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La Vie en Rose

Singapore, 17 March 2015 - Join anniversary of Edith Piaf’s birth with spirit of the most celebrated French music icon of all time.

Running from 27 to 30 May 2015showcase of her classic hits that will be reinterpreted into contemporary genres. feature the talents of Dream AcademyLinden Furnell and Robin Goh, and singers Rani Singam and Leandra Leandra. The production will also mark singer L.A Benjamin’s stage debut in Singapore.

Each of these artists will put their own personal spin on Piaf’s timeless songs by drawing on their own life experiences. Their various renditions will range from jazz and pop to classic, rock and latin, thus showing that the beauty of Piaf’s melodies carry through regardless of musical genre. This confluence of styles and perspectives ties in with Sing’theatre’s philosophy of creaSingapore and France. Singaporean audiences, especially, will be in for a treat as this will be a rare opportunity for them to watch Lim Kay Siu, known for his roles in theatre, singing on stage or to watch Sebastian Tan performing outside of his popular Broadway Beng

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La Vie en Rose – A Concert of Exhilarating Talent

Join Singapore’s most acclaimed artists andanniversary of Edith Piaf’s birth with La Vie en Rose, a concert that raises a toast to the passion and spirit of the most celebrated French music icon of all time.

at the Victoria Theatre, this 90-minutes concert by Sing’theatre is a showcase of her classic hits that will be reinterpreted into contemporary genres. feature the talents of Dream Academy® Artist Sebastian Tan, theatre actor Lim Kay Siu, performers

oh, and singers Rani Singam and Leandra Leandra. The production will also mark singer L.A Benjamin’s stage debut in Singapore.

s will put their own personal spin on Piaf’s timeless songs by drawing on their own various renditions will range from jazz and pop to classic, rock and latin, thus

melodies carry through regardless of musical genre. This confluence of styles and perspectives ties in with Sing’theatre’s philosophy of creating a cultural bridge between Singapore and France. Singaporean audiences, especially, will be in for a treat as this will be a rare opportunity for them to watch Lim Kay Siu, known for his roles in theatre, singing on stage or to watch

orming outside of his popular Broadway Beng® persona.

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A Concert of Exhilarating Talent

and celebrate the 100th , a concert that raises a toast to the passion and

concert by Sing’theatre is a showcase of her classic hits that will be reinterpreted into contemporary genres. La Vie en Rose will

Sebastian Tan, theatre actor Lim Kay Siu, performers oh, and singers Rani Singam and Leandra Leandra. The production will

s will put their own personal spin on Piaf’s timeless songs by drawing on their own various renditions will range from jazz and pop to classic, rock and latin, thus

melodies carry through regardless of musical genre. This confluence ting a cultural bridge between

Singapore and France. Singaporean audiences, especially, will be in for a treat as this will be a rare opportunity for them to watch Lim Kay Siu, known for his roles in theatre, singing on stage or to watch




“This is a very special year for both Singapore and France, the former for having entered its jubilee year and the latter for entering the centennialdecided to celebrate this milestone with a concert that brings Piaf’s joie de vivre to life. Not only will Vie en Rose show off her more exuberant side, it will also demonstrate the timelessness and versatility of her songs,” explains Ms Nathalie Ribette, Founder of Sing’tLa Vie en Rose.

“To me, Edith Piaf has always been a symbol of hope and inspiration. She started from such a humble beginning and yet managed to fight her way to the top of the musicthis production and I look forward to sharing my reinterpretation of her songs with our audience,” says Sebastian Tan, Dream Academy® Artist.

La Vie en Rose will run from 27 to 30 May 2015 at the Victoria Theatre. Tickets will be available through SISTIC from 27 March 2015 onwards

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Notes to editors:- Interviews are available upon request with the following:

- Director and Producer Nathalie Ribette- Performers LA Benjamin, Linden Furnell, Robin Goh, Leandra Leandra, Lim Kay Siu, Rani

Singam and Sebastian Tan

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About Edith Piaf

Born into a life of squalor, Edith Piaf was abandoned by her mother and was raised in a cheap Normandy brothel. As a child, she became blind, but miraculously recovered a few years later. Her first big break came thanks to the cabaret owner Louis Leplée, wa black dress, which later became her signature apparel. Her only child died of meningitis at the age of two. And her great romance with the boxer Marcel Cerdan ended in tragedy, as her lover his way to meet her in New York.

