NAM HWA OPERA LIMITED

NAM HWA OPERA LIMITED




ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE FINANCIAL

YEAR ENDED 31 MAR 2020


LIMITED

Nam Hwa Opera Limited 1 Straits Boulevard #11-03D Singapore 018906

Tel: +65 6904 0030 Fax: +65 6904 0070 Email: [email protected] Web: namhwaopera.com

mailto:[email protected]

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Contents

About Us ......................................................................................... 2

Overview of Nam Hwa .................................................................... 3

Welcome Message from the Chairman / CEO ............................... 4

Leadership ...................................................................................... 5

Highlights of the Year ................................................................... 14

Our Work: Programmes and Activities ......................................... 17

The Year Ahead ........................................................................... 43

Governance .................................................................................. 51

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About Us Our Mission To preserve, develop and promote traditional Teochew Opera as an important heritage of Singapore by: - Our Vision Our Values

To be the most recognized Singapore Teochew opera group in the local and international art scene.

Performing/presenting/producing Teochew operas – classics and new works.

Enhancing the quality of performance and production standards of Teochew opera performers in Singapore.

Commissioning and creating new Singapore style Teochew operas.

Promoting Singapore style Teochew opera to local and international audiences.

We embrace people of all ages.

We treasure our tradition and legacy, preserve and promote the Teochew culture in Singapore.

We value people and seek to develop and groom people interested in performing Teochew opera to be the best.

We preserve and progress with changing times.

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Overview of Nam Hwa

Founded in 1963 by avid fans of Teochew Opera, Nam Hwa Opera Limited (NHOL) has grown into one of Singapore’s most prominent and prolific Teochew Opera companies. NHOL mission is to preserve, develop, and promote traditional Teochew Opera as an important heritage of Singapore. NHOL is also home to the Nam Hwa Teochew Music Ensemble and Yeo Khee Lim Teochew Culture Research Centre. Nam Hwa Opera Limited was incorporated on 17th February 2015 as a Public Company limited by Guarantee. It was registered under the Charities Act since 10th April 2015 with Institution of a Public Character (IPC) status for the period from 1 December 2018 to 30 November 2020. Unique Entity Number (UEN): 201504648M Registered Address: 1 Straits Boulevard,

Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, #11-03D, Singapore 018906

Our Banker: Malayan Banking Berhad Singapore (since 10 May 2018) Our Auditor: Ernst & Young LLP Our Legal Advisors: Ms. Lee Geck Hoon, Ellen, JP, PBM Mr. Lie Kee Pong

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Welcome Message from the Chairman / CEO

Thank you for supporting our company in carrying out our mission to preserve and promote traditional culture and arts, which include Teochew Opera, Teochew classical music and research into Teochew tradition and culture while at the same time, scripting the stories of Singapore into Teochew opera.

With limited resources, we had done our utmost to do all we can, and we have accomplished quite a great deal but with much more to be done. I would like to thank all of you for the strong support and clear guidance, especially from our board members, management committee, staff members/performers and the general public for your unwavering support throughout. Please keep safe and keep healthy during this pandemic period.

Mr. Toh Lim Mok, JP, BBM(L)

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Leadership

Governing Board Members

Name Current Designation

/ Board Appointment

Occupation

Past Designation / Board

Appointment

Datuk Sri Teo Kiang Ang, PBM

Honorary Chairman / Director

01 October 2019

Company Director

(Trans-Cab

Services Pte Ltd)

Chairman 17 February 2015

Mr Ang Chin Koon, PBM, O.St.J.

Chairman 01 October 2019

Company Director (CK Holdings

(2003) Pte Ltd)

Director

17 February 2015


Deputy Chairman/ President

17 February 2015

Company Director (SureCatch World

Pte Ltd)

Mr. Yeo Eng Koon

First Deputy Chairman/ Deputy

President 01 October 2019

Company Director (Tong Fong Co. (1974) Pte Ltd)

Vice Chairman 29 October 2018

Dato' Sri Dr Derek Goh Bak Heng,

BBM

Vice Chairman 17 February 2015

Company Director (Serial System Ltd)

Mr. Lim Chin Boon, BBM

Vice Chairman/ Honorary Treasurer

01 October 2019

Company Director (Clean Solutions

Pte Ltd)

Third Vice Chairman

17 February 2015

Dato’ Sri Dr. Peter Lim Yong Guan,

PBM


Company Director (Chairman SK

Jewellery Group)

Mr. Chan Kian Kuan


Company Director (Premier Structure

Pte Ltd)

Mr. Khoo Hang Choong, PBM


Company Director (Multimedia

Enterprise Pte Ltd)

Mr. Ang Kiam Meng Vice Chairman

29 October 2018

Company Director (Jumbo Group of Restaurants Pte

Ltd)

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Ms. Lee Geck Hoon, Ellen, JP,

PBM

Director / Legal Advisor

17 February 2015

Advocate & Solicitor

Mr. Lie Kee Pong Director / Legal

Advisor 17 February 2015

Advocate & Solicitor

Mr. Su Zhangkai Honorary Secretary 17 February 2015

Educator

Mr. Pan Zhengxiang, Jedi,

PBM

Honorary Deputy Secretary

01 October 2019

Ph.D Candidate Director 1 October 2017

Mr. Tan Lye Soon Honorary Deputy

Treasurer 01 October 2019

Retired Director 17 February 2015

Mr. Chia Chor Meng, JP, BBM

Director 01 October 2019

Company Director (Chia Khim Lee

Food Industries Pte Ltd)

Honorary Deputy

Treasurer 17 February 2015

Mr. Quek Soo Chek, William, PBM


Company Director (Union Casket)

Honorary Treasurer 17 February 2015

Mr Yap Seng Teck, PBM


Company Director (Yappy Pets Pte

Ltd)

Dato Seri Mr. Teo Ngiang Heng, PBM

Director 17 February 2015

Company Director (TeoHeng Trading

Pte Ltd)

Mdm. Heng Boey Hong, PBM, PPA

(P)


Educator

Mrs. Fong-Chin Yoon Fah, PBS,

PPA (G)


Retired Educator

Dr. Teo Hark Piang, PBM

Director 9 May 2018

Company Director (Union Energy Corp. Pte Ltd)

Mr. Teo Beng Teck, PBM


Company Director (Gain City Best- Electric Pte Ltd)

Mr. Vincent Lim Ee Hong


Company Director (RMG Travel Pte

Ltd)

Honorary Deputy Secretary

1 October 2017

Mr. Huang Zhaoqun Director

1 October 2017 Company Director

(Max Cable Pte Ltd)

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Mr Tan Thoo Cheng, BBM


Company Director (Broadway Food

Centre Holdings Pte Ltd)

Mr Woo Chee Chay Director

1 October 2019

Company Director (Song Furniture Construction &

Trading Pte Ltd)

Mr Huang Zhuang Rong


Company Director (Yong Tai Holdings)

Mr Goh Gek Liang Director

1 October 2019

Company Director (Finessco

Engineering Pte Ltd)

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卓林茂先生

JP,BBM(L)

署理主席/社长

Mr Ang Chin Koon, PBM, O.St.J.

