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The Dog Who Wasn't Useful
An Esplanade Commission
Drama Box
(Singapore)
16 Feb 2024, Fri, 11am & 3pm
17 Feb 2024, Sat, 11am & 3pm
18 Feb 2024, Sun, 11am & 3pm
50mins
(Intermission: None)
Esplanade Theatre Studio
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Synopsis
Once upon a time, there lived a dog on a farm who didn’t feel very useful at all. The cows give milk, the sheep provide wool, and the chickens supply eggs. What is the job of the dog on the farm? He envied the other animals on the farm and one day decides to be like them, to hilarious results. Can a dog’s value be measured by its ability to lay eggs or to provide milk?
Adapted from the podcast of the same title by Daniel Hinds, The Dog Who Wasn't Useful is a funny and interactive tale about one’s journey in discovering their gift, and a reminder that we are all unique and “useful” in our own ways.
Come and be a part of the farm with the dog and his friends!
Directed by Isabella Chiam & Koh Hui Ling (Drama Box)
Cast: Jodi Chan, Hang Qian Chou, Jo Kwek, Joel Tan, & Tan Rui Shan
Advisory:
Floor seating only.
Recommended Age: 5 – 8 years old.
Admission Age:
4 and above.
Language: Mandarin
Surtitle Language: English
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Artist Information
Drama Box
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Founded in 1990, Drama Box is a socially engaged theatre company known for creating works that inspire dialogue, reflection and change. By shining a spotlight on marginalised narratives and making space for the communal contemplation of complex issues, the company seeks to tell stories that provoke a deeper understanding of Singapore’s culture, history and identity.
Drama Box is a charity and Institution of Public Character (IPC) registered in Singapore, supported by the National Arts Council under the Major Company Scheme for the period of April 2023 and March 2026.
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Min. of 4 tickets, limited tickets
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$22 School Specials available
Available only for the following show timing:
- 16 Feb 2024, Fri, 11am
- 16 Feb 2024, Fri, 3pm
Limited tickets available. Applicable to all pre-schools and local schools.
Please contact Esplanade Box Office at 6828 8389 or email boxoffice@esplanade.com for more details on school booking.
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All Primary (Lower Pri) may use the Tote Board Arts Grant to subsidise up to 50% of the programme cost.
For more details, please contact Esplanade Box Office at 6828 8389 or email boxoffice@esplanade.com.
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