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Academic Papers
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Publication of 2013 International Chinese Opera Seminar Papers
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The publication was launch at the International Academic Chinese Opera Forum on 6 Sep 2014 at the National Library Board by Mr Choo Thiam Siew, CEO for Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre.
The publication 《戏曲在海内外的最新进展—2013年狮城国际学术研讨会论文集》is written in Chinese which comes in hard and soft cover version consisting of 283 pages. 2000 books were printed for the first batch.

Publication of 2015 International Chinese Opera Seminar Papers
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The publication “传统与现代” was launch on Mar 2017.
This is a gather of all papers from the various Chinese opera expertise that have participated in the International Chinese Opera Academic Seminar 2015.

Singapore Chinese Opera Festival
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Chinese opera is a treasure passed down from our forefathers. As Chinese, it is an important calling for us to continue this rich tradition. The TAC holds this aim and plans to fulfill it step by step, through concrete measures, to effectively develop and transmit this traditional art form here. As such, we would like to hold an event that would be truly a cultural brand of our own – a  Singaporean Chinese Opera festival.

Singapore Chinese Opera Festival 2014
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5-7, 12-14 Sep 2014

TAC had organised the first “Singapore Chinese Opera Festival 2014” on 5-7, 12-14 Sep 2014 held at Hong Lim Park. At this Festival, Singaporeans had got to enjoy quality performances by local and overseas opera troupes from the six opera genres – China Fujian Theatre of Peking Opera (Peking Opera), Thau Yong Amateur Musical Association (Teochew Opera), Hymn Rhyme Sing Opera Club (Hainanese Opera), Jing Xiu Arts Centre Opera Troupe (Hokkien Opera), MPCC Shanghai Yue Opera Appreciation Club (Shanghai Yue Opera), Kong Chow Wui Koon Music and Opera Division (Cantonese Opera) and Traditional Arts Centre (Peking Opera), Besides live performances, public also enjoyed in Chinese Opera Film screening from various opera genres.

Ms Low Yen Ling (Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Social and Family Development & Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth and Mayor, South West District) was the Guests-of-Honour.

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Singapore Chinese Opera Festival 2016
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11-13, 18-20 Nov 2016

TAC had organised the second “Singapore Chinese Opera Festival 2016” on 11-13, 18-20 Nov 2016 held at Kreta Ayer People`s Theatre and Kreta Ayer Square. At this Festival, Singaporeans had got to enjoy quality performances by local and overseas opera troupes from the Anqing City Huangmei Opera Art Theatre (Huangmei Opera), Xin Yue Yun Yue Opera Troupe (Shanghai Yue Opera), Nam Hwa Opera Limited (Teochew Opera), Singapore Chinese Arts Centre (Peking Opera) and Opera Works (Cantonese Opera), Besides performances, public also got a chance to enjoy at the pre-show workshop known as the “Chinese Opera playground”.

Mr Baey Yam Keng (Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth) was the Guests-of-Honour for the opening.

International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar/ Talk By Famous Artistes
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International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar
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16-17 Dec 2017

“International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar” were held on 16-17 Dec 2017 at the Central National Library – The Pod. Experts from China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea and Singapore were invited to present papers and conduct discussions on the interaction between traditional opera and modern developments. The Guest of honour is Mr Choo Thiam Siew-世界华人文化交流会总裁

Speakers include: Professor Gong Yu (Beijing), 竹本干夫 (Japan), Sun Huizhu (Shanghai), Zhu Hengfu (Shanghai), Mao Xiaoyu (Beijing), Jiang Chunai (Korea), Wang Shaojun (Beijing), Lin Xianyuan (Taipei), Yu Weijie (Singapore), Fujioka Doko (Japan), Li Chengzai (Korea), Shen Guangren (Singapore), Wang Donglan (Japan), Zhang Tingting (Nanjing), Quan Xiaofang (Beijing), Liao Xiazhen (Shanghai).

TAC Masterclass
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11 Dec 2017

Prof Lu Suosen, (Professor of the National Academy of Chinese Theatre Art specializing in directing), also the instructor of the TAC`s masterclass had conducted a talk on 11 Dec 2017 at the National Library – THE POD. He had touched on the topic of the various performing technique of Wu Sheng (Male role well versed with martial arts).

