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Art What!, Arts, Film, Museums, National Gallery, Preview

Art What!: David Zwirner Hong Kong presents Luc Taymans – Good Luck

Luc Taymans – Still. Photo courtesy of the artist and David Zwirner This October, David Zwirner will present an exhibition of new work by the renowned Belgian artist Luc Tuymans (b. 1958) at the gallery’s Hong Kong location—his first solo presentation in Greater China. On view will be a selection of recent paintings and a new single-channel animated video that are drawn from a range … Continue reading Art What!: David Zwirner Hong Kong presents Luc Taymans – Good Luck

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Arts, Film, Preview, Singapore

Film Fanatic: Asian Film Archive presents Reframe – An (In)Hospitable World

This October, the Asian Film Archive (AFA) is set to present its latest Reframe programme, An (In)Hospitable World, aiming to bring together diverse audiences and the film community at large to consider the “new level of inhospitality” brought about by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Taking its title from Jennifer Fay’s book, The (In)hospitable World explores the power of cinema to represent, reflect, and envision lives in “an … Continue reading Film Fanatic: Asian Film Archive presents Reframe – An (In)Hospitable World

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Arts, Review, Singapore

SIFA v2.020: Poetry Under The Southern Bough by Toy Factory Productions (Live Performance Pilot)

Presented by Arts House Limited (AHL), Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) v2.020 will be premiering newly commissioned work Poetry Under the Southern Bough by Toy Factory Productions, as part of the new wave of live performance pilots initiated by the National Arts Council.  A hybrid event comprising live performance and virtual streaming, watch as the contemporary performance weaves tapestries of dance, opera, music and theatre to celebrate the … Continue reading SIFA v2.020: Poetry Under The Southern Bough by Toy Factory Productions (Live Performance Pilot)

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London, Preview, Singapore

Television Time: BBC Shows – October 2020

October on the BBC means a new slew of shows to suit audience members of all backgrounds, and a perfect end to a long day at work. For starters, satisfy the inner sleuth in you as crime drama – Grantchester returns for a brand new season this month. With new mysteries and secrets surfacing in their little town of Cambridgeshire, Reverend Will Davenport (Tom Brittney) and … Continue reading Television Time: BBC Shows – October 2020

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

Art What!: Taipei Dangdai returns in May for 2021 edition

TAIPEI – In light of the uncertainty surrounding Covid-19 and ongoing quarantine and travel restrictions, Taipei Dangdai has announced new dates for its 2021 edition. Originally scheduled to take place from 15th to 17th January, the Fair will now be held from 21st to 23rd May 2021 (VIP Preview 20 May) at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. Taipei Dangdai will return to January dates in … Continue reading Art What!: Taipei Dangdai returns in May for 2021 edition

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Books, By The Book, literature, Singapore, Sports

By The Book: Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger launches autobiography ‘My Life in Red and White’

Arts has the power to transcend interests, and this October, sports and arts coincide with the launch of legendary football manager Arsène Wenger’s autobiography. Presented by The Arts House (TAH) and UK production company Fane, football fans can look forward to a live stream and get up close and personal with the longest-serving (and most successful) Arsenal manager. Arsène Wenger was born in Alsace in … Continue reading By The Book: Former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger launches autobiography ‘My Life in Red and White’

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Arts, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Experimental, Kids, Music, Preview, Singapore, Theatres

Preview: Octoburst! – A Children’s Festival 2020 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

October is a very special time for kids – after all, it’s when Children’s Day happens! To celebrate, regardless of the performance restrictions in place, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay is bringing back their annual Octoburst! children’s festival for a series of free-to-access digital programmes from 5th to 18th October 2020. Whether you’re in school, at home or even if you’re not in Singapore, Octoburst! … Continue reading Preview: Octoburst! – A Children’s Festival 2020 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Arts, London, Preview, Theatre

Arts of the UK 2020: Dante’s In-Furlough at The Vaults

LONDON – The Devil is getting hitched, and given what’s going at the moment, there’s no better time to accept an invitation to the underworld. It may not surprise you that London is the entrance to Hell – specifically the doorway to The Vaults, ready and open for business again, in their new, socially-distant and safe show. Inspired by Shel Silverstien’s epic poem ‘The Devil … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: Dante’s In-Furlough at The Vaults

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Arts, London, Preview, Theatre

Arts of the UK 2020: West End Musical Drive-In announce further dates and star-studded line up for October

LONDON – Sing away the Autumn blues this October with an incredible host of West End talent at West End Musical Drive In! Following the recently announced Godspell 50th anniversary concert screening spectacular (4th October), West End Musical Drive In are thrilled to release further casting for the month ahead, continuing to bring the UK’s biggest musical celebration to sold out audiences. Musical theatre legends … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2020: West End Musical Drive-In announce further dates and star-studded line up for October

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Art What!, Arts, Film, Museums, National Gallery, Preview

Art What!: Christie’s Modern & Contemporary Art Department presents The Season of Masterpieces

Sanyu’s Chrysanthèmes roses dans une corbeille (Pink Chrysanthemum in a Basket,) oil on canvas (1931) HONG KONG – From 2nd to 3rd December, Christie’s will present a curated selection of masterworks by artists from around the globe, spanning across eras, genres, mediums and cultures. These include previously announced highlights by artists including Zao Wou-Ki, Zhang Xiaogang, Andy Warhol, and Yayoi Kusama, as well as important … Continue reading Art What!: Christie’s Modern & Contemporary Art Department presents The Season of Masterpieces

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