God of Carnage Brings Razor-Sharp Comedy and Civilised Chaos to Funan in March 2026

Following the sold-out success of Twelve Angry Men, Nine Years Theatre (NYT) returns with God of Carnage, the internationally acclaimed dark comedy by Yasmina Reza. Directed by four-time The Straits Times Life! Theatre Awards Best Director winner Nelson Chia, the production will run from 20 to 29 March 2026 at The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre @ Funan.

Often described as a “comedy of no manners”, God of Carnage begins with the promise of civility, and quickly dismantles it. Two sets of parents meet to resolve a playground altercation between their sons. What starts as a polite, reasoned discussion soon spirals into chaos, confession and absurd catastrophe, revealing how thin the veneer of modern adulthood can be.

When Polite Smiles Crack

In the play, Veronica and Michael Goh invite Annette and Alan Lee into their living room, determined to address their children’s misbehaviour with grace and maturity. Surrounded by art books, tulips and homemade pastries, they set out to behave like responsible, enlightened adults.

But as the evening unfolds, seemingly minor irritants, a persistently ringing phone, a missing hamster and a bottle of fine rum, become triggers for a spectacular emotional unravelling. Winner of both the Tony Award and the Laurence Olivier Award, God of Carnage exposes just how fragile social decorum becomes under pressure, with ruthless humour and biting precision.

Powerhouse Cast, Precision Performances

Under Nelson Chia’s direction, the production brings together four formidable performers:

• Mia Chee as Veronica Goh
• Oon Shu An as Annette Lee
• Cavin Soh as Alan Lee
• Tay Kong Hui as Michael Goh

Together, they transform an outwardly civil living room into a battleground of sharp wit, emotional volatility and dark hilarity, delivering tightly charged performances that keep tensions simmering throughout.

A Satire of Civility and Control

At its core, God of Carnage is a sharp satire that uses rudeness as a scalpel, slicing through the polite façades of well-meaning adults. The play questions whether civility is merely a thin mask hiding our raw instincts, and what happens when that mask slips.

In an age where emotional restraint is often expected, the production offers audiences a cathartic release, a chance to laugh as characters lose control in spectacular fashion. Language itself becomes a weapon, with cultured arguments and ethical posturing inflicting the deepest wounds. The more refined the words, the sharper the sting.

Post-Show “Drink and Talk” Sessions

In line with NYT’s belief that theatre should spark dialogue, a post-show “Drink and Talk” session will be held after every performance. Audiences can engage in relaxed conversations with the cast and director over tea and wine, courtesy of Pek Sin Choon and CornerStone Wines.

Performance and Ticket Details

God of Carnage runs from 20 to 29 March 2026 at The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre @ Funan. Tickets are available via SISTIC, with a range of ticketing options and membership schemes designed to encourage wider engagement with Mandarin theatre in Singapore.

Standard Ticket Prices (excluding SISTIC booking fee):

• Tue–Thu: $68 (CAT 1) | $55 (CAT 2)
• Fri–Sun: $78 (CAT 1) | $65 (CAT 2)

Early Bird Promotion

• 20% off CAT 1 tickets
• Promo code: NYT26EB
• Valid from 11 December 2025 to 3 January 2026

Additional discounts include special rates for NYT members, youths aged 16–25, concession groups, and bundle packages, all subject to availability.

Tote Board Arts Grant

All Secondary (Upper Sec) Schools, Junior Colleges/ Centralised Institute & ITEs may use the Tote Board Arts Grant to subsidise up to 50% of the programme cost

Use your SG CULTURE PASS to experience God of Carnage live on stage.