5 Plays from Third Stage: A collection of five Singaporean plays

"In the most active period of its history, between 1983 and 1987, the Third Stage made its mark on local theatre by the sheer fact that it produced at least ten original works that were performed, often, to full houses...

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"... Today we take Singlish for granted, hear its use on television, in plays and in local literature. It has become well-accepted and a part of our culture. That is the kind of impact which owes its beginnings to no small effort from those who gave expression to their creative spirits with a social conscience."

– Anne Lim (Co-editor)

(Source: 5 Plays from Third Stage: a collection of five Singaporean plays foreword)