About Us

The Backstage Affair (BA) is dedicated to making careers in backstage management more sustainable. We strongly believe in shaping the future of backstage roles by bridging the gap between education and vocation. We strive to create opportunities for aspiring talents from diverse backgrounds to build meaningful, sustainable, and long-term careers in the arts and entertainment industry, while fostering both professional and personal growth.

We believe in the power of community and collaboration. We support artists and performing arts companies by turning their ideas into reality through high-quality, professional backstage management services. We work with a strong network of practitioners from various sectors to develop a suite of well-rounded vocational programmes. We believe in sharing resources, ideas and knowledge.

We want to create a better tomorrow.

Meet The Team

Evelyn Chia

Since 2003, Evelyn has worked extensively throughout Europe and Asia in different roles, with acclaimed artists such as Robert Wilson and major touring companies. She was also instrumental in the creation and operation of the School of the Arts’ (SOTA) performance spaces.

Lam Dan Fong

Dan Fong has over 10 years of experience in production management and working with diverse companies and personalities. She specializes in Mandarin theatre productions as well as site-specific and community engagements.