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Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: Amanda Ong releases new single ‘Square’

  One song away from her next EP, Square is singer-songwriter Amanda Ong’s latest release. The song is now available on all major streaming platforms. A slight departure from Amanda’s previous releases, Square’s lyrics make little narrative sense – even the singer herself can’t seem to recall what it’s truly about. One thing she’s sure about is that the chorus hints at imperfection, normalising it … Continue reading Music Is: Amanda Ong releases new single ‘Square’

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Arts, Hong Kong, Preview, Theatre, travel

Hong Kong 2021: HKTB Presents “West Kowloon” for Promoting Art and Culture Tourism of the Neighbourhood

HONG KONG – Following the success of previous “Hong Kong Neighbourhoods” campaigns, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has launched a West Kowloon neighbourhood promotion. The “West Kowloon” neighbourhood programme highlights the district’s rich heritage and vibrant street life in Yau Ma Tei and Jordan along with its two new world-class museums – M+ (opening at the end of year) and the Hong Kong Palace … Continue reading Hong Kong 2021: HKTB Presents “West Kowloon” for Promoting Art and Culture Tourism of the Neighbourhood

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Arts, Books, Hong Kong, literature

Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong International Literary Festival 2021 – The Rebound Edition

HONG KONG – The Hong Kong International Literary Festival (HKILF) announces highlight programmes for their 21st Festival, entitled the Rebound Edition. Hong Kong’s premier literary event will return from 5th to 15th November, with the main festival weekend taking place over four days from 11th to 14th November at venues including Asia Society, The Fringe Club, and Tai Kwun. This year’s edition will focus on … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong International Literary Festival 2021 – The Rebound Edition

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Art What!, Arts, Hong Kong, Museums, National Gallery, Preview

Art What!: Tai Kwun reveals autumn season 2021

HONG KONG – Tai Kwun has unveiled its upcoming autumn programme. As the historical compound bids adieu to the summer season, the autumn’s cooler breeze offers a fresh gust of creativity to the site’s programming, with outdoor spaces bustling back to life after the languid summer months. Ushering in a series of new exhibitions and extending visitor favourites, Tai Kwun Contemporary continues its highly acclaimed … Continue reading Art What!: Tai Kwun reveals autumn season 2021

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Arts, Review, Singapore, Theatre

★★☆☆☆ Review: The Time Machine by Toy Factory

A fledgling idea that needed more time in the incubator. From HG Wells’ The Time Machine to Doctor Who’s TARDIS, the idea of time travel has fascinated us for centuries. But the key idea that strings them all together, that motivates so many time travelers, is a single theme – regret, and the drive to change the past for the better. Kicking off Toy Factory’s … Continue reading ★★☆☆☆ Review: The Time Machine by Toy Factory

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Arts, online, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Murder at Old Changi Hospital by Sight Lines Entertainment

Following the success of 2020’s interactive horror-mystery theatrical gameplay Murder at Mandai Camp, Sight Lines Entertainment returns with a brand new digital murder mystery just in time for Halloween. From Mandai Camp, the team goes East as they tackle one of the most haunted places in Singapore urban legend – Old Changi Hospital. Written by award-winning playwright Chong Tze Chien, Murder at Changi Hospital is … Continue reading Preview: Murder at Old Changi Hospital by Sight Lines Entertainment

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Singapore

Preview: The Swimming Pool Library by T:>works

Man Booker Prize-winning author Alan Hollinghurst is a controversial writer, thanks to his explicit sex scenes and unabashed depictions of queer life in London, all of which have earned him little discussion in mainstream Singapore. But beyond all that lies a far deeper observation of gender, something that will be thoroughly explored as multimedia artist Brian Gothong Tan embarks on his artistic atelier project with … Continue reading Preview: The Swimming Pool Library by T:>works

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Arts, Singapore

Preview: Goodman Grows 2021 promotes an eco-friendly community

Goodman Arts Centre will be collaborating with Cultivate Central to present Goodman Grows – a socially-driven community farm and art project  connecting artists, food growers, nature and community. Cultivate Central is a Permaculture Design outfit which promotes the concept of working with nature, communities whilst growing regenerative food gardens. Goodman Grows will take place from September – November 2021. AHL’s Goodman Grows is a new signature project aimed at encouraging Goodman Arts Centre’s arts … Continue reading Preview: Goodman Grows 2021 promotes an eco-friendly community

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Arts, Preview, Theatre

Preview: Unmasked by Sharul Channa

While better known for her stand up comedy, Sharul Channa’s roots actually lie in theatre, something she’s delved into with more dramatic roles, and even as a director, with shows like Papa back in 2019. Now, she’s jumping back into the theatrical fray, as she tackles the COVID-19 crisis head on with her new work Unmasked. Both written and directed by Sharul, Unmasked follows Nakul … Continue reading Preview: Unmasked by Sharul Channa

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Art What!, Arts, Preview

Art What!: Bangkok Art Biennale announces Curatorial Team and International Advisory Committee for the third edition – ‘CHAOS : CALM’

BANGKOK – The Bangkok Art Biennale Foundation has announced the Curatorial Team and International Advisory Committee for the third edition of the Bangkok Art Biennale (BAB) which will take place from 22 October 2022 to 23 February 2023 at various locations across the city as well as virtual venues. Under the theme CHAOS : CALM, the Bangkok Art Biennale 2022 aims to reflect the unpredictable … Continue reading Art What!: Bangkok Art Biennale announces Curatorial Team and International Advisory Committee for the third edition – ‘CHAOS : CALM’

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