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PHOTOGRAPHY Tan Yi Zu
CONTENT Kathleen Yap
BOOK DESIGN/GRAPHICS Amanda Gani
3 SINGAPORE STUDENTS ASSOCIATION AND MALAYSIAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION PRESENT
The Model Citizen DIRECTORS Jeremy Yap Sai Durgesh
WRITERS Samantha Ong Ting Chang Hui Alicia Ching
CAST MANAGER Yeong Wern Yeen
STAGE MANAGER Koh Kian Jer
LOGISTICS
STAGEHAND COORDINATOR Chloe Su Chang
DANCE CHOREOGRAPHERS Wasil Wahi Winny Mulyasasmita Nanshan Li Tan Zi Zun
MUSIC DIRECTOR Jonathan Ho
EMCEES
Tan Boon Xin
Kathleen Yap Harmin Kaur
SET DESIGN
ADVERTISING/MARKETING
Jayse Lee
Desmond Lim Amanda Gani
LIGHTING AND SOUND Kuan Xiang Wen Ray Lim Zu Yi
REFRESHMENTS
FUNDING
PROGRESS BAR DESIGN
Tan Zi Jie Justin Voon
Zhang Hongyi
Cai Leqiao
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5 PROGRAM FLOW 6 WELCOME NOTE 7 OUR SPONSORS 8 ABOUT US 10 PRODUCTION TEAM
Contents
11 Starring 12 Cast 14 Organizing Committee 15 Dance 16 Crew 17 Publicity
18 SONGS 19 Ordinary, The Sam Willows 20 Say Something, A Great Big World
21 GLOSSARY OF TERMS 24 SYNOPSIS
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6.30 PM Doors Open
7.00 PM Show Commences (Act 1 & 2)
8.00 PM Intermission
8.15 PM Act 3
8.45 PM Curtain Call
9.00 PM End
Program Flow
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTORS, JEREMY YAP AND SAI DURGESH:
Selamat datang, huan ying, vanakkam and a very warm welcome to our second UCLA Malaysian and Singaporean Culture Night! When both the Malaysian and Singaporean Student Associations’ committee members sat down to discuss the possibility of organizing a culture night this year, we were unsure if we wanted to put up another big production; but then, we recalled the support and plaudits we got from the audience after last year’s showcase, and we knew we were going to make this work somehow. So, thank you for contributing to the success of our culture night, just by being here! This event is special to us because it does not merely represent the development of our relatively small clubs, but also the growth of each one of us involved in this production. Some of us learned to write lines and memorize them under time crunches, while others realized the need to accept varying dramatic
approaches, we grew to understand that constructive criticism should be given and taken, and most importantly, we made bonds that surpassed the cultural and geographic boundaries of Malaysia and Singapore. This event would not have been possible without the effort and time commitment of all these people, namely the organizing committee, cast, dancers, publicity, prop crafters, musicians and crew members, and we are so grateful for this inspiring team. We would also like to thank the previous committee members for imparting their knowledge on running a theatrical performance. Lastly, we are grateful to everyone who helped out in one way or another! The scriptwriters and the both of us wanted to showcase something out of the ordinary and we hope that you will like what we have in store for you. That being said, we would like to invite you to rilek and enjoy The Model Citizen! Terima kasih, xie xie, nandri and thank you!
Welcome Note
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Our Sponsors OVERSEAS SINGAPOREAN UNIT (OSU) The Overseas Singaporean Unit plans and coordinates a wholeof-government effort to engage overseas Singaporeans to keep them emotionally connected to Singapore. The OSU works with many partners to organise and support a suite of programmes that reaches out to a wide demographic of overseas Singaporeans. To find out more, visit www.overseassingaporean.sg/.
CAMPUS PROGRAMS COMMITTEE (CPC) The Campus Programs Committee membership is comprised of three undergraduate and three graduate representatives, one faculty representative, one administrative representative and two student alternates. The mission of CPC is to fund student-initiated and studentrun on-campus programs that educationally and/or culturally enrich the campus community.
CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION ARTS RESTORING COMMUNITY (ARC) ARC is one out of the thirteen offices in USAC, the Undergraduate Student Association Council. The mission of the Cultural Affairs Commission (CAC) is to put on quality programming with cultural, political, or social relevance that are accessible to all students. The commission is focused on “edutainment� (education + entertainment), arts activism, and student-run programs that ignite dialogue regarding current events, facilitate an exhibition of creativity, and promote cultural opportunities on campus. From Bruin Bash to Hip Hop Explosion to the JazzReggae Festival, our events are some of the most recognized events at UCLA, bringing entertainment to both campus and the greater Los Angeles community, all in a collective effort to promote cultural awareness and dialogue. To find out more, visit www.culturalaffairsla.com/.
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About T h e Singapore Students Association (SSA) is a student-run cultural organization that brings together Singaporeans and all who are interested in Singapore. Our foremost aim is to build a home away from home by organizing socials, Singaporean public holiday celebrations, and trips which seek to develop closer ties and kinship amongst our members. Internally, we support freshmen/ transfer students through pre-departure meets and mentorship as they transition to their new lives in UCLA. Within the UCLA campus, we aim to raise awareness of Singaporean culture and heritage by participating in UCLA’s international student fairs and hosting our own cultural events for other UCLA students. Beyond our campus, we co-host events with other Singaporean societies in Los Angeles to expand our community regionally. To join, simply turn up for one of our events or check out our Facebook group.
SINGAPORE STUDENTS ASSOCIATION AT UCLA (SSA)
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MALAYSIAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION AT UCLA (MSA)
T h e Malaysian Students Association (MSA) was founded in 2010 by a small group of friends who sought to create a cultural student organization that would also serve as a home away from home for other Malaysians studying here at UCLA. MAS UCLA has since grown rapidly, with over a hundred current members of diverse nationalities. We aim to promote Malaysian culture to the wider UCLA community, provide a supportive and close-knit environment for all its members, and connect current members with alumni and and the rest of the UCLA community. MAS UCLA is committed to enriching its members’ college experiences here at UCLA, doing so by organizing a wide range of events and activities including cultural performances, festival celebrations, annual camping and ski trips, and even hangouts for new members to get to know each other. With a strong leadership and driven committee, MAS UCLA is poised to grow and influence the club and its members even more in the near future.
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Production Team
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AI (LEAD) Joshua Fidelis LAURA (LEAD) Laura Jane Yee SCIENTIST M (LEAD) Alicia Ching SCIENTIST S (LEAD) Amanda Lee POLITICALLY CORRECT PAUL Ang Soon Peng Darren SASS QUEEN SIVA Sivananda Rajananda TEACHER Johnny Yan Zhiyu HAWKER Zhang Hongyi BUSINESSMAN Wasiq Al Mamun COUNCIL CHAIRMAN Kian Jer Koh OFFICIAL 1 Feng Yu Hui OFFICIAL 2 Prannoiy Chandran CUSTOMER 1 Jennifer Chen CUSTOMER 2 Josien Ooi
Starring
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Cast
(L-R) Top: Johnny Yan, Feng Yu Hui, Koh
Kian Jer, Prannoiy Chandran, Zhang Hongyi Middle: Sivananda Rajananda, Laura Jane Yee, Wasiq Al Mamun Bottom: Amanda Lee, Alicia Ching Missing: Darren Ang, Joshua Fidelis
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JOSHUA
FIDELIS When he’s not acting, Joshua is busy avoiding homework for his lower-division prerequisites. He’s only a first-year, but he has already been part of two UCLA Chorale performances, danced in two Foundations Choreography showcases, and attended the 2016 Pacific Southwest Conference for civil engineers. He first started acting in high school as part of “Talent Night” performances at leadership training camps.
