Remembrance.
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Photo Essays.
Mrs Izumi and her group of like-minded companions who went through the beginning and the end of the 45th Chingay Parade! (Photo Credits: Mira Purnamasari)
A partner dance, choreographed and executed with practiced steps, coordinated meticulously with the music especially for the VIP guests. (Photo Credits: Mira Purnamasari)
Despite the gloomy weather, performers from the Japanese Association, Singapore were all smiles! All were dressed and geared up for their segment. (Photo Credits: Mira Purnamasari)
Male performers representing fishermen from Hokkaido in the olden days were swinging their flags from left to right. This created a graceful and colourful wave-like pattern as they march on with pride! (Photo Credits: Mira Purnamasari)
A non-Japanese participant performing in another ethnic group showcases Singapore's multi-cultural streak and breaks the boundaries of culture. (Photo Credits: Mira Purnamasari)
The last beat sounded as performers ended enthusiastically alongside a salute to the audience. (Photo Credits: Mira Purnamasari)
Theme: A timeline of Preparation and Execution
About us.
We are a group of six from the Diploma in Mass Communication in Republic Polytechnic, collaborating with People's Association (PA) and we are tasked to cover the Japanese Association's (JAS) performance for Chingay 2017 as part of our module.
About Chingay.
The Chingay Parade is an event that occurs every year during the Chinese New Year period in celebration with the birthdays of the Chinese deities. Chingay in both Chinese words, "真艺" as well as "妆艺" translate to "A decorated stage" in English. The first Singapore Chingay Parade was held on February 4, 1973.
Projects.
Extravagance within Budget
by Mira Purnamasari and Nellie Goh
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Spending within an astonishing budget of $120,000 on their act, the Japanese Association, Singapore (JAS) garnered over 400 participants to perform during the 45th Chingay Parade that was held on Feb 10 and 11, 2017 at the F1 Pit Building.
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Chingay: Dedication brings performer back after 9 years.
by Ong Zong Heng
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With numerous three-hour practices a week since October 2016, the performers of the Chingay parade never had it easy. “Rehearse, perform, repeat.” This was how it was for the performers representing the Japanese Association, Singapore (JAS) as they prepared for Chingay 2017.
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Background of the Japanese Association, Singapore (JAS)
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by Nadhirah Nasir and Nicole Lee
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Meet the team.
Nellie Goh,18
Writer/Assistant Photographer
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"On both days of the rehearsals, we were all present to cover Chingay, it rained and shined. Even though it was tiring, the show still went on. Witnessing how everyone was striving to do their best despite the uncooperative weather warmed my heart. Chingay was an eye-opener and I'm utterly grateful to be able to be a part of this."
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Nicole Lee,19
Broadcast/Editor
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"Despite the struggles that we faced together as a team, I'm very thankful for this once in a lifetime chance to get a sneak peak into how a reporter works."
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Mira Purnamasari,18
Editor/Photographer
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"It was an eye-opening experience to what field work as a real reporter would be like in the future. I'm glad to have been given this opportunity."
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Nadhirah Nasser,18
Broadcast
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"It was a very enriching experience for me especially on the second day as it was raining. Even so, I managed to have a taste of what journalism is about and how one should proceed on with the work even though the environment was a challenge."
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Ong Zong Heng,18
Writer/Cameraman
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"Chingay was definitely an insightful experience for me. It was my first Chingay and I really enjoyed the opportunity to cover the event."
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Vivian Moo,19
Web Designer/Assistant Photographer
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"It was different watching Chingay up front at the event instead of watching it through the TV screen. Even though there were a number of struggles, I am happy to have experienced covering Chingay with my team. We laughed, we whined and most importantly, we grew."
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