29 – 31 May 2026

Esplanade Recital Studio

1hr 30mins (No Intermission)

Tickets from $33

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Synopsis

Master the game of life, one roll at a time.

Come play a real-life game of Snakes and Ladders, live on stage with Singaporean actor Dwayne Lau. Part storytelling, part music and part game, this interactive show gives the audience just 90 minutes to get Dwayne to square 100—by rolling two giant dice on a larger-than-life game board.

When Dwayne lands on a square, anything can happen. He might tell a story, sing a song or reenact a moment in time that corresponds to the number indicated. Nothing is planned and everything is by chance. Just like life, Dwayne rolls with the punches and turns lemons into lemonade as he improvises his way across the board.

Join in and find out if Dwayne will shoot up the ladders to success or slide down the snakes to face obstacles. His fate rests entirely in the audience’s hands.

With a supporting cast, live musicians and plenty of tricks up his sleeve, this musical-comedy is a heartwarming, hilarious and absolutely wild ride through the ups and downs of life.

Writer and Director: Dwayne Lau

Dramaturg: Julian Wong

Music Director: August Lum

Choreographer: Charmaine Ho

Lighting Designer: Alvin Chai

Set and Props Designer: Wong Chee Wai

Costume Designer: The Costume Pte Ltd

Cast

Dwayne Lau

Beatrice Jaymes Pung

Eugenia Lee

Victoria Lam

Gratus Aw

Live Musicians

August Lum

Jamie Lee

Production Manager: Irabu Jeannette and Xu Xin’en

Stage Manager: Goh Xin Yi

Assistant Stage Manager: Shermin Chia

Producer: Tan Rui Shan

Advisory

There will be a post-show dialogue with the artists for the performances on 29 May, 8pm and 30 May, 8pm.

Admission Age

6 and above.

Language

English, Mandarin

Surtitle Language

English

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Time8:00 PM

VenueEsplanade Recital Studio

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Price

$40

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Esplanade&Me Specials

Early Bird (19 Mar – 1 Apr 2026, limited tickets)
Black: 20% savings
White: 15% savings
Discover: 15% savings (Min. 2 tickets, limited)

From 2 Apr 2026, 10am
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Fun Package

Available from 2 Apr 2026 (Limited tickets)

Enjoy 15% savings with min. 4 tickets to the same show or across applicable shows:

- A Simple Space

- Snakes and Ladders!

- Der Lauf (The Way Things Go)

Applicable to Standard tickets only. Terms and Conditions apply.

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Tote Board Arts Grant

All  Secondary Schools, Junior Colleges/ Centralised Institute & ITEs 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.

SG Culture Pass

This event is eligible for SG Culture Pass credits, starting from 25 March 2026, 12pm.

Select ‘SG Culture Pass’ as your payment option on the ‘Shopping Cart’ page. Visit SG Culture Pass for more information.

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Advisory

There will be a post-show dialogue with the artists for the performances on 29 May, 8pm and 30 May, 8pm.

Admission Age

6 and above.

Language

English, Mandarin

Surtitle Language

English

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What happens when a performance is cancelled or postponed?

When a show is cancelled, ticket buyers will be duly notified by the event organiser primarily via email. You may also be notified through the event organiser's authorised ticketing agent, media or any other applicable communication channels. Information will be provided on where and when you can get your refund. For postponed performances for which the date of the new performance is known, refunds are optional.

For free programmes, any cancellations or postponements will be updated on the event website and/or relevant official communication channels. As no tickets are issued, refunds do not apply.

What happens if it rains during the event?

Can I take photos or record a video during a performance?

For indoor performances, photography and video recording are generally not allowed during the show unless stated otherwise by the promoters or artists.

For performances at public spaces, such as those at the Concourse and DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre, photography and casual video recording are generally allowed for personal use. Please be mindful not to use flash, obstruct others, or disrupt the performance. Some programmes may still restrict recording based on artist requirements, so please follow on-site announcements or staff instructions.

Do I have to purchase a ticket for my child

Can I eat or drink during the show?

Generally, food and drinks are not permitted inside the venue. It depends on the venue as well. For some shows, you may bring food and drinks purchased at the foyer bars at the Concert Hall or Theatre into the venues. For shows at the Annexe Studio, where there is a bar in the venue, eating or drinking is no issue.

For outdoor programmes, food and drinks are typically allowed unless otherwise stated. However, we encourage audiences to be mindful of the performance environment and dispose of waste responsibly. Restrictions may apply depending on the specific event setup, so please refer to the event listing for details.

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Promotions & Packages

Esplanade&Me Specials

Early Bird (19 Mar – 1 Apr 2026, limited tickets)
Black: 20% savings
White: 15% savings
Discover: 15% savings (Min. 2 tickets, limited)

From 2 Apr 2026, 10am
Black: 15% savings
White: 10% savings
Discover: 10% savings (Min. 2 tickets, limited)

Applicable to Standard tickets only. Terms and Conditions apply.

Not a member? Sign up for free!

Buy tickets

Fun Package

Available from 2 Apr 2026 (Limited tickets)

Enjoy 15% savings with min. 4 tickets to the same show or across applicable shows:

- A Simple Space

- Snakes and Ladders!

- Der Lauf (The Way Things Go)

Applicable to Standard tickets only. Terms and Conditions apply.

Buy package

Tote Board Arts Grant

All  Secondary Schools, Junior Colleges/ Centralised Institute & ITEs 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.

SG Culture Pass

This event is eligible for SG Culture Pass credits, starting from 25 March 2026, 12pm.

Select ‘SG Culture Pass’ as your payment option on the ‘Shopping Cart’ page. Visit SG Culture Pass for more information.