“Talks By Famous Artistes”
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12 Nov 2017

”Talks by Famous Artistes” was organized on 12 Nov 2017 at the National Library Board – THE POD by Mr Huang Xinde. A renowned artiste from the Anqing Huangmei Opera Troupe which had tapped on the topic of his artistic career in Huangmei Opera. He had also discussed on the interaction between traditional opera and modern developments, especially the development of Huangmei opera outside China.

“International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar 2015”
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7-8 Nov 2017

“International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar 2015” was held on 7-8 Nov 2015 at the Central National Library – The Pod. Experts from local and overseas were invited to present papers and conduct discussions on the interaction between traditional opera and modern developments. Mr Sam Tan Chin Siong – Minister of State, Prime Minister’s Office & Ministry of Manpower & Deputy Government Whip was the Guests-of-Honour.
Speakers include: Zhou Long (China), Liu Zhen (China), Ma Guo Jun (China), Sun Guizhu (China), Wang Shaojun (China), Hai Zhen (China), Shen Youzhu (China), Zhou Hong (China), Liu Zuoyu (China), Kang Hailing (China), Tsai Hsin Hsin (Taiwan), Li Qifeng (Hong Kong), Song Miao (Canada), KATO Toru (Japan), Jiang Chun Ai (Korea), Yu Weijie (Singapore), Shen Guanren (Singapore) and Hu Jing （Singapore）.

“Publication of 2013 International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar Papers”
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6 Nov 2017

“Publication of 2013 International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar papers” was launched on 6 Nov 2014 by Mr Choo Thiam Siew, CEO for Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre at the Central National Library – The Pod. Apart from it, a two day “International Academic Chinese Opera Forum” were also held on 6-7 Nov 2014 at the Central National Library – The Pod, in conjunction with the “Singapore Chinese Opera Festival 2014”. Experts from China and Singapore were invited to present papers and conduct discussions on the interaction between traditional opera and modern developments.

Speakers include: Lu Suo Sen (China), Zhu Zhen Bang (Singapore), Pei Fu Lin (China), Zhang Li (Singapore), Wu Yan Qiu (China), Yu Wei Jie (Singapore).

“International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar 2013”
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3 Nov 2013

The International Academic Chinese Opera Seminar 2013 was organized by the Traditional Arts Centre and was held on 3rd Nov 2013 at the Central National Library. This event was supported by the National Library Board of Singapore and partially sponsored by the National Arts Council. Mr Choo Thiam Siew, President for Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts was the Guest of Honour. This seminar examined the current situation of Chinese opera in South East Asia. 15 distinguished scholars, leading actors, directors, educators and promoters shared their views on recent developments of Chinese opera in different cultural environments.

The following researchers are: Ma Guojun (China), Liu Zhen (China), 有泽晶子 (Japan), Zhu Hengfu (China), An Xiangfu (Korea), Zhao Bingxiang (China), Chua Soo Pong (Singapore), Lu Jun (China), Yu Weijie (Singapore), Rong Shicheng (Singapore), Zhou Dewang (China), Yu Fanglin (China), Shen Guangren (Singapore) and Cai Bi Xia (Singapore).

Chinese Opera Extravaganza
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“Chinese Opera Extravaganza” is a biennial event organised by TAC. The event had achieved to agglomerate various local and overseas troupes together for better strength to work ahead for the promoting of traditional arts and also to promote unity among the groups and to wider audience base for Chinese Opera appreciation.

“Chinese Opera Extravaganza 2017”
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16-17 Dec 2013

“Chinese Opera Extravaganza 2017” was held on the 16-17 Dec 2017, at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre Auditorium. Mr Wang Jiarong, Counsellor and Consul General, Embassy of the People`s Republic of China in the Republic of Singapore as Guest of Honour. The Huanggang Arts Academy (China) had showcased Huangmei Opera on 16 Dec 2017 and followed by the performance from the Things International Pte. Ltd (Hokkien Opera), Ping Sheh Singapore (Peking Opera), Kwok Sing Musical Association (Cantonese Opera), Qiongju Society of Singapore (Hainanese Opera), Nanyang Pho Leng Hui Kuan Teochew Opera Class (Teochew Opera), Sam Kiang Chinese Opera Troupe (Yue Opera) on the 17 Dec 2017.

