In 1950s Kampung Kambing, Salina fights to survive the harsh realities of post-war Singapore—trapped in poverty, entangled in a toxic relationship, and forced by circumstance into work as an escort. Around her, a community of Malay and Indonesian migrants, once full of hope, now battle despair in a nation still reeling from the effects of World War II.  

Adapted from the seminal novel by Malaysia’s National Laureate A. Samad Said, SALINA is a gripping tale of resilience and survival, set against the backdrop of a community rebuilding itself. Drawing from his own childhood experiences under Japanese occupation, A. Samad Said infuses his work with piercing realism, giving voice to the struggles of a generation through vivid characters and sharp, evocative dialogue. 

Brought to the stage by TEATER KAMi, this production is written for stage and directed by Cultural Medallion recipient Atin Amat. First staged in 1993 and reprised twice, SALINA returns with a stellar cast featuring Ariati Tyeb Papar, Fir Rahman, Rizal Aiman, Amirah Yahya, Suhaila M Sanif, Rusydina Afiqah, and Rafaat Hj. Hamzah.