Exclusively for SDEA Members: SDEA Visits Arts-Ed Penang

SDEA Visits Arts-Ed Penang, Trip to Georgetown, Penang, 3D2N at $60 special rate for members only (U.P. $700)

This March holidays, be a part of the SDEA entourage to discover a whole new world of art-making at the Unesco World Heritage Site of Georgetown, Penang. At this exclusive members retreat, unlock fresh perspectives through visits to regional educators and practitioners in their own studios and communities. We will be visiting eminent community arts practitioner, researcher and activist Dr Janet Pillai at Arts-Ed, a non-profit organisation she founded, noted for its community-based arts and culture education work with young people.

What can you expect?

• Hang out with Arts-Ed artists and learn about their processes in creating community arts and heritage programmes.
• Walk through the heritage area where these community projects are run and witness personally the impact of these initiatives on the community.
• Lots of bonding experiences, breaking of bread and sharing with fellow theatre practitioners and educators.
• Experience the unique sights, sounds and tastes of Penang culture as well as the rich heritage arts scene.

Details

Date: 17 Mar to 19 Mar 2017 (Fri to Sun)

Cost: SDEA members pay only a non-refundable $60 after a generous subsidy covered by SDEA (full tour cost at $700). There is no refund for any cancellation made after registration.

Other info: Flight details and itinerary will be shared in mid-Feb. Group flight booking depends on the availability of seats so please ensure you are free for the entire 3 days.

Registration closes on 9 February 2017. Payment should be received by cash, cheque or bank transfer by 17 February 2017.

Please read the FAQs below before registering.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. WOW, $60 is a steal for 3 days in Penang! What costs will SDEA cover on the trip?

SDEA will cover the return flight, accommodation (twin-sharing room), meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and transport to and from places on the itinerary. Please arrange for your own travel insurance and personal shopping expenses. :)

2. How do I make payment?

Do drop by the SDEA office to make payment latest by 17 February 2017. Payment should be made by either cash or cheque to 'Singapore Drama Educators Association'. We do not accept payment with Paypal because it comes with a transaction fee. We cannot absorb it as all of our resources goes towards making the trip as affordable and highly subsidised as possible for members like you.

3. What is the rooming arrangement like?

Two members will share a twin-sharing room. The Secretariat will assign rooms unless members note their preferred roommate in advance during registration. If you wish to have your own privacy and upgrade to a single room, you will have to inform the secretariat during registration and top up the price difference. The Secretariat will advise on the required top up.

4. My child, spouse, partner or friend would like to join me for the trip. What is the price for non-members?

Spaces are limited and the focus of the trip for professional development is important to everyone on the trip. Members can only bring one family member/friend along if the guest is a theatre practitioner or educator. The guest will pay the full $700 for the trip and payment shall be made to SDEA by 17 February 2017.

5. What is the itinerary? Can I have some time to myself and choose not to follow the group on some activities?

The itinerary will be provided at the end of February. Every member of the entourage must follow the itinerary strictly. Rest easy, there are ample pockets of free and easy time set aside throughout the trip.

6. I'd like to extend my trip and stay for a few more days. What would the arrangement be like?

If you'd like to stay beyond the checkout date of 19 March 2017, you will have to source for your own transport back to Singapore and pay for your own extended hotel stay and any other cost incurred. Please advise us about your extension during registration so we can purchase a one-way ticket for you.

Please note that the SDEA Secretariat will try our best to meet your needs but due to limitations we are not able to accede to any special requests.  SDEA reserves the right to make changes to the programme. Lastly, please note that if we do not receive your particulars for registration before the closing date of 9 February 2017, we cannot process your registration.