Following their hits “The Crab Flower” and “Titoudao,” bilingual theater company Toy Factory Productions is back with a new Mandarin musical, subtitled in English. “Innamorati Two” will make its debut on September 22 at the Drama Centre Theatre in Singapore.Directed by the acclaimed Goh Boon Teck, “Innamorati Two” builds on the sold-out success of “Innamorati” in 2014. Portrayed as a “brilliant tour de force of Mandarin theater,” this new piece by playwright Jiang Daini touches upon a different and compelling storyline, evoking the resilience of the human spirit against life’s emotional and physical challenges.The seven-member cast comprises home-grown star Jin Wong, seasoned singer Chriz Tong, Assistant Director Sugie Phua, as well as Ann Lek, Stella Seah, Sunny Yang, and Jacky Lau. Each of them contributed original songs to the musical’s score — which, according to a press release, is a “bold first move for Singaporean theater.” For artists Jing Wong, Ann Lek, and Sunny Yang, this is their first time writing and composing music. Under the musical direction of Elaine Chan, best known for the LTA jingle “Love Your Ride,” the music is largely inspired by cosmopolitan indie pop influences. Described as a theater company “with real soul,” Toy Factory Productions and its Chief Artistic Director Goh Boon Teck have produced thought-provoking performances, establishing themselves as one of Singapore’s leading theater companies. The group's bilingual productions have enabled them to reach a bigger and wider audience, and participate in creative exchanges around the world, including in countries like Australia, China, Egypt, and Russia.“Innamorati Two” will run from September 22 through October 2 at Drama Centre Theatre, Singapore.
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