Singapore TAPS Ignite

Students attend a live theatre performance and unpack their experience through guided reflection and dialogue. The performance becomes a shared reference point within TAPS Ignite, supporting students as they begin to connect performance, interpretation, and their own creative practice.

Educator Workshops

While students engage in their immersive programme, accompanying educators participate in a dedicated specialist workshop led by an experienced practitioner. Rooted in collaborative and experiential learning, these sessions offer artistic inspiration, professional reflection, and practical approaches to enrich classroom practice. Workshop leader details will be confirmed closer to the event.

Booking secures a place at an ISTA TAPS event by estimating the number of participants and paying a deposit.

Registration finalises participant details, ensuring accurate planning for theatre tickets, catering, and transportation.

Only book spaces you are certain you can fill to prevent unnecessary reductions at registration.

Click here for a helpful guide on how ISTA’s booking and registration works.

Booking

Opens: 1:00 pm UK time on Monday 13 April 2026.

Closes: 11:59 pm UK time on Friday 13 November 2026.

Before booking, ensure your trip is viable by checking:

• Travel restrictions and visa requirements
• Parental approvals
• School authorisation

At the time of booking, organisations must provide:

• Total number of students
• Total number of educators
• Lead educator chaperone contact details

Please review the ISTA Event Terms & Conditions, including cancellation policies, before booking.

Deposit & Confirmation

Upon booking, you will receive an invoice for a 25% deposit based on the number of students booked. The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable and secures your reservation. Bookings are fully confirmed once the deposit is received within 30 days.

Bookings are made through an ISTA website account. Your booking confirmation and registration link will appear in the profile of the person who submitted the booking. If a colleague booked on your behalf, the registration form may sit under their account.

Invoices are sent to the email address provided at the time of booking. Your place is reserved, subject to payment in line with our booking terms.

If you need to make changes to your booking, please email booking@istaglobal.org.

Registration

Opens: 1:00 pm UK time on Monday 13 April 2026.

Closes: 11:59 pm UK time on Friday 20 November 2026.

Once registration opens, schools that have confirmed their students should register as soon as possible. All registrations must be completed by Friday 20 November 2026 to finalise event logistics.

At the time of registration, organisations must provide:

• Finalised participant details
• Travel information

Changes in Student Numbers

Fewer students than booked: Deposits for non-attending students are forfeited. (e.g. If you book 15 students but only 10 attend, the deposit for 5 will not be refunded.)

Additional students: A 25% deposit per added student will be invoiced.

Waitlist

If the event reaches capacity, it will be marked “Waitlist”. If you wish to be added to the waitlist:

1. Click the Waitlist button on the event page
2. Enter the requested information
3. Spaces will be offered in the order waitlist requests are received.

ISTA TAPS events follow a two-step automated payment process:

Step 1: Deposit Payment at Booking

• Upon booking, you will be required to pay a 25% deposit immediately.
• This deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable and confirms your reservation.
• Bookings will only be secured once the deposit payment is successfully processed.

All payments and cancellations are subject to ISTA Event Terms & Conditions.

Step 2: Remaining Balance Upon Registration Closure

• Once registration closes, organisations will be automatically invoiced for the remaining 75% of registration fees, plus any applicable surcharges, based on the final number of students registered.

Changes in Student Numbers

• Fewer students than booked: Deposits for students who do not attend will be forfeited. (e.g. If you book 15 students but only 10 attend, the deposit for the 5 who do not attend will not be refunded.)
• Additional students: A 25% deposit per added student will be invoiced at the time of the increase.

TAPS Ignite Schedule

• Start: 9:00 am - Friday 29 January 2027
• End: 2:15 pm - Sunday 31 January 2027

Please note: while dates are firm, final details from the venue are pending and will be updated as soon as possible.

Participants are expected to attend all sessions of the event.

Click here to explore a sample TAPS schedule.

Airport: Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

Arrival: Participants should plan to arrive in Singapore on the evening of Thursday 28 January 2027.

Departure: Participants should not plan to leave the venue before 2:15 pm on Sunday 31 January 2027.

Distance from Airport to Venue:

Approximately 20 minutes by taxi/private bus. Approximately 30 minutes on public transportation.

Distance from the Airport to Hotels:

Approximately 15 minutes by private bus. Approximately 40 minutes by public transportation.

Accommodation

All participants are responsible for booking their own accommodation in Singapore for the duration of TAPS Ignite. We advise that you book hotels/hostels near the venue.

Recommended Hotel

Dorsett Changi City Singapore

3 Changi Business Park Central 1

Singapore 486037

Contact email: Cindy Lee (cindy.lee@dorsetthotels.com) or (reservation.changicity@dorsetthotels.com)

Please mention Cindy Lee's name in correspondence.

Contact Number: +65 6933 9813

Website: https://www.dorsetthotels.com/dorsett-changi-city-singapore/contact-us.html

Distance from venue: approximately 12 minutes

Distance from the airport: Approximately 15 minutes by private bus. Approximately 40 minutes by public transportation.

Local Transportation

• The host will organise airport transfers and local transportation for the duration of the event, the following surcharges will be applied for all non-local participants:
• Airport transfers: £15
• Daily transportation to and from the venue: £15

Visa Requirements

It is the responsibility of participants/schools to ensure they have the necessary visas.

Visa applications can take time, so we strongly recommend starting the process as soon as possible.

Singapore visa information: https://www.ica.gov.sg/

If you require assistance or supporting documentation for your visa application, please contact the Event Manager well in advance.

Important Communication Information

ISTA business days are Monday to Friday, and we aim to respond to all emails within three business days.

ISTA staff do not monitor emails on weekends (Saturday & Sunday) or public holidays. If a staff member is working at an event, response times may be longer than usual.

3 lunches and 2 evening meals are included in this event. Please note this does not include any meals before the event begins.

Appropriate attire

Participants should bring clothing suitable for physically active workshops during the day (athletic wear, PE kit, performance blacks, etc.), as well as outfits appropriate for attending theatre performances in the evening.

Please note:

• Workshops are physically active. Participants who are not appropriately dressed may be unable to take part.
• Footwear and jewellery may need to be removed for certain sessions.
• Chewing gum is not permitted in workshop spaces.

Materials

• Any materials requested by the Workshop Leaders (printed text, notes on pre-reading/viewing activities etc.) details will be in the e-Programme
• Pens, pencils, highlighters etc. for notetaking
• Refillable water bottle

E-Programme

A detailed digital programme will be shared two weeks prior to the event, outlining schedules, workshop information, artist biographies, performance details, and essential guidance to support preparation.