Puppetry for the Community
The Arts allow us to
- Celebrate our similarities and differences in the multicultural society that we live in.
- Explore our feelings and emotions across different stages of life.
- Revist and deepen our understanding of our Asian culture and values that define us.
Since the beginning, Paper Monkey Theatre has brought puppetry around our little island of Singapore. We have been to schools, libraries, heartlands, festivals and more!
Stories
We have told stories to the young and old. Stories that reflect the issues that we face – sensitive topics such as bullying (Duckie Can’t Swim & The Three Big Bullies) to the importance of wildlife and nature conservation (Hug The Tree & The Wolf of Mr Dong Guo). These original plays have been well received locally, some, even internationally.
We pride ourselves for the entertainment value and realistic acting that provide audiences a rich theatrical experience with life lessons learnt.
Here are the different community tours that you can select from or you can contact us to discuss further:
Childrens Day Special – The Wolf of Mr Dong Guo
Mr. Dong Guo is the latest adaptation of a Chinese classic by Paper Monkey Theatre, which strives to make children realise the limitations and consequences of being too nice in doing good. Students learn how to navigate around the perimeters of being kind in various situations – some intended actions may do more harm than good.
School / Community Show : The Tiger Hero
A fun and interactive performance that engages the students with this puppetry rendition of the classic Chinese novel, Water Margin with Teochew Rod Puppets!
School / Community Show : The Wolf of Mr Dong Guo
Mr. Dong Guo is the latest adaptation of a Chinese classic by Paper Monkey Theatre, which strives to make children realise the limitations and consequences of being too nice in doing good. Students learn how to navigate around the perimeters of being kind in various situations – some intended actions may do more harm than good.
School / Community Show : Tree Neighbours
Tree Neighbours communicates the importance of understanding and setting aside each individual’s differences and to appreciate their strengths, and to live harmoniously as a diverse community.Tree Neighbours is a visual and sensory experience designed with catchy and infectious songs that the young and old will enjoy. Suitable for Total Defence Day & National Day.
School / Community Show : Journey West – Web of Deceit
Web of Deceit is a fascinating tale from Journey to the West, where the monk Master Tang San Zang, Sun Wu Kong the Monkey King, Piggy and Sandy go on an exhilarating adventure. Students will learn values such as determination and loyalty.
Workshops
Besides stories, we believe in crafting experiences that allow participants to discover their creativity and artistic potential to the fullest, through puppet crafting and drama play. Through these creative expressions, participants can develop self-expression, self-esteem, self-confidence and a greater understanding of the self, the world, and their behavior.
Go Bananas with Paper Monkey Theatre!
Organisations can choose from a range of customisable programmes to meet their needs. Our workshop serves as either a singular enriching experience. In addition, we can also customise unique programmes suitable for your target audience.
We have a wide range of workshops for you to select from or you can contact us to customise one for your organisation.
Go Bananas with Speech and Drama
This workshop aims to provide a platform for students to creatively express themselves through speech and drama.
Go Bananas with Puppetry
Through a mix of presentation and interaction, students will get a taste in both theory and practice in this artform.
Go Bananas with Puppet Making
From designing and manipulating traditional hand puppets to learning the science behind puppets of various forms, turn your classroom into an art making space where culture and stories come to live.
Go Bananas with Puppets in Curriculum
Through a semester-long curriculum, students can experiment with language through various activities such as puppeteering and scriptwriting.
For any private events or programmes, do drop us an email at admin@papermonkey.com.sg or call us at telephone number 64405706.