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1. Mortal Kombat 2
The battle for Earthrealm returns with greater intensity in Mortal Kombat 2, the next chapter in the legendary video game franchise. As familiar champions step back into the arena, they are joined by the charismatic Johnny Cage for a new fight with even higher stakes. With Shao Kahn’s dark power threatening to consume Earthrealm, its defenders must face a ruthless tournament where survival, loyalty, and strength are tested in the most unforgiving way.
Cast: Karl Urban, Adeline Rudolph, Lewis Tan, Jessica McNamee, Josh Lawson, Joe Taslim
Release Date: 14 May 2026
2. Tom And Jerry: Forbidden Compass
A chaotic chase through a museum takes an unexpected turn when Tom and Jerry stumble upon a mysterious, magical artefact. Before they can make sense of it, the duo are suddenly swept through time and stranded in an unfamiliar era. To find their way home, the longtime rivals must set aside their differences and team up for an adventure far bigger than either of them ever imagined.
Release Date: 7 May 2026
3. Now I Met Her (我的妈耶)
Shiyi grew up without truly knowing his mother. Everything changes on his 18th birthday, when an old diary suddenly brings him face to face with the colourful, funny and romantic chapters of her life. As he becomes drawn into her story, he begins to uncover truths that reshape his understanding of his family and himself.
In Xiao Luxi’s debut feature, one woman’s life unfolds against the backdrop of a changing China. Warm, humorous and deeply moving, Now I Met Her is a story about love, loss, resilience and the surprising ways the past continues to speak to the present.
Cast: Ma Sichun (马思纯), Bai Ke (白客), Huang Minghao (黄明昊)
Release Date: 14 May 2026
4. Gohan
Over a decade, a white stray dog with a pink nose named Gohan quietly passes through the lives of different people, carrying their memories with him.
First, there is the gentle companionship of an ageing Japanese automotive engineer nearing retirement. Then comes the restless energy of a young Burmese housekeeper working at a dog shelter, whose days with Gohan are filled with uncertainty and tenderness. Later, he enters the life of an art student who, through him, begins to understand what it means to care for another living being.
Gohan is a reflective story about time, attachment and the quiet emotional traces left behind by every encounter. Through the eyes of a dog, it captures the ache of parting, the comfort of connection and the memories that remain long after goodbye.
Cast: Yasushi Kitajima, Poe Mamhe Thar, Jinjett Wattanasin, Tontawan Tantivejakul
Release Date: 21 May 2026
5. The Mandalorian & Grogu
Set after the fall of the Galactic Empire, The Mandalorian & Grogu follows Din Djarin and his young apprentice as they are drawn into the New Republic’s efforts to restore order across the galaxy.
With Imperial remnants still active and dangerous warlords seeking power in the shadows, the unlikely pair must navigate a fragile new era where peace remains far from certain.
Cast: Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Jeremy Allen White, Jonny Coyne
Release Date: 21 May 2026
6. An Evening of Drama 2026 (黄城夜韵 2026)
An Evening of Drama 2026 returns as Hwa Chong Institution College’s annual student-led theatrical production. Now in its 45th edition, this year’s showcase presents three plays centred on the theme of Pulse, exploring the emotional rhythms that connect individuals, families, histories and cultures.
Through different stories, the production reflects on what keeps people moving through grief, memory, change and hope. One play looks at the human spirit rising in the face of hardship. Another considers the struggle to preserve heritage when traditions are threatened by time. A third explores the possibility of healing, renewal and growth after old wounds have disrupted the rhythm of life.
As the curtain rises on its 45th year, An Evening of Drama 2026 invites audiences to reflect on the pulse that runs through shared memory, living culture and the legacy carried by each generation.
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7. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Have your golden ticket in hand. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory The Musical is making its way to Singapore, marking its first stop in Southeast Asia.
Inspired by Roald Dahl’s much loved story, this spectacular stage production brings the magical world of Willy Wonka to life with familiar songs from the original film, alongside fresh new music by the award winning songwriting team behind Hairspray.
The adventure begins when young Charlie Bucket finds a golden ticket that grants him entry into Willy Wonka’s extraordinary chocolate factory. Together with the other lucky winners, Charlie steps beyond the factory gates expecting sweets, surprises and wonder. What unfolds is a fantastical journey filled with imagination, curious inventions, unexpected turns and larger than life moments.
Featuring music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, and a book by David Greig, this dazzling production promises Singapore audiences a joyful blend of whimsical storytelling, memorable music and immersive theatrical magic. It is a colourful world of wonder created for families, theatre lovers and audiences of all ages.
The production has received major international recognition, including two Tony Awards for Best Costume Design and Best Lighting Design, and five Laurence Olivier Award nominations, including Best New Musical.
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8. Gateway Kids Club – May Storytelling 2026
There’s something magical happening this May at Gateway Theatre. Gateway Kids Club invites families to celebrate the beauty of nature and our planet through a month of engaging storytelling sessions.
Centred around the theme of Earth and the wonders of life, each session introduces young audiences to meaningful stories about friendship, care, and the environment—encouraging children to learn how to protect the world we call home.
New sessions are added weekly, with registration opening two weeks in advance.
Highlights include Rina, The Bird Who Forgot the Sky, a heartwarming tale about rediscovering courage, and Why the Sky is Far Away, a bilingual story that explores how the sky drifted from Earth. In the lead-up to Mother’s Day, children can also enjoy stories like Grumpy Monkey Mom For A Day and A Drawing for My Mum, celebrating love and appreciation for mothers.
Other sessions throughout the month explore themes of environmental awareness and adventure, from a wandering plastic bag in Rustle’s Big Bag-venture to helping clean up a beach in Cleaning Coco the Crab’s Home!, and a touching story about nature’s balance in The Cloud that Learned to Fall.
All sessions are free to attend. After storytelling, families can also participate in arts and crafts or enjoy free-play activities.
Gateway Kids Club is a weekly programme held every Saturday at Gateway Theatre, with rotating monthly themes designed to inspire creativity and learning in children.
For updates and registration details, visitors are encouraged to check Gateway Theatre’s official channels.
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