Testimonials

H.E Mr Ahn Young-jip

H. E. Mrs Magdalena Bogdziewicz

H.E Mr Ahn Young-jip

Former Ambassador, Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Singapore

“With its theme, “Celebrating Cultural Diplomacy with the World”, I am deeply impressed by ODT Ltd.’s continuous efforts in promoting cultural exchange with many countries in the region through dance. Especially ODT Ltd has orchestrated various projects to enhance bilateral cultural relations between Singapore and Korea. Korean artists have been invited regularly to join its significant events since 2001.”

H.E Mr Sagi Karni

H. E. Mrs Magdalena Bogdziewicz

H.E Mr Ahn Young-jip

Former Ambassador, Embassy of Israel to Singapore

“Congratulations to Odyssey Dance Theatre Ltd (ODT Ltd) for hosting the successful 10th biennial Xposition ‘O’ Contemporary Dance Fiesta (XPO) this October & November, continuing its cultural diplomacy efforts with the world since 2001. It is heartening to see ODT Ltd, a pioneer in contemporary dance development in Singapore has gained ground firmly with a sizeable audience in Singapore and this region for the last 20 years.”

H. E. Mrs Magdalena Bogdziewicz

Ambassador, Embassy of the Republic of Poland to Singapore

“2019 marks a significant year for Poland and Singapore, celebrating 50 years of diplomatic relationship. The Embassy of the Republic of Poland is pleased to support new collaborative efforts of ODT Ltd in promoting arts and culture. With Singaporean “cultural ambassador” Dr Danny Tan being invited to the Polish Dance Platform in Gdansk, as well as attending the opening of Singapore new Honorary Consulate’s office in Warsaw in September 2019, these initiatives mark some of the wonderful ways to continue the cultural diplomacy and strengthening people-to-people ties between the two countries.”

H. E. Anacleto Felicani

H. E. Mrs Magdalena Bogdziewicz

Ambassador, Embassy of Italy to Singapore (2010 - 2015)

"I would like to thank the Odyssey Dance Theatre and its Artistic Director, Dr. Danny Tan, for organizing this important program that creates a bridge between Asia and Europe. It allows international dance companies to share experiences, master classes and performances, uniting two diverse cultures through art"

H. E. Mrs Magdalena Bogdziewicz

Ambassador, Embassy of the Republic of Poland to Singapore

Mrs Lysia Kee

H. E. Mrs Magdalena Bogdziewicz

Principal (2005 - 2013)

Bukit Batok Secondary School

“If I were to wish for anything, I should not wish for wealth and power, but the passionate sense of what can be, for the eye, ever young and ardent, sees the possible. Pleasure disappoints, possibility never. And what wine is so sparkling, what is so fragrant, what is so intoxicating as possiblity?"

- Soren Kier

"The above words by Soren Kierkegaard must surely have been said for someone like Danny Tan. From the first moment that I met him and continuing till today. Danny has always seen Possibility. He has never fretted when obstacles blocked his direction. Though he says that he is lost at times, his great sense of Possibility will take over and his Art dances again. Even in the face of death, he experienced an awakening and was still inspired to dance, to impishly say "Hi. Heaven!" If I had but one wish, it would be that, like Soren. like Danny. we will see Possibility.

Professor Eddie Kuo Chen-Yu

(The Story Begins)

"Fascinating, Inspiring and indeed mesmerizing. A total experience with fusion of different art forms, combining piano performance, dance movements, and photographic images. Diversified, and yet so well connected."

Professor Yu Chun Yee

Professor Eddie Kuo Chen-Yu

Formal Artistic Advisor

Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts

(Red Tears)

"The latest premiere "Red Tears" was no exception. The imaginative use of lighting, the technical assuredness of the dancers, the harmony of ensemble work, these were all taken for granted. What promised much was the encapsulation of Chinese texts and Teochew opera with contemporary moves. Teochew opera with contemporary moves. This unrelenting quest for new frontiers plays an important part in helping us to develop a uniquely Singaporean, nay cosmopolitan, voice"

Dance Australia

Professor Eddie Kuo Chen-Yu

Dance Australia

Providence

“Intense, emotional, yet controlled and precise, this absorbing piece is full of yearning. Tan is very focused and grounded dancer, combining athletic strength with great delicacy."