Keling Killahs: Kalinga Trilogy

Carrying off from Shanmugam: The Kalinga Trilogy - Part 1 in May 2005, observant viewers would notice that this was the play that was forced to be renamed from its original title of "The Keling Kia Trilogy". Truth be told, the main drive of detractors were not even Indians. However, it is a very good production going by the likes of the first one. Below are the relevant details. KLKillahs recommends it. Support the local scene. Support local artistes.

"An all-around winner!" – The Straits Times

"A drama that made one laugh and think at the same time." – Tamil Murasu

Written and directed by Vadi PVSS. A play that uses cinematic theatre concept to highlight the life of the Tamils during the trying times of Singapore's early development.

The Separation starts from 1946, immediately after the war. It continues the story of Letchumi and the trials and tribulations she experiences right up to the separation of Singapore and Malaysia in 1965. The Separation is the second installment of Trilogy but this production stands alone. Even without knowledge of the first part, audience can still enjoy the performance.

Anyone with a keen interest in Singapore's history and unique culture will not want to miss this journey into the country's past – from the citizenship drive in the 1950s by the Indian community to the emotionally charged 1964 racial riots, from ugly incidents like the Hock Lee Bus riots to the Maria Hertogh controversy.

Separation: The Kalinga Trilogy promises to have the audiences at the edge of their seats. Like Shanmugam: The Kalinga Trilogy, which was staged to packed audiences in May 2005 and was nominated for Best Script and Best Ensemble at 2006 Life! Theatre Awards, Separation will once again be performed by Miror Theatre.

Performed in English.
(105 mins)

Ticket Pricing: $25, Schools can use the Singapore Tote Board subsidy of 60% for students

Show Dates: 9-11 November 2006

Venue: Esplanade Theatres Studio

Time: 8 pm (2 shows only on the 11th, one more at 3 pm)

Ticket Sales: Call 93842037, Buy direct from SISTIC, Esplanade website

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