洪振群先生

PBM, O.St.J.

主席

Honorary Chairmen / Advisors

Board of Directors

Mr Yeo Eng Koon

杨应群先生

第一署理主席/署理

社长

杨启霖潮州文化研

究中心主席

Dato' Sri Dr Derek

Goh Bak Heng, BBM

拿督斯里吴木兴博士

BBM 副主席

Mr. Lim Chin Boon,

BBM

林振文先生

BBM 副主席/财政

Dato’ Sri Dr. Peter

Lim Yong Guan, PBM

拿督斯里林雍杰博士

PBM 副主席

Mr. Chan Kian Kuan

曾建權先生

副主席

Mr. Khoo Hang Choong, PBM

邱汉春先生 PBM 副

主席

Mr. Ang Kiam Meng

黄建铭先生

副主席

Ms. Lee Geck Hoon, Ellen, JP, PBM

李玉云律师

JP,PBM 董事/法律顾问

Mr. Lie Kee Pong

吕纪鹏律师

董事/法律顾问

Mr. Su Zhangkai

苏章恺先生

义务秘书

Datuk Sri Teo Kiang Ang, PBM

拿督斯里张建安先生

PBM,

董事/ 永久荣誉主席

Mr Chan Kok Hua

曾国和先生

永久荣誉主席

Dr. Quek Meng Tong, George

郭明忠博士

荣誉主席

Mr. Yeo Eng Huat

杨应法先生

杨启霖潮州文化

研究中心顾问

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Board of Directors

Mr. Pan Zhengxiang, Jedi, PBM

潘正祥先生

助理义务秘书

Mr. Tan Lye Soon

陈来顺先生

义务副财政

Mr. Chia Chor Meng, JP, BBM

谢楚明先生

JP,BBM 董事

Mr. Quek Soo Chek, William, PBM

郭绪泽先生

PBM 董事

Mr Woo Chee Chay

吴佶财先生

董事

Mr Huang Zhuang Rong

黄壮荣先生

董事

Mr Goh Gek Liang

吴玉亮先生

董事

Mr Tan Thoo Cheng, BBM

陈图清先生

BBM 董事

Mr Yap Seng Teck PBM

葉成德先生

PBM 董事

Dato Seri Mr. Teo Ngiang Heng, PBM

拿督斯里张仰兴先生

PBM 董事

Mdm. Heng Boey Hong, PBM, PPA(P)

王梅凤女士

PBM,PPA(P) 董事

Mrs. Fong-Chin Yoon Fah, PBS,

PPA(G)

方陈永华女士

PBS, PPA(G) 董事

Dr. Teo Hark Piang, PBM

张学彬博士

PBM 董事

Mr. Teo Beng Teck, PBM

张民德先生

PBM 董事

Mr. Vincent Lim Ee Hong

林怡丰先生

董事

Mr. Huang Zhaoqun

黄朝群先生

董事

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Committee of Management (2019-2021)

Designation Name

President Toh Lim Mok, JP, BBM(L)

Deputy President Lew Tong Yong

Vice President Tay Chew Mong

General Affairs Secretary Tan Ah Hiang

Deputy General Affairs Secretary Tay Ai Hua

Treasurer Lew Tong Yong

Deputy Treasurer Toinh Ngo Muay

Social & Recreational Secretary Tay Ai Hua

Deputy Social & Recreational Secretary

Ng Gek Kheng

Committee Member Tan Chin Wah

Committee Member Lim Geok Hua

Committee Member Tan Gek Yong

Committee Member Gladys Lee Heok Boon

Committee Member Teo Meng Hock

Committee Member Lim Eng Siang

Committee Member Lee Lai Leng

Committee Member Tan Swee Choo

Committee Member Ng Siew Eng

Membership There is no change to the requirements on recruitment of members.

Membership is by invitation only with a one-off fee of $300.00 payable upon approval by the Committee of Management and Governing Board. Any person, association, company or body corporate who is interested to be registered as a member of the Company may submit an application on the Company’s prescribed form supported by a proposer and two (2) seconders, all of whom must already be members of the Company, for the Board’s approval.

Applicants who are skilled in Teochew Opera and/or Music performance, and/or display great potential and a significant willingness to develop their capabilities in the traditional artform, would be prioritized.

The Membership is limited to 150 registered members. The Board may, from time to time and subject to conditions stated in NHOL’s Memorandum and Articles of Association, admit and register new Members.

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Those under 18 years of age and are interested in performing opera will be registered under the “Young Charter” category. They will be automatically admitted as members when they attained 18 years old, with admission fees waived.

NHOL has a total of 100 Members and 1 Young Charter Member to-date.

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Management Committee


卓林茂先生,JP,BBM(L)

署理主席/社长

Tan Ah Hiang (Annie)

陈巧香女士

总务

Lew Tong Yong

刘忠勇先生

署理社长/财政

Tay Chew Mong

郑秋茂先生

副社长

Tay Ai Hua

郑爱华女士

副总务/康乐组

Toinh Ngo Muay

佃伍妹女士

副财政

Ng Gek Kheng (Catherine)

黄玉卿女士

副康乐组

Tan Gek Yong (Anthony)

陈玉勇先生

委员

Tan Ah Chin @ Tan Chin Wah

陈振华先生

委员

Lim Geok Hua (Dorothy)

林玉华女士

委员

Gladys Lee Heok Boon

李毓文女士

委员

Teo Meng Hock

张明福先生

委员

Lim Eng Siang

林应祥先生

委员

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Organisational Structure

Lee Lai Leng (Wendy)

李莉玲女士

委员

Tan Swee Choo (Asther)

陈瑞珠女士

委员

Ng Siew Eng (Angie)

黄秀英女士

委员

Management Committee

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Highlights of the Year

REVIEW OF FINANCIAL POSITION AND MAJOR FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS

Source of Funds

NHOL has multiple sources of income, a majority of which is derived from donations and grants. Donations are raised from our governing board, NHOL members, corporate bodies, supporters such as Teochew Clan associations and the general public. It also submits private cash donations for dollar-to-dollar matching grants under the Cultural Matching Fund (CMF) scheme. NHOL is supported by the National Arts Council under the Major Company Scheme for the period from 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2020 and has also successfully applied for extension from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2023.

Other income sources include performance income, which includes project grants from organisations such as the National Heritage Board (NHB), workshop fees, coaching fee, props and costume rental fees, merchandise sales and NHOL Membership fees.

Summary of Financial Performance

During the financial year ending 31 March 2020, NHOL reported a net surplus of $200,209.

At the end of the financial year, NHOL received $1,391,649 from donations, and utilised $1,095,958 from grant income. It also received $137,953 from events, government incentives and other income sources.

Total Income for

FY2019 $2,625,560

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NHOL reported a total expenditure of $2,425,351.

