#Ballet for kids Singapore

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Tips for Choosing the Right Acrodance Class for Your Child

Finding the perfect acrodance class for your child can be a thrilling yet challenging task. Acrodance blends the artistry of dance with the flexibility and strength of acrobatics, making it a fantastic choice for energetic and adventurous kids. Here are some tips to help you select the right acrodance class for your child:

1. Assess Your Child’s Interests and Goals

Before enrolling your child in an acrodance class, consider their interests and goals. If they enjoy combining dance with acrobatics, acrodance is an excellent fit. However, if they’re more inclined towards hip hop or classical dance, you might explore other options like hip hop classes or ballet classes for kids.

2. Look for Qualified Instructors

The quality of instruction can make a huge difference in your child’s experience and progress. Ensure that the class is taught by qualified instructors with experience in acrodance. You might also consider other classes to see if they have instructors who are skilled in different dance forms, such as jazz dance classes or classical vocals.

3. Evaluate Class Structure and Size

A well-structured class with a manageable size is essential for effective learning. Smaller class sizes often mean more personalized attention. Check if the acrodance classes have a structured curriculum that includes warm-ups, skill-building, and choreography.

4. Check Facilities and Safety Measures

Ensure that the studio provides a safe environment with proper equipment and facilities. This is especially important for acrodance, which involves physical movements that require safety precautions. If you are considering a ballet school in Singapore, make sure the facilities are up to standard.

5. Visit the Studio and Observe a Class

Before making a decision, visit the studio and observe a class if possible. This will give you a sense of the class dynamics, teaching style, and how the instructor interacts with the students.

6. Consider the Class Schedule and Location

Choose a class that fits well with your family’s schedule and is conveniently located. Whether it’s acrodance or another form of dance, a suitable schedule will ensure consistency and commitment. You can also explore dance classes in Singapore that fit your requirements.

7. Seek Recommendations and Read Reviews

Talk to other parents or read online reviews to get insights into different acrodance programs. Personal recommendations can be incredibly valuable in finding a class that’s well-regarded by others.

8. Inquire About Trial Classes

Many studios offer trial classes, which can be a great way to gauge if the class is a good fit for your child before committing long-term. This allows your child to experience the class and see if it aligns with their interests.

9. Evaluate Costs and Value

Consider the cost of the class and what it includes. Sometimes, higher costs may reflect better facilities or more experienced instructors. Ensure that you’re getting good value for the price you’re paying.

10. Check for Additional Opportunities

Find out if the studio offers additional opportunities such as performances or competitions. These can be great for boosting your child’s confidence and providing them with extra motivation.

By keeping these tips in mind, you can find an acrodance class that will not only meet your child’s needs but also nurture their passion for dance and acrobatics. If you’re looking for more options or have specific questions, you can always contact us for personalized advice.

For a broader range of dance classes, you might also explore options like ballet classes or hip hop classes. Each dance form has its unique benefits and can complement your child's acrodance training.

[darling-im-wonderstruck]

hi !! your Annoying Tumblr Mutual has made her return. (gonna say it rn that you can ignore this if you want to, I won't take it personally !!)

todayyy, I thought we would play a lil game that I'm sure you're all familiar with, called 'never have I ever'. just answer "I have" or "I have never" kk?

｡･:*:･ﾟ★YAY LETS GO,｡･:*:･ﾟ☆

ೃ⁀➷ never have I ever dyed my hair?

ೃ⁀➷ never have I ever been in a talent show?

ೃ⁀➷ never have I ever vacationed in another country?

ೃ⁀➷ never have I ever met a celebrity in person?

ೃ⁀➷ never have I ever gone camping?

ೃ⁀➷ never have I ever learned an instrument?

ೃ⁀➷ never have I ever been in a relationship?

ೃ⁀➷ never have I ever cried because of an animated movie?

(to all my new mutuals, ty for being moots w/ me and I hope you're prepared for some chaos :>) (to all my *somewhat* long-time moots, ilysm fr)

okayyy baii !! and in case no-one's told you recently, I appreciate youuu .ೃ࿐

HI OMG !!! this looks sooo cute n fun <3

- i’ve never dyed my hair yet !!!!! i’d love to though <3 it’s just that i have virgin hair and i’m terrified of ruining it because i take so much care of it hwsinskx

- i haveeee !!! when i was little i used to do ballet and all the students were enrolled into this little talent show thing in a theater ! it was a cute experience and i still have the videos of the routine i did :’)

- I HAVEEE !!!! some i’ve gone to are hongkong, singapore, and japan !!!!! we have plans to go to either london or la at some point next year and i’m hoping that pulls through bc we haven’t left the country since the pandemic ☹️

- I HAVE !!!!!!! my family has insane connections and i’ve met people ranging from politicians, influencers, really famous businessmen/businesswomen, and actual celebrities 😭 usually happens at family gatherings, events that my family hosts, etc etc

- I HAVEE <3 camping is such a fun experience !!! i did camp with my family once and we did hiking + went to a beach along with it, i believe it was overnight if i remember correctly !! it was honestly a little terrifying because we had to use these bathrooms by the beach and it was… not the best bathroom i’ve been to, but we persevered 🥲

- YES I HAVE !!!! i can play guitar, ukulele, recorder, a bit of drums and piano (based off of old lessons i had as a kid, i need to get back to learning though cause i would LOVE to get the hang of playing the piano and drums once more)

- i have 🤭 the long time followers know allll the lore regarding that

- OH YES I HAVE. 100% basically ALLLL the good disney/pixar/dreamworks movies and the spiderverse movies have ALL made me cry… slightly embarrassing but it’s okay !!!!! like those movies mean so much to me honestly and i am such a sensitive and emotional human 😭

AHHH this was so so so fun thank you for this !!! <3 I APPRECIATE YOU TOOO !! :)

[sunreisets]

Thanks for tagging me @solitaire-enthusiast !

Are you named after anyone?: Real name no, but my english name i would say i kinda named myself after Sunny from SNSD, but mostly because that was my animal crossing username HAHHA

when was the last time you cried: probably a few days ago? Before i went to snork mimi

Do you have kids?: im still a minor, im still a teenager so definitely not, but i do tend to be a sibling/mother figure to some of my cousins whenever their parents are busy aka i babysit my younger cousins i hope that’s counted HAHHA

Do you use sarcasm a lot?: not really, sometimes in a joking manner. Im really bad at being sarcastic

What sport do you play/have you played: dance is a sport so i would go with that, i think? Im 11 years into learning ballet. Other than that i would say i played quite a bit of sports since Singapore’s education system consists of different sports different term in their PE syllabus.

What’s the first thing you notice about people: their eyes!!! Eyes captivate me and usually emotions are told through the eyes.

What’s your eye colour: brown, black. Usually a dark shade of brown i think?

Scary movies or happy endings: happy endings 100% i watched a scary movie once and it triggered a chain of paranoia and anxiety attacks.

Any special talents: if you say singing, artistic abilities and dancing then yeah, but im not very good at all 3 BAHAHHA

Where were you born: MAJULAH SINGAPURA (singapore) 🔥

What are your hobbies?: drawing, singing, genshin impact and just art in general!

Do you have any pets?: sadly no :[ i used to have two snails though!

How tall are you: 160cm I’ve grown im taller than yuki now

favourite subject in school?: history, art, science!

