Hokkien opera troupe Xiao Kee Lin to take final bow on Saturday night after 70 years

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Mdm Xio Kim Kee (second from right) looks into the camera as their troupe expressed thanks to their fans for their support. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN
Mdm Xio Kim Kee (far left) waves as their troupe expresses thanks to their fans. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN
Xiao Kee Lin opera troupe's last performance fronted by Mdm Xio Kim Kee. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN
Mdm Xio Kim Kee (right) does final touches to her make-up. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN
A troupe member helps Mdm Xio Kim Kee (left) with her head gear. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN
A fan of Xiao Kee Lin opera troupe teared as Mdm Xio Kim Kee, who fronts the troupe, went into the crowd to express thanks to the troupe's fans. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN
Troupe leader Madam Xio Kim Kee (centre) said she can no longer physically sustain the business. PHOTO: AZIZ HUSSIN FOR THE STRAITS TIMES
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SINGAPORE - The working crowd in MacPherson walks by a large white tent, oblivious to the colourful scene unfolding within it.

Behind a stage set up in front of rows of red plastic chairs, performers donning elaborate headgear, wigs, and glittery robes are applying the final touches.

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