Celebration of S. S. Sarma: An epoch in Singapore Tamil Theatre

Join us as we celebrate the legacy of S S Sarma, a towering figure who has shaped the  Singapore Tamil theatre landscape over decades. At 95, Sarma remains an enduring inspiration, exemplary director, actor, writer, and producer, whose pioneering works gave voice to the Singaporean Tamil experience.

From staging the first Tamil play at Victoria Hall to exploring bold genres like horror, mystery, and science fiction, Sarma was always ahead of his time. More than just entertainment, his plays were deeply rooted in the lives, language, and culture of Singapore Tamils, reflecting everyday struggles and dreams with authenticity and heart.

In this special event, co-organised by the Centre for Singapore Tamil Culture (CSTC) and Avant Theatre, with the support of the National Library Board, today’s leading theatre practitioners, G Selva, Vadi PVSS, Pugalenthii, and Ganesh Subramaniam, with Karthikeyan Somasundaram as facilitator, come together to pay tribute to this doyen. The programme also features a specially produced video interview with Sarma by CSTC, offering rare insights into his artistic journey.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to honour a living legend and reflect on the past and future of Singapore Tamil Theatre.

You are warmly invited to be part of this celebration of history and to honour one of the visionary pioneers who helped shape it. Join us on 5 July 2025 at 5:00pm at The POD, National Library (100 Victoria Street).

This event is open to all.

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