Dream job: artist, designer or writer :]

Tagging @princeofpyrenee @schuvries and anyone who wants to join! Sorry if i tagged you and you’ve already done it :[[[

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[kiyalearning01]

Rhythmic Revelations: Kiya Learning Online Dance Classes for Kids and Adults

Introduction

In a world where movement is poetry and Dance Classes in Singapore is the language of the soul, Kiya Learning Online Dance Classes emerges as a Dance styles of creativity and expression. These virtual dance classes, which are available for both adults and children, break down barriers and provide a life-changing opportunity that honors the freedom to express oneself and the joy of movement. Let's explore the features that make Kiya Learning Online Dancing Classes a dynamic resource for dancers of all skill levels.

Professional Teachers:

The experienced teachers at Kiya Learning Online Dance Classes are not only knowledgeable educators but also have a strong interest in dance.With years of experience in many genres of dance, from hip-hop to classical ballet, we guarantee that students receive excellent teaching catered to their interests and skill level. We bring a lot of knowledge and experience to every lesson.

All styles of dance: From hip-hop's intense sounds to ballet's exquisite elegance,

Accessible Learning Platform:

Location is no longer a barrier to studying with online dance lessons. Dancers can participate in courses from the comfort of their homes with Kiya Learning's virtual platform, which eliminates travel expenses and offers more scheduling flexibility. Kiya Learning Online Dance Classes make it simple to follow your passion for dance, whether you're a student with a hectic schedule or a busy parent balancing work and family obligations.

Online Interactive Sessions:

Kiya Learning Online Dancing Classes are not at all passive, even though they are virtual. With the help of interactive exercises, instructors providing real-time feedback, and live-streamed sessions, students actively participate in the learning process, improving their abilities and technique with every session. Participant connection and camaraderie are further fostered by interactive features like chat rooms and virtual dance parties.

Dance classes for all ages and skill levels can find programs at Kiya Learning Online Dance Classes,

 whether you're a young aspirant or an adult hoping to rekindle your love of movement. From advanced seminars that push experienced dancers to reach new heights to beginner-friendly programs that focus on building foundational skills, there is something for everyone.

Promoting mental and physical health:

 Dancing is not just a physical activity but also a means of self-expression and mental discipline. In addition to technique and skill development, Kiya Learning Online Dance Classes emphasize creativity, confidence, and mindfulness, offering a comprehensive approach to dance teaching. Dancers are encouraged to explore their emotions, let go of stress, and develop an inner sense of balance and peace via the joy of movement.

Creative and Expressive Dance Sessions:

Dance is a healthy form of body expressions and mental well-being in addition to being a physical activity. Kiya Learning offers online dance classes for a thorough approach to dance education. Online Dance Classes: In addition to technique and skill development, dance classes emphasize creativity, self-assurance, and mindfulness. Online sessions are joy of movement, dancers are encouraged to explore their emotions, release tension, and cultivate an inner feeling of balance and tranquility,assurance, and mindfulness in addition to technique and skill development. Dancers are encouraged to explore their emotions, let go of tension, and develop a sense of inner balance and serenity via the joy of movement.

Dance skills and practice sessions:

Beyond the dance studio, Kiya Learning Online Dance Classes offer a journey of personal development, self-discovery, and enduring memories. Whether it's from the thrill of mastering a challenging routine, the friendships developed with other dancers, or the sense of accomplishment that comes from pushing boundaries, the skills learned and memories created in these online dancing classes are likely to last a lifetime.

 conclusion

 Kiya Learning Online Dance Classes provide a welcome diversion into the worlds of dance, music, and enchantment amidst the screens that rule our lives in the digital age. These virtual dance sessions enable dancers of all ages to release their potential, express themselves courageously, and dance their way to joy and fulfillment through professional training, a variety of dance styles, easily accessible learning platforms, and an emphasis on holistic well-being. Come along with us at Kiya Learning for this rhythmic adventure, where each stride is a celebration of life, love, and the transforming potential of dance.

COMPANY NAME - Kiya Learning

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CONTACT US - +65 96453195

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Unlock Your Rhythm: Exploring the Best Dance Classes in Singapore

Singapore, a vibrant city known for its rich cultural tapestry, has a thriving dance scene that caters to enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, stay active, or simply express yourself through movement, Singapore's dance classes offer something for everyone. In this article, we'll take a closer look at some of the best dance classes in Singapore that will help you discover the joy of dance.

1. Ballet: Graceful Movements and Elegance

For those who dream of gliding across the stage with grace and poise, ballet is the perfect choice. Ballet classes in Singapore cater to beginners and seasoned dancers alike. These classes focus on building strength, flexibility, and a strong foundation in classical ballet techniques. Whether you're a child or an adult, you can find ballet classes that suit your needs.

2. Hip-Hop: Groove to the Beat

If you're more into urban and contemporary styles, hip-hop dance classes are a fantastic option. Hip-hop classes are all about rhythm, energy, and self-expression. These classes teach you various hip-hop styles, from popping and locking to freestyle. It's an excellent way to get fit while having a blast on the dance floor.

3. Contemporary Dance: Artistic Expression

Contemporary dance is a fusion of various dance styles that allows for creativity and self-expression. It encourages dancers to break free from conventional movements and explore their unique style. Many dance studios in Singapore offer contemporary dance classes that cater to beginners and experienced dancers looking to expand their artistic horizons.

4. Salsa: Spice Up Your Life

Salsa is not just a dance; it's a way of life! Salsa dance classes in Singapore are known for their vibrant atmosphere and passionate instructors. Whether you're a complete beginner or want to perfect your moves, salsa classes offer an exciting and social way to learn this Latin dance form.

5. Ballroom Dancing: Elegance and Grace

Ballroom dancing is a classic choice for those who want to add a touch of elegance to their life. From the waltz to the tango, ballroom dance classes teach you the intricate steps and stylish moves that will have you gliding across the dance floor with confidence and poise.

6. Traditional Dance: Embrace Culture

Singapore's diverse cultural heritage means you can also explore traditional dance forms like Indian classical dance, Chinese dance, or Malay dance. These classes not only teach you the dance moves but also provide insight into the rich cultural traditions of Singapore.

7. Kids' Dance Classes: Nurture Young Talent

If you have aspiring young dancers at home, Singapore offers a wide range of kids' dance classes. These classes focus on building a strong foundation, fostering creativity, and instilling a love for dance from a young age. It's a great way to keep your kids active and engaged in a fun and creative environment.

8. Adult Dance Classes: Rediscover Your Passion

Don't let age be a barrier to pursuing your passion for dance. Many dance studios in Singapore offer adult dance classes that cater to different skill levels and interests. It's never too late to rediscover the joy of dancing and stay physically active.

9. Online Dance Classes: Learn from Anywhere

In the digital age, you can also explore online dance classes, which offer the flexibility of learning from the comfort of your home. These classes cover a wide range of dance styles and are a convenient option for those with busy schedules.

10. Social Dancing: Connect with Others

Dance classes in Singapore not only teach you the art of dance but also provide a fantastic opportunity to meet like-minded individuals. Social dancing events and workshops are a great way to connect with others who share your passion for dance.

