The Necessary Stage
The Necessary Stage is a non-profit theatre company with charity status founded by our current
Artistic Director Alvin Tan in 1987. Our mission is to create challenging indigenous and
innovative theatre that touches the heart and mind. We are committed to developing new works,
international exchange and collaboration and reaching out to new audiences while maintaining
high standards of production. The Necessary Stage is the presenter and curator of the M1
Singapore Fringe Festival and a recipient of the National Arts Council's 2-year Major Grant.
