The live show Phua Chu Kang And Friends includes not only the iconic contractor but also a ventriloquist to entertain the whole family, writes Dennis Chua
PHUA Chu Kang is back! Just when we thought that everyone’s favourite Ah Beng character (Gurmit Singh) had hung up his yellow boots for good, he is back to tickle your funny bone with his large mole and even larger hairstyle!
There is a catch though. Those yellow boots will be worn for one night only by the famous “contractor” in a show brought to you by Popcorn Studio, after having successfully staged five series of sold-out shows (Laugh Die You).
Phua Chu Kang And Friends will be staged live at HGH Convention Centre, Sentul, Kuala Lumpur on April 7 at 7pm. Audiences can expect to be serenaded by the Ah Beng contractor at the event.
The show, said Popcorn Studio director Erik Ong, was curated for the whole family to enjoy together. “Most of us grew up watching Phua Chu Kang and had grown to love the larger-than-life character. Many of us who used to watch the popular TV sitcom with our families are now parents ourselves.
“Hence, we think it is a good idea to bring back the contractor who claims to best in Singapore and JB — and some say Batam — for the whole family to enjoy. Children and grandparents are definitely welcome as well,” said Erik, adding that Phua Chu Kang is an icon and still popular today after 20 years since the character made its debut in September 1997.
The show will also be introducing Singapore’s funniest ventriloquist, Joseph Then.
Joseph, who is a veteran in the family entertainment scene, is known for his innovative ventriloquism acts with his wacky puppet characters.
His sense of humour, coupled with his puppet’s antagonistic behaviour, is guaranteed to make the audience laugh!
Popcorn Studio has also arranged for intervals with fun games for families to participate in and win attractive prizes. Malaysian singer Kael and the Gangster Squad will also be making an appearance at the show.
Tickets are priced at RM158, RM200 and RM258 for Silver, Gold and VIP respectively. Details at www.vip.my