Title
Photo of performance by Sin Sai Hong Opera
Year/Period
1960s - 1970s
Region
Singapore
Material
Dimension
Image size: H 8.3 x W 12.1 cm
Accession No.
2014-00859
Credit Line
Sin Sai Hong Opera Troupe
This photograph shows several performers of Sin Sai Hong Opera Troupe （新赛凤剧团）onstage and the proximity of audience seated during a performance, probably taken in Singapore in 60-70s. It sheds light on the close relationship between cast and performers. Sin Sai Hong was first established in 1910 using another name and was performing gaojiaxi （高甲戏） back then. The troupe changed its name to “Sin Sai Hong” in 1936 and changed to performing gezaixi （歌仔戏） which was gaining popularity in the 1930s. It is the oldest Hokkien Opera Troupe in Singapore. The Sin Sai Hong collection donated to the National Museum also consists of old photographs, certificates and costumes.