In conclusion, Singapore's dance scene is a vibrant tapestry of styles and cultures waiting for you to explore. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, there's a class for you. So, why wait? Join a dance class today and unlock your rhythm, express yourself, and connect with a community that shares your love for dance. Singapore is your stage; it's time to dance!

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҂ Her Ruination.

Charming, elegant, glamorous— these probably best describe Aitana Sonnet, the Zhao’s and de Ayala’s  wonder child. Born on the twelfth of October, year two thousand and one at the Zhao Hall in Singapore, Aitana was then loved and adored by many. At age three, the young girl took an interest in ballet after being in awe with the dancers’ performance which made her decide to learn it right away. Her whole childhood mainly revolved around ballet, honing her mastered skill every now and then. Being an intelligent child, she was also already capable of speaking five languages (English, Mandarin, Spanish, Filipino, Korean), Mandarin being her mother tongue. She had also taken interest in fencing, swimming, equestrian, and golf— taking these newly found hobbies as an opportunity to bond with her siblings more. Aitana always tries her best to excel in everything she does as she wants to make a name for herself later on and also because she was expected to do good in all aspects being in a family of well-known business tycoons. The burden of doing everything to basically fit in her parents’ standards burnt out the kid in her— and the pressure on herself went on until it almost killed her. One day, she just found herself losing interest in every academic book she owned, and doing what she loves the most felt like a chore to her. Aitana had to suck it up for quite some time because she didn’t want to disappoint all of them. Remembering the look on her father’s face when she failed third grade brought horror to the crevices of her mind and she didn’t want to experience that again. However, the family’s lives took a turn when they thought Medea, one of the twins, was dead after she went missing for a month. This hurt young Aitana even more and everything went downhill afterwards.  She can be the most nonchalant person in the world but Liberty, Morpheus, and Medea are her best treasures and she couldn’t even imagine a life without them. Seeing her siblings depart for New York City after a few more years of staying at Zhao Hall made Aitana sad as the twins was the life of it and they make things bearable for her but she understood why that needed to happen and promised herself that soon enough she will also depart the cold corners of the said “home.”

Four months before her highschool graduation, Aitana had taken extra hours for ballet lessons as her mother and instructor was preparing her application at the most renowned ballet schools in the world. Luckily though, she got an admission in some of them, but of course, being part of the Zhao de Ayalas, you don’t actually have the freedom to choose for yourself. So her mother, Sistine, had chosen the “right” school for her— the Royal School of Ballet in London and was set to depart after her graduation with her instructor. But Aitana knew that if she continued, she’d be the most miserable person ever and she didn’t want that. She didn’t want any of it. She grew tired of being alone in the cold four corners of their very own dancing studio, perfecting every turn, wearing those damn shoes, hearing them scold her for tripping and for “lazing” around— she hated all of it. It was too much in the crevices of her mind but without it she will be nothing. She’s not Aitana Sonnet Zhao de Ayala if she won’t be the ballerina everyone wishes her to be and she damn hated it. For the first time, she found herself talking back to their mother. She had never seen any emotions on her pretty face even after Medea went missing and seeing her being shocked after she told them that she will not pursue ballet anymore, hurt the young maiden in a way but she didn’t back down with her words. She just knew she had to. She can’t keep being wrapped around their fingers anymore, it had to be stopped.

At present, Aitana is living with her siblings at Forbes Park in Makati City, Philippines. Getting to experience the long overdue freedom, Aitana was able to appreciate more of herself and the things she was capable of doing. However, she, who was already shaped into becoming someone who’ll continue the Zhao de Ayala legacy with her siblings, found it so hard to start again. It seemed like everything was new to her. The maiden kept getting distracted— trying this and that but she was never satisfied. Oh, when will she ever be satisfied? The relationship with her parents greatly affected where she is right now and she knew she will never get to bring back the old Aitana Sonnet who was so always willing to try out everything. She was lost . . so lost that she can’t even do anything to patch things up.  

[truevinekidsmagic]

For Your Next Online Party, Check Out These 5 Fun Virtual Event Ideas

In addition to helping to break up the monotony of long-distance friendships or working from home for an extended period of time, socialisation is crucial for mental health and wellbeing. It's a terrific method to raise spirits in team settings as well.

What then is the best way to amuse your team online? We've compiled a few entertaining virtual event ideas to get the party started, whether you're hosting a virtual family reunion, a dinner party with friends, or a team-building activity with remote co-workers.

Online Cooking Classes: Looking for entertaining virtual event ideas to keep your guests entertained? Online cookery classes can do the trick. You can learn French baking methods, make spaghetti, or try New Orleans-style cooking. Live, interactive, and entirely online cooking classes are readily available to enrol in. In addition to being useful for social gatherings, they can make excellent online team building exercises or ways to start a virtual dinner party.

Virtual Dance Party: Plan a virtual dance party event and invite attendees to perform. Pick a theme or simply draw dancing styles at random. Your visitors will enjoy showing off their dance moves, whether they are disco, hip-hop, salsa, tap, or ballet.

Online Game Night: You can still have a gaming night even if you can't in person. Games like Words With Friends, Scrabble, and Scattergories have apps that can be installed and enjoyed whenever you want.

Virtual Comedy Show: Hire a comedian to amuse your guests at a special virtual gathering by using technologies like Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Choose from live or recorded performances of stand-up comedy performed by skilled comedians.

Virtual Magic Show: Innovative and entertaining virtual event ideas like a virtual magic performance may draw guests’ curiosity and keep them captivated the entire time. It can evoke awe throughout the entire event, leaving attendees wondering what will happen next.

At True Vine Kids Magic, we can host a virtual magic show in Singapore that is engaging, full of unexpected moments and left the viewers wondering “how this is possible?” Whether strolling around a party or performing on stage, our magicians in Singapore mesmerize audiences with skillful magic tricks and enthralling illusions. Our Singapore magicians can capture attention of your guests of all ages (including kids), because everyone loves entertainment.

If you want True Vine Kids Magic to host your next virtual Magic Show in Singapore, feel free to call at +65 9234 6300!

Source From: https://truevinekidsmagic.wordpress.com/2023/02/08/for-your-next-online-party-check-out-these-5-fun-virtual-event-ideas/

[365days365movies]

Musical December II: The King and I - Recap: Part Two

So, what’s the actual story of The King and I?

Well, first things first, let’s talk about Anna. After all, she wrote the original book, right? Anna Leonowens was born in India in 1831. This was a part of her origin that she regularly hid, claiming instead to have been born in Wales. She was also probably mixed, through her maternal grandmother. That’s unverified, though. In any case, Anna’s father was a hotel manager who died real quick, and she lived with her mother and siblings in abject poverty in India. Again, she would deny this part of her past.

Her mother remarried shortly after her birth, and her stepfather was extremely abusive towards her. This abuse may have ranged from emotional to sexual, but there are conflicting reports on that front. In any case, Anna got the fuck out of there at 14, and eventually met her future husband, Tom Leon Owen. Rather than being a British officer like she claimed (and as is said in the book and musical), he was a fairly dull man, with far less intellect than the well-read Anna. After several miscarriages, the two had two children...and no money. And then Tom died in Singapore.