“Chinese Opera Extravaganza 2015”
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7-8 Nov 2015

“Chinese Opera Extravaganza 2015” was organised on 7 & 8 Nov 2015 at the Kreta Ayer People`s Theatre. It is a showcase of an international Chinese opera troupe; Fujian Mingju Opera, and eight local and overseas mix genres of Chinese opera groups over the two days event. Ms Tin Pei Ling, MP for Macpherson was the Guest-of-Honour. Participated groups include Fujian Provincial Experimental Min Opera Theatre (China), Zhejiang Wu Opera research Centre (China), Ping Sheh Singapore, The Teochew Drama Association, Chinese Cultural Arts Centre, Xiu Yu Opera Troupe, Xin Yue Yun Yue Opera Troupe, Hua Yi Workz and Traditional Arts Centre (Singapore) Young People`s Opera Theatre.

“Chinese Opera Extravaganza 2013”
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5 Nov 2013

“Chinese Opera Extravaganza 2013” was organized on the 5th November 2013, at the Kreta Ayer Peoples` Theatre. Mr Sam Tan Chin Siong (Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Mayor, Central Singapore District) as the Guest-of-Honour. Six local opera troupes of different dialect groups were invited to showcase an opera excerpts in the event. They are from Nam Hwa Opera (Teochew Opera), Chinese Theatre Circle (Cantonese Opera), Sim Siew Tin Hokkien Opera Troupe (Hokkien Opera), Qiong Ju Society of Singapore (Hainanese Opera) and Marine Parade Community Club Shanghai Yue Opera Appreciation Club (Shanghai Yue Opera).

Singapore Youth Opera Showcase
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Initiated and organised by TAC to promote and encourage young people to learn and perform Chinese Opera, the “Singapore Youth Opera Showcase” has been held annually in August since 2013. It had provided a good platform for school`s pupils to showcase their talents and to learn from their counterparts. We believed that to revive traditional opera, we must begin with young Singaporeans. Early exposure is the best mean to nurture opera talents and audiences.
“Singapore Youth Opera Showcase” will undoubtedly provide a valuable experience for the targeted audience and young performers. We also believed that this encounter with the traditional arts will help the younger generation to appreciate their cultural roots and develop an interest in finer things in life.

Youth Opera Showcase 2017
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16 Aug 2017

”Youth Opera Showcase 2017” was held on 16 August 2017, at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre Auditorium. Ms Low Yen Ling, Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Education & Ministry of Trade and Industry. Mayor, South West CDC as the Guest-of-Honour. Young performers from the Singapore Chinese Girls` School (Primary), Poi Ching School and Xinmin Secondary School trained by the Traditional Arts Centre performed at the showcase. Besides, overseas troupe from Beijing, China and Anhui, China were invited to perform at the showcase too.

Youth Opera Showcase 2016
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26 Aug 2016

“Youth Opera Showcase 2016” was organised on the 26 August 2016, at the Kreta Ayer People`s Theatre. Ms Low Yen Ling, Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Education & Ministry of Trade and Industry. Mayor, South West CDC as the Guest-of-Honour. Young performers from the Singapore Chinese Girls` School (Primary), Poi Ching School, CHIJ (Toa Payoh) and Xinmin Secondary School trained by the Traditional Arts Centre performed at the showcase. Besides, overseas troupe from the Jin Kun Arts Troupe of Jin Yuan Primary School (Beijing, China) and the Shi Zhao Yuan Primary School of Anqing City (Anhui, China) were invited to perform at the showcase too.

This event had provided opportunities for young performers to enhance their skills and knowledge of what they have learnt from school Chinese opera co-curriculum activities. The performing arts instill in the school’s students a sense of graciousness and appreciation of the rich culture and heritage of a multi-racial society.

Youth Opera Showcase 2015
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28 Aug 2015

“Youth Opera Showcase 2015” was held on the 28 August 2015, at the Kreta Ayer People`s Theatre. Mdm Lee Geck Hoon, Ellen, PBM, MP for Sembawang GRC as the Guest-of-Honour. Four local schools participated in the event and each school showcased an opera excerpt in the Huangmei style. These young performers from Singapore Chinese Girls` School (Primary), Poi Ching School, CHIJ (Toa Payoh) and Xinmin Secondary School.

