10% Off Cat 1 & Cat 2 Tickets to Lao Jiu: The Musical

Set in 1980s Singapore, Lao Jiu: The Musical follows an exceptionally gifted boy — the ninth child and only son in a family of daughters. 

A prestigious scholarship lies within reach, yet Lao Jiu’s heart longs for the rich world of traditional Chinese hand puppetry. With his family’s hopes resting on him, Lao Jiu faces an impossible choice: pursue a path of stability and security, or dedicate himself to the life of an artist.

Adapted from the late theatre doyen Kuo Pao Kun’s beloved play, Lao Jiu: The Musical is one of Singapore’s most celebrated original musicals, with multiple sold-out runs and numerous accolades.

Award-winning director Kuo Jian Hong (Partial Eclipse of the Heart, If There’re Seasons…) revisits this landmark production, uniting a dynamic mix of original cast members and fresh new talent. Featuring evocative music and lyrics by Mandopop luminaries Eric Ng and Xiaohan, this heart-warming musical brings together stirring songs, energetic choreography, and a captivating spectrum of puppetry styles. 

A Boy. A Dream. A Choice.
 How will you choose?
About The Theatre Practice

The Theatre Practice (Practice) is Singapore’s longest-standing professional bilingual theatre institution. Artist-driven and deeply progressive, Practice strives to be an arts space in Singapore that consciously nurtures and empowers people who care about humanity. Over the past 61 years, Practice has developed and presented works that aim to reflect the richness and complexities of Singapore’s diverse cultures. 

Today, Practice carries on the work of their visionary co-founders and cultural medallion recipients, Kuo Pao Kun and Goh Lay Kuan. Under the helm of current Artistic Director Kuo Jian Hong, Practice continues to shape Singapore’s cultural landscape as the definitive voice in Singapore theatre. Jian Hong is deeply influenced by the importance of play in art-making and under her leadership, Practice has become the embodiment of the irrepressible spirit and fearless experimentation of play.

Event Details  

Venue:Drama Centre Theatre (National Library Building Level 3)
Date: 2 – 19 April 2026
Time: 8pm (Tue–Sat), 2.30pm (Sat–Sun)

Promotion Details   

10% off CAT 1 & 2 tickets - Applicable to shows between 3 - 12 April 2026
Promo Code: LAO9SAFRA
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Ticket Prices (Discounted and Usual Price):
CAT 1: $82.80 (U.P. $92)
CAT 2: $73.80 (U.P. $82)

Contact Information

The Theatre Practice
54 Waterloo Street, Singapore 187953

Generic Tel/Reservation Hotline: (65) 6337 2525
Email: ticketing@practice.org.sg 
Website: Lao Jiu: The Musical 《老九》音乐剧

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