Major Financial Transactions

1) NHOL’s tenancy at Aliwal Arts Centre (#02-09) expired on 28 February 2019. NHOL leased a new office at 1 Straits Boulevard #11-03D, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC).

Below are the major financial transactions that relate to the new office: -

• Leased office building with SCCC for three (3) years from 1 Apr 2019 to 31 Mar 2022 (with an option to extend for another three (3) years from 1 Apr 2022).

• The monthly payment of $ 8,025 is inclusive of rent and service charges, plus a monthly refuse disposal charge of $ 200 making the total monthly sum payable to SCCC at $ 8,225 (before GST).

• A security deposit of $ 24,075 was paid to SCCC that is the equivalent of three (3) month’s rent and service charges.

• Leased a copier machine from Ricoh (Singapore) Pte Ltd for $ 12,000. Lease period is five (5) years from 17 May 2019 to 16 Apr 2024 with a monthly fixed rental payment of $200 (before GST).

• A sum of $ 294,370 was paid for installation and purchase of furniture & fittings in the new office.

Total Expenditure for FY2019 $2,425,351

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2) A short-term fixed deposit account was closed and prematurely withdrawn and the total amount of $ 148,348 has been credited to NHOL’s Maybank account One (1) on 20 Jun 2019 for NHOL’s office operation expenses.

3) Total grants received during the financial year is $ 1,555,635. The amount utilised for office administration, projects and performances is $ 1,095,958.

Grant Received

Grant Utilised

Grant Received in

Advance

As of 1 Apr, 2019 $ 263,948

CMF Grant

$ 1,326,769 $ 867,092 $ 459,677

NAC Major Grant $ 126,986 $ 126,986 -

NHB Project Grant $ 101,880 $ 101,880 -

$ 1,555,635 $ 1,095,958

As of 31 Mar, 2020 $ 723,625

4) Total expenditure incurred for the FY2020 is $ 2,425,351 (FY2019

is $ 1,660,149), an increase of $ 765,202 (46%). Below is a summary of the major expenses that have increased: -

Expenses Amount

Advertisement and publication $ 141,173

Entertainment $ 188,620

Rental for programme venue and office building $ 206,293

Lease interest and amortisation for right-of-use building and office equipment

$ 127,987

Depreciation for Plant and Equipment $ 31,067

Salaries for local and part timers $ 65,239

Others $ 4,823

$ 765,202

Assets Held Any assets held, leased or purchased during the financial year are to support the office administration, projects and performances.

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Our Work: Programmes and Activities There was an increase in the number of activities and events planned and organized. In line with our objectives, we were able to further promote Teochew Opera and Music to new and connect with like-minded people – on both local and international levels and reached out to youths to embrace and appreciate Teochew Opera.

We participated in a total of 139 local and overseas activities which attracted more than 413,048 audience from all walks of life. These performances/events were conducted and held at dedicated arts spaces, schools, event halls, community clubs, hospitals and temples.

1) Core Programmes (with local groups) (P131) CHAO'AN TEOCHEW OPERA 2019, 9 to 15 June 2019, 6,580 audience (P130) Zhao Shao Qing, 12 June 2019, 940 audience NHOL collaborated with Singapore’s Teo Ann Huay Kuan and

China’s Chao Zhou Shi Chao Ju Tuan 《潮州市潮剧团》to present

Teochew Operas 2019 from 9th to 15th June 2019 comprising of 7

nights and 1 afternoon matinee performances 《御花园辩亲》, 《枫

叶情》, 《三凤求凰》, 《忠义五虎将》, 《五子挂帅》, 《折子戏专场

》, 《玉箭奇缘》. It was a full house capacity for each performance

at the newly renovated Kreta Ayer People’s Theatre. To encourage more opera lovers to watch the quality performances, free admission was offered. Teo Ann Huay Kuan is a prominent Teochew dialect Clan Association in Singapore and is acknowledged to be the largest with a strong membership base of at least 5,000 members. The Association regularly carries out activities for its members with strong emphasis on Teochew arts, culture and tradition that are strongly supported by prominent Teochew businessmen and professionals. They thus have the resources to again provide free admission for the June 2019 performances for Teochew Opera fans and traditional arts enthusiasts.

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China’s Chao Zhou Shi Chao Ju Tuan is a professional Teochew opera troupe and they performed 1 afternoon matinee and 6 nights. Their high-quality performance was a rare opportunity for NHOL’s members to raise their standards at close quarters. NHOL artists and members assisted and performed alongside with the professionals from Chaozhou Chao Ju Tuan. It was a rare and valuable opportunity for cultural and artistic exchange among practitioners of Teochew Opera. We have gained much insights and valuable lessons from the professionals that have greatly improved the quality of our performances. NHOL presented a revised Singapore version of a much loved

classical “Zhao Shao Qing” 《赵少卿》on 12th June 2019. “Zhao

Shao Qing” was presented in the traditional art form by our members to enhance their performing skills and to strengthen the age group category of our members as our performers were specifically selected from 3 generations: the old (aged 60 and above), the middle-age (below 60) and the youths (below 40). This is intentionally done so for all generations to refine their skills imparted by the veterans within each generation especially during their rehearsals prior to the public performance. This initiative is critical in Singapore as we see a rapid loss in the popularity and visibility of the opera art form. Our NHOL performers were specially trained by China’s National

first-class grade opera director, Mr Guo Zhi Xian(郭志贤) who was

specially commissioned to create an improved Singapore version of the classical Zhao Shao Qing. This Singapore version combined the China and Hong Kong versions and designed to put a strong emphasis on filial piety and family dynamics, values of compassion, mutual assistance, impartiality, integrity, respect for and upholding law and order. The traditional arts form in both Singapore and China risk extinction in the face of modern challenges. Through this cultural exchange, we gained valuable insights on preservation, development and promotion of traditional arts through the finer coordination in movements, expressions and vocal control that captures the audience’s attention.

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2019年6月赵少卿（南华潮剧社）-潮安会馆 (P130)

(P149, P169) Zhao Shao Qing, 16 to 17 November 2019, 800 audience

NHOL performed a full length Teochew Opera “Zhao Shao Qing” 《

趙少卿》at Ci Yuan Community Centre on 16 and 17 November

2019 for Teochew opera fans. Ci Yuan CC is the venue sponsor for this performance. (P148) Singapore Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan 90th Anniversary Celebration, 26th October 2019, 2000 audience In line with the objectives of NHOL to promote Traditional Teochew Opera, Arts and Culture to preserve the Teochew heritage within the community at large, NHOL co-organised with Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan’s celebration of its 90th Anniversary; drawing on each other’s network and to expand and reach out to a larger community that are representative of the Teochew community. NHOL presented the Singapore Story in Teochew opera style

through the performance of “Matchmaking at the Five-Footway”《五

脚砌-相亲》. This story illustrates the lives and contributions of our

Pioneer Generation and also our Merdeka Generation in our nation-building process. It also reflects on NH’s ability to transform a traditional art into a modern-day drama.