Some of her songs include La Vie en roseabandonment played an important part in her songs, giving them authenticity and power. By 1946, snot only won the hearts of those in Europe, but had also received rapturous reviews for her performances in the United States despite failing to attract large audiences for her first concerts. Piaf’s a Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 1998.2007 biopic La Vie en Rose, the 3rd



“This is a very special year for both Singapore and France, the former for having entered its jubilee year centennial of the birth of Edith Piaf. For the first time e

decided to celebrate this milestone with a concert that brings Piaf’s joie de vivre to life. Not only will show off her more exuberant side, it will also demonstrate the timelessness and versatility

halie Ribette, Founder of Sing’theatre and the Director and Producer of

“To me, Edith Piaf has always been a symbol of hope and inspiration. She started from such a humble beginning and yet managed to fight her way to the top of the music world. I am honoured to be a part of this production and I look forward to sharing my reinterpretation of her songs with our audience,” says

Artist.

to 30 May 2015 at the Victoria Theatre. Tickets will be available through onwards.

For more information, please log on to: www.facebook.com/singtheatre.

views are available upon request with the following:Director and Producer Nathalie Ribette. Performers LA Benjamin, Linden Furnell, Robin Goh, Leandra Leandra, Lim Kay Siu, Rani Singam and Sebastian Tan.

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Born into a life of squalor, Edith Piaf was abandoned by her mother and was raised in a cheap Normandy brothel. As a child, she became blind, but miraculously recovered a few years later. Her first big break came thanks to the cabaret owner Louis Leplée, who taught her the basics of stage presence and told her to wear a black dress, which later became her signature apparel. Her only child died of meningitis at the age of two. And her great romance with the boxer Marcel Cerdan ended in tragedy, as her lover died in a plane crash on

La Vie en rose, No Regrets, Hymn to Love and My Manabandonment played an important part in her songs, giving them authenticity and power. By 1946, snot only won the hearts of those in Europe, but had also received rapturous reviews for her performances in the United States despite failing to attract large audiences for her first concerts. Piaf’s

in 1998. More recently, audiences everywhere celebrated her life, making the highest grossing French language film in the United States since 1980.

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“This is a very special year for both Singapore and France, the former for having entered its jubilee year of the birth of Edith Piaf. For the first time ever, we have

decided to celebrate this milestone with a concert that brings Piaf’s joie de vivre to life. Not only will La show off her more exuberant side, it will also demonstrate the timelessness and versatility

heatre and the Director and Producer of

“To me, Edith Piaf has always been a symbol of hope and inspiration. She started from such a humble world. I am honoured to be a part of

this production and I look forward to sharing my reinterpretation of her songs with our audience,” says

to 30 May 2015 at the Victoria Theatre. Tickets will be available through

Performers LA Benjamin, Linden Furnell, Robin Goh, Leandra Leandra, Lim Kay Siu, Rani

Born into a life of squalor, Edith Piaf was abandoned by her mother and was raised in a cheap Normandy brothel. As a child, she became blind, but miraculously recovered a few years later. Her first big break came

ho taught her the basics of stage presence and told her to wear a black dress, which later became her signature apparel. Her only child died of meningitis at the age of two.

died in a plane crash on

My Man. Love, separation and abandonment played an important part in her songs, giving them authenticity and power. By 1946, she had not only won the hearts of those in Europe, but had also received rapturous reviews for her performances in the United States despite failing to attract large audiences for her first concerts. Piaf’s La Vie en rose earned

More recently, audiences everywhere celebrated her life, making the highest grossing French language film in the United States since 1980.




Marion Cotillard’s interpretation of Piaf or and a BAFTA Award for ‘Best Actress in a Leading RoleAbout Sing’theatre

Sing’theatre is a non-profit theatre company created in 2006 to promote cultural exchanges and contribute to Singapore’s nationwide efforts to bring arts and culture to everyone, everywhere, every day.

It is the first local company to produce shows in English, with Singaporecultural heritage.

Following Sing’theatre’s efforts to build bridges and mutual understanding between European and Singaporean cultures, Sing’theatre was recognized in May 2011 by the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Arts (MICA) for its contribution to Singapore and was granted Institution of Public Character status (IPC).

For the past 8 years, Sing’theatre has staged productions preseas well as plays and musicals written in Singapore.

