A powerful night of theatre in support of accessible mental health care.

Join us on Thursday, 29 August 2024, for a special one-night-only fundraising performance of Third Man Syndrome, an original theatre production confronting the silent struggles of suicide, grief, and mental health.

🎟️ Each ticket includes one complimentary counselling session – redeemable for yourself or transferable to someone in need.
📣All proceeds go toward EMCC’s Hope is at Hand Subsidy Fund, which helps make professional mental health support accessible to those who cannot afford it.

Your ticket purchase counts as a donation. Donations of $50 and above are eligible for 250% tax deduction.
Each ticket includes one complimentary counselling session, valid till 31 March 2026 (transferable).

Event Details

Date: Thursday, 29 August 2024
Time: 7:00pm (Reception and light bites follow at 8:30pm)
Venue: Gateway Theatre Black Box, 3615 Jalan Bukit Merah, Singapore 159461
Tickets: $100 – includes one complimentary counselling session

Why Does Your Support Matter?

Funds raised from this show will towards EMCC’s Hope is at Hand Subsidy Fund, which ensures that counselling support is accessible for those struggling.

In 2024, 115 clients from lower-income households received subsidised therapy through this fund. Your support helps individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and other life struggles to get the help they need.

• For every donation of $100, you will receive one ticket to the EMCC Fundraising Night
• With $120, you can support one subsidised counselling session for someone in emotional distress

Our fundraising goal for this night is $50,000 — and every dollar counts.

Your ticket purchase counts as a donation. Donations of $50 and above are eligible for 250% tax deduction.
Each ticket includes one complimentary counselling session, valid till 31 March 2026 (transferable).

“Why did you jump?”

Albert thought this question could never be answered. His best friend, Erwin, had just killed himself. Erwin was completely normal—exceptional even. A valedictorian, a national youth gymnast, and in a loving relationship. Albert was none of those things. Still, their bond was unbreakable. So why did he jump?

Albert finds himself inside Erwin’s final dream, chasing a ghost that refuses to speak. The deeper he falls into this surreal dreamscape, the more disturbing truths he uncovers—not only about Erwin, but about himself.

Third Man Syndrome, written by Terrance Tan and directed by Ian Loy, is a brave and compassionate reckoning with suicide, a necessary conversation with those left behind, and a story of finding courage in the face of despair.

Trigger Warning

💙 Why Does Your Support Matter?

Funds raised from this show will towards EMCC’s Subsidy Fund, which ensures that counselling support is accessible for those struggling.

In 2024, 115 clients from lower-income households received subsidised therapy through this fund. Your support helps individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and other life struggles to get the help they need.

• For every donation of $100, you will receive one ticket to the EMCC Fundraising Night
• With $120, you can support one subsidised counselling session for someone in emotional distress

Our fundraising goal for this night is $50,000 — and every dollar counts.

🌱 Impact Story: Sarah’s Journey

After years of silent burnout, Sarah, a 31-year-old teacher, reached her breaking point. As she lay in tears on her sofa, a scary thought crossed her mind, “I wouldn’t mind if I died right now.” Fortunately, counselling pulled her back from the brink.

Since she was unemployed at the time, EMCC’s subsidy support made therapy possible despite her financial struggles. Through her sessions, Sarah found safety, insight, and gradual healing. She shared, “I used to feel overwhelmed just hearing the MRT jingle that reminded me of work. Now, I hear it and I’m okay. That happened to me, but I’m not there anymore.”

Today, she’s preparing to return to work with hope and strength. And she’s sharing more openly about therapy—to help others know they’re not alone either.

🎟️ Be Part of the Change

• Attend the show
• Share the message
• Make a donation

With your support, more people like Sarah can get the help they need, when they need it most.

Your ticket purchase counts as a donation. Donations of $50 and above are eligible for 250% tax deduction.
Each ticket includes one complimentary counselling session, valid till 31 March 2026 (transferable).

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does each ticket include?
   Each ticket entitles you to entry to the fundraising show on 29 August and a complimentary individual counselling session at EMCC.
2. Can I transfer my ticket or counselling session to someone else?
   Yes, the counselling session is transferable. Please ensure the person using it has the ticket serial number at the point of making an appointment.
3. When can I use the complimentary counselling session?
   The complimentary session must be booked by 31 March 2026.
4. Is the ticket purchase eligible for tax deduction?
   Yes. Your ticket purchase counts as a donation.
   Donations of $50 and above are eligible for 250% tax deduction.