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English Literature Debate Drama & Film Society (ELDDFS)

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*photo taken pre-COVID

About ELDDFS

It all starts with the smallest details. A shift in intonation, an additional tier to an argument, a tweak to the colour grading, swapping one word for another – we are meticulous, creative, always inquisitive, and while we won’t claim to be the best actors, debaters, litterateurs or directors, we certainly take pride in our work.

 

ELDDFS’s four wings (Literature, Debate, Drama, Film) offers two years of uninhibited growth in developing an appreciation of the English Language and our individual crafts. Our debaters work to master the art of argumentation, our actors the nuances of theatre, our litterateurs the intricacies of writing, and our filmmakers the workings of the camera.

 

Beyond the four wings, as one ELDDFS, we recognise the importance of unity — coming together for inter-wing combined sessions, and jointly organised events; particularly ELDDFS’s annual flagship event: Camp Re:ACT!. These ample opportunities celebrate the months of hard work spent honing our skills, connecting us through our passion for the English Language in the way those involved in the arts know best – by giving back to society and sharing our love for our craft.

We are a community of individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying interests, but we’re built on a common love for language and the arts. We are ELDDFS, and we can’t wait to welcome you into our family.

Venue

Various (D501 and D504)

CCA Sessions

Literature:

Thursday, 1600 - 1730pm

 

Drama:

Wednesday, 1530 - 1830pm

Fridays, 1600 - 1900pm
 

Debate:

Wednesday and Thursday, 1530 - 1830pm

Film:

(Odd) Monday, 1600 - 1800pm

(Even) Wednesday, 1600 - 1800pm


[Mass sessions: once per term]

*All CCA timings are subject to change according to the availability of members

Contact

Teachers-in-charge

Mdm Madihah bte Mahmood (madihah@hci.edu.sg)

Mr Koh Eng Chye Frederick (frederickkoh@hci.edu.sg)

Requirements

An interest in the English Arts, a willingness to take initiative and an open mind and 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, open-mindedness to different forms of drama and dedication to acting. Prior experience is appreciated but not required.

 

​Film:

Interest in film, cinematography and script-writing. Preferably some experience with camera work and video editing, but not required.

Achievements

Literature Wing:

Annual Poetry Slam (YAWP!) — 13 participants (from various schools) and 10 external judges

Litmus Publication — 27 students’ works published

 

Debate Wing:

Champions, Singapore Polytechnic Debating Open 2024

1st Runners-Up, MOE Intercollegiate Debating Championships 2024

Novice Quarter-finalists, NTU Debating Championships 2024

Quarterfinalists, NUSPA Debate Series 2024

1st Runners-Up, MOE Intercollegiate Debating Championships 2023

Semi-finalists, Mid Year Invitationals 2023

 

Drama Wing:

Accomplishment Award for Singapore Youth Festival [SYF]

Annual Drama Production — 2 hour production featuring 3 plays and 21 actors/crew

 

Film Wing:

Annual FilmFeste - Over 100 attendees came to watch our production spanning 3 films

 

General:

Camp Re:ACT! — 2 day camp involving 25 participants from various schools

Key Events / VIA Activities planned by the CCA

Literature Wing:

Commissions for special events (e.g. International Friendship Day)

 

Debate Wing:

Hwa Chong British Parliamentaries (HCBP) 

 

Drama Wing:

Annual Drama Production

 

Film Wing:

Annual FilmFeste

 

General:

Camp Re:ACT!

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