Our Sunny Island - Stories in August
Singapura, oh Singapura, sunny island in the sea! We celebrate our nation’s birthday this month with a mix of fun stories about Singapore! Hear legends from our past, lessons about our national icons, and stories set within our shores that could just as well be real! Familiar or fresh, these Temasek tales will have you proudly parading in red and white!
- 3 Aug, 10:00 am - The Legend of Bukit Merah by Young Storyteller from The Storytelling Centre
A long time ago, a small fishing village was attached by swordfish! What could be done to save the fishermen?
- 3 Aug, 11:00 am - 巴当的传奇 · The Legend of Badang 故事人伟光 by Storyteller William
你听说过新加坡石和大力士巴当的故事吗？
Have you heard of the legend of Badang and the Singapore Stone?
- 10 Aug, 10:00 am - Breakfast of Tengkus by Storyteller Nat
Ah Kun is extremely passionate as the Tengku’s chef, but one day, the Tengku makes an impossible request!
- 10 Aug, 11:00 am - 秘制香味 · The Secret Spices 故事人韵馨和莉莉 by Storytellers Cheryl and Lily
莉莉的奶奶做的参巴辣椒酱是最美味的。她是怎么煮出那嚒完美融合的香味呢？
Lily’s grandma makes the most delicious chili. How does she cook up such beautifully balanced flavours?
- 17 Aug, 10:00 am - The Magic of The Tortoise Island by Storyteller Misha
How did this little island come to be known as “Tortoise Island”?
- 24 Aug, 10:00 am - Vanda Miss Joaquim by Storyteller Angel
Do you know the story behind Singapore’s national flower?
- 31 Aug, 10:00 am - Ollie's Little Adventure by Storyteller Rino
Ollie’s Duck Tour sends him on an adventure in the woods of MacRitchie!
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About Gateway Kids Club
Gateway Kids Club is a free programme held at Gateway Theatre every Saturday. You can also join the Arts & Crafts session or Free Play activities after the storytelling session! Each month features a different theme, around which activities are focused.
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3–7
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Singapore3615 Jalan Bukit Merah, Singapore
How to get there?
By Bus:
- To Bukit Merah Town Centre (Bus stop ID 10091) & Opposite Bukit Merah Town Centre (Bus stop ID 10099) - 14, 147, 196, 197, 855, 961, 961C, Premium 765
- To Bukit Merah Bus Interchange (Bus stop ID 10009) - 5, 16, 57, 123, 131, 131M, 132, 139, 153, 167, 176, 198, 272, 273, 851
By Train:
- Take the East-West Line to Redhill Station, and walk through Redhill Close to get to Bukit Merah Town Centre, where Gateway Theatre is located.