THE KITCHEN BRIGADE
LA BRIGADE
Monday 21 November 09:30 PM
Le théâtre , Alliance Française de Singapour
Director: Louis-Julien Petit
Cast: Audrey Lamy, François Cluzet, Chantal Neuwirth, Fatou Kaba
Rating: PG 13 - Parental Guidance 13. Consumer advice: Some Coarse Language. More info here.
Cathy is a stubborn 40-year-old sous chef. This year, she is finally about to fulfill her lifelong dream: Opening her own gastronomic restaurant. But nothing goes as planned. Facing serious financial difficulties, she reluctantly accepts a job in the cafeteria of a shelter for young migrants. While she hates her new position, Cathy’s skills and passion for cuisine start to change the kids’ lives. And they also have a lot to teach her...
97 mins
In French with English subtitles
France, 2022
Comedy
★★★★★ Ouest France
★★★★ 20 Minutes
★★★★ Le Parisien
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Rachelle Lu Yan
Rachelle Lu Yan is renowned dancer. From a young age, she received professional training within a performing arts troupe, studying under Yao Xiaoming, a nationally recognised first-class dance choreographer in China, while also receiving training in traditional Chinese musical instruments. Her strong artistic foundation led to multiple awards in dance.
In 2016, she joined the Tampines Art Troupe in Singapore. She currently serves as the Chairperson of Tampines Art Troupe, leading this non-profit arts organisation in promoting Chinese culture, engaging in community cultural initiatives, performances, and international artistic exchanges.
Melissa Quek
Melissa Quek is Head, School of Dance and Theatre at LASALLE College of the Arts, University of the Arts Singapore. She is a choreographer, performer and educator whose interest lies in creating a visceral experience for the audience.
She also makes works for young audiences from birth to 12 years old with The Kueh Tutus (a Collective dedicated to creating dance for young audiences). Her most recent performance in August is a collaboration with an occupational Therapist presented by contemporary dance company Raw Moves.
Karst de Jong
Karst de Jong
is a Dutch pianist, improviser, and music theorist. He is internationally recognised in the field, and has published research on music theory, improvisation, and collaborative music creation.
With 35 years of teaching experience, he has held positions at top institutions in the Netherlands and Barcelona. Since 2023, he is a full-time professor at NUS YST Conservatory in Singapore.