Yeah, Anna’s now living with her kids in Singapore, with no money, no support, and no luck whatsoever. She also didn’t really talk to British people much, possibly because of her mixed-race status. Instead, she spent her time with American ex-pats, and that would set the stage for her post-Thailand life. She was a huge fan of abolition, and she approved of both women’s rights and the abolishment of slavery. So, yeah, accurate there.

Then, after she’d taken up a job as an English tutor, a friend of Anna’s informed her of an opportunity in Siam as a tutor. She took it, and went with her son Louis to Thailand, calling herself Ann Leonowens and reinventing her backstory entirely to get the job. She claimed she was from England (nope), was the widow of a war veteran and officer (noperino), and was three years younger. Weird choice there, but OK. And at this point, you might have noticed something.

Fitting, since the stage is now set for Anna’s visit to the court. But I’ll save that for the Review section. See, Anna’s account of Mongkut is apparently so very inaccurate, the book and all adaptations of it are and always have been banned in Thailand. Whoof. Fuckin’ whoof, man.

So, for now, let’s go back to the fictional Thailand with Part Two of this Recap! Part One is right here!

SPOILERS AHEAD!!!

Recap: Part Two

Having been moved by Thiang’s song about abusive relationships, Anna reluctantly goes to speak with Mongkut. When she shows up, he assumed she’s there to apologize, and she just fuckin’ goes with it. With very little prodding, Anna gets him to tell her about the message from England, and of his false reputation as a barbarian.

He backhandedly asks Anna for advice, asking her instead what she guesses he will do. And she tells him that she THINKS he would invite the incoming emissaries to a banquet, served in the European style. After all, the European style is...civilized...guuuuuuh. Yeah, it’s the whole “cultures that aren’t British aren’t culture” shit from this time period. Colonizing, imperialist, racism, et cetera, et cetera, et cetera. You get the idea.

Mongkut agrees to this, and sets out to prepare a banquet and performance for the visiting British ambassadors. And in return, after another backhanded set of insults towards Anna during a prayer to Buddha, he promises her and her son a house, as they’d originally agreed. And with that, the preparations are made.

One week later, the kingdom is all prepped for the visit of ambassadors Sir John Hay (Alan Mowbray) and Sir. Edward Ramsay (Geoffrey Toone). The latter is and old friend and old flame of Anna’s, and is thirsty as hell for her. That fact makes Mongkut extremely jealous immediately, but they mostly get past it as the banquet begins. 

While a group of guys do Muay Thai outside, the banquet soon turns into the performance of the night, that being a Thai ballet version of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Yes, we’re doing this. As fucking weird as this idea is, it’s also a genuinely good performance (“The Small House of Uncle Thomas”), as well as being an interesting interpretation of an American story through the eyes of a completely different culture. And then, consider that this cultural depiction is actually the depiction of Thai theatre from an American perspective, and that’s even more interesting. I’d love to see a version of this that was made by a Thai director. Odds are SUPER high that that won’t ever happen, but a dude can dream.

But Tuptim uses this to pass along her political message: FUCKING LET ME GO HOME! Yeah, she basically says that directly to him at one point, which pisses him off. What’s made worse is the fact that the story ends in the death of the slave owner, which is obviously an allegory for Mongkut himself. Yeah, Tuptim might’ve fucked up there, real talk. The performance ends, everybody but Mongkut claps, and Tuptim gets the FUCK OUT OF THERE! The entire performance was an excuse for Lun Tha to get her out of the palace. Clever, I gotta say. After the banquet, Anna goes to speak with him, and shares her appreciation for the night and for Mongkut’s efforts. He, in turn, shows his appreciation with a beautiful jeweled ring. Before they retire for the night, he tells Anna that an albino elephant has been born, and this is seen as a good omen for the future.

However, he’s still upset about the play and Tuptim. He reveals that she can’t be found, which only somewhat surprises Anna. She tells him that she was unhappy, and that she was little more to him than an object or a prize. And yeah, he doubles down on that shit. What follows is his personal philosophy, which is...I mean, dude owns a harem of women, it’s exactly what you think it is (“Song of the King”). Anna counters with the traditions of the English. And of course, this results in the other most famous song from this musical: “Shall We Dance?”.

It is a lovely song, a lovely dance, and a lovely scene.

And it’s completely destroyed by what happens next. The Kralahome bursts in, with the news that Tuptim’s been found. They drag her in, under accusation of infidelity with Lun Tha. The punishment is whipping, much to Anna’s horror. But goddammit, the king of Siam will NOT be cuckolded in his own castle! HE WILL NOT BE A BETA CUCK!

Anna stands there, resolute in her opposition, and accusing Mongkut of have no love in his heart, and of being the barbarian the English believe him to be. And with that...he leaves just before he’s about to whip her. An advisor comes in right afterwards to reveal that Lun Tha is dead, and the Kralahome tells Anna that her stupid compassion has destroyed Mongkut. She runs away in tears, planning on taking the next boat out of there.

Weeks later, as her belongings are packed, and as she plans on leaving the kingdom, she reminisces on her good times there. In the process, Thiang and the Prince arrive to tell Anna that Mongkut is suddenly and unexpectedly dying. Apparently, he has a broken heart from the events of that night, and it’s so fucking bad that he’s literally dying? Fuck, I guess the doctors have just given up!

Upon hearing of Anna’s planned departure, he wrote a letter to her under great duress. She reads it and cries, upon realizing that the King really did respect her greatly. Bygones are bygones, and Anna goes to visit the ailing Mongkut. On his deathbed (and still complaining about relative head height), he gives back to her the ring she’d rejected after the whipping incident.

His numerous children are brought in to the room, and one of them begs Anna to stay in a very heartfelt plea. She agrees, for the sake of the children, and Mongkut gives her a raise. Also, damn, dude doesn’t seem like he’s dying. Just tired and kinda pissed. Still, he officially passes on his title to the Crown Prince, who makes a few proclamations. One, fireworks and boat races for New Years’. Priorities, kid, you’ve got them right. Secondly, et cetera, he ends the custom of bowing to a king.

And with that, Mongkut just...dies (“Finale”). And the movie ends.

Well...damn. See you in the Review!

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Bloom

A/N: Happy Pride! Here’s some Crossbow Canary to celebrate 🏳️‍🌈❤️🏳️‍🌈❤️

They met at a Halloween party. Helena was half-listening to a group of fellow freshmen discussing the politics of TokTok when she noticed her— a petite, athletically-built blonde wearing a yellow hard hat and a slick of red lipstick. It was a shade too dark for her, standing out stark against her pale skin; the mark of a makeup novice. She was laughing with a small group of friends, her smile radiant. She was radiant.

Then, as if she could feel Helena staring, the blonde looked straight at her.

There was a faint flush in the apples of her cheeks as she offered a tremulous but encouraging smile, and Helena practically bolted across the room toward her.

***

Her name was Dinah.

They met again a week later, by accident, at a small martial arts studio off campus. Helena arrived just as Dinah was leaving, her face shiny and blotchy with exertion, her ashy blonde hair plaited back in a sweaty French braid. She wore black Lycra gym-gear beneath her pea coat to stave off the approaching New Jersey winter. Her coat was a vibrant cornflower blue, reminding Helena of the rich pigments Italian Renaissance painters used for Mary Magdalen's robes. Without the dark smear of lipstick, she could see the graceful curve of her prominent Cupid’s bow, giving her face a sweetness that belied the clear-eyed maturity few their age possessed.

