Esplanade Presents

Theatre

The Thursday Afternoon Club: The Light of Time

An Esplanade Commission
Drama Box (Singapore)

9 – 18 Jul 2025

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1hr 30mins

(Intermission: None)

Esplanade Annexe Studio

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Synopsis

On the eve of the Physics pre-pre-pre-pre-Prelims, a group of students and their teacher are pulling an all-nighter at an ice cream cafe. In this world where schools prepare students for every possible scenario in life, the students often feel as if time is slipping through their fingers, leaving them anxious and overwhelmed.

 

On this night, something strange happens—they find themselves in inexplicable situations where time does not move in the usual way. As they try to unravel this mystery, each one of them is forced to confront the compromises they’ve made, their true desires and deeper purpose in life.

 

The first episode of The Thursday Afternoon Club, an original series where characters experience various adventures and struggles together, this performance was born from a desire to create a safe space where students can process their anxieties and struggles in dealing with studies and friendship while finding their place in life. Inspiration for this performance resulted from a year-long research phase comprising facilitated conversations with youths between the ages of 14 and 18.

 

Learning Objectives

  • Develop the ability for introspection and critical reflection

  • Build resilience in dealing with challenges and stresses

  • Cultivate a healthy sense of self-worth

Recommended Age: 13 and above.
Admission Age:
7 and above.
Language: English
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Artist Information

Drama Box

Website

Founded in 1990, Drama Box is a socially engaged theatre company known for creating works that inspire dialogue, reflection and change. By shining a spotlight on marginalised narratives and making space for the communal contemplation of complex issues, it seeks to tell stories that provoke a deeper understanding of Singapore’s culture, history and identity.

 

Drama Box is a charity and Institution of Public Character (IPC) registered in Singapore, supported by the National Arts Council under the Major Company Scheme for the period of April 2023 and March 2026.

Date & Time

9 Jul 2025, Wed

2.30pm

Esplanade Annexe Studio

10 Jul 2025, Thu

2.30pm

Esplanade Annexe Studio

11 Jul 2025, Fri

2.30pm

Esplanade Annexe Studio

14 Jul 2025, Mon

2.30pm

Esplanade Annexe Studio

15 Jul 2025, Tue

2.30pm

Esplanade Annexe Studio

16 Jul 2025, Wed

2.30pm

Esplanade Annexe Studio

17 Jul 2025, Thu

2.30pm

Esplanade Annexe Studio

18 Jul 2025, Fri

2.30pm

Esplanade Annexe Studio
Tickets & Prices
Standard
Price $27

Schools

(All Mainstream Primary and Secondary Schools, Junior Colleges and Centralised Institute)


For every 20 student tickets purchased per performance, one complimentary teacher ticket will be issued.


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SPED Schools

For every 10 student tickets purchased per performance, two complimentary teacher tickets will be issued.

 

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Homeschools and International Schools

To make a booking, please contact Esplanade Box Office at 68288389 or email boxoffice@esplanade.com.

For enquiries, email education@esplanade.com.

Tote Board Arts Grant

All Secondary Schools, Junior Colleges / Centralised Institute & ITEs may use the Tote Board Arts Grant to subsidise up to 50% of the programme cost.

All SPED Schools may use the Tote Board Arts Grant to subsidise up to 70% of the programme cost.

For more details, please contact Esplanade Box Office at 6828 8389 or email boxoffice@esplanade.com.

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