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Art What!, Arts, Interview

Art What!: An Interview with Ali Shabaz, Chief Creative Officer of M&C Saatchi Group, on new art prize ‘Art For Change’

In partnership with Saatchi Gallery in London, M&C Saatchi Group have launched a global Art Prize to identify the next generation of emerging artists, in line with the partnership’s aim to deepen access to contemporary art, broaden learning opportunities for young people in the UK and worldwide and identify the next generation of artists influencing real societal change. Together they believe in the power of … Continue reading Art What!: An Interview with Ali Shabaz, Chief Creative Officer of M&C Saatchi Group, on new art prize ‘Art For Change’

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Arts, Preview, Singapore

Local heritage in a new light: An Interview with Singapore Night Festival 2022 Festival Director David Chew

After the quietude brought by the pandemic for the last two years, the annual Singapore Night Festival 2022 (SNF 2022) is back in full for its 13th edition, highlighting the Bras Basah.Bugis (BBB) precinct with a curated selection of six projection mapping installations, 15 Night Lights installations, five performance locations with over 30 performances, five experiential programmes and a Festival Village.  Amidst the celebrations, it … Continue reading Local heritage in a new light: An Interview with Singapore Night Festival 2022 Festival Director David Chew

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Arts, Review, Theatre

★★★☆☆ Review: The Nest by Rainshadow Studios

It’s morality versus materialism in this debut production by Singapore’s first eco-theatre company. Raising a child is hard – not only does it incur tremendous financial strain, but children are also incredibly vulnerable and susceptible to the elements, where one wrong move could result in infant death. With so much stress incurred, it’s no wonder that a child’s birth also has immense effects on a … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: The Nest by Rainshadow Studios

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Preview: Surviving Hope – A Theatre Play about Hope and Mental Wellness

A local theatre collective group comprising of actors and performers has started a project ‘Surviving Hope’, an original theatre play inspired by real stories exploring notions of hope and mental wellness.  Surviving Hope sheds light on life’s hidden experiences, and aims to inspire the audience to accept themselves for who they are, no matter how the world changes. The production will be held from 2 … Continue reading Preview: Surviving Hope – A Theatre Play about Hope and Mental Wellness

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Arts, News

Marina Bay Sands and TAO Group Hospitality rev up for the return of the Formula One season

Marina Bay Sands and TAO Group Hospitality will rev up for the Formula One Singapore Grand Prix with an array of race-themed parties and specials from 30 September to 2 October. With Formula One making its comeback after a two-year hiatus, the tracks at MARQUEE Singapore, LAVO Italian Restaurant & Rooftop Bar, and AVENUE Singapore are set for an action-packed weekend. MARQUEE Singapore is set … Continue reading Marina Bay Sands and TAO Group Hospitality rev up for the return of the Formula One season

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Esplanade’s The Studios 2022: An Interview with Teater Ekamatra’s Mohd Fared Jainal and Zulfadli Rashid on ‘Berak’

When Chong Tze Chien’s Poop was first staged back in 2010, the new play was a tour de force that firmly cemented The Finger Players (TFP) as a company to watch, with a heartbreaking story about love and loss, told through evocative music, effective lighting, and of course, whimsical puppetry. 12 years on and several restagings later, the contemporary classic is getting a brand new … Continue reading Esplanade’s The Studios 2022: An Interview with Teater Ekamatra’s Mohd Fared Jainal and Zulfadli Rashid on ‘Berak’

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Art What!, lifestyle, travelXculture

6 Addition To Your Gaming Set You’ll Definitely Enjoy

In this era, gaming is not just child’s play but also for adults. It has become one of the most popular hobbies and even a career for some. With the advancement of technology, there are now different gaming platforms that you can choose from. Whether you are a PC gamer or a console gamer, there is a gaming set that will suit your needs. If … Continue reading 6 Addition To Your Gaming Set You’ll Definitely Enjoy

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Arts, Review, Singapore, Theatre

Review: Fat Kids Are Harder to Kidnap 2022 by How Drama

More mayhem and madness as How Drama returns with a new edition of their signature show. In a year that’s been characterised with the chaos of a ‘post-COVID world’, with borders opening up and a new normal that feels like we’re going back to the old normal, there’s only one thing to do – make sense of it by making light of it all. And … Continue reading Review: Fat Kids Are Harder to Kidnap 2022 by How Drama

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Film, News, Singapore

Film Fanatic: Live action films sweeps majority of awards at 8th National Youth Film Awards

The 8th National Youth Film Awards (NYFA) has announced its winners in a physical awards ceremony held at *SCAPE The Ground Theatre. This year, live action films emerged as top favourites, winning big across both the Student and Open Youth categories. Notable films include “Dirty Laundry” by Kyaw Shoon Le Yee, “A Man Trembles” by Judith Tong, and “Sweat” by Elizabeth Xu. Young actors below 13 … Continue reading Film Fanatic: Live action films sweeps majority of awards at 8th National Youth Film Awards

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Growing Plants is an Art: Here’s How to Pick the Right Plant for Yourself

When it comes to gardening, there’s more to it than just planting a few seeds and watching them grow. It’s an art form that requires you to learn about the different types of plants, and figure out which ones will thrive in your garden. In this article, we’ll discuss how to pick the right plant for yourself so that your gardening activities will be successful. … Continue reading Growing Plants is an Art: Here’s How to Pick the Right Plant for Yourself

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