New Beginnings - Pictures and comments!

A big thank you goes out to everyone who supported us for New Beginnings!

Here are some comments and pictures from the show!

"Very nuanced, sensitive and insightful! Thank you for bring such a diverse group of "strangers" into an experience that, with your guidance, allowed us to become friends."

Jacyntha England

"I think it requires a lot of strength in character for the cast to be able to perform others' stories, and I feel that what you guys are doing are a great service to the audience. Great Job!"

Mastura

"5 (excellent) for being the most sincere theatre performance I've watched."

Angela Tan

"Sweeter than dessert! As inspired as any theatre I've seen!"

Laura Schuster

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New Beginnings...

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Into each life will always come

A time to start anew

A new beginning for each heart

As fresh as morning dew.

Excerpt from New Beginnings by Gertrude B. McClain

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Tapestry Playback Theatre presents

New Beginnings…

Tapestry invites you to our first show of the year in a cosy and intimate venue, provided by the kind folks at Going Om!

Come and discover stories, of eccentricity, of idiosyncrasies, of individuals or society at large.

Watch as your stories come to life at Tapestry Playback Theatre's upcoming show:

New Beginnings…

One show only!

Tickets at $15!

Sunday 13^th March

7PM

Going Om

63, Haji Lane, Singapore 189256

Email tapestry.sg@gmail.com or sms 93803041 for tickets now!

More information at tapestryplayback.blogspot.com

Playback Theatre is a unique form of improvisational theatre that engages people to share their stories or moments from their lives, and gives them an opportunity to see their stories recreated immediately on stage.

It combines the oral traditions of storytelling, the use of rituals, deep listening skills, and various performing styles. Essentially, Playback Theatre uses the arts as an act of service to affirm each person's uniqueness, and at the same time, builds and strengthens our connections to each other as a community of people.

2nd Apprentice Programme

Dear friends,

participants in our first Apprentice Programme in 2010 put up a showcase performance in October last year.

As response to the programme has been positive, Tapestry Playback Theatre will be starting its second Apprentice Programme from April 2011.

A brief outline of the Apprentice Programme is below. If you have any queries, do email us tapestry.sg@gmail.com. We can also email you a more detailed pamphlet.

We will be holding a Q&A session on the Apprentice Programme this Sunday (27^th Feb) at 6:30pm at Going Om (63, Haji Lane, Singapore 189256).

Brief Outline of Programme

Objectives

• To equip individuals who are interested in Playback Theatre (P.T.) with the core skills in P.T.

• To provide an avenue for discussion of P.T. issues in a learning and stimulating environment.

• To create mentoring relationships for apprentices who may want to pursue their interests in P.T in the long run.

Pre-requisites

• Anyone who has had some working experiences (full time/part-time)

• Has a heart for doing community theatre work

• Enjoys watching or doing dramatic arts

• Optional: Basic singing and acting skills or attended any Playback Samplers

Date of Commencement: 2 April 2011

Duration of Programme: April to September 2011 (6 months)

Day/Time: 1 Sat training session per month from 3.30pm – 7pm (3.5 hrs) + 1 Sunday Open Rehearsal per month from 5pm –7pm (2 hrs)

Cost: Registration Fee $50 + Training Fees $530 = $580.

(Option to pay in 2 instalments may be given on a case by case basis)

The apprentice will receive a Certificate of Achievement:

Total number of training hours = >40 hours equivalent to a Core Training course

The Apprentice Programme is accredited by the Centre for Playback Theatre in New York.

During the programme, the apprentice will be taught the basic Playback forms, rituals and learn improvisational theatre skills that are essential to Playback Theatre. He/she will also be given one to one mentorship guidance by one of the trainers in the programme.

More details about the programme’s course outline will be given in the briefing in the Open Rehearsals in February and March 2011.

2011 1st Open Rehearsal and Apprentice Programme Q&A

Dear friends,

Tapestry Playback Theatre's 2011 season will start off with an Open Rehearsal in a cosy and intimate new venue, kindly provided by our friends at Going Om!

We welcome fellow playbackers and interested folks to come join our little community in exploring Playback Theatre forms in an informal, safe and open environment.

We will also be having a Q&A session at the end of the rehearsal for our upcoming Apprentice Programme.

Space is limited, so please register at tapestry.sg@gmail.com to reserve your spot now! Do let us know if you're coming for one or both events.

Tapestry Playback Theatre Open Rehearsal

Sunday, 27th Feb

5pm to 6:30pm

Going Om

63, Haji Lane, Singapore 189256

(Love Offerings will be very much appreciated)

Tapestry Playback Theatre Apprentice Programme Q&A

Sunday, 27th Feb

6:30pm to 7pm

Going Om

63, Haji Lane, Singapore 189256

We will also be having a brand new show in March called New Beginnings, so do look out for more information on that soon!

You can follow us at tapestryplayback.blogspot.com or look for us on Facebook.

Playback Theatre is a unique form of improvisational theatre that engages people to share their stories or moments from their lives, and gives them an opportunity to see their stories recreated immediately on stage.

It combines the oral traditions of story-telling, the use of rituals, deep listening skills, and various performing styles. Essentially, Playback Theatre uses the arts as an act of service to affirm each person's uniqueness, and at the same time, builds and strengthens our connections to each other as a community of people.

Last Open Rehearsal 2010

Dear friends,

thank you for your support and encouragement this past year. We've had a grand old time, connecting with you, playing together with you, and sharing delightful stories with the community!

In 2011, we will have to look for a new space to call home. To celebrate our journey in our current space, and in honour of all who have been a part of our 2010, we're inviting you to our last open rehearsal (for 2010) on Sunday, 7th November.

Do come and and join us in exploring Playback Theatre and its myriad forms and games.

As is our custom, we offer an informal, fun and safe space to practise your skills, learn more about Playback and share your stories.

Our last Open Rehearsal for 2010 is now open for registration (limited spaces!).

More information can be found at our blog at tapestryplayback.blogspot.com and on our Facebook page.

Event: Last Open Rehearsal for 2010

Date: 7th Nov, 2010 (Sun)

Time: 5pm to 7pm

Cost: Free!

Location: Level 2, 40A, Commonwealth Avenue, Singapore 140040

Classroom above Queenstown Food Centre

Nearest MRT is Queenstown (walking distance)

Due to limited space, do email us at tapestry.sg@gmail.com to indicate your interest. See you 7th Nov!

Playback Theater is a unique form of improvisational theatre that engages people to share their stories or moments from their lives, and gives them an opportunity to see their stories recreated immediately on stage.

It combines the oral traditions of storytelling, the use of rituals, deep listening skills and various performing styles.

Essentially, Playback Theatre uses the arts as an act of service to affirm each person's uniqueness, and at the same time, builds and strengthens our connections to each other as a community of people.

Pictures from the Apprentice Programme Showcase!

Our apprentices completed their Apprentice Programme with a showcase performance. The theme was New Beginnings, which aptly described their entry into the world of playback theatre.

Congratulations to Elaine, Xiao Ying, Evelyn and Wendy for completing the Apprentice Programme.

You guys did great at the Showcase!

A big thank you also goes out to the audience who came to support our young playbackers and told such delightful stories.

More pictures coming your way soon!

We are planning for another Apprentice Programme in 2011. Watch this space for details!

And if you want to join our mailing list, please contact us at tapestry.sg@gmail.com.