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Drama Box and the Social Theatre of Singapore - Cultural Intervention and Artistic Autonomy 1990–2006 - cover

Drama Box and the Social Theatre of Singapore - Cultural Intervention and Artistic Autonomy 1990–2006

How Wee Ng

Translator Shelly Bryant, Wong Chee Meng

Publisher: Pagesetters

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This pioneering study provides an essential guide to the formative years of Drama Box, a leading Chinese-language theatre company in Singapore. How Wee Ng presents a compelling narrative of how Drama Box has emerged as a prominent force in the field of theatre for social intervention, effectively amplifying the voices of marginalised communities and establishing itself as a foremost advocate of cutting-edge, socially oriented artistic practice. Ng’s in-depth analysis of Drama Box’s most influential works during this pivotal period, and his meticulous examination of the social, political, and economic contexts of their productions, illuminate the remarkable balance the company has achieved in its engagement with government policy, censorship, and financial imperatives, while fiercely defending its artistic autonomy. As well as unveiling the remarkable history of Drama Box, the book offers readers a unique lens through which to understand the complex relationship between the arts and state authority, and the broader socio-cultural and political landscape of contemporary Singapore.
Available since: 03/09/2024.
Print length: 310 pages.

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