The best of Singapore-based artists performed for Sing’theatre: Emma Yong, Denise Tan, Robin Goh, George Chan, Tony Mc GilFurnell,Tan Kheng Hua, Neo Swee Lin, Serene Chen

Previous Productions: A Singaporean in Paris - 2014 & 2010A French Kiss in Singapore - 2013 8 WOMEN - 2013 No Regrets, A tribute to Edith Piaf - 2011, 2007, 2004Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in ParisMembers Only - 2009

Awards: April 2007: Sing'theatre’s founder and artistic director, N

Women Association (AWA) for culture and education in Singapore”.

January 2010: Nathalie Ribette is conferred the award of French Ministry of Culture.

March 2010: Sing‘theatre’s 1st play, Award 2009 (for Lim Yu Beng).

March 2014: Sing'theatre's 2d play, Theatre Award 2013



Piaf or “the Sparrow” earned her an Academy Award for ‘Best Actress’ Best Actress in a Leading Role’.

profit theatre company created in 2006 to promote cultural exchanges and contribute to Singapore’s nationwide efforts to bring arts and culture to everyone, everywhere, every day.

It is the first local company to produce shows in English, with Singapore-based artists, drawing on French

Following Sing’theatre’s efforts to build bridges and mutual understanding between European and e was recognized in May 2011 by the Ministry of Information,

Communications and the Arts (MICA) for its contribution to Singapore and was granted Institution of Public

For the past 8 years, Sing’theatre has staged productions presenting iconic French and European singers, as well as plays and musicals written in Singapore.

based artists performed for Sing’theatre: Hossan Leong, Sebastian Tan, the late Emma Yong, Denise Tan, Robin Goh, George Chan, Tony Mc Gill, Daniel Jenkins, Lim Yu Beng, Linden

Tan Kheng Hua, Neo Swee Lin, Serene Chen, Daisy Irani and many more.

2014 & 2010

2011, 2007, 2004Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris - 2008

Sing'theatre’s founder and artistic director, Nathalie Ribette is recognized Women Association (AWA) for “extraordinary effort and outstanding contributions to the arts, culture and education in Singapore”.

Nathalie Ribette is conferred the award of Knight in the Order of Arts and Letters of Culture.

play, Members Only is nominated for ‘Best Actor’ at the (for Lim Yu Beng).

Sing'theatre's 2d play, 8 Women received the ‘Best Supporting Actress2013 (for Serene Chen).

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n Academy Award for ‘Best Actress’

profit theatre company created in 2006 to promote cultural exchanges and contribute to Singapore’s nationwide efforts to bring arts and culture to everyone, everywhere, every day.

based artists, drawing on French

Following Sing’theatre’s efforts to build bridges and mutual understanding between European and e was recognized in May 2011 by the Ministry of Information,

Communications and the Arts (MICA) for its contribution to Singapore and was granted Institution of Public

nting iconic French and European singers,

Hossan Leong, Sebastian Tan, the late ns, Lim Yu Beng, Linden

is recognized by the American “extraordinary effort and outstanding contributions to the arts,

Knight in the Order of Arts and Letters by the

at the LIFE! Theatre

Best Supporting Actress’ at the LIFE!




Title: LA VIE EN ROSE

Directed by: Nathalie RIBETTE

Produced by: Nathalie RIBETTE

Cast: L.A BENJAMINLinden FURNELLRobin GOHLeandra LIM Kay SiuRani SINGAMSebastian TAN

Musical Direction by: BANG Wenfu

Musicians: Sebastian HOBrandon WONG LEE Lin Chow August LUM Joanne HO

Set Designer: WONG Chee Wai

Lighting Designer: Petrina Dawn TAN

Sound Designer: Joel Manuel

Costume Designer: Laichan GOH

Venue: Victoria Theatre9 Empress Place

Singapore 179556

Dates: 27 –

Tickets: Available through SISTIC from 27 March (starts on 21 March for OCBC Cardholders)

Ticket price: From $Discounts



FAST FACTS

LA VIE EN ROSE - THE CONCERT

Nathalie RIBETTE

Nathalie RIBETTE

L.A BENJAMINLinden FURNELLRobin GOHLeandra Leandra LIM Kay SiuRani SINGAMSebastian TAN

