Kai Varisai - Monkey Paw

SYNOPSIS In 1935,the Straits Museum of Malaya launches an exclusive exhibition featuring the infamous Monkey Paw,known to many as a cursed object that grants its user’s wishes,with unfortunately deadly and ironic consequences. During a time of great economic uncertainty,many wish to get their hands on the mysterious Monkey Paw as a means to satisfy their own desires. PRODUCTION CREDITS Producer: AGAM Theatre Lab Presented by: AGAM Theatre Lab Directors: Akhilesh and Vinith Kumar Playwrights: Nallu Dhinkharan and Sabarna Production & Stage Manager: Gomathi Partnerships & Outreach: Sankari Elavalahan Assistant Production & Stage Manager: Kaushiya Lighting designer: Andrew Sound Design: Nallu Dhinakharan Original Soundtracks: Nallu Dhinakharan Publicity Design: Vinith Kumar Set Design: Andrew Makeup & Costume Design: Krihar Makeup Artistry Surtitles: Kaushiya Photography: Brandon Videography and Marketing Materials: Seyyon Media ​ Cast : Shaikh Yasin,Shobha Thiban,Krishmita Shiv Ram,Karls Karthikeyan,Nivedha Nagarajan,SRS Maheshwaran,Sabarees Kumar AGAM Theatre Lab (AGAM) ​ AGAM Theatre Lab (AGAM) is a young Singaporean Tamil theatre company dedicated to creating a sustainable platform for Tamil theatre within Singapore's vibrant arts landscape. Established in January 2019,AGAM has grown exponentially,producing trailblazing works that continually invigorate and enhance the presence of Tamil theatre in the local arts scene. Accorded with charity status and an accredited Institute of Public Character (IPC),AGAM became the first Tamil theatre company recognised under the Major company scheme under the National Arts Council. Over the past years,AGAM has not only produced traditional Tamil theatre works but has also innovated new forms of production and direction,pushing the boundaries of Tamil theatrical expression. The company has undertaken various initiatives to nurture and support young and aspiring artists,fostering the growth and development of talents within the community. Its work is characterised by its commitment to nurturing emerging talents,supporting new writing,and creating platforms for underrepresented voices. At the core of AGAM's work is the aspiration to create professional plays of the highest quality for contemporary audiences. Despite being a relatively young theatre company,AGAM's core team possesses a wealth of experience spanning organisational management and theatre-making,driving its remarkable success over the past five years. AGAM has successfully collaborated with various arts organisations,including Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay,and has received recognition for its contributions,including the ST Life! Theatre Awards.