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THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES

13 Nov – 21 Dec 2025

Wild Rice @ Funan

Once upon a time, in a kingdom not so far away, ruled a vain and pompous Emperor who was crazy about his clothes, himself and little else. So obsessed with fashion was he that he decreed that the 60th anniversary of his reign be celebrated with the most extravagant New Dress Parade of all time, with him at the centre of all the pomp and pageantry. 

One day, two cheeky tailors discover a dark secret in the Emperor’s palace and decide to teach him a lesson. Presenting the Emperor with an eye-popping ensemble literally woven out of thin air, they convince him that only the smartest and most competent people in the land can see it. 

What can be done to stop the nation’s biggest wardrobe malfunction? Why won’t the Emperor’s courtiers and the aristocracy speak up? Is there anyone who’s brave enough to tell the naked truth? 

This holiday season, Wild Rice proudly presents The Emperor’s New Clothes – a Singaporean spin on Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless tale about the ultimate fashion victim. Inventively directed by Pam Oei, this runway-ready production features a razor-sharp script updated by Joel Tan and a sparkling score by Julian Wong. Fun and laughter never go out of fashion – don’t miss the most hilarious, heartwarming musical of the year!

Duration: Approximately 2 hour 10 minutes (including intermission)
Recommended for patrons aged 4 and up

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Download Children’s Activity Book
Listen to our Cast Recording

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Previews – Thu 13 Nov, 7:30pm, Fri 14 Nov, 7:30pm & Sat 15 Nov, 2:30pm
$45, $55, $70, $85

Tue, Wed & Thu, 7:30pm
$50, $60, $80, $95

Fri, 7:30pm / Sat, 2:30pm & 7:30pm / Sun, 1:30pm & 6:30pm
$55, $65, $90, $105

 

Wild Rice Angels enjoy priority access and 20% off Category 1 & 2 tickets from 9 to 22 June 2025!
Early Bird Promotion: 15% off on Category 1 & 2 tickets from 23 June to 9 July 2025

As part of Wild Rice’s mission to make theatre accessible to people from all walks of life, we will be presenting the following access performances of The Emperor’s New Clothes! Please book tickets for the dates below if you require these services during the show.

 AUDIO-DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE WITH TOUCH TOUR
7 DEC 2025, 1:30PM (TOUCH TOUR STARTS AT 12:15PM)

This performance is an inclusive theatrical experience featuring audio commentary on the visual elements of the play (interspersed with the actors’ live dialogue) that will be relayed via a headset throughout the show. There will be an accompanying tactile tour of the stage, set and props prior to the performance.

Listen to pre-show notes:

 

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RELAXED PERFORMANCE
14 DEC 2025, 1:30PM

Minor modifications will be made to the show, such as reduced sound levels, to accommodate individuals with neurodiverse needs. A break area will be available for audiences who would like to step out at any time.

A visual story to prepare you for the show will be available for download closer to date.

 CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES
17, 18 & 19 DEC 2025, 7:30PM

An electronic text display placed near the stage will provide real-time description of what the actors are saying or singing, as well as the sound effects and music used on stage. Please book seats in the Stalls for the best view of the captions.

Hossan Leong
Izzul Irfan
Rino Junior John
Audrey Luo
Sugie Phua
Candice De Rozario

Understudies

Abdul Muhaimin
Marcus Elliot Cheong
Vanessa Kee

First Stage Kids

CAST A (13 – 30 Nov)
Estian Reiner Cheah
Kimberlyn Chia
Islah Shahizwan
Emma Lim
Tessa Anya Neo
Ansel Ng
Ariana Maya Taylor
Ezra Alba Taylor
CAST B (2 – 21 Dec)
Laura Chia
Bailey Mia Dorrance
George Dunbar
Oliver Foo
Liam Khanashat
DeAnna Kwon
Annabelle Wang
Arabella Faith Yeo

Keyboardist Julian Wong
Guitarist Feri Susanto
Bassist Din Safari
Drummer Patrick Ang

Playwright & Lyricist Joel Tan
Director Pam Oei
Composer, Arranger & Music Director Julian Wong
Assistant Director Mitchell Fang
Choreographers Gino Babagay & Hafeez Hassan
Set Designer Eucien Chia
Associate Set Designer Scott Lee
Lighting Designer Adrian Tan
Sound Designer Shah Tahir
Multimedia Designer Andre Chong
Costume Designer Tube Gallery
Prop Designer Rainie C
Hair Designer Ashley Lim
Make-Up Designer Bobbie Ng

Reviews

"Wild Rice managed to pull off an enjoyable adaptation, complete with the now-familiar but still very clever local twists."

TODAY

"The Emperor's New Clothes will have you in stitches with the cut of its costumes and wit."

The Straits Times

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