BANG Wenfu

Sebastian HO – Guitar Brandon WONG – Double bass LEE Lin Chow – Drums August LUM – Piano Joanne HO – Violin / Keyboard

WONG Chee Wai

Petrina Dawn TAN

Joel Manuel FERNANDEZ

Laichan GOH

Victoria Theatre9 Empress Place

ingapore 179556

– 30 May 2015, 8 pm

Available through SISTIC from 27 March 2015 onwards (starts on 21 March for OCBC Cardholders)

rom $ 45.00 (excluding SISTIC handling fee) iscounts available, see on www.sistic.com.sg

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2015 onwards




ANNEX A: BIOGRAPHIES AND INDIVIDUAL PICTURES

L.A BENJAMIN

“What really inspires me about Piaf is her spirit and her determination. Her life story was full of ups and downs and, yet, not once did she ever give up.”– L.A Benjamin

LA’s warm and powerful voice has taken her all over the world talent competitions. She also shared the stage with multifeatured vocalist with “Cirque du Soleil

She got her start performing in Toronto clubs in her teens anfeatured at some of the city’s most popular clubs. LA’s talents brought her to Asia eight years ago where she’s been mesmerizing audiences ever since.

Her eclectic musical tastes allow her to switch styles with easeevery note.



ANNEX A: BIOGRAPHIES AND INDIVIDUAL PICTURES

“What really inspires me about Piaf is her spirit and her determination. Her life story was full of ups and downs and, yet, not once did she ever give up.”

LA’s warm and powerful voice has taken her all over the world including the US where she won several She also shared the stage with multi-platinum recording artists and spent two years as a

Cirque du Soleil.”

She got her start performing in Toronto clubs in her teens and then moved to Montreal where she was featured at some of the city’s most popular clubs. LA’s talents brought her to Asia eight years ago where she’s been mesmerizing audiences ever since.

Her eclectic musical tastes allow her to switch styles with ease and her love for music shines through with

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“What really inspires me about Piaf is her spirit and her determination. Her life story was full of ups and

including the US where she won several platinum recording artists and spent two years as a

d then moved to Montreal where she was featured at some of the city’s most popular clubs. LA’s talents brought her to Asia eight years ago where

and her love for music shines through with




LINDEN FURNELL

“Edith Piaf’s sensual charisma was legendary – Linden Furnell

From Sydney, Australia, Linden moved to Singapore class honours from Lasalle College of the Arts. Linden is an inwielding songwriter.

Singapore theatre credits include La Cage Aux FollesAn original tap trio, Howie the RookieManifest - A tribute to Christina SergeantHouses (Tim Vigors) and Great World Cabaret

Linden has performed alongside Broadway and West End names in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and New York and plans to establish himself in Australia over the next few years in to New York City. He has recently released his debut original EP.

Linden can be found on Instagram: @lindenfurnell



“Edith Piaf’s sensual charisma was legendary - her songs, a channel for her celebrated power to seduce."

From Sydney, Australia, Linden moved to Singapore in 2009 to train in Musical Theatre, graduating with first class honours from Lasalle College of the Arts. Linden is an in-demand singer, actor, dancer and guitar

La Cage Aux Folles (Cagelle), The Cat in the HatHowie the Rookie (Rookie), Next To Normal (Henry), A French Kiss

A tribute to Christina Sergeant, The Last Five Years (Jamie), A Singaporean in ParisGreat World Cabaret.

Linden has performed alongside Broadway and West End names in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and New York and plans to establish himself in Australia over the next few years in music, theatre and film be

He has recently released his debut original EP.

Linden can be found on Instagram: @lindenfurnell

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a channel for her celebrated power to seduce."

in Musical Theatre, graduating with first demand singer, actor, dancer and guitar-

(Fish), Edges, Fayard - A French Kiss in Singapore,

A Singaporean in Paris (Terrence), 2

Linden has performed alongside Broadway and West End names in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and New York music, theatre and film before relocating




ROBIN GOH

“Most people seem to remember Edith Piaf as a tragic figure. But what is truly tragic is that her passion for life and for love seems to have been forgotten.”– Robin Goh

Robin Goh is a singer, actor and radio DJ. Currently883JiaFM, the only bilingual radio programme in Singapore.

He has sung at various venues in Singapore, including the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre and the Esplanade Concert Hall, with numerous small groups, as well as the Singapore Chinese Orchestra for their Casual Concert Series.