“Oh,” Dinah stopped short on the sidewalk, her face lighting up. “Hello,” she grinned.

“Hi,” Helena grinned back at her, suddenly giddy as if she’d eaten a gallon of corn syrup. She could feel excitement fizzing in her veins, propelling her closer like a moth to the flame.

“Do you train here?” Dinah asked, re-shouldering her gym bag.

“They have a Krav Maga class I like,” Helena explained. “You?”

“Jiu Jitsu,” Dinah shrugged, smiling. “My old trainer swore by Krav Maga, but it doesn’t have the same…” she pursed her lips as she took her time to search for the word. “Grace,” she settled on.

“Grace?” Helena smirked. “Are we talking about ballet or fighting?”

Dinah laughed easily. “My first sensei would say they were the same thing.”

“Wow, how many senseis and trainers have you had?” Helena teased. She immediately regretted it when Dinah visibly tensed, her expression abruptly becoming guarded.

“I was fostered at a dojo for a little while when I was a kid,” she explained haltingly, her brown eyes darting off to the side. “And uh, then I was in a group home until I was eighteen and they… let me keep taking karate to give me some, uh, stability I guess.”

Helena’s eyes widened at this revelation, delivered so candidly in passing on the sidewalk—that she’d grown up in foster care; that she was an orphan. She could feel Dinah’s uneasiness, and it inspired a desperate need to comfort or reassure her, a wholly unfamiliar impulse.

“My dad sent me to a Swiss boarding school when I was twelve,” Helena blurted out. “After my mom died. It was kind of like a group home just with, you know, rich kids and archery. And a castle.”

As the words came tumbling out of her mouth, she knew she was being horribly rude by being so flippant about her privilege, but it seemed to lighten Dinah’s mood, her kind smile blooming again.

“Well, just because there was archery doesn’t mean it wasn’t hard to be away from everything you knew,” she said, meeting Helena’s eye meaningfully.

She understood loneliness, Helena realized. She understood the pain and anger of abandonment. Yet she didn’t carry bitterness around in the same way Helena did; bitterness that didn’t taste as bad when Dinah was standing here proving there was a way beyond it. It gave Helena hope—something she wasn’t well acquainted with after repeated tragedies.

A squat city bus puttered past behind them, catching Dinah’s eye. She glanced at Helena apologetically, a sliver of vulnerability slipping into her otherwise confident counternence.

“Maybe I’ll try Krav Maga sometime,” she offered, almost shyly.

“Maybe we could get coffee afterward,” Helena suggested, beaming.

They exchanged numbers before Dinah ran to catch the bus.

***

A week later, they kicked the shit out of each other at the studio and went for coffee. Helena had expected Dinah to pick up the Krav Maga moves quickly since she was well-versed in Karate and Jiu Jitsu. She even indulged in a stupid fantasy about helping her find the right techniques and positions, a blatant ploy to be physically closer to her.

But when they began sparing, Helena quickly realized she was wildly outmatched. Dinah did not need her help—she already knew Krav Maga even if she hadn’t quite mastered it. Then the minute Helena got the upper hand, Dinah gave up on the prescribed moves the instructor gave them, and took Helena down with a few quick karate strikes she couldn’t counter effectively.

Helena’s back hit the mat hard, knocking the wind out of her. Her eyes widening as Dinah pinned her down with a steady hand flat over her heart, the heel of her small hand grazing the top of Helena’s breast through her sports bra.

Dinah released her and sat back, looking smug.

“You cheated!” Helena laughed, accepting a hand to pull herself up to sitting.

“What’s the point of fighting if you aren’t going to win?” Dinah shot her a knowing smirk.

“What happened to grace?” Helena demanded, her eyebrows raising when Dinah faltered but quickly recovered.

“You’re right,” she agreed, her face softening like she’d come to some internal revelation. “It’s not about winning. It’s about the practice, and finding balance.”

“Alright, sensei,” Helena rolled her eyes but she couldn’t stop smiling—another unfamiliar impulse. “You can buy me a coffee to make up for cheating.”

“It’s called mixed martial arts for a reason,” Dinah insisted as they headed for the changing rooms. “I was just mixing in more martial arts”

“Yeah, yeah.”

***

For the rest of the semester they trained and went for coffee at least once a week. They would tell each other which parties they were going to, what events their friends were discussing attending. It went unsaid that they were leaving breadcrumbs for each other, a trail that would lead them back together.

Their social lives began to blend. Helena became friendly with Dinah’s carefully cultivated group of scholastic overachievers and misfits. Meanwhile, the gang of loud, kittenish gay men Helena surrounded herself with fawned over Dinah. They showed her how to do her make-up properly and cheered when she paraded around the dorm in high heels for them like a clumsy newborn colt.

“She is gorgeous,” one of Helena’s friends hissed to her.

But it never went any further than a lingering touch or look as Helena restrained herself from making the first move, but not because she feared rejection. She’d taken a gap year after boarding school, a boozy thirteen months during which she’d travelled across Southeast Asia—Vietnam, Cambodia,Thailand, Bali, Singapore—and then on to Australia. The youthful hedonism that characterized backpacking made it easy not to be shy or ashamed of her attraction to both boys and girls. But she resisted making the first move with Dinah— she wanted Dinah to come to her.

***

Helena stayed at Princeton over the holidays, just like she’d done throughout boarding school. The only place she could feasibly go was Gotham to be with her younger brother, Pino. He was seventeen, and Helena had just enough contact to suspect he was already involved in the ‘family business,’ which she tried not to think about. They mostly kept in touch via Snapchat and Instagram, a selfie and meme-based relationship that removed the painful edges of reality.

Dinah returned to Gotham for Christmas to visit another member of the orphanage she’d grown up in. She wanted to see how they were getting on without her, she said, though she wasn’t looking forward to being back in the city.

But something obviously went wrong while she was away, because once they were back at school she began determinedly avoiding Helena. She made excuses about being busy with classes and other friends needing her attention. Weeks went by and Helena started to feel crazy, like she was missing something obvious, which meant she was either blind or too stupid to be able to see what was happening.

Then out of the blue Dinah showed up at Helena’s dorm, her hair freshly cut in a cute, girlish bob that brushed the collar of her cornflower blue coat, her tawny eyes glowing determinedly.

“Helena,” she breathed, searching Helena’s face. “Will you go out with me?”

***

They went out for dinner, something Helena had never done with a girl before. She’d slept with women, but she struggled with the idea of going on a date with a woman. She was disappointed in herself, that she hadn't evolved beyond worrying about the perception of others when she knew what she wanted.

But those worries were relegated to background noise when Dinah showed up on her doorstep, wearing a candy-apple-red shade of lipstick that suited her perfectly.

“Hey,” she greeted Helena, her smile radiant. Excited.

***

After dinner, Helena walked Dinah back to her dorm. When the moment she’d been waiting months for finally arrived, Dinah tucked a loose piece of Helena’s hair behind her ear, then tentatively laid her palm across the curve of her jaw. Her eyes fell shut as she drew Helena's mouth down to hers.

Her lips were eager and curious, but clumsy. Helena paused to draw back, the thick fringe of her eyelashes brushing Dinah’s nose as she opened her eyes. Dinah’s hand was still resting on her cheek, while Helena’s hands had found Dinah’s waist. Her eyes were heavy and her lips parted, the red lipstick faded.