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To commemorate the development of THK in the past 90 years, a publication with the theme “Passing on Values, Shaping our Future

Together” (携手传承创未来) was launched that covers the history,

milestones and future inspirations of the Huay Kuan as well as most of the Teochew clan associations in Singapore. There are also special feature articles by academia on the past development of the Teochew community in Singapore.

2019年10月八邑会馆90周年庆典 (P148)

2) International Programmes (P125) Double Third Festival (Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple), 5 April 2019, 350 audience NHOL performers were invited once again to Johor Bahru, Malaysia, to perform at the historic Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple. NHOL

presented an excerpt 《游上林》 for this festival. It was a valuable

opportunity to promote our programmes and forged a stronger bilateral relationship with the Teochew Community across the causeway.

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2019年4月新山演出 (P125)

(P156) Johor Bahru Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan 85th Anniversary Celebration, 11 October 2019, 1530 audience NHOL was invited to perform for the Johor Bahru Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan 85th Anniversary Celebration on 11 October 2019 at Johor Bahru, Malaysia. NHOL showcased 5 Teochew opera excerpts at the celebration for the guests and public from afar to

attend the event 《十仙庆寿》, 《跳加冠》, 《仙姬送子》, 《唐明皇

净棚》, 《京城会》.

(P150) 2019 Shantou Teochew Opera Arts Week, 25 October 2019 to 4 November 2019, 1742 audience In line with NHOL's objectives in promoting traditional Teochew opera and cultivating bilateral relationship with the People's Republic of China through cultural exchange so as to showcase our

Singapore style Teochew opera “The Severance Sword” 《情断昆吾

剑》 , NHOL was invited to participate and perform in Shantou

Teochew Opera Arts Week on 17 October 2019 and was also invited to perform at the Guangzhou Southern Theatres on 1 and 2 November 2019. A team of 59 members was formed, comprising of the management team, performers, backstage helpers, technical team from ITE, principally students and their lecturers. The team left in batches from 25 Oct 2019 and 27 Oct 2019 and returned on 4 Nov

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2019. Other than performing in China, NHOL successfully conducted a talk and Teochew Music Exchange with Shantou Jing Yi Chao Ju Tuan. The audiences were impressed by the high-quality performances and NHOL’s innovative way of presenting Teochew Opera.

2019年 10月汕头文化交流 (P150)

2019年 11月 (P150)

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2019年 11月昆吾剑讲座 (P150)

(P166) 7th Teochew Culture Festival Performance, 21 to 23 November 2019, 700 audience NHOL was invited to participate and perform at the Shenzhen 7th Teochew Cultural Festival. The performance was held at the Shenzhen Grand Theatre on 22 November 2019. The festival invited well-known Teochew politicians, businessmen and artists to come together to promote traditional arts in China. NHOL’s young artist, Ms. Tan Wei Tian, and our artistic instructor, Ms. Huang Linlin, travelled to Shenzhen and participated in the Festival. NHOL

presented an excerpt 《来世再续鸳鸯盟》for the Festival.

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3) Community Outreach and Education [Community Performances] Nam Hwa Blazes, (P121) 28 April 2019, 370 audience / (P122) 14 July 2019, 750 audience / (P151) 7 September 2019, 288 audience / (P123) 27 September 2019, 220 audience / (P124) 18 October 2019, 208 audience / (P152) 24 November 2019, 150 audience / (P153) 29 December 2019, 400 audience / (P178) 23 February 2020, 95 audience plus Live broadcast 1544 click-through rates. Total 2,481 audience plus 1,544 audience is for live broadcast. NHOL continues with its regular mini performances to showcase its talents with a new perspective by using each performance to reinforce good moral values of loyalty to the country, filial piety towards parents, strong friendship and community services. “Nam Hwa Blazes” (NHB) is an outreach performance organized regularly for the public with free admission. It is a developmental platform for promising talents within NHOL to hone their skills and for veterans to refresh their expertise before they take on more important roles at regular public performances. This event is now held in close frequency at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre Auditorium. For better outreach, NHB is now performing on regular intervals instead of only quarterly intervals as in the past due to higher

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audience turnouts on weekday nights and weekend afternoons and to cater to different audience. Compared to the previous venue at Aliwal Art Centre that could accommodate up to 250 people, the new venue is ideal and could accommodate up to a maximum of 600 people. The increase in the number of performances provide more opportunities for our performers and members to showcase what they had learnt. At the same time, allowing our performers to reflect and refine the skills learned as well as to boost their confidence in performing in front of a larger group of audience. Nam Hwa Blazes “Multiculturalism” on 23 February 2020 is a ground-breaking change to the previous regular performances. NHOL identifies “Multiculturalism” as one of the important pillars for Singapore’s success. NHOL initiates a collaborative performance between the different cultures of Singapore. Our audience observed for the first time how traditional artists, such as Malay musician (Ismahairie Putra Ishak) and Indian dancer (Soniaponnamma Devaiah), rouse artistic spark with traditional Teochew music.

2019年4月万紫千红 (P121)

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(P127) CDCA - SFCCA Project C.A.R.E (Caring & Reaching out to the Elderly), 14 April 2019, 300 Audience NHOL was invited to perform at the CDAC-SFCCA Project C.A.R.E for the elderly and volunteers of the event held at the Marina Barrage. Nam Hwa Teochew Music Ensemble performed “Bull

Challenges Tiger”《牛斗虎》 at the event and was enthusiastically

received by the participants.

(P144) Memories with the Lion City 《串串回忆伴狮城》, 8

September 2019, 614 Audience NHOL supported in an event “Memories with the Lion City”, presented by Boon Lay Community Club Choir and Hua Xing Choir Society on 8 September 2019 at the Victoria Theatre. It is a Singapore creation of a three-act musical that played the stories of struggles, love and growth through two generations of a local family based on Singapore’s historical evolvement. It demonstrated the spirit of Singapore through the courage to face difficult challenges, the compassion to support one another, and to bear in mind the social responsibility through entrepreneurship. NHOL’s artists, along with performer from Boon Lay Community Club Choir and Hua Xing Choir Society, performed a short excerpt of “Matchmaking at the

Five-foot Way” 《五脚砌-相亲》.

(P154) Esplanade Moonfest - 潮锣鼓鸣, 13 September 2019, 300

Audience NHOL music ensemble was invited to perform at Esplanade Moonfest 2019 in celebration of the Mid-Autumn festival. The ensemble performed three pieces at three different intervals for the audience. This performance also included audience interaction such as getting the audience to try the musical instruments as well as giving away our exclusive merchandise to audience who participated in our question and answer segment. NHOL also engaged other local individual musicians to help out with the performances. There were around 100 audiences enjoying the performance at each interval.

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(P139) A Night at the Chinese Opera at Asian Civilisations Museum,28 & 29 June 2019, 573 Audience NHOL was invited to perform and hold workshops for the event organised by the National Heritage Board at the Asian Civilisations Museum on the 28 and 29 June 2019. NHOL’s Basic Body Movement (Kids) Class students performed a short opera excerpt on both nights for the audience. We received positive participation in

our “Mask Painting and “Introduction to Teochew Opera” Workshop

on 29 June 2019 and all our workshops were fully registered. We received positive feedback from both the participants and the organiser.

