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English Literature Debate Drama & Film Society (ELDDFS)

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About ELDDFS

Do you love binge-watching films, or writing angsty poems in your free time? Or do you have a flair for winning every argument and reciting emotional monologues? Well, we welcome you to join Hwa Chong’s very own English Literature Drama Debate and Film Society (ELDDFS)!

 

ELDDFS’ four different wings work in tandem to give our CCA members chances to grow and develop their love for the English Arts. Under the guidance of our Drama and Debate coaches, our members explore the intricacies of theatre and reasoning. Our Film and Lit wing members also have chances to shine, working on original, self-directed projects. All these culminate in various wing events: from Singapore Youth Festival to Young Adult Writers Perform, and from Filmfeste to Hwa Chong British Parliamentaries, every wing offers major opportunities for every member to showcase their skills.

 

Of course, all four wings converge in numerous inter-wing sessions and events, notably our flagship event, Camp Re:ACT!, an annual day-camp for local teens. The camp aims to push like-minded peers to venture beyond their classrooms and immerse themselves in the Arts, while serving as a culmination of the passion and abilities our own members have acquired in ELDDFS.

 

If you’re looking for a diverse community built on a common love for language and the Arts, ELDDFS is the perfect place for you. We can’t wait to meet you!

Venue

Various (D501 and D504)

CCA Sessions

Literature: Tuesday, 1630-1800*

Drama: Wednesday, 1530-1830*

Debate: Monday & Wednesday, 1530-1830

Film: Friday, 1630-1800*

*Subject to change according to availability of members

Contact

Instagram: @hc_elddfs

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Teachers-in-charge

Mr Martin Chong (chongkc@hci.edu.sg

Ms Madihah Binte Mahmood (madihah@hci.edu.sg)

Requirements

Generally, an interest in the English Arts, a willingness to take initiative and an open mind & heart! 

[Literature]: 

A passion for writing, learning about, and immersing oneself in both classic and modern day poems. 

[Debate]: 

An open mind and drive to improve one's debating abilities both in and out of training. 

[Drama]: 

Passion for theatre, interest in acting and open mindedness towards crew and backstage opportunities. 

[Film]: 

Interest in film, cinematography and 

script-writing. Preferably some experience with camera work and video editing.

Achievements

[Literature]:

Annual Poetry Slam (YAWP!)

Litmus Publication

PPF during school events (on-the-spot poetry writing)

[Debate]:

SIM Debate Open (Grand finalists)

MOE Intercollegiate Debating Championships (Quarter-finalists)

Lasallian Debate League (Champions)

DC Debates (Champions)

NTU Debating Championships (Semi-finalists)

Singapore Polytechnic Debate Open (Semi-finalists)

SMU Hammers (Semi-finalists)

NUS Political Association Debate Series (1st runner-up)

Asian Youth British Parliamentary (Finalists)

Asian Online Debating Championships (Semi-finalists) 

[Drama]:

Biennial SYF

Annual Perry Productions (discontinued, but we are working on our own new production!)

 

[Film]:

Annual FilmFeste 

[Across all wings] 

Camp RE:ACT! 2021 (Dec)

  • Hosted secondary and JC participants from 12 schools 

  • Guest Speakers: Mr Jim Rogers and Mr Kennie Ting

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