LAURA YEE Laura has been making
AMANDA LEE Amanda is easygoing,
ALICIA CHING 17 hours away from
loves fun, and enjoys long walks on the beach and stimulating conversation. She’s looking for a man who is as much of a man (da) as her. Her ideal first date is a romantic dinner at feast, enjoying their world-class glass noodles (of which she has eaten 6 bowls in one sitting). Oh... was this not a dating profile? Culture Night’s pretty cool too I guess.
music since she picked up the saxophone at age 9, and continues to participate in the Choral Union, Symphonic Band, Ellingtonia Jazz Band, Gospel Choir, Balinese Gamelan ensemble and a saxophone quartet. However, she has little experience in acting and dancing, and thus will be pushing far out of her comfort zone. She hopes the audience will appreciate the bravery and hard work of the production team.
home and durian cake, Alicia is a firstyear Physics major who seeks growth in every aspect of her life (alas, that excludes height.) She thanks God, her family, friends, and the entire production team for supporting her on her first acting on stage! She thanks YOU for coming too :)
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(L-R) Top: Cai Leqiao, Koh Kian Jer,
Desmond Lim, Justin Voon Bottom: Yeong Wern Yeen, Kathleen Yap, Jeremy Yap, Sai Durgeshwari, Tan Boon Xin, Ray Lim Zu Yi Missing: Tan Zi Jie
Organizing Committee
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Dance
(L-R) Top: Teo Pei Yin, Tracy Saw, Laura
Jane Yee, Wasiq Al Mamun, Lim Tenn Shaun, Feng Yu Hui, Jun Kai, Jeremy Wong, Tey Liyin Bottom: Wayne Zi, Prannoiy Chandran, Wasil Wahi, Ng Xiang Yang, Johnny Yan, Tan Zi Zun, Winny Mulyasasmita, Tan Yi Zu Missing: Li Nanshan, Darren Chan, Maria Salazar Kwa, Tan Zi Jie, Chloe Su Chang, Darren Ang, Ge Wei Rong
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Crew
(L-R) Top: Ray Lim Zu Yi, Jun Kai, Jeremy Wong
Bottom: Ng Xiang Yang, Jayse Lee, Tan
Boon Xin, Justin Voon Missing: Jennifer Chen, Michelle Veriah, Moo Yiwen, Josien Ooi, Chloe Su Chang, Stephanie Cai
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(L-R): Ray Lim Zu Yi, Amanda Esther Gani, Desmond Lim
Publicity
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Songs
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Ordinary
by the Sam Willows
(PERFORMED BY AMANDA AND ALICIA)
(Alicia) When I was just a little girl from a little town I made a wish that someday I could turn this around I made believe that I was right on top of the world (Amanda) And in my mind I saw the many valiant hearts They held on to their dreams and never once fell apart Like superheroes standing tall they’re unbreakable (Alicia and Amanda) But beneath the moonlight you could see their hearts breaking down The rise and fall of hope has never made a sound (Amanda) Run, run, run Far beyond the setting crimson sun (Alicia and Amanda) Never meant to be easy When you’re trying to be more than ordinary (Alicia) Run, run, run It’s not over till it’s said and done
(Alicia and Amanda) Never meant to be easy Just believe that you could be more than ordinary (Amanda) And ten years later I found myself in front of a crowd They look to me for hope to end their burning doubt Within my hands I held on to their flames of desire (Alicia and Amanda) And their prayers guide me as I swim amongst the shooting stars This little girl isn’t dreaming she could see it now (Amanda & Joshua) Run, run, run Far beyond the setting crimson sun (All) Never meant to be easy When you’re trying to be more than ordinary (Alicia & Joshua) Run, run, run It’s not over till it’s said and done (All) Never meant to be easy Just believe that you could be more than ordinary
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Say Something by A Great Big World (PERFORMED BY JOSHUA AND LAURA)
(Laura) Say something, I’m giving up on you I’ll be the one if you want me to Anywhere I would’ve followed you Say something, I’m giving up on you (Both) And I... am feeling so small It was over my head I know nothing at all (Joshua) And I... will swallow my pride You’re the one that I love And I’m saying goodbye (Both) Say something, I’m giving up on you And I’m sorry that I couldn’t get to you And anywhere I would’ve followed you (Oh-Ooh) Say something, I’m giving up on you (Laura) Say something, I’m giving up on you I’ll be the one if you want me to
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Glossary of Terms
22 LEPAK: [leɪpɑk] (verb) to relax. Carries connotations of slacking/ bumming off. Often takes place in a corner.
COCK-UP: [käk əp] (adj) screwedup, upside-down I want things to be perfect, no cockups ok?
