Theatre review: Hossan Leong's autobiographical musical wasted opportunity for more bite
Singapore actor Hossan Leong stars in Hossan-ah! In The High Arts. PHOTO: RUEY LOON
Hossan-ah! In The High Arts
Hossan Leong
Victoria Theatre
May 30, 8pm
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