2019/06/29文物馆 (P139)

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2019年6月亚洲文物馆 (P139)

(P157) Arts in the Neighbourhood, 10 and 23 November 2019, 850 audience ‘Arts in the Neighbourhood – The World of Teochew Music’ is a collaboration between Nam Hwa Teochew Music Ensemble and theatre practitioners and puppeteer, Bright Ong, at Bedok Town Square and Oasis Terrace Punggol on 10 and 23 November 2019 respectively. It was a new approach on the traditional art, combining Teochew music with puppetry and storytelling. 5 mini theatres were set up around the main stage for the audience to experience different dimensions of Teochew music. Audience could peep into these boxed stages and witness how it can give life to a world of miniature puppets.

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(P176) River Hongbao 2020, 29 to 30 January 2020, 500 audience NHOL was invited by Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations to perform for River Hongbao at Float@Marina, showcasing Teochew Music and Teochew Songs on 29 and 30 January 2020 respectively. Due to poor weather condition, the performance on 29 January 2020 was cancelled. NHOL continued with New Year songs in Teochew and strings of excerpts of Teochew Opera by students from our Kid’s Basic Body Movement Class to uplift the festive mood till 30 January 2020. (P170) The World of Teochew Music, 08 February 2020, 60 audience NHOL participated at an event organised by People’s Association at Our Tampines Hub. Performed by our students from our Kid’s Basic Body Movement Class and a collaboration between Nam Hwa Teochew Music and Jazz Music. Audiences at the event enjoyed Teochew Opera Performances, Teochew Music X Jazz Music and also Puppetry. [Community Club Performances] NHOL continued to present Teochew Opera performances to a combined total of 1,398 residents and audience at events organised by the following Community Clubs; (P138) Radin Mas Community Club (2 June 2019, 118 audience), (P141) Siglap Community Club (7 July 2019, 900 audience), (P155) Punggol Community Club (21 September 2019, 180 audience) and (P147) Kallang Community Club (28 September 2019, 200 audience) respectively.

NHOL presented “The Rock”《扛石记》at 3 Community Clubs -

Radin Mas; Punggol and Kallang – a heart-warming story about filial piety, respect and treasuring parents; with an educational purpose and a wholesome activity for families. NHOL was also invited by Siglap Community Club to perform at their event, Siglap Day at Ubin. Siglap Community Club organised and brought its residents to Pulau Ubin for a fun-filled family day. The event was held in an open space at Pulau Ubin. NHOL presented 2

Teochew Opera Excerpts, 《梅英表花》and《井边会》and was

well-received.

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[Charity performances at various community hospitals, elderly day care centres and hospices, various dates] NHOL has been working with eldercare centres and hospitals to provide quality performances and workshop to the patients or beneficiaries of charity organisations. NHOL had performed at St Luke ElderCare Ltd (Chong Pang Centre) on 29 May 2019 (P136), 31 July 2019 (P143), 25 September 2019 (P146) and 27 November 2019 (P158) respectively. Each performance had 50 spectators and achieved a total number of 200 audience. NHOL had also conducted a workshop for the elderly from SASCO who were brought in by the volunteers of Chong De Cultural Society on 29 June 2019 (P140), with a total number of 60 spectators. With these diverse groups of elderly, NHOL provided performances in Mandarin, English and different dialects so as to engage the audience to participate in singalong sessions, feeling more informative and appreciative.

2019-09-25 乐龄中心 (P146)

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[Youth Engagement and Outreach] (P135) Mother Tongue Fortnight “Finding Your Roots" Performance at River Valley High School, 27 May 2019, 640 Audience NHOL conducted a two-hour introductory workshop for the students from Secondary 1 to Secondary 3 from River Valley High School on 27 May 2019. Students were introduced to Chinese Opera and basic Chinese Opera movements led by NHOL’s arts team. (P145) Tanjong Katong Primary School Workshop, 10 September 2019, 38 Students 38 Primary 4 Students from Tanjong Katong Primary School visited NHOL on 10 September 2019 for an “Introduction to Chinese Opera” Workshop. The students tried out the various costumes and props used in Chinese Opera. They learned the basic techniques of “why” and “how” in the use of props. The live interaction and engagement between the students and the instructors allow the students to gain a better insight of Chinese opera with fun and enjoyment.

幼儿工作坊 (P145)

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(P134) Workshop for MOE Kindergarten @ Fern Green, 09 May 2019, 80 Students NHOL conducted 2 introductory workshops for the K2 students from Kindergarten @ Fern Green at Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Creative Box. The workshop included loads of hands-on activities to keep the students engaged throughout their time. The workshop conducted activities including introduction to Chinese opera, basic Chinese Opera movements, props and opera workout activities. 4) Industry Development Programmes (P163) Talk on Legacy of Mr. Lim Nee Soon, 5 October 2019, 260 audience In conjunction with Singapore bicentennial celebration, NHOL collaborated with Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan to organise a talk on The Legacy of Mr. Lim Nee Soon on 5 October 2019 at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre. Mr Lim Nee Soon was one of the successful Chinese businessmen and a Chinese community leader in Singapore, and for commemorating his efforts to the betterment of the country and a better future. The talk was on his views on the transformation and changes of Singapore in the early 60s, and the economic development by the local Chinese, with the support and contributions from the Teochew Community. The guest speakers for the talk were NUS Associate Professor Lee Chee Hiang and NUS Associate Professor Wong Sin Kiong. (P165) #AGAK-AGAK – 90 stories of Wang Sha and Ye Feng, 6 December 2019, 150 audience Singapore’s very own Teochew Legend, the popular comedian, the late Mr Wang Sha. His comical performances in Teochew, brought roars of laughter to the audience. The visual difference between him and his partner, “one skinny and one fat”, left behind a strong impact and impression to the audiences. This “one skinny and one fat” duo became an everlasting classic among Singaporeans, of all races and a memory forever for generations. The duo had been performing for 20 over years, and their life story was also fondly remembered by the older generation of Singaporeans. In conjunction with Singapore Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan’s 90th Anniversary celebrations, a special publication of

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“#AGAK-AGAK 《弟喂，做人阿甲阿甲就好》featuring 90 stories of

Wang Sha and Ye Feng” was launched to put on record the life of the late local veteran comedian. This publication was officially launched on 6 December 2019 at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre Recital Studio witnessed by 150 audience. (P128) Teochew Poit Ip Huan Kuan Installation Ceremony of our 45th Board of Director, 20 Apr 2019@11am, 380 audience NHOL co-organised with Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan to conduct the installation ceremony of Teochew Poit Ip Huan Kuan’s 45th Board of Directors at SCCC Level 7 Multi-Purpose Hall. Nam Hwa Teochew

Music Ensemble performed《迎宾鼓》and a Teochew opera excerpt

of 《京城会》 . Free admission was given to youths and young

adults, senior citizens, directors, staff and members of Poit Ip Huay Kuay. (P129) The Singapore Chinese Opera Extravaganza 2019 - 2019

戏曲大汇演/新加坡戏曲胡姬花奖展演, 27-28 Apr 2019@7pm, 1,800

audience NHOL co-organised with Chinese Opera Institute, this event at the

Golden Theatre on 27th April 2019 to perform《京娘送兄》, and on

28th April 2019 to perform《别窑》 . It was free admission and

beneficiaries were the general public and avid fans of Chinese opera.

