What should you do if you've had an unsuccessful audition with one of Singapore's leading theatre companies? We look to Gaurav Kripalani, Artistic Director of Singapore Repertory Theatre for answers. Tune in and discover more about Gaurav's start with SRT, current role and his thoughts regarding his personal legacy with Singapore's theatre industry.
About Our Guest:
Gaurav is the artistic director of Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT) and has produced over 100 plays during his 23-year history with the company. Under Gaurav’s artistic direction, SRT was the first Singaporean theatre company on Broadway in 1998. This was for Golden Child, which went on to earn three Tony Award nominations. SRT has presented work by several renowned international artistes including Ninagawa, Complicite, Peter Brook, Yael Farber and the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Gaurav also recognises the importance of education with SRT being one of the biggest commissioners and producers of children’s theatre in Southeast Asia.
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Recorded at: KCAC Arts Centre
Presented by: Paul Adams, Learning & Engagement Manager
Produced by: Jelaine Ng Sha-Men, Resident SRT Learning & Engagement Officer
Sound, Light and Audio Technicians: Noor Hidayat Bin Norzizan and Peter Chi
Editor: Cedric Choo
Music: “Quirky Moment” from Purple Planet