Youth Opera Showcase 2014
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30 Aug 2014

“Youth Opera Showcase 2014” was organized on the 30 August 2014, at the Kreta Ayer People`s Theatre. Mr Baey Yam Keng, MP for Tampines GRC as the Guest-of-Honour. Six local schools participated in the event and each school showcased an opera excerpt in the Huangmei style. The young performers from Singapore Chinese Girls` School (Primary), Poi Ching School, Hai Sing Catholic School, North Vista Secondary School, CHIJ (Toa Payoh) and Xinmin Secondary School were trained by the Traditional Arts Centre during their school CCA in 2014. Besides, young performers from the Traditional Arts Centre (Singapore) Young People`s Opera Theatre had also put up a Teochew excerpts “Love song” extracted from “The story of Chun Xiang”.

Youth Opera Showcase 2013


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7 Sep 2013

”Youth Opera Showcase 2013” was organised on the 7 September 2013, at the Kreta Ayer People`s Theatre. Mr Seng Han Thong, MP for Ang Mo Kio GRC as the Guest-of-Honour. Five local schools participated in the event and each school showcased an opera excerpt in the Huangmei style. The young performers from Singapore Chinese Girls` School (Primary), Hai Sing Catholic School, North Vista Secondary School, CHIJ (Toa Payoh) and Xinmin Secondary School were trained by the Traditional Arts Centre during their school CCA in 2013.

Others
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24,25 Mar 2018
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TAC participated at the Arts in Your Neighborhood event organized by the National Arts Council. Huangmei Opera “Three Beatings of the White Bone Demon” was performed at Bedok Square and Yew Tee Square respectively.

21 Nov 2016
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Our Artistic Director – Cai Bi Xia was invited by the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations to deliver a talk on the topic of “Promoting Chinese Opera in Singapore”.

24 Jan 2016
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Artistic director – Cai Bi Xia was invited to be the guest speaker for the topic of “Inheritance and Future of Chinese Opera in Singapore “at the SCO auditorium for the “Blooms of Vitality, Colours of Life – A Touch of Singapore Chinese Culture” exhibition organised by the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre.

River Hong Bao (2015 – Present)
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Since 2015, TAC was invited yearly to conduct Chinese Opera workshop at the “River Hong Bao 2015” for the “Arts @ The Fridge – Experience the beauty of performing arts and be fascinated by the intricacies of various artistry”.

8 Feb 2014
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TAC`s held its Opening ceremony cum Chinese New Year celebration on 8 Feb 2014 at Goodman Arts Centre Blk B #02-03. Mr Choo Thiam Siew, President, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts was invited as the Guest-of-honour. Mr Xiao Chan Zhang, Embassy of the People`s Republic of China in the Republic of Singapore and Ms Tsai Hsin Hsin, principal of the Taiwan Academy Arts School as well as invited guests from cultural organisation were also presence to view the auspicious occasion.

17 Feb 2013
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TAC presented Huangmei Opera ‘Mu Gui Ying’ at the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre for the “Hua Yi Festival.

Past Events
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14 Feb 2014
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Teochew Opera excerpts “Reunion at the Capital” and “Engagement at the Garden” were performed on 14 Feb 2014 by Traditional Arts Centre (Singapore) for the Chui Hua Lin Club’s “Mid Lunar New Year Dinner 2014”.

9 Feb 2014
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Traditional Arts Centre (Singapore) presented Teochew Opera “Eighteen Miles Farewell” from at the Esplanade outdoor stage for “Hua Yi Festival 2014”.

16 Nov 2013
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Traditional Arts Centre (Singapore) was invited to perform at the Asian Civilisation Museum for the “Cross Cultural Exchange” performance on 16 Nov 2013. “Cinderella” was performed in Teochew Opera style.

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30-31 August 2013
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Artistic Director Cai Bi Xia was invited to perform at the Singapore Press Holding
90th Anniversary Gala held at Fort Canning Hill.

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20-23 August 2013
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On 23rd and 24th of August 2013, Traditional Arts Centre Singapore and Convent of the Holy Infant Jesus Secondary School jointly presents Huangmei Opera “Hua Mu Lan” at Plaza Singapura for the “Summer Nite Festival”

9 June 2013
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Traditional Arts Centre (Singapore) were invited to perform at Joo Chiat Community Club for the “Dumpling Festival Celebration”. Huangmei opera “Hua Mu Lan” and Teochew opera song were presented.

17 Feb 2013
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Traditional Arts Centre (Singapore) presented Huangmei Opera “Mu Gui Ying” on 17 February 2013 at the Esplanade outdoor stage for “Hua Yi Festival 2013”.

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