We dance between light and shadow, joy and sorrow, hope and despair. Each step, a delicate balance between stability and chaos. These moments of duality reveal the true depth of our experiences, and unlock a greater understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
Days Are Long but the Years are Short
Coleen Lee (Company Manager)
Days are long but years are short—a paradox that underscores the duality of time itself. In the moment, time seems to crawl, each day stretching endlessly with its demands, joys, and struggles. Yet, looking back, the years seem to have flown by, blending into a blur of fleeting memories. This duality creates an illusion—of days that feel endless yet years that pass in the blink of an eye. It reminds us of the elasticity of time, shaped as much by our perception as by the ticking of the clock. The long days hold the weight of effort and presence, while the short years reflect the swift passage of life, urging us to live fully in each moment before it slips away.
There was a time when I was…
Matthew Goh (Company Dancer)
A Magician! While growing up, different “selves” emerged because of my passions. There was Matthew, the ambitious soccer player, the awful singer, the aspiring salesman, and so on…
But the self that I missed was Matthew, the Magician. The storytelling, the tricks, and the mystical journey I brought my audience through were unimaginable at that age. Thankfully, I still keep some of the footage of me doing my magic.
As I watch how my hand moves, misdirect and express a narrative. A rush of nostalgia fills me, making me ponder about my current self and the past. Where have you gone little magician?
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Beyond Black and White
Audrey Desmond (Social Media Manager)
Just as a rainbow emerges from the contrast of rain and sunlight, our lives are shaped by the interplay of duality. I’ve often pondered: Will one truly understand greatness without experiencing its opposite?
By embracing both sides of the spectrum, we gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of human experience. These contrasting experiences shape us, mould us, and give depth to our lives.
Credit: Rainbow on a purple sky – Original watercolour painting by Kirsten Bailey
Pooh in Chaos
Ricky Sim (Artistic Director)
“It’s the things that aren’t said that matter the most.”
Reading The Tao of Pooh felt like uncovering a reflection of my own thoughts on duality. I’ve always been intrigued by how I can hold two opposing perspectives and still find truth in both. The book reminded me that life doesn’t require choosing one side—it thrives in the balance. Like Pooh, I’ve learned to embrace simplicity alongside complexity, letting each enrich the other. This philosophy keeps me grounded in my creative process, where tension and harmony coexist.