Just last week, I brought Zech to DBS Arts centre to watch 金发姑娘和三只熊 (Goldilocks and the 3 bears) in Mandarin. Though it wasn't exactly perfect, I find the musical and set on the stage really captivating and the songs catchy. Till today, I can still hum one of the songs the 3 bears sang on stage. I've watched so many children's plays since my days as a teacher. This is the first time the same tune kept playing in my head.
The musical was organised by 'The Little Company'. Tickets on sale were affordable at about $22 on weekdays. As we went in a big group with other kids, I bought the tics at $16.90 per person after discount.
What was impressive was also the teacher resource pack given to us. I've seen other resource packs and this is really one of the more detailed resources ever given. Worksheets were pitched at different levels for the various age groups.
I printed out 3 different activities for Zech to do. There were other more creative ones such as drawing or thinking of various uses for wood but due to time constraint, I opted for less time-consuming worksheets.
Got Zech to do a follow-up activity in his jotter book after the show. I asked him to tell me his favourite character. Surprise surprise. He told me it was 熊妈妈 because she can sing well. It's true! So my boy can judge good versus mediocre vocals. Haha!
Zech's writing in English. Didn't want to stress Zech since he has started learning to write Chinese characters not too long ago. I want him to enjoy this activity and not find it a chore.
Being curious, I also asked Zech which character he likes the least. He said Goldilocks because she entered a house and slept on a bed without permission. Sometimes, I'm quite amazed at my 4yo's thoughts and questions. :)The next up and coming Mandarin play organised by "The Little Company' is another timeless fairy tale "The Ugly Duckling". If you are interested, go check it out here:
http://www.sistic.com.sg/events/ugly0815
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