Love Suicides at Sonezaki: Introduction

Love Suicides at Sonezaki is written by Chikamatsu Monzaemon in Japan. First staged in 1703, it describes a tragedy of two lovers, Tokube and Ohatsu, who are pushed by circumstances until they decide to end their lives. The play had created such a sensation among the public audiences that copycat suicides happened until the authorities … Continue reading →

A Very W!LD Ride

Summer Internship with W!LD RICE: Alfian Sa’at In The Spotlight Festival 2013 By: Tabitha Loh My internship experience started slightly before we began rehearsals for In The Spotlight (ITS).  With the extra time, I was given the opportunity to be involved by support Ivan administratively– taking over his schedules and setting up meetings and interviews … Continue reading →