Singapore stunt school closes as film based on it, The Sandbox, hits cinemas
The Singapore-based stunt school 'Sandbox Training Ground' has closed due to rising rental costs after five years of operation. A mockumentary film titled 'Sandbox', starring the school's founder Peps Goh, chronicles the school's struggles and closure.
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The story highlights the challenges faced by niche arts and training institutions in high-cost urban environments.
Sandbox is a comedy film based on a real stunt school starring its founder Peps Goh (second from left).
Listen Summarise The Sandbox stunt school in Singapore closed in September 2026 due to high costs, despite training over 200 actors and handling major theatre fight choreography. A film titled Sandbox, a mockumentary starring the school's founder Peps Goh, portrays the school’s struggle and closure, blending real events with comedy to convey its message. After closure, Sandbox will continue project-based work without a physical space, while Goh pursues marketing jobs and builds international partnerships in Taiwan. AI generated
SINGAPORE – When local mockumentary Sandbox had its premiere at the 36th Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) in November 2025, the audience at the screening roared with laughter.
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