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Arts, London, Preview, Theatre, travel

In London’s (Off) West End 2020: Christopher Reid’s Love, Loss & Chianti (Preview)

LONDON – Robert Bathurst returns to the stage with Love, Loss & Chianti, an exciting double-bill from award-winning British poet Christopher Reid. This is part of the highly anticipated relaunch of Riverside Studios in Hammersmith. A staged adaptation of two books by Reid, Love, Loss & Chianti sees Bathurst star alongside Rebecca Johnson, reprising their roles in the critically acclaimed verse comedy The Song of Lunch, … Continue reading In London’s (Off) West End 2020: Christopher Reid’s Love, Loss & Chianti (Preview)

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Arts, Comedy, Music, Preview, Singapore

Laughter Is: Kunal Kamra – Fresher Thoughts (Preview)

Bombay-based stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra arrives at the Nexus Auditorium this February to deliver his signature brand of comic punches, insights, and truth bombs, with a re-run of his previous show Fresher Thoughts!  Known for being the host of the popular political-comedy podcast ‘Shut Up Ya Kunal’, after 8 years in advertising, Kamra started doing stand-up in 2013. He rose through the ranks at blistering pace and is … Continue reading Laughter Is: Kunal Kamra – Fresher Thoughts (Preview)

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Arts, Concert, Music, Preview, Singapore

Preview: The Maltese Tenor – Joseph Calleja presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

Superstar tenor Joseph Calleja joins the Singapore Symphony Orchestra for a one-off concert, on 10th January 2020. Conducted by David Giménez Carreras, the concert will include arias from much-loved operas by Mozart, Puccini, Verdi and many more. Among the programme’s highlights are “E lucevan le stelle” from Puccini’s Tosca and “Una furtiva lagrima” from Donizetti’s L’elisir d’amore. Blessed with a golden-age voice that routinely inspires … Continue reading Preview: The Maltese Tenor – Joseph Calleja presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Singapore

Great Singaporean Podcasts You Should Check Out Immediately Long before iPhones existed, iPods were all the rage. Apple released the first version of the product in 2001 which paved the way for podcasting to take off. The word itself is a mix of “iPod” and “broadcast.” The concept of podcasting dated back about two decades before the iPod was released and was first dubbed audioblogging. … Continue reading

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Film, Singapore

SGIFF 2019: An Interview with Anthony Chen, Director of Opening Film Wet Season

Anthony Chen is arguably Singapore’s most prolific filmmaker. The 35-year old rose to international acclaim with his debut feature film Ilo Ilo in 2013, receiving a fifteen-minute long standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival and winning the prestigious Camera d’Or. Ilo Ilo later went on to sweep the 50th Golden Horse Awards, winning Best Film, Best New Director and Best Supporting Actress (Yeo Yann Yann). So it should come as … Continue reading SGIFF 2019: An Interview with Anthony Chen, Director of Opening Film Wet Season

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Arts, Comedy, Music, Preview, Singapore

Laughter Is: An Interview with Kenny Sebastian – The Most Interesting Person In The Room

Kenny Sebastian has had one heck of a fascinating childhood. Born to a father in the Navy, Kenny grew up travelling across various cities in India, never staying in one place for too long. Some might see that as a problem, not being able to put down roots in any particular place, but for the Indian comedian, it’s an experience that’s only led to his … Continue reading Laughter Is: An Interview with Kenny Sebastian – The Most Interesting Person In The Room

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Arts, Dance with Me, Preview, Singapore

Review: MILIEU 2019 by Frontier Danceland

★★★☆☆ (Performance attended 15/11/19) Double bill exploring contrasting ideas of individualism and the community. No man is an island, and no matter who we are or where we’re born, there is a truth universally acknowledged that in our lives, we must inevitably deal with a community and our relationship with them at some point. That is an issue that lies at the heart of Frontier … Continue reading Review: MILIEU 2019 by Frontier Danceland

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Singapore

The History Of Bingo

The History Of Bingo From carnivals and dedicated Bingo halls to online Bingo and modern-day variations, the popular pastime has a rich and varied history. Games of chance have always been much-loved and Bingo is no exception, continuing to thrive today. Let’s take a look at its origins and evolution over the years. From Italy to the rest of Europe The consensus is that the Italians introduced … Continue reading The History Of Bingo

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Arts, Inside London, London, musical, Theatre, travel, travelXculture

In London’s West End 2021: Moulin Rouge at the Piccadilly Theatre

LONDON – After all these years, still can’t get Lady Marmalade out of your head? Moulin Rouge! is about to come back in vogue to London come 2021, as producers Global Creatures announce the UK premiere of Moulin Rouge! The Musical at the Piccadilly Theatre in London in March 2021. “After ten years in development, and following the fantastic response to Moulin Rouge! The Musical in New York, we are thrilled … Continue reading In London’s West End 2021: Moulin Rouge at the Piccadilly Theatre

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Food

Food For Thought: Violet Oon Singapore Launches Nyonya Sunday Lunch Collection, and New Range of Sauces and Sambals

Can you say you’ve had a true blue Singaporean meal without a dash of chilli? We didn’t think so. For local establishment Violet Oon Singapore, chilli and condiments take centrestage as the company expands its range of merchandise with a brand new line of sauces and sambals to spice up any meal! Made in small batches using homemade techniques and the freshest of ingredients, the … Continue reading Food For Thought: Violet Oon Singapore Launches Nyonya Sunday Lunch Collection, and New Range of Sauces and Sambals

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