“I’d be lion if I said I didn’t love Singapore!”
This August, we’re celebrating the nation’s 60th birthday! Get to know Singapore from the eyes of a cute cat, to remembering the beauty of the kampung spirit, and rediscover what makes our little red dot so special. So come along with your little ones and join us in celebrating the stories that make us proud to call Singapore home!
NEW SESSIONS ADDED WEEKLY!
From July 2025, registration for each storytelling session will open two weeks in advance.
- 2nd August, 10:00 am – The Great Singapura Name-off! by Storyteller Hilary
Join Mdm Ang and Pura in a fun quest to name Singapore’s tiniest, cutest cats!
- 2nd August, 11:00 am – 桑尼拉乌他玛 · Sang Nila Utama by Storyteller William · 故事人伟光
在我们庆祝国庆日的当儿，你是否知道 “狮城” 的由来？· As we celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday, do you know who founded “The Lion city”?
- 9th August, 10:00 am – Sang Nila Utama and The Raging Seas by Storyteller Misha
Sail with Prince Sang Nila Utama to discover how Singapore got its lion-sized name!
- 9th August, 11:00 am – 组屋底层的猫猫 · The Cat In The Corridor by Storyteller Cheryl · 事人韵馨
年糕是大牌307座的常驻猫咪，不只是个安静的观察者，更是一位敏锐的侦探，擅长发现各种谜团。· Meet Mochi the cat detective—solving mysteries at Block 307 with her paws and purrs!
- 16th August, 10:00 am – The Kampung Spirit by Storyteller Danica
Mandy finds new friends at Block 232 when rainy troubles bring neighbours together kampung style!
- 23rd August, 10:00 am – The Munchy Merlion by Storyteller Nat
A hungry merlion goes on a big mission! Can he resist snacks and save the mermaid world?
- 30th August, 10:00 am – The Void Deck That Came Alive by Storyteller Cheryl
When Kayla draws on a wall, mystery friends join in and the void deck comes alive!
Click here to Register now and enjoy these stories for FREE!
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, activities are focused on a different theme.
More information on Gateway Kids Club available here.
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Image Credit: Gateway Theatre
When
02 August, 10:00 & 11:00
09 August, 10:00 & 11:00
16 August, 10:00
23 August, 10:00
30 August, 10:00.
Age
3–7
Price
Free
Telephone number
Links
Address
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.