Performing Arts Panel 3: The Sound of Success: Protecting Your Hearing and Voice for a Sustainable Career
Part 3 of the Performing Arts Medicine Panel Series addressing health and wellness challenges facing performing artists through expert sharings and interactive discussions.
Last updated 8 September 2026
📅 17 September 2026 (Thursday)
⌚ 7:00PM-9:00PM
📍 42 Waterloo Street
Whether you're a freelance singer, actor, or professional voice user, your voice is your livelihood. But how much do you really know about keeping it healthy for the long haul?
Get ready for an interactive evening of practical learning! Join us for the third session of ARH's Performing Arts Medicine Panel Series, where medical expertise meets hands-on experience.
What you'll learn: How to spot early warning signs of voice problems before they sideline you, practical vocal hygiene habits that actually make a difference, and how to plan for performances when you're not at 100%.
What to expect: Hands-on activities including a group warm-up and cool-down session and a take-home vocal recovery exercise, plus a look at hearing protection — an often-overlooked risk for performers working with bands and orchestras.
Our Expert Panel:
Dr Mandy Zhang (opens in new tab) (Moderator) – Sports Physician, Sport & Exercise Medicine, CGH
Clin A/Prof Peter Lu Kuo Sun (opens in new tab) – Senior Consultant, Otorhinolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Changi General Hospital, highlighting the "red flags" of voice disorders and protecting your hearing.
Ms Geraldine Quek Huan Ting (opens in new tab) – Senior Speech Therapist, Rehabilitative Services, Changi General Hospital, exploring how your voice works and how to care for it.
Ms Akiko Otao (opens in new tab) – Vocal Educator & Artistic Director, The Voice Company, sharing about warming-up, breath support, and performing well even when you're not at your best.
Join us in comfortable attire with your water bottle!
The Performing Arts Medicine Panel Series is created in collaboration with the Arts Resource Hub (ARH). ARH supports arts Self-employed Persons (SEPs) by providing opportunities to connect, collaborate and grow. Through this panel series, ARH provides performing artists with access to medical expertise, professional networks and health guidance essential for building sustainable creative careers.
This event is part of ARH Connects, our curated programme series for the ARH subscriber community. Not a subscriber yet? Sign up here! (opens in new tab)