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Music | Theatre

The Zodiac Race

An Esplanade Commission
The Finger Players and Ding Yi Music Company (Singapore)

24 – 27 Jul 2023

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1hr

(Intermission: None)

Singtel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade

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Synopsis

Twelve animals from earth compete in a battle of speed and wit to cross the heavenly gate—the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig. As a reward for turning up, the heavenly Emperor promises to name a year in the zodiac after each animal, while the race will determine the order in which they would be placed in the lunar calendar.

 

A fierce competition between the twelve animals ensues, triggering a series of celestial events which rock the universe across time and space. 

 

A sonic extravaganza, the emotionally and musically charged production combines the best talents from two award winning companies, Ding Yi Music Company and The Finger Players. 

 

Learning Objectives

  • Identify traditional Chinese instruments in a Chinese ensemble

  • Appreciate Chinese mythology through the art of puppetry and Chinese traditional music

  • Identify emotions and moods through musical expressions such as changes in tempo, textures and timbres

  • Learn the importance of teamwork and working harmoniously through music and puppetry

Recommended Age: Primary School students
Admission Age:
7 and above.
Language: English
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Date & Time

24 Jul 2023, Mon

10am

SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade

2.30pm

SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade

25 Jul 2023, Tue

10am

SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade

2.30pm

SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade

26 Jul 2023, Wed

10am

SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade

2.30pm

SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade

27 Jul 2023, Thu

10am

SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade

2.30pm

SingTel Waterfront Theatre at Esplanade
Tickets & Prices
Standard
Price $23

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.

 

The complimentary offer is only available for purchases made in a single transaction for the same show title.

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SPED Schools

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

 

The complimentary offer is only available for purchases made in a single transaction for the same show title.

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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 Primary Schools 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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