Grounded - International Women’s Day promotion
Embark on an electrifying journey with the story of a fierce and determined female fighter pilot.
Singapore Theatre Company invites you to see 'Grounded.' An elite fighter pilot sees her skyward career cut short by her pregnancy. Reassigned to flying military drones remotely, she is stationed in a windowless trailer outside Las Vegas by day and returns to the embrace of her family each night. Soon, the boundaries blur between the desert she calls home and the distant battleground she patrols.
Her once boundless blue skies are now confined to a stark grey screen. As a drone pilot, her perspective shifts, as she’s offered a vantage point that’s both distant and immediate. Confronted by the stark reality of her new role, she must grapple with an inner awakening when faced with a very difficult decision.
Hailed as a "scorching sharp-eyed, timely script" by Time Out New York, Grounded delves into themes highly relevant to today's world, including women's ambition and their navigation of motherhood.
International Women’s Day 15% promo discount link: https://ticketing.srt.com.sg/srt/booking/grounded0324?promocode=grounded0324D applies to the 12 – 13th March, 8pm show
For your further consideration: International Women’s Day – Grounded Post-Show Dialogue, Fri 8th March
Join us after the performance on Friday, 8 Mar 2024, for a dialogue on women's journeys through career and ambition, engaging in meaningful conversations that resonate with the themes of the performance.
Renee Yeong is a London-based, New York-trained Singaporean young and upcoming theatre director. Renee champions women, people of colourr, LGBTQ+, and marginalised groups worldwide and tells their stories. She constantly pushing boundaries on and beyond the stage, while advancing social empowerment.​
Oon Shu An had a sell-out one-woman show, '#UnicornMoment', which garnered a Best Original Script nomination at the Life! Theatre Awards. Following her performance in Lungs (2021), Shu An returns to the STC stage in Grounded.​ She is also known for her acclaimed roles such as Jing Fei in Netflix's Marco Polo. Shu An passionately empowers women's narratives with her unparalleled talent and vibrant energy across diverse platforms.
Sarah Bagharib is a seasoned media professional with over a decade of experience. A seasoned media professional, Sarah advocates for women's advancement through her modern media company, @hellocrazycat , and the #nusantarawomenconversations podcast, fostering empowerment and a safe space for Southeast Asian Malay women to explore their identities.​
Penny Burtt is a Board Member of Harpswell Foundation, which aims to advance young women leaders in Southeast Asia with education, training and a supportive network. She has played an active role in Harpswell’s ASEAN Women’s Leadership Summit as a mentor and facilitator. She is also the Head of Policy and Government Engagement at Stripe.