Makan Culture is one of the most Singapore-specific ways to catch the final stretch of SIFA 2026. Written by Jo Tan and directed by Krish Natarajan, it turns local food into a theatre setting and asks what makes something atas, valuable or worth celebrating.
The production runs at Festival Village at Empress Lawn until 30 May, with 50-minute sessions at 6pm, 8pm and 10pm on the remaining listed dates.
Because it sits inside the Festival Village rather than a conventional theatre, treat the timing like a festival slot: buy ahead, arrive before your session and leave margin for entry queues around Empress Place.
What The Show Is About
SIFA describes the work as a community performance disrupted by a critic, which then sparks a debate about what elevates food and art. That premise gives the audience a familiar entry point: Singapore’s everyday food culture.
The ticketing page lists the venue as 11 Empress Place, Festival Village at Empress Lawn. Standard tickets are S$20 before booking fee, with concession tickets at S$17 where applicable.
- Remaining dates: through 30 May 2026.
- Duration: 50 minutes.
- Sessions: 6pm, 8pm and 10pm on listed show days.
- Venue: Festival Village at Empress Lawn.
Who Should Go
This is better for readers who want a local performance with food, comedy and participation than for those looking for a quiet black-box play. The outdoor festival setting is part of the texture, so expect movement and ambient sound around the show.
It is also a useful pick for visitors who want one SIFA stop before the festival closes. Pair it with dinner nearby or arrive early to explore the Festival Village before the performance slot.
- Programme page: Makan Culture on SIFA.
- Tickets: Makan Culture by Jo Tan.
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