{
  "id": 17504476,
  "title": "Basic snorkelling lessons; theatre shows on friendship by Emma Memma and dealing with grief",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/basic-snorkelling-lessons-theatre-shows-on-friendship-by-emma-memma",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T00:32:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Straits Times",
    "slug": "straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/parenting-education/basic-snorkelling-lessons-theatre-shows-on-friendship-by-emma-memma-and-dealing-with-grief"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa introduces its new PADI Discover Snorkelling programme, inviting children aged 10 and above to explore the mesmerizing underwater world at the Singapore Oceanarium. This 90-minute session not only imparts basic snorkelling techniques but also instills a sense of awe and appreciation for marine ecosystems and conservation. The programme will be held on Fridays to Sundays at 10.30am, with groups of up to eight participants per session. Tickets, priced at $109 per person, include full-day admission to the Oceanarium.\n\nMeanwhile, popular Australian children's entertainer Emma Memma is set to grace Singapore with her new show, Emma Memma & The Wishing Tree, premiering at Victoria Theatre from November 4 to 6. The 60-minute musical delves into the themes of friendship, kindness, and gratitude, inspired by MindChamps' initiative to nurture empathy in young learners. Memma, who is joining forces with MindChamps for the second time, will be accompanied by alien Kayshita and her robot companion Cutie, two original characters from MindChamps' ZunBold Universe. The show runs for $39 to $69 per ticket, available at str.sg/Hxve.\n\nDealing with loss and grief can be challenging for children, and parents often find it difficult to know how to approach the subject. The play How To Be A Kid, running at Gateway Theatre from November 6 to 15, offers a gentle and uplifting exploration of grief through the lens of 12-year-old Molly, who is dealing with the loss of her grandmother. Rather than expressing sorrow through tears, Molly focuses on maintaining the household and caring for her grieving mother and younger brother. This tender adaptation of Sarah McDonald-Hughes' work, directed by Ian Loy, is recommended for children aged seven to 12 and their families. Loy, who lost his father at age 10, hopes the play will empower children to openly discuss their emotions and prevent them from carrying the weight of grief alone. Every performance includes a guided post-show discussion, priced at $45 per person.",
  "summary": "Make family time all the more special with these ideas and activities.",
  "key_points": [
    "Resorts World Sentosa offers PADI Discover Snorkelling for children aged 10+",
    "Emma Memma's show Emma Memma & The Wishing Tree runs Nov 4-6",
    "How To Be A Kid play addresses grief for children aged 7-12"
  ],
  "editors_take": "These diverse upcoming attractions signal a growing trend in Singaporean family entertainment that prioritizes emotional intelligence and environmental stewardship alongside traditional recreational activities.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}