Krish Natarajan is on a roll. Recognised as one of Singapore theatre's rising stars, the 29-year-old actor, writer and director has had a packed 2024.
This year alone, he has delivered a series of productions, from staging two Crack The Case murder mysteries to acting in a string of acclaimed plays by Wild Rice and Checkpoint Theatre.
Now, he is wrapping up the year by scripting and directing Child Aid. It is a show close to his heart because it blends his love for imaginative storytelling with the joy of working with children.
Organised by The Straits Times and The Business Times, Child Aid blends music, dance, theatre and very talented child performers to raise money for underprivileged children.
"The kids are incredible," said Natarajan, his eyes lighting up. "They're passionate and so talented. They bring an energy that you don't find in adult casts."
Natarajan is better known for his immersive productions, such as the ongoing Crack The Case - Red: An Artful Murder which turns audience members into detectives, blending live-action role-play with theatre.
But working with children has opened up a new side of his creativity.
"It's a different language. I have to find ways to show things I'd usually just explain," he said with a laugh. "With adult casts, I use words. With child casts, I have to physically demonstrate the motions."
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