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Art What!: Art Basel unveils further show highlights for its 2022 edition in Basel

The 2022 edition of Art Basel will feature 289 leading galleries from across the globe presenting the highest quality of works across all media, from rare and historical masterpieces to new works by today’s emerging artistic voices. In addition to showcasing exceptional art within its Galleries, Feature, Statements, and Edition sectors, the fair will present 70 large-scale artworks in Unlimited; 20 site-specific projects in Parcours; … Continue reading Art What!: Art Basel unveils further show highlights for its 2022 edition in Basel

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Arts, Preview, Singapore

Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s Cultural Extravaganza Returns for Fifth Year

Back for its fifth year, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) announced the grand return of its marquee event Cultural Extravaganza, which will take place from 13 May to 19 June 2022. Notable local art groups like Bhaskar’s Arts Academy, Nine Years Theatre, T.H.E Dance Company, TENG Ensemble, Jazz Association (Singapore), Ding Yi Music Company, and PLAYInc will be joining this year’s festival lineup. A central … Continue reading Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s Cultural Extravaganza Returns for Fifth Year

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Film, News, Singapore

Film Fanatic: European Film Festival 2022

The much-anticipated European Film Festival (EUFF) is back this May, as it brings the best of European cinema to Singapore. The festival takes place at The Projector from 12th to 26th May 2022, and features 24 films from 23 countries. The films showcased belong to a specific country while representing Europe’s rich cultural heritage. Presented by the European Union (EU) Delegation to Singapore, EUFF shines … Continue reading Film Fanatic: European Film Festival 2022

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Film, News, Preview, Singapore

Film Fanatic: New documentary film ‘The Capitol of Singapore’ premieres during Singapore HeritageFest 2022

Capitol Theatre will play host to the Singapore premiere of “The Capitol of Singapore” (also known as “Le Capitol de Singapour”) documentary on 6 May 2022, in conjunction with Singapore HeritageFest 2022. Presented by Capitol Singapore, which is home to Capitol Theatre at the heart of Singapore’s Civic and Cultural District, the premiere marks the documentary’s first showing outside of France. Directed by French filmmaker … Continue reading Film Fanatic: New documentary film ‘The Capitol of Singapore’ premieres during Singapore HeritageFest 2022

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Arts, lifestyle, travelXculture

These Theater-Based Team Building Activities Are Surprisingly Fun

Besides taking your team out on an exciting adventure or going bar-hopping on a company-sponsored night out, there are other fun team-building activities that you can try to strengthen your team’s bonds. One such activity is theatrical improv, which uses games and exercises based around the theater to improve your team’s communication skills and encourage cooperation. Whether you’re a team of coworkers or friends, these … Continue reading These Theater-Based Team Building Activities Are Surprisingly Fun

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architecture, design, Singapore

Design Wise: Park Yourself’ bags top prize for rejuvenating Paya Lebar Central

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Finance and Second Minister for National Development Indranee Rajah has announced the winning design ‘Park Yourself’ at the URA-REDAS SPARK Challenge1 award ceremony held at Marina Square today. A cash prize of $10,000 has also been awarded to the team behind ‘Park Yourself’. “The place to be happy is here” – reads a handwritten message on … Continue reading Design Wise: Park Yourself’ bags top prize for rejuvenating Paya Lebar Central

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Books, By The Book, Interview, literature, Singapore

By The Book: Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Awards 2022 announces 8 finalists

Eight children’s books have been shortlisted for the Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Award (HABA), the prestigious biennial award recognising the best  Singapore children’s literature in English. For the first time since its inception in 2011, HABA will feature two prize categories: Picture Books and Middle Grade Books. The winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony, which will be held in-person during the Asian Festival … Continue reading By The Book: Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Awards 2022 announces 8 finalists

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London, Preview, Singapore

Television Time: What’s On BBC (May 2022)

Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 96th birthday on 8 May and BBC Earth marks the natural history veteran’s extraordinary journeys in nature and across the globe with two of his latest Natural History titles! Explore the lost world of the very last days of the dinosaurs in Dinosaurs: The Final Day with David Attenborough, brought to life in unprecedented detail. This landmark documentary combines palaeontologist Robert DePalma’s … Continue reading Television Time: What’s On BBC (May 2022)

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Art What!: Eighth Edition of Art Encounters at Orchard Road, features 3D-printed sculpture by Bao Songyu

The much-anticipated Art Encounters by Art Outreach, a travelling exhibition series housed in repurposed shipping containers, will return to Orchard Road from 29th April to 12th June 2022. In its eighth edition, Art Encounters will feature an interactive 3D-printed and robotics installation by local maker-designer Bao Songyu that anticipates an exciting future where genetic diversity abounds. Bao is known for his work in 3D printing … Continue reading Art What!: Eighth Edition of Art Encounters at Orchard Road, features 3D-printed sculpture by Bao Songyu

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Arts, Review, Singapore, Theatre

★★★★☆: Molière’s Tartuffe – The Imposter by Wild Rice

New adaptation of Molière’s classic is a politically-charged, cautionary tale. Considering how much they preach about being holier than thou, the good name of Christianity has been increasingly run into the ground thanks to more than a few bad apples. Not only do we have the recent example of evangelists forcing passengers trapped 30,000 feet in the air to listen to songs of worship; we … Continue reading ★★★★☆: Molière’s Tartuffe – The Imposter by Wild Rice

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