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《别窑》(P129)

(P137) Dragon Boat Festival 宗乡总会端午节嘉年华 , 1st June

2019@7pm, 150 audience

NHOL co-organised with the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Association (SFCCA) together with the Singapore Chinese Cultural Clan (SCCC) and Toa Payoh Central Community Club to conduct a performance at the Toa Payoh Central Amphitheatre. Free admission for residence of Tao Payoh and members, friends and families of SFCCA and SCCC. The purpose of the activity is to manifest our affection for our nation and ethnic heritage while celebrating the Duanwu Jie. The Dumpling Festival is held annually over the past 9 years. The event incorporates unique local characteristics through traditional cuisines, cultural performances and games, attracting people from all works of

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life. Nam Hwa Music Ensemble performed 《龙腾盛世》, 《狮子戏球

》 and《牛斗虎》.

(P142) Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan LIA Committee Installation Ceremony, 26 July 2019@6pm, 400 audience

NHOL co-organised with Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan, this event was held at the Resorts World Ballroom. Nam Hwa Teochew Music

Ensemble performed 《迎宾鼓》to welcome the guest of honour. It

was free admission for directors, members, families and friends of Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan.

2019/07/26 - 潮州八邑会馆LIA就职典礼 (P142)

(P162) China’s National Day Celebration 中国国庆庆典 , 26

September 2019@6pm, 700 audience (P172) Celebration of the 20th Anniversary of Macao's Return to China, 18 December 2019@6pm, 500 audience NHOL co-organised with the China Embassy in Singapore to put up performances on 26 September 2019 at Orchard Hotel Singapore and on 18 December 2019 at the Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore.

Nam Hwa Teochew Music Ensemble performed 《迎宾鼓》 to

welcome the Guest of Honour for both dates. Admission was by invitation only.

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2019/09/26 - China National Day Celebration (P162)

(P167) Spring Reception 2020新春团拜, 27 January 2020@12pm,

950 audience NHOL co-organised with the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre and Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations to hold this event at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre. The Guest of Honour was Mr Heng Swee Keat (Deputy Prime Minister and

Minister for Finance). NHOL’s children performed 《峰山叠叠》 ,

《林冲上山》, 《春风有情临山寨》. Admission was by invitation

only.

(P171) Teochew Poit Ip Huai Kuan CNY Celebration 潮州八邑会

馆 “庚子鼠年新春团拜”, 8 February [email protected] to 1.30pm,

200 audience This annual festival celebration of the Chinese New Year by the Teochew Poit Ip Huay Kuan was supported by Nam Hwa Opera Limited, to bond with its directors, members, partners and supporters. The event was conducted at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre. The Guest of Honour was Minister for Trade and

Industry Mr Chan Chun Sing 贸工部长陈振声先生. Performances

included 《戏娃闹春》彩妆, 《桃花过渡》彩妆, 《天仙配》清唱, 《迎

春花》清唱 , 《游春贺年》清唱 . The beneficiaries invited were

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members, directors, staff, friends, clans and associations, sponsors, donors.

5) Others - Skills Development courses for NHOL performers [Weekly Teochew Opera Classes] NHOL conducts regular adult and children classes that are targeted at both NHOL members and the general public. The courses include:-

Programme Day Time

Teochew Conversation Class

潮语会话班

Sunday 2:30pm – 4pm

Dizi Class 苗子班 Sunday 10am – 11am

Dizi Class 苗子班 Monday 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Vocal Therapy Class 咽音课 Monday 7:45pm – 9:15pm

Teochew Music Ensemble and Percussion

潮乐团和锣鼓

Tuesday 7:30pm – 10pm

Opera Martial Arts and Acrobatics

把子功

Wednesday 7:30pm – 10pm

Introduction to Chinese Opera for Adults

戏曲基本功

Thursday 7:30pm – 10pm

Female / Male Vocal Class 男女合

唱班

Saturday 11am – 1pm

Children Basic Movements Class

儿童基本功课程

Saturday 4pm – 6pm

Male Vocal Class 小生歌唱班 Saturday 6pm – 8pm

Female Vocal Class 女旦歌唱班 Saturday 7pm – 9pm These regular and professional training sessions ensure that NHOL performers will be able to present a consistent and quality Teochew Opera to our audience. Our children classes start from as young as three years old and it is also an important part of our efforts in continuously cultivating an interest in the art form among our youths who will ultimately become our audience and our performers. These workshops focus on basic

opera movement (戏曲基本功) and embrace building their literacy in

the traditional art form through exposure.

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The programme “Introduction to Chinese Opera for Adults” is made up of 4 main elements: singing, speaking, acting and fighting. In order to put up a good opera performance, training in these 4 elements is essential for every student. The course also covers physical training such as dance routines and standing postures. These skills are indispensable, as they represent the character’s thoughts, feelings and personality.

Introduction to Chinese Opera for Adults 戏曲基本功

Teochew Conversation Class 潮语会话班

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Vocal Therapy Class 咽音课

Teochew Music Ensemble and Percussion 潮乐团和锣鼓

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Female / Male Vocal Class 男女合唱班

Male Vocal Class 小生歌唱班

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Female Vocal Class

Staying Connected To stay connected with our members, we organize get-togethers and various activities including yearly Lunar New Year gatherings, members’ retreat, monthly management committee meetings, weekly staff meetings, quarterly Directors’ meetings and an annual appreciation dinner.

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Lunar New Year Celebration 2020

Retreat

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The Year Ahead

Future Plans and Commitments

NHOL will continue with its relentless efforts to preserve, promote and develop traditional Teochew Opera as an important heritage in Singapore, in line with our mission statement. While also actively searching for breakthroughs in the art, apart from presenting classic operas, NHOL also courageously ventured into new creations, rallying technology and different media to enhance audience participation and experience.

We will continue to provide the platform and environment to nurture talents in the performing arts. NHOL will also endeavour to reach out to bigger audience at the community level, especially our youths and the elderly, and avid fans of traditional opera. In the coming years, we also plan to focus our charitable projects to benefit the underprivileged and underserved community in line with our belief that the arts should be made accessible to everyone.

In an effort to encourage more people from all walks of life to better understand and engage with the art form, NHOL also seeks to spearhead a Traditional Opera Festival in the coming years. NHOL envisions to bring together the various types of Traditional Opera in Singapore with workshops, demonstrations, performances and even exhibitions.

