Hatch Theatrics is a theatre company based in Singapore, known for its innovative productions that explore contemporary themes, often through the lens of Malay culture. The company has garnered attention for its unique storytelling and commitment to addressing complex social issues. - Popspoken
On the changing landscape of Malay theatre, Faizal commented: “The scene is becoming increasingly vibrant, with plenty of young Malay practitioners emerging. But one of the biggest issues is that nowadays, we have a lot of work that isn’t memorable. Back in the 90s and early 2000s, there was a boom of good, critical Malay plays, like Noor Effendy Ibrahim’s Bilik Ahmad or Aidli ‘Alin’ Mosbit’s Ikan Cantik. These days, a lot of Malay theatre I watch, I come away wishing that these plays had more time to push themselves to their fullest potential. We should find a way for the youths to interact more with the veteran theatremakers, and learn to create personal stories that will still resonate with society and the community and stay relevant over the years.” - Bakchormeeboy