In theatre, he has been seen in plays and musicals such as Language of Their Own and 12 Angry Menothers.

He has appeared in most of Sing’theatre’s musicals like and No Regrets, a tribute to Edith Piaf

Robin has sung Edith Piaf for years, but singing dreamt of for a long time!



“Most people seem to remember Edith Piaf as a tragic figure. But what is truly tragic is that her passion for love seems to have been forgotten.”

is a singer, actor and radio DJ. Currently, he co-hosts the morning drive time radio show on 883JiaFM, the only bilingual radio programme in Singapore.

Singapore, including the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre and the Esplanade Concert Hall, with numerous small groups, as well as the Singapore Chinese Orchestra for their Casual

In theatre, he has been seen in plays and musicals such as Chang and Eng, Asian Boys Volumes 2 12 Angry Men as well as his own one-man show, Happy Robin

He has appeared in most of Sing’theatre’s musicals like A Singaporean in Paris, A French Kiss in Singaporegrets, a tribute to Edith Piaf.

Robin has sung Edith Piaf for years, but singing these songs at the Victoria Theatre is something he has

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“Most people seem to remember Edith Piaf as a tragic figure. But what is truly tragic is that her passion for

hosts the morning drive time radio show on

Singapore, including the Esplanade Outdoor Theatre and the Esplanade Concert Hall, with numerous small groups, as well as the Singapore Chinese Orchestra for their Casual

Asian Boys Volumes 2 & 3, A Happy Robin, among many

A French Kiss in Singapore

songs at the Victoria Theatre is something he has




LEANDRA LEANDRA

“She was such an amazingly talented person; that voice of hers remained as down-to-earth as anyone else. Even when she became famous, she was known as someone approachable, a quality every aspiring artiste should possess.”– Leandra Leandra

Coming directly from Motown bloodline, Leandra songwriter, host and dancer.

She took part in the pioneer season of private audience for Michael Jackson, the Supremes, the Shirelles, the Braxtons, Pharell and was the opening act for Ziggy Marley and Rick Price. Leandra has also had performing arts training at prestigious schools in Sydney and Los Angeles. She has had acting experience on the "Kids Central" channel in Singapore and was even invited to host the Spongebob Squarepants Asian tour "The Sponge who could fly!" when it came to Singapore.

In 2013, she proudly announced that she opened a music company called "Hip Hip Hoorah" for bothand adults and hopes to have an EP



“She was such an amazingly talented person; that voice of hers could move mountains and yet, she earth as anyone else. Even when she became famous, she was known as someone

, a quality every aspiring artiste should possess.”

Coming directly from Motown bloodline, Leandra Leandra is an African-American-

She took part in the pioneer season of Singapore Idol where she came in the top five. She performed in ichael Jackson, the Supremes, the Shirelles, the Braxtons, Pharell and was the

opening act for Ziggy Marley and Rick Price. Leandra has also had performing arts training at prestigious schools in Sydney and Los Angeles. She has

e "Kids Central" channel in Singapore and was even invited to host the sian tour "The Sponge who could fly!" when it came to Singapore.

In 2013, she proudly announced that she opened a music company called "Hip Hip Hoorah" for bothEP come out soon.

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could move mountains and yet, she earth as anyone else. Even when she became famous, she was known as someone

-Dutch Eurasian singer-

where she came in the top five. She performed in ichael Jackson, the Supremes, the Shirelles, the Braxtons, Pharell and was the

Leandra has also had performing arts training at prestigious schools in Sydney and Los Angeles. She has e "Kids Central" channel in Singapore and was even invited to host the

sian tour "The Sponge who could fly!" when it came to Singapore.

In 2013, she proudly announced that she opened a music company called "Hip Hip Hoorah" for both kids




LIM KAY SIU

“Edith Piaf is a muse for the ages. Her ability to craft such timeless lyrics, that appeal to so many, shows that her songs will always find an audience, be it in this century or– Lim Kay Siu

Lim Kay Siu has been acting professionally since 1985 in Singapore, America, London and Germany. Stage credits include Drift with Drama Box, Virus with Collective Mayhem; 4.44 (Decimal Points) and Mandarin) with The Theatre Practice; Importance of Being Earnest with W!LD RICE; Lyric Hammersmith, London; 7th Drawer, Salesman and Oleanna for SRT.

