DeepaRaya Concert 2006

the signature of Malay dance; graceful swinging of the arms

our pupils got the opportunity to fast forward in time to become "pakcik-pakcik" (Malay for uncle)

up close with our Indian dancers

Mdm Tenmoli aiding our principal Mrs Tan to light the oil lamp; a gesture during Deepavali to symbolise the triumph of good over evil

our pupil playing the role of the demon king Ravana (he's supposed to be frightening but doesn't he look adorable?)

serving the teachers sweetcakes after the concert

Miss Jan showing us her special moves

teachers of Yew Tee showing that they too can dance
PS: reports of Mr Danny dancing has been greatly exaggerated :)the girls get to play the roles of 'Aunties' in the play and
they get to wear the chic headphones too

our hostesses donned in a Malay and Indian traditional costumes
the lead singer; our next Singapore Idol comes 2015 :) colgate moment :)

our performers playing scissors-paper-stone to chase the jitters away
before the big show

This year, Yew Tee Primary School. Next year; the Esplanade! the new Pokeball. Just kidding :)

our cutesy Indian dancer in action

Mdm Thana and Mr Woody demonstrating the tying of the 'dhoti'.
Anyone remember what happened if you don't tie the 'dhoti' properly? :)

performers on standby. They look so adorable don't they?

are you ready to dance?

our coy presenter hiding behind the curtains

"And that's how it's done!"
Miss Hartini demonstrating the tying of the 'kain songket' on our lucky volunteer

our graceful Indian dancers