Message from M1

M1’s partnership with The Necessary Stage (TNS) began almost 10 years ago when both parties came together to realise the shared vision of promoting arts to young Singaporeans and engaging them at an early age.

The nascent projects of those early years with its focus on theatre for youth have since evolved into the present fringe festival concept that is multi-disciplinary and multi-dimensional in content and international in approach.

M1 Singapore Fringe Festival 2007 is the third in the series and it continues with the thematic exploration of the role of the arts in society and its relationship with the human condition. 'Art and Disability' sets the stage for this year’s Festival and provides a creative platform to address the complex issues of human disability in its different forms.

As always, TNS has lined up an impressive and thought-provoking programme that is certain to spark discussion and debate. Created and presented by Singaporean and international artists from 13 countries, this festival of theatre, film, dance, performance arts and other media will no doubt entertain as much as it promotes a better appreciation and understanding of the state of disability that goes beyond its conventional definition.

TNS has worked hard to make going to the M1 Singapore Fringe Festival an interesting, engaging and meaningful experience. I congratulate TNS for another fine effort this year and thank you for giving the Festival your strong support.

Have a wonderful time at the M1 Singapore Fringe Festival 2007!

 

Neil Montefiore
Chief Executive Officer
M1