Hero Video Credit : South China Morning Post Keeping Chinese Opera alive: Cantonese Opera, Peking Opera and Kunqu

The Chinatown Opera Festival 2019, is the first ever opera festival showcasing Singapore’s rich local heritage and culture.

Supported by the Singapore Tourism Board, proudly presented by the Chinatown Business Association (CBA), the festival will run from Wednesday 20 to Sunday 24 November 2019 at the bustling Chinatown district, a go-to destination for both locals, expats and tourists.

You will travel back in time and re-live the nostalgic days of performance art in the 1950s and 60s. CBA recreates the experience of Chinese opera through exquisite performances, atmosphere and without a doubt, food - which is at the heart of all celebrations

From Hainanese and Hokkien opera to the more popular Cantonese opera, expect an array of vibrant performances by local and international troupes such as Chinese Theatre Circle (敦 煌 剧 坊) as well as Guangzhou Hongdou Cantonese Opera Troupe (广州红豆粵剧).  

Other highlights of the festival are the ‘Chinese Opera Weapons Showcase’, as well as teachings on the “water sleeve" and face changing performances predominant in Chinese Opera.

Additionally, a segment of ‘Pop Music and Chinese Opera’ featuring pop songs influenced by Chinese Opera are introduced for younger audiences.

The festival has free activities for the public to enjoy, such as a photo booth, colouring station, games stall and opera props display, as well as paying activities including food and beverages stalls, mask painting and the sale of Opera Merchandise.

Stand a chance to walk away with a brand new Apple iPhone 11 by participating in the ‘Chinatown Opera Fest Contest’ that occurs throughout the five days of the festival. Simply unleash your creativity by dressing up in the best opera costume to win.

To participate on Instagram 

1. Follow Chinatown’s Instagram @ChinatownSingapore
2. Attend the Opera Festival 2019 dressed in Opera inspired outfits or makeup
3. Snap two photos behind any of the official event photobooth or backdrop
4. Post pictures on Instagram with the hashtag #ChinatownSG #VisitSingapore #PassionMadePossible and tag @ChinatownSingapore

To participate on Facebook:

1. Follow Chinatown’s Facebook Here
2. Attend the Opera Festival 2019 dressed in Opera inspired outfits or makeup
3. Snap two photos behind any of the official event photobooth or backdrop
4. Post pictures on Facebook with the hashtag #ChinatownSG #VisitSingapore #PassionMadePossible and tag @ChinatownstreetmarketSG

Tickets are currently on sale at Chinatown Visitor Centre, Chinatown Heritage Centre and online at SGD $20 for Premium Seating for shows on the main stage starting from 2pm through to 10pm daily and $10 for General Admission of night shows.