As a trainer observing the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF 2025) adjudicators’ feedback, one issue stands out among student actors: the tendency to shout on stage rather than project their voices effectively. This distinction is crucial for delivering powerful and sustainable performances. In the heat of the moment, it’s understandable that students revert to shouting when
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As a drama student, stepping onto the stage can be both exhilarating and terrifying. But with practice, preparation, and a few insider tips, you can overcome your nerves and perform with confidence. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting, these tips will help you overcome the usual stage jitters and perhaps, even shine
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Firstly, Thespian Lab would like to thank our Drama CCA instructors for making time to join us in this SYF Bridging Programme cum Lunch session. We hope this session will benefit them as we prepare towards a challenging start of 2025! November and December is usually a low peak period for our instructors. This is
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Teaching drama is not merely about instructing students on how to act; it is about creating a space where creativity, empathy, and confidence can flourish. Drama teachers have the unique role of guiding students through emotional landscapes, helping them understand the human condition, and fostering a sense of ensemble. To excel in this role, there
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https://youtu.be/IQ5jhSShl5w The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the world in almost all areas, including performing arts and education. We have witnessed massive cancellations of classes that lead to loss of income for all stakeholders. Even when performances or training sessions were given a restricted ‘Green Light’ in 2021, there will be a
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What is SYF? The Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) is an important event in Singapore’s education system as it celebrates the artistic talents of school students. The SYF encourages students to develop their skills and pursue their interests, while also promoting community outreach and engagement. It fosters a sense of pride in students’ achievements, helps them
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Would drama training brings any benefit to a working professional? This is a question that I have been asking myself for the past couple of years. Drama training has long been something that an adult would not go through unless he or she is a practitioner of the art form. As a professional, you may
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Drama is a form of art that allows anyone, both individually and collectively, to express their emotions and thoughts through performance. Like any other art form, drama has its pros and cons when it comes to learning it. In this article, we will explore the advantages and disadvantages of learning drama. Learning Drama – Pros
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It was June 2021. I was in a boardroom in Westgate, having a very intense meeting with my business partner, Sugiman, and our two pioneer instructors, Naquiah and Aricia. Before the meeting, I drew out the above diagram. By 2022, there is something that we need to be ready for. In 2020, we faced
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SYF, short for Singapore Youth Festival, is a bi-annual event that provides students of Performing Arts the opportunity to perform before a panel of adjudicators, with the aim of securing recognition. There are 3 levels of recognition; Distinction, Accomplishment, Commendation. One of the most common questions we get is ‘how can we (school) get a
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