A destructive fire razes through the squatter settlement of Bukit Ho Swee, leaving thousands of families homeless. To help the victims of the fire, Swee Leng, a Samsui woman, rises to the occasion and volunteers her time in the rebuilding efforts. Through sheer hard work and perseverance, she earns the respect of her peers and becomes a foreman at a construction site.
Set in 1960s Singapore, Samsui Women: One Brick at a Time is a life-sized puppetry performance based on the lives of the Samsui women of Singapore. Part fact and part fiction, it is a moving story about dedication, duty, and honour—reflecting the values and sacrifices that the dedicated Samsui women of yesteryears live by.
Playwright, Director and Set Conceptualiser: Chong Tze Chien
Set Designer: Grace Lin
Lighting Designer: Faith Liu Yong Huay
Sound Designer & Music Composer: Darren Ng
Puppet & Props Maintenance: Myra Loke
Performers & Puppeteers: Myra Loke, Vanessa Toh, Tanya Ang, Jo Tan
Production Manager: Lam Dan Fong
Stage Manager: Keira Lee
Assistant Stage Manager: Finna Kwang
Sound Operator: Leeyau Shi Min
Production Assistant: Lilith Tan
Educational Guide Writer: Jessica Ding
Educational Guide Designer: Shelly Liew
(Source: Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay website)