getai

Translated as "song stage" (ge = song, tai = stage), the getai is a lively singing and dancing performance and a common sight during this time of the year.

Museum Blogs 2009

In Singapore, for example, it takes to the extent of elaborate Chinese opera shows and getai (Wikipedia it) performances held at night for the ghosts (the paper burning part of the month is quite a bit more boring).

Those 100 things to do before you die. Ann Althouse 2008

The local film '881' encapsulates the glitz and glamour behind the colourful world of the getai.

Museum Blogs 2009

The getai stage is often splashed in neon colours or pink, yellow and blue and the performers decked in flamboyant outfits - the more glitter, the more kitschy, the better!

Museum Blogs 2009

Their earnings are dependent on their popularity - well-loved getai performers are said to rake in up to a whooping $1,000 per item!

Museum Blogs 2009

Mr Loh, owner of Whirltones Entertainment Enterprise, is a veteran in the getai industry.

Wiloto Corp. Asia Pacific 2009

While a non-ironic getai show was taking place on the main stage, a man was taking a bath on the sidelines.

TODAYonline 2008

While a non-ironic getai show was taking place on the main stage, a man was taking a bath on the sidelines.

TODAYonline 2008

While a non-ironic getai show was taking place on the main stage, a man was taking a bath on the sidelines.

TODAYonline 2008

While a non-ironic getai show was taking place on the main stage, a man was taking a bath on the sidelines.

TODAYonline 2008