ENTHU: [ɛnθu] (adj) Short for “enthusiastic”, usually used to describe overachievers
SUMPAH: [sumpɑ] (verb) Malay for swear I sumpah, I know someone in this frat!
KAMPUNG: [kampoʊŋ] (noun) Literally means village. “Kampung spirit” would be analogous to “small town values”
TARIK: [tɑrɪk] (adj) Malay for pull
RELAK: [rilæk] (verb) A Singaporean way of saying relax. Synonymous with lepak. Often takes place in a corner. LENG ZHAI: [leɪŋ t͡saɪ] (noun) Handsome boy AIYA: [aɪ jɑ] (excl) Often said when expressing displeasure, impatience, or frustration
BLUR SOTONG: [blər sɔtɔŋ] (adj + noun) clumsy, awkward, ditzy person My professor is such a blur sotong; he gave out the answers to the exam instead of the exam. CHICKEN FEET: [ʧɪ:kən fit] (adj) very easy How was the midterm? It was chicken feet.
TOLONG: [tɔlɔŋ] (verb) Malay for pleading Tolong tolong help me please.
PAISEH: [paɪseɪ] 1. (adj) embarrassed Oh my gosh I’m so paiseh I pooped in my pants today. 2. (verb) sorry Paiseh (ah), I cannot make it tonight.
KIAMSIAP: [kiam siap] (adj) Hokkien for Stingy This professor is very kiamsiap, he gives very few As.
TOK GONG: [tɔk gɔŋ] (adj) very good Wow this MAS-SSA culture night is damn tok gong.
ABANG: [ɑ: bɑŋ] (noun) Malay for brother/buddy Eh abang! Do you want to turn up tonight?
LAH: [lɑ] (interjection) slang used at the end of any sentence in a conversation A: can you help me for a minute? B: ok-lah.
BAGUS: [bɑgus] (adj) Malay for good This banana from Bplate is so bagus -- it’s the best banana I’ve ever eaten!
MEH: [mɛ] (interjection) slang used at the end of a question to express surprise or scepticism Really meh? you got fired from job?
23 LOR: [lɔ] (interjection) slang used at the end of a sentence to emphasize a point Ok lor, you go and do what you want. Fine, go ahead and do what you want. CHIM: [CHēm] (adj) Profound APA INI: [apa ini] Malay for “what’s this”, or “what is happening”, to express surprise Apa ini? The food you cooked looks like it can’t be eaten CANNOT BE LAH: [kəˈnät bē lɑ] (excl) It’s impossible He’s so lazy, how can he do so well in the test? Cannot be lah! LAKSA: [lɑksɑ] (noun) A peranakan (Chinese and Malay) dish, consists of rice noodles or rice vermicelli with chicken, prawn or fish, served in spicy coconut milk soup; NASI LEMAK: [nasi ləmak] (noun) Malay fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaf, and served with spicy sauce (sambal), and usually include various garnishes, including fresh cucumber slices, small fried anchovies (ikan bilis), roasted peanuts, and hard-boiled or fried egg CHAR KWAY TEOW: [ʧa kueɪ tiɑʊ] (noun) Literally “stir-fried ricecake strips”, made from flat rice noodles stir-fried over very high heat with light and dark soy sauce, chilli, whole sbrimp, deshelled blood cockles, crisp croutons of pork lard, egg, slices of Chinese sausage and fishca
COMPILED BY: AMANDA LEE, ANGELYN TEO, PATRICIA NATALIE, WANG ZHI HAO, MELISSA TAY
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It’s 2020. To put a stop to all conflicts, the Council has instructed cultural architects across the globe to produce a cultural archetype best representing their country’s culture. Cultural architects of Malaysia (M) and Singapore (S) are tasked to produce a Cultural Archetype (AI) as both nations’ joint contribution to the Global Balance Project. Join AI, as he embarks on a journey of exploration and selfdiscovery.
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