Month: May 2018

Arts, Centre 42, Interview, Preview, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre., Theatre, Theatres

An Interview with the Cast and Creatives of My Grandfather’s Road

“Eh, you think this one your grandfather’s road ah?” Is a common retort to careless drivers or pedestrians acting as if they own the roads. But in the case of Neo Kim Seng, it can be taken quite literally if you ever find him walking down Neo Pee Teck Lane, named after his grandfather. First presented in 2015 as an English-language monologue, a photo exhibition … Continue reading An Interview with the Cast and Creatives of My Grandfather’s Road

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Preview, Singapore, Sports

The Heat Is On with More Intense Activities At The DBS Marina Regatta

Although the morning saw some torrential thunderstorms, we breathe a sigh of relief as the sun begins to set over Marina Bay, and are rewarded for braving the rain with a picturesque view of cottony clouds and azure wisps of sky hanging overhead. This is of course, the calm before the storm, as water sports enthusiasts gear up and make final preparations before the DBS … Continue reading The Heat Is On with More Intense Activities At The DBS Marina Regatta

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Dance with Me, Interview, Nine Years Theatre, Preview, Singapore, Theatre, Theatre Companies

Macao Arts Festival 2018: An Interview with Choreographer Cheng Tsung-lung (Cloud Gate 2)

Closing off the 29th edition of the annual Macao Arts Festival is Taiwanese dance company Cloud Gate 2 with their performance 13 Tongues. First commissioned for the Taiwan International Festival of Arts in 2016, the work is inspired by the 1960s performer “Thirteen Tongues”, a street artist from Taipei’s oldest district. As an artist known for portraying multiple roles as he performed characters of all ages and genders, 13 … Continue reading Macao Arts Festival 2018: An Interview with Choreographer Cheng Tsung-lung (Cloud Gate 2)

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Arts, Asian Civilisations Museum, Museums, Peranakan Museum, Preview, Singapore

Programmes For All At The Asian Civilisations Museum and Peranakan Museum This June

As the June Holidays approach, both the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) and Peranakan Museum are kicking into full programmes mode, celebrating their ongoing exhibitions Angkor and Amek Gambar  respectively. Here’s a quick look at the family-friendly activities taking place at both museums happening next month, perfect for spending an educational, culturally enriching weekend on: Peranakan Museum Straits Family Sunday – Mari Amek Gambar  (3rd June) Mari Amek Gambar translates to “come … Continue reading Programmes For All At The Asian Civilisations Museum and Peranakan Museum This June

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Arts, Film, Preview, Singapore

7th French Animation Film Festival: An Interview with the Directors of Zombillénium, and Alliance Francaise

The Alliance Francaise’s 7th French Animation Film Festival (FAFF) takes place this weekend! Offering a lineup of seven screenings over the three days, including three Singaporean premieres and a variety of short films screened before each feature, the FAFF will catch your eye and find its way into your heart with the magic and beauty of French animation, appealing to both children and adults. We … Continue reading 7th French Animation Film Festival: An Interview with the Directors of Zombillénium, and Alliance Francaise

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Kids, Singapore

Animate Your Life with Cartoon Network This June Holiday

Hearing the name Cartoon Network brings to mind Saturday mornings as a child, seated in front of the television, munching away on breakfast cereal with eyes glued to a marathon of cartoons, one after another. Dexter’s Lab, Johnny Bravo, The Powerpuff Girls. These are shows we’ll always look back on with fondness and nostalgia. But that’s not to say the animated life is over; if anything, even if … Continue reading Animate Your Life with Cartoon Network This June Holiday

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Arts, Preview, Singapore

Re: Imagined – Goodman Open House 2018 Has Artmaking Go Green

Go on an art adventure this weekend with all the family with Goodman Arts Centre’s annual open house! Themed Re: Imagined this year, the family-friendly festival will feature over 20 different workshops and performances for all ages, this time with a focus on embracing environmentally sustainable ways to create and present art. Over at Block O, be enchanted by larger than life cardboard sculptures created by cardboard artist … Continue reading Re: Imagined – Goodman Open House 2018 Has Artmaking Go Green

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Finger Players, Preview, Singapore, Singapore Arts, Theatre., Theatre, Theatre Companies, Theatres, Victoria Theatre

The Finger Players 2018: An Interview with Citizen Dog Director Oliver Chong and Puppeteer Ann Lek

This June, The Finger Players return with a brand new season of theatrical productions to be staged at the Victoria Theatre. Each playing for a single weekend over two weeks, witness the return of their new shows with Citizen Dog and Framed, by Adolf, helmed by Finger Players resident director Oliver Chong and company director Chong Tze Chien respectively. In the first of a two part series, we … Continue reading The Finger Players 2018: An Interview with Citizen Dog Director Oliver Chong and Puppeteer Ann Lek

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Art What!, Arts, Singapore

Eraphya: An Interview with Artist Vincent Twardzik Ching

“I’m now the same age as my father was when he was an iconic figure to me as a young man. When I was younger, I learnt carpentry from my dad and we’d just go out, buy wood and build all these things for kids in my neighbourhood. I think back a lot to my childhood and how it’s shaped my identity today,” says Canadian artist … Continue reading Eraphya: An Interview with Artist Vincent Twardzik Ching

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Arts, Concert, Esplanade Concert Hall, Music, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Masterpieces by Gu Guan Ren 《蓝色畅想》by Ding Yi Music Company

  Ding Yi Music Company presents their latest show this June as they join forces with renowned composer Gu Guan Ren (顾冠仁) and present some of his best known works at the at the SCO Concert Hall for one night only! Titled Masterpieces by Gu Guan Ren, the concert has been organised as part of Ding Yi’s new “Composer Series” initiative, and will comprise of two segments – the … Continue reading Preview: Masterpieces by Gu Guan Ren 《蓝色畅想》by Ding Yi Music Company

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