We will also continue to promote the Singapore brand of Teochew Opera and Music in the international arena by organizing more cultural exchanges with not only our counterparts from China, but also in the ASEAN Countries and the world at large.

As Nam Hwa celebrates its 57th anniversary in 2020, it will relentlessly work harder under the already established stronger framework in order to bring Teochew opera to newer heights.

In addition to increase the number of live performances, NHOL will continue to strive and create new ideas to engage with audiences to achieve the objective of popularising the Singapore brand of Teochew Opera and Music to the whole world. Live video is an effective way to create conversations with fans. Hence, we will move towards a strong digital video strategy via online social media and social networking service such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, etc.

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Since the implementation of the circuit breaker measures due to Covid-19 outbreak, NHOL has actively used social media to edit previous performances, produce instructional videos, live broadcast interviews with celebrities and actors, share knowledge of Chinese opera music culture, and effortlessly created an anti-epidemic song video to encourage the public to stay at home, enjoy cultural and artistic programs and to fight the epidemic together.

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Future Plans

[3 Years Plan 2020 – 2022]

• Art Production/Core Performance –Teochew Music Concerts x 2 ➢ Expected a total of 42 performances in a year.

• Cooperate with the "Singapore Art Development Blueprint" of the Arts Council ➢ Strengthen research in the field of art - Yeo Khee Lim

Teochew Culture Research Centre. ➢ Strengthen the program design and increase the impact of

art on society - 漂洋过海到南洋之《五脚砌-相亲》.

➢ Use technology to improve art production and art promotion

efforts -《情断昆吾剑》.

• Capacity development in: - ➢ Hiring professional tutors to supplement teaching efforts. ➢ Conducting regular Teochew Opera training classes. ➢ Attract and encourage youth participation in Teochew

classic music and Teochew opera. ➢ Provide regular professional Teochew classic music training

classes.

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• Excellent management ➢ Transparency and regulatory

awards

Commitments

1) New Centre to be Opened

Yeo Khee Lim Teochew Culture Research Centre is a resource hub located in Nam Hwa Opera. It was launched on 10 December 2019. The Centre is the first Teochew resource-based research centre in Singapore. Our

aim is to reach out to more people, regardless of nationality, ethnic group or age, gain a better understanding of the origins of the Teochew culture and its evolvement over the years in Singapore. The Centre has an extensive collection of both local and overseas Teochew culture related resources, ranging from Teochew culture related books and magazines to Teochew Opera vinyl records that are now converted to digital tracks. The Centre also has a collection of work produced and written by local and overseas Teochew ethnic artists and writers, providing a platform to showcase their works and developments. The Centre is named after Mr. Yeo Khee Lim to carry on his legacy as a collector, as well as to commemorate him and his efforts in preserving Teochew culture. His sons, Mr. Yeo Eng Koon and Mr. Yeo Eng Huat have also donated a part of the Xiu Hai Lou collection to the Centre in the name of their father, which further enriched NHOL’s collection in the Centre.

I. Physical Content in the Centre

- Vinyl records (33.3 RPM and 78 RPM)

- Cassettes

- Books (Teochew Related)

- Magazines

- Memorial and Performance Booklet Issues

- Teochew opera and movie posters

- Other Teochew related physical items (e.g. Songbooks)

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➢ Digitalizing apparatus to digitize all physical contents to allow

researchers to make use of the resources digitally

II. Shifting of physical to digital platform

a. Resource Centre resource platform (Intranet), comprising of

our physically converted digital format resources

- Books and magazine covers, as well as content pages

- Audio version of vinyl records and cassettes

b. A website being developed to house our digitalized content on

Teochew culture and its related fields

- www.yeokheelimtcrc.com (Expected completion: End of 2021)

c. Short videos on Teochew culture related content

d. Social media platforms for Yeo Khee Lim Teochew Culture

Research Centre

- Facebook: 杨启霖潮州文化研究中心 Yeo Khee Lim Teochew

Culture Research Centre

- Instagram: yeokheelimtcrcsg

- Other social media pages in various planning stages

Audience Outreach and Engagement a. Seminars/workshops – LIVE broadcast on Facebook page

during special events

b. Exhibitions

c. Publications/books (physical books/e-books)

d. Large scale events (e.g. Teochew food fair)

e. Social media posts on these platforms

- Facebook: 杨启霖潮州文化研究中心 Yeo Khee Lim Teochew

Culture Research Centre

- Instagram: yeokheelimtcrcsg

Establishment of Singapore Teochew Identity a. Work with Teochew Clans and Associations in Singapore (e.g.

Singapore Teochew Poit Ip Huay Guan, Kit Yang Huay Kwan,

etc) to obtain historical data, records of past events and

celebrations as well as any other activities related to Teochew

culture.

b. Scholarship for NUS students who are interested in doing

research on Teochew culture in Singapore, China and

Southeast Asian region.

http://www.yeokheelimtcrc.com/

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2) Office Space Capacity Upgrading With an increase in the number of programmes and activities each year, NHOL has actively been seeking long-term solutions to resolve dire space constraints for not just its performers but also its management staff as well. The NAC Arts Housing Scheme was a much-needed support system for NHOL during its transitional period into a Company. However, to suit its expansion plans for the next few years, NHOL found itself in need of more space to conduct its activities as mounting interest in Teochew opera and music grew phenomenally. NHOL’s tenancy at Aliwal Arts Centre (#02-09) expired on 28 February 2019. As such, NHOL applied for and was awarded a larger unit of approximately 3,210 square feet at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) under its newly established Arts Housing Scheme (AHS). NHOL’s sub-lease of its awarded space at SCCC is for a period of 3 years from 1 Apr 2019 to 31 Mar 2022, with an option to renew for a further term of 3 years. NHOL had moved its operations to SCCC in May 2019, located at 1 Straits Boulevard, #11-03D, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Singapore 018906.

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3) IPC’s Fund-raising and expenditure plans for the following year (Extracted from Budget Proposal Submitted to NAC)

Budgeted Period: April 2020 to Mar 2021 Amount

Earned Income earned from core programmes (e.g. box office sales of tickets to projects or programmes and events and sales of artworks or publications)

$20,000

Supplementary income from other programmes (e.g. fees for performances, commissioned works and other professional fees, rental income)

$ 33,000

Funding from NAC for Partnership Projects and Commissions

$ 15,000

Raised Other Grants: Arts Fund $ 35,000

Cash donations and sponsorships

$ 600,000

NAC grant* $ 180,000

Cultural Matching Fund grant $ 600,000

Total Income $ 1,483,000

Overhead Operating Costs

Salaries of members of staff $ 742,068

Other staff-related expenses (e.g. training, benefits)

$ 29,147

Rental for studio/office space including service or conservancy charges.

$ 105,609

Marketing and communications (e.g. website, press/media kit, advertising, marketing collateral)

$ 150,000

Other operating expenses (e.g. administrative costs such as legal and annual audit fee appreciation to sponsors, complimentary tickets and others)

$ 86,094

Total Operating Costs $ 1,112,918

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Programme Costs (These include professional and artistic fees, venue rental and other related costs, including the payment for goods and services.)

