By Chow Chai Khim   Chinese theatre troupes in Southeast Asia have enjoyed widespread recognition, and have tangibly influenced Southeast Asian societies, particularly those with a notable Chinese diasporic presence.…

By Gandhimathy Durairaj   Singapore has long been known for its multiculturalism and the emphasis it places on fostering social harmony and diversity. The city-state is home to a diverse…

By Diyanah Nasuha Binte Omar Bahri   Reclaiming Adat: Contemporary Malaysian Film and Literature is essential reading for those fascinated by the interplay between the arts and identity in Malaysia.…

By Amy Lin   It is unsurprising that Singapore is often thought of as being the home of “Crazy Rich Asians” – in no small part thanks to Kevin Kwan’s…

By Karen Yap   Singapore’s “miraculous” transformation from a Third world to First world nation is an oft-repeated aphorism, often accompanied by a paen to Singapore’s founding Prime Minister, Mr…