Musicals include Beauty World, Fried Rice Paradise assistant director), all by Dick Lee; Piafpantomime Monkey Goes West! by W!LD RICE.

Kay Siu also went to directing school in London at the Central School for Speech and Drama in 1994, and directed Half Lives by Chai Yew for TheatreWorTimes in 1997; Balls! by Ming Wong for SRT, and

TV credits include Tenko Reunion for BBC, and Monkey King for Hallmark.

Movie credits include Nightwatch for Lion Films;



“Edith Piaf is a muse for the ages. Her ability to craft such timeless lyrics, that appeal to so many, shows that her songs will always find an audience, be it in this century or the next.”

has been acting professionally since 1985 in Singapore, America, London and Germany. Stage with Drama Box, Enchanted Tales with Finger Players; Memory: Human Remains &

(Decimal Points) and Cheek with CAKE Theatre; Mandarin) with The Theatre Practice; Romeo and Juliet, Family Outing, Blithe Spirit, Animal Farm

with W!LD RICE; 3 Japanese Women for Mu-Lan in London; Drawer, Morning People and Army Daze for Toy Factory;

Fried Rice Paradise (TheatreWorks), and NagralandPiaf for TheatreWorks and last December he appeared as King Bull in the

y W!LD RICE.

also went to directing school in London at the Central School for Speech and Drama in 1994, and by Chai Yew for TheatreWorks, which was selected as ‘Play of the Year

y Ming Wong for SRT, and Club Tempest for 3.14.

for BBC, Holoponono for RTL, Happy Belly, PCK and

for Lion Films; Anna and the King for Fox, and Avatar

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“Edith Piaf is a muse for the ages. Her ability to craft such timeless lyrics, that appeal to so many, shows that

has been acting professionally since 1985 in Singapore, America, London and Germany. Stage Memory: Human Remains &

with CAKE Theatre; Lao Jiu The Musical (in Romeo and Juliet, Family Outing, Blithe Spirit, Animal Farm, The

London; The Letter for the for Toy Factory; Death of a

Nagraland (lead role and for TheatreWorks and last December he appeared as King Bull in the

also went to directing school in London at the Central School for Speech and Drama in 1994, and Play of the Year’ by the Straits

and Drive in Singapore,

Avatar (Independent).




RANI SINGAM

“Edith Piaf has such a beautiful voice that you can’t help but feel swept away, even understand French. Her spirit and energy shine through her distinctive voice, cutting and cultures.”– Rani Singam

Rani Singam has been a leading figure in the Singapore jazz scene for over 10 years performing both jazz standards and original compositions.

Her strong vocals and fine interpretive skills have also made her sought after at festivals and events in theregion.

She is named in “The Jazz Singers, The Ultimate Guide”, a 2008 Hal Leonard publication which serves as an encyclopedic guide on the important jazz singers in the world.

Rani recorded her debut album in Los Angeles Monteiro, the album was rated 4/4 in O’s Place Jazz Newsletter 2008, a leading jazz publication in the United States.

In 2011, Rani produced her second album “Contentment” which was recorded at Bennett Studios, USA. A fresh approach to jazz vocals, this album is also a showcase of Rani’s song writing skills comprising primarily original compositions. Both albums are avail



“Edith Piaf has such a beautiful voice that you can’t help but feel swept away, even Her spirit and energy shine through her distinctive voice, cutting

Rani Singam has been a leading figure in the Singapore jazz scene for over 10 years performing both jazz standards and original compositions.

Her strong vocals and fine interpretive skills have also made her sought after at festivals and events in the

She is named in “The Jazz Singers, The Ultimate Guide”, a 2008 Hal Leonard publication which serves as guide on the important jazz singers in the world.

Rani recorded her debut album in Los Angeles With A Song In My Heart. Produced by the legendary Jeremy Monteiro, the album was rated 4/4 in O’s Place Jazz Newsletter 2008, a leading jazz publication in the

In 2011, Rani produced her second album “Contentment” which was recorded at Bennett Studios, USA. A fresh approach to jazz vocals, this album is also a showcase of Rani’s song writing skills comprising primarily original compositions. Both albums are available worldwide including CDBaby & iTunes.

