Hello, Welcome to Centre 42!
About Us
Mission Statement
Centre 42 is a non-profit Singapore-based arts organisation.
We champion the creation and promotion of Singapore stories for the global stage.
We support the development of the theatre industry by providing resources, guidance, and outreach programmes, with a focus on script development and playwriting.
We lead the documentation of Singapore theatre for future generations
The Centre 42 Story
Our name was inspired by Centre 65, a centre started by the late Goh Poh Seng, to promote the arts in 1965. Goh Poh Seng is considered as one of the pioneers of Singapore English Language Theatre. He wrote such canonical classics as The Moon Is Less Bright (1964), When Smiles Are Done (1965; subsequently retitled Room With Paper Flowers) and The Elder Brother (1966). We hope to carry on the pioneering spirit of Centre 65 and promote script development and playwriting works in Singapore.
We function as an independent intermediary amongst makers, enablers, and consumers; We strive to be a bridge to connect people: we help, and we support.
We believe that for a good idea to materialise, it is important to provide space – physical, creative, thinking and engagement. We are a space to house those ideas, a space to consolidate those ideas and a space to connect those ideas to create meaningful content.
Centre 42 is supported by the National Arts Council under the Major Company Scheme for the period from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2026.
UEN No: 201403108H
Company type: Public Company Limited by Guarantee
Date of Incorporation: 03-February-2014
Charity Registration Date: 19-September-2014
Institution of a Public Character (IPC)
This status signifies public trust and adherence to high standards of governance.
Centre 42 is accorded the IPC status approved by the Commissioner of Charities (COC) to receive and issue tax-deductible receipts to donors for qualifying donations.
IPC Status: From 23-June-2017 to 22-Dec-2027
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is a framework that guides responsible and sustainable practices across three key areas: environmental impact, social responsibility, and corporate governance.
At Centre 42, we are committed to embedding ESG considerations into our decision-making processes and day-to-day operations. We collaborate closely with art-makers, workers, arts institutions, and the wider community to foster a more equitable, sustainable, and resilient world. This commitment is reflected in the following key focus areas:
- Environmental Sustainability: Enhancing energy efficiency, conserving water and electricity, and promoting recycling initiatives.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Creating an inclusive workplace culture and supporting the growth of diverse talent.
- Social Responsibility: Actively contributing to the well-being of society through our work and partnerships.
- Corporate Governance: Upholding strong governance practices to ensure responsible operations and long-term value for all stakeholders.
Milestone Essays
CHARITY TRANSPARENCY AWARDS 2022
Centre 42's Board Chairperson Andy Tan receives the Charity Transparency Award 2022 from Dr Gerard Ee.
Centre 42 is honoured to have received the Charity Transparency Award 2022 presented by the Charity Council on 9 November 2022. We received the award in recognition of our efforts in maintaining standards in governance and transparency.
For more info on the award, click here.
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Centre 42 team
Work With Us
Centre 42 is on the lookout for talents interested in documentation, design and communications to join the team! The following positions are currently available.
Interested applicants can write to us at info@centre42.sg.
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