“Don’t take this the wrong way,” Helena said slowly. “But... have you ever kissed someone before?”

Dinah’s face split into a rueful grin, without a trace of shame. “I have now,” she pointed out playfully.

Helena mirrored her grin and gave Dinah’s waist a gentle tug, pulling her closer as their lips met again.

***

They went on more dates, and eventually they found their way into each other’s beds. They got to know each other’s bodies, bringing them closer in a way Helena hadn’t realized was possible. She’d only experienced sex as a blurry, rushed encounter, but with Dinah she was overwhelmed, drunk on how badly she wanted her.

Their friend groups continued to cross pollinate with the queer communities on campus, and they slowly began to build a chosen family together since neither of them had one of their own. Helena was thrilled to see Dinah slowly shed the armour she’d built to protect herself, becoming more open and accepting of her own feelings and desires. But Helena found it harder, in part because she was lying to Dinah by not telling her the full truth of her past.

Her family and their ‘business’ was a dark, shameful secret she had never told another person, and she couldn’t decide how Dinah, with her strong moral compass, would react. It was like an invisible blockade between them, one Helena knew could destroy the delicate fabric of their blossoming relationship if she didn’t resolve it.

About four months after their first official date, it became impossible to keep it inside any longer, especially because the words “I love you” were constantly threatening to spill past her lips. It was only when she couldn’t keep it to herself any longer that she found the courage.

“You can tell me anything, Helena,” Dinah insisted, holding Helena’s hands between hers. They were sitting on a blanket on the quad, the sun shining bright overhead as the first vestiges of spring bloomed around them.

Helena felt physically sick. She’d imagined every way this conversation could go, and she usually settled on Dinah being horrified once she learned the terrible, violent truth.

“It’s about…” she swallowed thickly. “My family. I haven’t been… completely honest with you. My dad. He wasn’t really a businessman. Not in the traditional sense.”

Dinah’s eyebrows raised, but she gave Helena’s hands a reassuring squeeze.

After a few false starts, Helena explained that her family wasn’t like other families. That her father and his brothers and generations of Bertinelli men before them hadn’t had… normal jobs. They were criminals. Successful, powerful criminals whose influence manipulated the very fabric of Gotham society.

Dinah listened, her expression becoming more and more guarded as Helena ploughed ahead. She could see what she was thinking. That Helena’s family was partially responsible for the corruption and crime that plagued Gotham. That the city was a shithole because of men like her father. It was all true, or at least it used to be, before the masked freaks took over and made everything worse.

She explained that a man named Mandragora tried to usurp her father when she was twelve, killing her mother, aunts and uncles, cousins and family friends in a blood feud. She was shipped off to Europe for safe keeping while her brother Pino, just 9 years old at the time, was sent to live with extended family in Central City. Ultimately her father’s associates and friends ran Mandragora out of town, but not before the damage was done. Helena remained in Switzerland, and Pino returned to Gotham, where he was raised by what extended members of the Bertinelli clan.

There was one more piece of information Helena couldn’t bring herself to share, because just thinking about what happened to her father made her blood boil—anger frequently outstripped grief when she thought about what Harley Quinn did to her Papa.

She hunted him. Tortured him. Murdered him.

But she couldn’t say the words. Mobsters were bad enough. Harley Quinn was an entirely different kind of villain, one Helena didn’t want her family — who she loved deeply despite their flaws —associated with if she could help it.

By the time she’d finished, Dinah had taken to playing with an errant daisy springing up from the grass, her attention wholly focused on the little white flower as she worked through her thoughts. When she finally looked up at Helena, she was cautious, still uncertain, but eventually her lips curved into a smile—kind, open, generous, and reassuring.

“I have to tell you something too,” she shrugged helplessly. “I love you, Helena... and you aren’t responsible for the choices your family made. You still loved them and lost them and I know how much that hurt you.”

Helena’s eyes widened, shocked that Dinah was speaking these words to Helena. For Helena.

“I—“ she faltered, searching Dinah’s face. “I love you too.” She sprung up to her knees and pitched forward, grabbing Dinah’s face with both hands and making her shriek with laughter as they fell back on the grass together. “God, I really really love you, Di.”

Dinah laughed again, her eyes closing as Helena urgently kissed her. She felt as if she’d never be able to properly express how much she felt. This was the polar opposite of the grief and anger that plagued her. This was the beginning of something beautiful and powerful and safe.

Dinah would save her from the darkness, she decided.

She was the only one who could.

***

A/N: I know you’re all here for Jarley, but in the same way I wanted you to love Ed, I’m hoping you’ll simp for this ship. I loved writing Dinah through the eyes of someone who sees the best in her since she’s been pretty limited to her own self-punishing point of view and Harley’s warped vision of the world. And it’s a relief to see Dinah begin to grow up now that she’s around people her own age she relates to… Even wearing lipstick is like an indulgent act for her that she’s finally allowing herself to take part in. Yes, Dinah! You deserve love and lipstick and self care! ❤️🎉

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Why Hip Hop Dance is a Great Workout for Adults

If you're looking for a fun and effective way to stay fit, hip hop dance might be just what you need. This dynamic form of exercise not only helps you get in shape but also offers a range of physical and mental benefits. Here’s why hip hop dance is an excellent workout for adults.

1. Full-Body Workout

Hip hop dance involves a variety of movements that engage different muscle groups. From high-energy footwork to powerful arm movements, hip hop routines provide a comprehensive workout. This full-body engagement helps improve muscle tone, strength, and overall fitness.

2. Cardiovascular Benefits

The fast-paced nature of hip hop dance makes it an excellent cardiovascular workout. As you move to the beat, your heart rate increases, providing a great way to improve cardiovascular health. Regular participation in hip hop classes can help increase stamina and endurance.

3. Flexibility and Coordination

Hip hop dance incorporates a range of movements that require flexibility and coordination. Practicing these routines can enhance your range of motion and improve your overall coordination. This is beneficial not only for dancing but also for other physical activities.

4. Stress Relief

Dancing is a great way to release stress and boost your mood. The energetic beats and expressive movements in hip hop dance can help you unwind and feel more relaxed. Plus, dancing in a group setting provides a social outlet and can enhance your sense of community.

5. Boosts Confidence

Learning and mastering new dance moves can boost your self-esteem and confidence. The progress you make in hip hop classes can translate to a greater sense of accomplishment and self-worth. This positive effect on your confidence can extend to other areas of your life.

6. Variety and Fun

One of the best aspects of hip hop dance is its variety. Each class offers different routines and styles, so you’ll never get bored. The fun and engaging nature of hip hop dance keeps you motivated and excited about your workouts.

7. Complementary to Other Workouts

Hip hop dance can complement other forms of exercise, such as strength training or yoga. Adding dance to your fitness routine provides a well-rounded approach to your health and wellness.

Where to Find Hip Hop Classes

If you’re interested in trying hip hop dance, there are many options available. Check out hip hop classes at your local dance studio or community center. They often offer various levels, so you can start as a beginner and progress as you gain more experience.

Additionally, if you're also interested in exploring other dance forms, you might want to consider acrodance classes, jazz dance classes, or even ballet classes for kids for a broader range of dance styles. For more information or to find a class near you, visit dance classes Singapore or get in touch with the studio via their contact page.