Core programmes (Regularly recurring programmes and events that form NHOL’s core area of focus)

$ 390,000

Community and educational programmes (e.g. costs incurred for executing NAC Arts for All, Arts Education Programmes (AEP) etc.)

$183,000

International programmes (e.g. those which allow NHOL performers to travel overseas or collaborate with international groups, where applicable)

$150,000

Industry development (e.g. programmes and projects which aim to build the capabilities of Singaporean performers or industry professionals outside NHOL, set industry standards etc.)

$ 470,000

Other activities (e.g. events and activities which may not be regularly repeated)

$150,000

Total Programme Costs $ 1,343,000

Total Expenditure $ 2,455,918

SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) ($ 972,918)

As a result of COVID-19 pandemic, there is uncertainty on the budgeted amount of fund raising and expenditure set out above. Our planned activities / programs were affected. As such, all planned activities up to end of Dec 2020 have been suspended or cancelled until the Government's advisories are received. Despite this, since April 2020 we have engaged more than 1.4 million viewers which include our members, supporters and audiences (general public) on our digital platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, etc.

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Governance Role of the Governing Board

The Board’s role is to provide strategic direction and oversight of NHOL’s programmes and objectives and to steer NHOL, as a charity, towards fulfilling its vision and mission through good governance. As part of its role, the following matters require Board’s approval:

Approve budget for the financial year and monitor expenditure against budget: -

• Review and approve monthly and yearly financial statements;

• Regularly monitor the progress of NHOL’s programmes;

• To appoint NHOL’s auditors and to authorize their remuneration. Term Limit of Board To enable succession planning and steady renewal in the spirit of sustainability of NHOL, except for Deputy Chairman/President, all Board terms are 2 years each up to 3 terms or 6 years only, save for the Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer whose term is only 2 years. He may be appointed to the same post after a lapse of 1 year. No governing board members has served for more than 10 consecutive years. Board Meetings and Attendance A total of fifteen (15) virtual Board meetings, inclusive of one EGM and one AGM were held during the financial year. Virtual Meetings 50% or more for each resolution passed. Attendance: Physical Meetings - Nil DATE – N.A. DATE – N.A.

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Disclosure of Remuneration and Benefits received by Board Members: No Board members are remunerated for their Board services in the financial year. Management Staff: As at 31st March 2020, there were nine (9) full-time employees employed by NHOL, one (1) voluntary CEO and eleven (11) part-time hires.

Name Designation Remarks

Toh Lim Mok CEO Volunteer

Tan Ah Hiang Deputy CEO

Lee Kok Meng Senior Manager From 1 Jun 2019

Suah Yeap Jun Centre Manager From 1 January 2020

Tan Sing Yuan Office Manager

Chen Yuzhi Artistic Director

Lee Mooi Chiang Artistic Director Until 31 October 2019

Li Lvqiao Artistic Instructor

Huang Linlin Artistic Instructor

Cai Hedi Artistic Instructor Until 12 July 2019

Guan Yang Education & Outreach

Executive From 1 January 2020

Su Zhangjing IT Executive From 1 January 2020

Karen Goh Soo Wah Bookkeeper (Part time)

Mary Tan Accountant (Part-time)

Choo Weikang Music Coordinator

(Part-time)

Tong Wei Jie Music Coordinator

(Part-time) Until 31 December 2019

Lee Choon Hong Music Coordinator

(Part-time) From 1 January 2020

Chong Xin Ning Design & Social Media

Admin (Part-time) From 1 February 2020

Tan Kah Noi Production Assistant

(Part-time) Until 31 May 2019

Wong Mun Wei Admin & Education

(Part-time) From 1 February 2020 to 28 February 2020

Russell Tan Project Management

(Part-time) From 1 February 2020

Chen Jiann Sy Archivist (Part-time) From 1 May 2019

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Tai Soo Cheng Archivist (Part-time) From 1 May 2019

Teo Kay Kiong Archivist (Part-time) From 1 October 2019

Chong Loy Yin Archivist (Part-time) From 1 November 2019

Tan Wei Tien Admin (Part-time) From 1 December 2019

There are no paid staff members receiving more than $100,000 each in annual remuneration.

There are no paid staff members, being a close member of the family belonging to the Executive Head or a governing board member of the charity, who has received remuneration exceeding $50,000 during the financial year.

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Reserves Policy

Our reserves position:

Current Year

Previous Year

% Increase / (Decrease)

(A) Unrestricted Funds (Reserves)

$1,194,682 $994,473 20%

Restricted / Designated Funds:

- Building Fund

- Education Fund

- Others (Restricted cash balances)

$723,625 $263,948 174%

Endowment Funds

Total Funds1 $1,918,307 $1,258,421 52%

(B) Annual Operating Expenditure

$ 2,425,351 $ 1,660,149 46%

Ratio of Reserves2 to Annual Operating Expenditure3

0.49:1 0.60:1 (18%)

The reserves that we have set aside provide financial stability and the means for the development of our principal activities. We intend to maintain our reserves at a level that is at least equivalent to $300,000. The major purpose of reserve is for staff cost expenditure that is expected to increase gradually over the timeframe of 3 years particularly where we need to hire more professional tutors from China who can provide appropriate guidance to our children and youths in the Teochew opera training classes and Teochew classical music in order to achieve the target of promoting programs for capacity development. This sum is based on NHOL’s current financial capabilities. The reserves level ensures that in the unlikely scenario of sudden cuts from NHOL’s funding sources, NHOL would still be able to maintain its principal activities for a length of time.

1 Total funds include unrestricted, restricted, designated and endowment funds. 2 Unrestricted Funds. 3 Charitable Activities and Other Operating and Administration Expenses.

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Nam Hwa Opera will maintain its reserves level with prudent spending, active solicitation for donations and government grants. Every year, the Management Committee and Board Members review the amount of reserves that are required to ensure that they are adequate to fulfil our continuing obligations.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY

The Board, Management Committee and Staff members (Members) are required to abide by a Conflict of Interest policy. Members are required to submit an updated Declaration of Conflict of Interest form at least annually, and also when any changes occur.

When there is uncertainty as to whether there is a need to declare, or whether/when the Members’ declaration needs to be updated, Members are to clarify matters with the Senior Management.

All disclosure of interest made by Members and decisions made by the Board/Senior Management of NHOL on such matters will be recorded, updated and filed with NHOL’s Manager.

Any violations will result in discipline, up to and including termination from employment or removal from the Board, Management Committee or expulsion.

WHISTLE BLOWING POLICY

NHOL has started to craft its Whistle-Blowing Policy in FY 2018. It is still being refined and is projected to come into force from FY 2020.

Reported by:

____________________________ Mr Toh Lim Mok, JP, BBM (L) CEO, President and Deputy Chairman For Nam Hwa Opera Limited Date: 17 August 2020

NAM HWA OPERA LIMITED

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