103927 In one of our plays, Model Citizens, for example, we focus on the idea of intercultural mix of three people who are very different but live in the same area.
103928 The issue of language is also very hot and current because we have more foreign workers and new citizens now.
103929 The Singapore of today is very different from the Singapore of 10 years ago; so sometimes when you see a certain trend or direction that society is moving towards, you have to capture that.
103930 Every time I stage a play, I get people telling me “maybe you should change the ending.” I see it in a positive way; they enjoyed it or were engaged by it as opposed to audiences who don’t really care.
103933 The Geylang Serai Market lies in the heart of the Singapore Malay community and has been recently remodelled to embrace the rustic quality of the old Malay kampong houses.
103934 This famous market has two levels, with a wet market selling all sorts of fresh produce on the ground floor, from live fish to spices, and a food centre on the second.
103935 Fantastic food awaits at the food stalls, featuring predominately Malay and Indian cuisine.
103936 Hajjah Mona Nasi Padang and Geylang Briyani Hall are some of the well-known stalls to check out, dishing out mouth-watering dishes including Asam Pedas stingray (spicy stingray) and chicken Briyani (Indian-style chicken rice).
103937 If you happen to be there during breakfast, GS Oli Thosei & Food Stall is a great place to enjoy Appom (Indian rice dish), Thosai (Indian pancake) and Masala chicken (spiced chicken).
103938 Be sure to go early for these dishes often sell out before noon.
103939 This iconic landmark subtly blends rustic Malay charm with pleasurable dining, and is a must visit for culture vultures and foodies alike.