881 tells the story of The Papaya (thus the title 881) Sisters, played by Mindee Ong (Moulmein High, Birthday) and Yeo Yann Yann (Singapore Dreaming), two childhood friends who grew up mesmerised by the glitter and glamour of 'getai' (song stage). The musical will feature glitzy costumes and lavish choreography, with the actors breaking out often into songs to express their emotions.
I would say this is like the local version of HairSpray...also a musical..full of singing..full of dancing and also different fanciful costumes. Just that this one is mainly in Hokkien. Those who enjoys hokkien songs..it is a must to catch this flick. Some people find the show touching but not me..its kinda lame actually. Some parts are also exaggerated..especially the part when May and Choy (The durian sisters) started shooting laser lights off their durian bras and the Papaya sisters end up lying on the floor. Oh and i love the theme song Yi Ren Yi Ban..still trying very hard to dl its mp3. Let me know if you have it!
In the meantime..check out the video first
After the show, we had dinner at NewYork NewYork. I wonder what the hype is about that place..there's always a queue there whenever i pass by it.
Mum and I in NewYork NewYork
Annabel and Sis
My spring chicken
Mum's pork chop
Annabel's baked rice
Sis's caesar salad
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