THE STAGE CLUB
Singapore's longest-running English language theatre company
Our Story
Founded in 1945 by a group of British soldiers stationed in Singapore, The Stage Club is the country’s oldest theatre company and its longest-running English-language theatre group. What began as a modest outlet for creative expression and morale-boosting entertainment quickly grew into a cornerstone of Singapore’s amateur theatre scene.
By the 1950s, the Club established a reputation for high-quality productions spanning comedy, drama, and classics. In 1965, a significant milestone was reached when The Stage Club inaugurated its first dedicated clubhouse at 41 Malcolm Road—an elegant colonial black-and-white bungalow—officially opened by Singapore’s first President, Yusof Ishak.
Throughout the decades, the Club remained entirely volunteer-run, welcoming theatre enthusiasts of all backgrounds. Its stages have seen everything from Shakespeare and Oscar Wilde to Noël Coward and new plays by emerging writers. In addition to full-scale productions, the Club has long supported the development of local talent through workshops, play readings, and mentoring opportunities.
Though the original clubhouse was eventually vacated, The Stage Club has continued to evolve, staging multiple productions each year at venues across Singapore. From gripping dramas and sparkling comedies to festive pantomimes, the Club remains committed to accessible, community-driven theatre.
Today, The Stage Club is proud to carry on its legacy—celebrating 80 years of storytelling, laughter, and live performance—while embracing the future with fresh voices, diverse casts, and a continued passion for the magic of the stage.
The club offers a welcoming space where people of all backgrounds can come together to create, collaborate, and connect through the shared love of performance. In a fast-paced, digital world, the Club keeps the spirit of live theatre alive—fostering creativity, building confidence, and strengthening community bonds. It nurtures local talent, provides a platform for diverse voices, and ensures that theatre remains accessible, inclusive, and rooted in the joy of collective storytelling.