Shows that I like: April to Aug 2012

The following performances strike a chord with me one way or another, and they made it to my more memorable shows for the second quarter....

The 2 Shakespear performances, adapted into local contexts.   I like Wild Rice's production for its cast and directing and SRT's production for the beautiful staging.

Wild Rice's Romeo and Juliet at the Drama Centre
http://www.clumsycompass.blogspot.sg/2012/04/wild-rices-romeo-and-juliet.html

Singapore Repertory Theatre's 12th Night at the Fort Canning Park

Hum's Theatre Kanjoos, which was adapted from Moliere’s The Miser and set in local context.  Funny production, and I particularly like Subin Subaiah's portrayal of Kanjooswamy (aka the Miser).  He was the one who held the show together.  Maybe a nomiation for Life Theatre Award this year?

Da Pacem: Give Me Peace by the Hilliard Ensemble.  Not a fan of sacred music, but this group made it accessible and entertaining.

Lear Dreaming by TheatreWorks.  Strong cast.  http://www.clumsycompass.blogspot.sg/2012/06/singapore-arts-festival-2012-lear.html

Lao Jiu: The Musical.  Second time round, they did it brilliantly.  http://www.clumsycompass.blogspot.sg/2012/07/lao-jiu-musical.html

Soul Journey - Cicada Zen by SIong Leng Musical Association.  A group that preserves an old art form and at the same time innovates by fusing with other music and art forms.  A good attempt.  http://www.clumsycompass.blogspot.sg/2012/07/soul-journey-cicada-zen-by-siong-leng.html