Incorporating hip hop dance into your fitness routine can be a game-changer. It’s a great way to stay active, have fun, and achieve your fitness goals. Give it a try and experience the benefits for yourself!

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##WIKI (CAREER) !

kang soyeon’s rise to stardom . . .

LUCY: murder business, where’s my blazer?

Kang So-yeon (Hangul: 강소연; born May 27th 1998), better known as Lucy, is a Korean-Australian singer, rapper, dancer, songwriter and record producer signed to JYP Entertainment. She gained attention from participating in the third season of competition show, Unpretty Rapstar (2016) before making her debut as the only female member in 4th generation group, Stray Kids (as seen on the reality show of the same title).

Kang was born in Singapore, where she went to kindergarten and learnt English, Korean as well as Cantonese until the age of six.

Ever since she was young and mostly alone at home, Kang enjoyed dancing, singing and writing her own songs with her own instruments (namely the guitar and drums). She also enjoyed playing games, watching anime, and dreamed of becoming a ninja pirate after watching Naruto and One Piece. For a period of time, she made sure to carry toy swords and guns that were sold by the stationary store near her home. She studied ballet in elementary school before switching over to hip hop in high school.

After her brother was born, Kang moved to Melbourne (Australia) with her immediate family where she proceeded to learn English and Japanese at school until she was fourteen. At this age, Kang entered and won numerous dance competitions; but wanted to pursue a more vocal-orientated career after seeing Big Bang perform.

Kang has two siblings, one older brother named Harry (1992) and one younger brother named Sean (2004). As a result of her parents' divorce (2008) and demanding professions (a lead architect mother and a businessman father), the siblings primarily grew up in the presence of their nanny (of Philippine ethnicity) who would often teach the three conversational Tagalog.

At eight years old, Kang was diagnosed with atopy. Her nanny had found that she couldn’t recover from the common flu and Kang woke up hospitalised the following day. Because of her atopy, Kang’s sickness evolved into pneumonia, osteomyelitis, and sepsis (all very severe illnesses that can be deadly when contracted at the same time). Kang had to undergo several procedures and therapy that had her return/stay in The Alfred Hospital for almost an entire year before she could fully recover.

In 2012, Kang moved to her aunt's place in Cheongdam (without her siblings) to pursue her dreams of becoming an idol. Her Korean was never poor as a result of speaking it at home ever since she was young, but it was certainly improved on with a dictation teacher.

At fifteen years old, Kang was scouted by JYP Entertainment upon recommendation during a school talent show (2013) being acquainted with her later-band-member, Bang Chan (her upperclassman and a trainee who’d been under the company for three years).

Kang was not initially successful during auditions, with judges and instructors criticising her lower singing range/raspy rapping as not suitable for the girl group they were planning to produce. Eventually, she was accepted as a result of her dancing ability— but failed to debut with Twice, in 2015.

Following these events, Kang attempted to gain the attention of rival companies through Unpretty Rapstar but was eliminated in the semi-finals (placing third). She was hence unable to debut solo and remained a trainee for JYPE. Kang, with 4-5 years of training in total, was regarded as one of the company’s oldest trainees during this point in time.

Later that year, Bang Chan (CB97) formed a unit titled 四RACHA (sìracha, "4" in Chinese) with members Lucy (KAL1), Han Jisung (J.ONE) and Seo Changbin (SPEARB). On January 18th 2017, they uploaded their first untitled mixtape consisting of seven tracks, "J:/2017/mixtape" onto SoundCloud. The unit would later continue to release self-composed extended plays on YouTube.

It was then revealed in August 2017, that JYPE was having a reality survival show to launch a (primarily) male idol group. Bang Chan was the leader of the 9 member "Male Group Project", to which he chose his unit to be a part of. Being female, Kang accepted the offer (after Han Jisung) hesitantly; knowing her decision would be met with overwhelming disapproval (she was almost eliminated in the last episode of the survival show for this exact reason).

However, as more members joined the group (in order: Yang Jeongin, Hwang Hyunjin, Seo Changbin, Lee Felix, Kim Seungmin and Lee Minho), the more individuals could defend her talent as an artist and place in a band that breaks boundaries.

Kang is labelled as a versatile artist. Her success as a dancer, songwriter and vocalist (including rap) has earned her the title of "Triple Threat". Kang was described as an “Alpha Girl” on Unpretty Rapstar for utilising and exhibiting her skills in writing, composing, arranging, choreographing, rapping, dancing and singing. A representative from JYP noted that Kang’s presence in Stray Kids likely determined the group’s popularity from the start and made them extremely different from other groups JYP have debuted before. Kang was also nicknamed a "survival-born monster" and the “company weapon” due to her participation on two survival shows and establishing herself as one of the next-generation’s genius "producer-dols".

Kang stated that her bandmates are more often than not her motivation for song writing/producing. She also very much remains influenced by her high school music teachers and praises them heavily. Kang has since created songs/albums/concepts inspired by cartoons, books and dramas.

STATISTICS:

songwriting ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▫️

dancing ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▫️

rapping ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▫️▫️

sports / games ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▫️▫️

singing ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▫️▫️▫️

producing / instruments ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▪▪️▫️▫️▫️

acting ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️

modelling ▪️▪️▪️▪️▪️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️

DEBUT DATE: MARCH 25, 2018

POSITION: lyricist (as a part of 四RACHA/sìracha), main dancer, main rapper, main vocal (in order of priority; but she's very much an all-rounder), OLDERACHA

REPRESENTATIVE EMOJI/S: 🐻 🧸

(there's no tasmanian devil emoji, so the bear is the closest. her skzoo character is a tasmanian devil named “JeliBear”)

STANS: “stacy” (aka a stay that supports lucy)

SIGNATURE: “KAL1”, she likes that it's only made up of three strokes (the L1 also looks like a 27: her birthday and 2 + 7 = 9) !

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Enjoy Family Day at Singapore With Hotels For Kids and Families

If you are a family, you can enjoy your holiday in Singapore by going to Family Day Singapore. It will be a great opportunity for all the members of your family to sing and dance together as a group. As the name suggests, you will get to sing at the same venue as your family. So, what are you waiting for?

On the first day of Family Day Singapore, you can sing karaoke at the Mela Vibe club. You can also enjoy the traditional Chinese dragon dance performance by the Tai Chi practitioners. And since Singapore is known for its lively nightlife, you can go dancing at the Jumeirah Docks for hip hop and other live music performances. If you are a family with small children, there are also toddler and baby clubs at the Tugun State Plaza. In addition, the Singam Tai Chi School is there for you to learn Tai Chi from experienced instructors for your little ones.

Then, on the second day of Family Day Singapore, you can watch a children's performance at the Emperazon. The YMCA also organizes workshops to help children develop their physical, mental and social skills. If you want your children to have fun, you can join them at the Ping Pong game tournament at the Emperazon. This tournament is open to the public. Bring your children and compete with other local children.

On the third day of Family Day Singapore, you can have fun at the Music Center Performing Arts Centre. The centre has a huge stage where you can enjoy performances of different types of musical instruments. Besides, the centre also has a cafe where you can eat delicious food. If you want to sing, you can try out the Singapore Sinfonietta, a classical music centre present in the middle of Singapore City. And if you want to dance, you can enjoy the open-air ballet at the YMCA.

