephants (Queenie and Peanut), you see in the ads and posters are actually a clever, never-seen-before scaled puppetry that requires 4 puppeteers to "animate" the elephant. 

Created by the model makers who created the National Theatre's War Horse, Queenie and Peanut were brought to life on stage through exquisite movements. They move like real elephants, ear flipping and playing with water, demonstrating a mother and child relationship on stage, bringing us laughs, cheers and a little happy tear...

Both hubby and I truly enjoyed the Circus 1903. It was an extraordinary evening Base Entertainment Asia presented and we went home hoping for more. It is a beautiful piece of performance for audiences of all ages and it will be ending this weekend, be sure to catch it before it goes!


CIRCUS 1903 - The Golden Age of Circus
Season: From 18 to 29 April 2018

Performance Times:
Wednesday to Friday: 7:30pm
Saturday: 11:00am, 3:00pm and 7:00pm
Sunday:11:00am, 3:00pm and 7:00pm

Ticket Price:
Wednesday to Thursday
A Reserve - SGD145
B Reserve - SGD115
C Reserve - SGD95
D Reserve - SGD65
VIP Box - SGD580
Box Seat (4 Seats) - SGD380

Friday to Sunday
A Reserve - SGD165
B Reserve - SGD135
C Reserve - SGD95
D Reserve - SGD65
VIP Box - SGD660
Box Seat (4 Seats) - SGD380

*Prices excludes the booking fee of SGD$4 per ticket

Bookings:
Internet: www.MarinaBaySands.com/ticketing or www.sistic.com.sg
Phone: +65 6688 8826
In Person At: Marina Bay Sands Box Offices (Museum, Theatres, SkyPark, Retail Mall and Hotel Tower 1 Lobby).

For more information, please log onto www.MarinaBaySands.com.

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