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“Edith Piaf has such a beautiful voice that you can’t help but feel swept away, even if one does not Her spirit and energy shine through her distinctive voice, cutting across all languages

Rani Singam has been a leading figure in the Singapore jazz scene for over 10 years performing both jazz

Her strong vocals and fine interpretive skills have also made her sought after at festivals and events in the

She is named in “The Jazz Singers, The Ultimate Guide”, a 2008 Hal Leonard publication which serves as

. Produced by the legendary Jeremy Monteiro, the album was rated 4/4 in O’s Place Jazz Newsletter 2008, a leading jazz publication in the

In 2011, Rani produced her second album “Contentment” which was recorded at Bennett Studios, USA. A fresh approach to jazz vocals, this album is also a showcase of Rani’s song writing skills comprising primarily

able worldwide including CDBaby & iTunes.




SEBASTIAN TAN

“To me, Edith Piaf has always been a symbol of hope and inspiration. She started from such a humble beginning and yet managed to fight her way to the top of the music world.”– Sebastian Tan

Sebastian Tan has been a Dream Academy

Having directed Honk! and Just So fordirectorial debut in 2014 with Wild Rice’s criticallyStraits Times Life! Theatre Awards nomination for ‘Best Director’.

Notable musical and theatre credits include theLaughter® series, Crazy Christmas™Snow White, Jack & The Beansprout, Asian Boys Vol. 2, Fried Rice Paradise, Twist of Fate, Forbidden City, Titoudao, Miss Saigon (UK tour).

TV credits include Payday, First Class Thief, City-Spy Singapore, My Big Brother, Odd Squad.

Vocal recordings include TV serial theme songs:You (National Day 2007 theme song), and

Sebastian won ‘Best Supporting Actor’ in STLife! Theatre Awards 2009 for the role of “The Queen” inWhite (Wild Rice). Other awards include ‘Best Ensemble’ (STLife! Theatre Awards 2010), ‘Actor of the Year’ (Elle Awards 2007), and winner of Talent Search 1996.

He was the emcee for National Day Parade 2013 and also appeared as Broadway Bengsegment.



“To me, Edith Piaf has always been a symbol of hope and inspiration. She started from such a humble beginning and yet managed to fight her way to the top of the music world.”

has been a Dream Academy® Artist since 2006.

for SMU's Arts Festival 2009-2010, Sebastian made his professional directorial debut in 2014 with Wild Rice’s critically-acclaimed pantomime Monkey Goes WestStraits Times Life! Theatre Awards nomination for ‘Best Director’.

Notable musical and theatre credits include the Broadway Beng® series, Happy Ever Crazy Christmas™ series, Hansel & Gretel, Into The Woods, $ING Dollar,

Snow White, Jack & The Beansprout, Asian Boys Vol. 2, Fried Rice Paradise, Twist of Fate, Forbidden City,

First Class – Seasons 1 & 2, Sayang Sayang Season 2, The Noose, Police & Spy Singapore, My Big Brother, Odd Squad. Film credits: The Blue Mansion

Vocal recordings include TV serial theme songs: Price of Peace (Best Theme Song, Star Awards 1997National Day 2007 theme song), and Fire in Snow, Chingay 2013 theme song.

Sebastian won ‘Best Supporting Actor’ in STLife! Theatre Awards 2009 for the role of “The Queen” inOther awards include ‘Best Ensemble’ (STLife! Theatre Awards 2010), ‘Actor of the Year’

s 2007), and winner of Talent Search 1996.

He was the emcee for National Day Parade 2013 and also appeared as Broadway Beng

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“To me, Edith Piaf has always been a symbol of hope and inspiration. She started from such a humble

Sebastian made his professional Monkey Goes West, earning a

Happy Ever , Hansel & Gretel, Into The Woods, $ING Dollar, Cinderel-LAH!,

Snow White, Jack & The Beansprout, Asian Boys Vol. 2, Fried Rice Paradise, Twist of Fate, Forbidden City,

Seasons 1 & 2, Sayang Sayang Season 2, The Noose, Police & The Blue Mansion and Judgment Day.

Star Awards 1997), Will

Sebastian won ‘Best Supporting Actor’ in STLife! Theatre Awards 2009 for the role of “The Queen” in Snow Other awards include ‘Best Ensemble’ (STLife! Theatre Awards 2010), ‘Actor of the Year’

He was the emcee for National Day Parade 2013 and also appeared as Broadway Beng® in the pre-parade




ANNEX B: GROUP PICTURE

(High res. picture available upon request)



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