If you are looking for more family activities, there are numerous parks and recreational areas around the city. For instance, if you want to explore the Underwater World, there is a fantastic aquarium called Jumeirah Water Park. You can also enjoy a walk at the Esplanade and at the Pulau Ubin - both are part of the City Walk. Indeed, these parks are great places to spend your days with your loved ones.

However, if you want to enjoy a day without spending much money, you should go to the water parks instead.   There are also lots of restaurants and snack stalls available here. These water parks have an unlimited number of rides and attractions for families and kids. In addition, you can enjoy games such as beach volleyball, water tag, kite surfing, roller coasters, and so on. You can visit Singapore's two major water parks: Orchard Road Water Park and Universal Studios Water Park.

While you are visiting these water parks, it is good to make some plans for your family. One of the best ways to do that is by booking Singapore hotels that offer special family discounts. Of course, when you book a hotel in Singapore, you should also include your family's fares. That way, you will be able to enjoy your Singapore holiday even more. Even better, a Singapore hotel family discount will allow you to enjoy special Singapore tours and attractions without worrying about money.

Moreover, it is essential to know that Singapore hotels also offer various family facilities. For example, some Singapore hotels provide child care services, after-school programs, kid-friendly restaurants, baby-sitting services, and so on. Therefore, you should ask the hotel where you are staying about the various family services they offer. That way, you will be able to enjoy an extraordinary family vacation in Singapore without worrying about wasting your precious time or resources.

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How To Have fun Weddings, Proms And Different Huge Occasions During Coronavirus

School of dance how to choose. Youngsters don't keep away from learning as a result of it's onerous. That is a myth. They avoid topics their elders have indicated are useless or boring. The answer is not to fake that every thing is gloriously fun. It is to keep away from wasting time by educating topics that bore you.

Learn the way classes will likely be structured Studios will probably be numerous in how lecturers resolve to structure their classes. In case your little one is most enthusiastic about leaping over puddles” throughout the ground, waving a scarf, then an unstructured, extra free-flowing studio is the best way to go. In case your baby has determined that he is bound for Lincoln Middle, you will want to consider a studio that has extra structured courses based on conventional models of educating. In ballet studios you may hear these lecturers use terms like Vaganova (Russian), Cecchetti (Italian), Bournonville (French), and Royal Academy of Dance (British) to explain their educating methodologies that date back a whole bunch of years. A few of these kinds of educating have strict syllabuses that require formal exams to advance to the subsequent stage.

Best dance school in Singapore

Dance is an art as well as a sport. Identical to in sports activities, ballet dance involves some danger of an injury. However, this risk will be reduced and minimized and even prevent if the school is nicely-outfitted with correct flooring appropriate for dancing. Ballet studios use sprung flooring which are properly-cushioned at the bottom to ensure your little one’s legs are properly-protected when they leap and leap. They are also normally non-slippery Marley flooring to make sure that the kid doesn't slip and fall. Don't allow your baby to bop on a ground that doesn’t guarantee their security. At Dance classes in Singapore, their studios are outfitted with sprung ground and correct dance mats imported from overseas for safe dancing. Lastly, verify how you're handled at the dance school as that impacts how nice you get at dancing. It is a studying course of, you should be patient with your self and so ought to the professionals be. If they are impolite to you through the preliminary consultative levels, you might want to keep away from them in any respect prices as that proves that they aren't ideally suited for you. Introductions must be pleasant and useful so that you get the dangle of it. This fully works in guaranteeing that you simply make great selections ultimately.

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Greetings tumblr. Let’s do a little update, with pictures since these things are usually just a wall of text.

I guess the curve is being flattened and the rate of new people getting infected with the ‘rona isn’t going up as fast in the last week. You’d think people would be like, “Yay, go us!” But instead you’ve got a bunch of crazy white people gathering **in large groups** to protest that they want stay at home restrictions lifted already. This is why we can’t have nice things. 

On the opposite end, I am happy to report the lady on Twitter that I’d been following because I did a transcription file about her and later found out got sick with covid is still alive and posting, so that’s good.

I just did another file this evening that was a financial podcast from Singapore. He had an interesting accent, a combination of Asian and British, which would make sense I guess, because colonialism. He said the town he’s from has a program where some people donated their old fridges, and the city council put them around town and people donate food for people who need it by just leaving it in the fridge. It’s things like meat and produce, and a lot of fisherman put fish they’ve caught in it. A nice idea, I thought.

My hamstrings are sore because I did a bunch of bending over yesterday, pulling weeds in the garden and planting some flowers in pots. I had planned to go to Home Depot but then decided I didn’t want to get into the mess of standing in line with a bunch of people, but then I remembered the local nursery on the way to my house so I stopped there. Less crowded and supporting local business at the same time - yay!

Here’s one of the pretty plants I got, and you can see another in the background. The deck looks a little more springy now. Unfortunately ants had colonized the underside of the planters and there was all kinds of white larvae and stuff, yuck.

Here’s a chunky boi we found hanging out in the shed. This was yesterday, and today we found that he was still there looking like he hadn’t moved a muscle. Hopefully he’s just chilling and not dying. :-/

I was doing decently on my diet this week and I’ve managed to fall halfway off again. I ended up weighing after I’d been peeing a lot for a few days and I was at 296.6, so I had probably edged up over 300 at some point. Then of course these last couple days I’ve had some things I shouldn’t have. I hate myself so much.

Earlier this week I decided to try to make my own sugar free iced chai latte. At coffee places you can’t get these without sugar, because the drink is made by adding chai syrup to milk, whether hot or cold, and the syrup already has the sugar added. So I brewed some double strength tea using chai teabags, and then two packets per serving of the pumpkin spice flavor of these Equal packets (which I found on clearance and bought a shit ton of):

Plus a couple spoons of erythritol per serving, and then put it in the fridge to chill. Later I mixed it 1:1 with milk and poured over a little ice - it was *awesome*.

I went out to pick up some bbq for the family today and my throat started feeling scratchy. I’m hoping it’s just allergies again, but of course I worry. I haven’t taken any allergy pills the last few days but I just took one a bit ago, hopefully I’ll wake up tomorrow feeling better.

And finally, my sister’s baby shower is next weekend, which will be happening virtually over Zoom, I guess. I had to go ahead and order some stuff off her registry, and then I couldn’t help but buy a couple outfits as well. She’s a huge Gilmore Girls fan, so I ordered one of these:

From Cafe Press. I love the little drawing and how it looks like it’s really for a kid, where a lot of Gilmore’s merchandise doesn’t really. It almost looks like a poodle Dr. Seuss would draw. I also got this one:

I also liked this one, featuring some ballet dancers and the words “Miss Patty’s School of Ballet - Hands in the air, not in the nose!” But I had to stop somewhere and these two outfits were like $50 with shipping, and she’s probably going to grow out of them at the speed of light. 

I found this one on a listicle of Gilmore baby merchandise, but the listing on Etsy appears to no longer be available. I wouldn’t have gotten it, but I do like it. It says “Proud product of Miss Patty’s Founder’s Day punch.”

Okay, I guess it’s time for bed. Or, it’s time for me to go lay in bed and look at my phone for an hour before going to sleep, anyway.