Masala Chai

Masala Chai  is a multi-sensory storytelling experience that celebrates cultural heritage and emotional connection through the act of brewing tea. The story revolves around Anya and her grandmother, Aatha, who makes the best masala chai—soothing, calming, and all things delicious! Whenever Anya feels down, Aatha always comes to the rescue with the bestest, world’s most loveliest cup of masala chai.

One day, Anya gets really upset. Lately, Aatha can’t even seem to remember her some days. Anya believes that brewing the tea, just like Aatha used to, might help bring her grandmother back… if only she could remember the steps and ingredients too!

Masala Chai  highlights the shared yet unique cultural practices of different racial communities, creating a space for audiences to reflect on the act of intergenerational love, and the act of preserving and sharing heritage.

This showcase consists of a participative performance and a facilitated discussion with the artists.

About PLAYlab

This showcase is part of PLAYlab, a developmental platform at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, targeting budding artists or collectives interested in Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) for children 12 years old and under. PLAYlab aims to provide opportunities for research and development in the creation of new TYA productions at the centre and in Singapore.