Performed by acclaimed actor Siti Khalijah Zainal, this incisive one-woman show is based on Siti’s own experiences as she made a life and career for herself in the theatre.
“An Actress Prepares is an intimate, insightful love letter to Singapore theatre,” says Ivan Heng, Founding Artistic Director of Wild Rice.
“Siti’s amazing story also speaks very much to the moment,” Heng elaborates. “It examines what it means to make art and theatre against all odds – to keep dreams alive, to persevere and to be true to oneself.”
“I couldn’t think of a better show to help us welcome audiences back to our home in Funan.”
Bringing audiences back to the theatre
Over the show’s three-week run, An Actress Prepares will welcome 90 guests per performance.
“We will be making a loss, given that our ability to sell tickets is so tightly restricted by safe-distancing requirements,” notes Heng.“Nonetheless, the safety of our cast, crew and audiences is of paramount importance.”
“We also feel that this is an important step in winning the confidence of audiences, hopefully leading to the recovery of our theatre scene.”
The production will take place depending on the government’s prevailing safety advisories regarding the resumption of live performances in November. It will be fully compliant with the safe management measures recommended by the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth and the National Arts Council.
