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Arts, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?: An Interview with star Pinky Amador and director Timothy Koh on staging Edward Albee’s magnum opus

‘Toxic’ may be one of the many buzzwords of this generation, but it’s certainly not a new concept, one that can apply to relationships and people dating back decades and beyond. One of the most significant examples of that in theatre is none other than Edward Albee’s 1962 play Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, which examines the interactions and exchanges between two couples over a … Continue reading Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?: An Interview with star Pinky Amador and director Timothy Koh on staging Edward Albee’s magnum opus

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Arts, Preview, Theatre

Preview: Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay’s The Studios 2024 – Fault Lines

The world today is a fractured, volatile place, with rising tension, isolationism and unrest all about, whether it’s in terms of wars, the climate crisis, or simply the growing stresses of everyday living. One could even say it’s the emergence of new fault lines that seem to be increasingly determining the way we live and interact with each other – why then do we continue … Continue reading Preview: Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay’s The Studios 2024 – Fault Lines

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Arts, musical, Sands Theatre, Singapore

Last chance to catch five-star touring production of ‘Hamilton’ in its final weekend in Singapore

Broadway runaway hit Hamilton was met with massive anticipation when it was announced to come to Singapore last year, and the hype was well-deserved, receiving rave reviews and acclaim from audiences, owing to its catchy songs, spectacular performances, and being an all-around spectacle of a production. Hamilton briefly follows the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton, based on the biography by Ron Chernow. If … Continue reading Last chance to catch five-star touring production of ‘Hamilton’ in its final weekend in Singapore

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Arts, Comedy, Preview, Theatre

Preview: Happy Ever Laughter 2024 by Dream Academy

Hold onto your seats and get ready for a wild, wacky ride with the return of Dream Academy’s perennial favourite Happy Ever Laughter – Standup Comedy Madness. Returning to Singapore this June, the 2024 edition of the hit stand-up revue gathers twelve of the best comedians from Singapore and Malaysia for a night of unending laughs. Be blown away by the comedic genius of Fakkah … Continue reading Preview: Happy Ever Laughter 2024 by Dream Academy

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Arts, festival, Review, Singapore

★★★☆☆ Review: Wilful Machine by Genevieve Chua

Pondering a future of machine self-awareness, as it reflects on humanity. If machines could talk, what might they say of humans – their makers? Genevieve Chua’s new work Wilful Machine imagines and brings that to life, using a combination of architecture, multimedia and dance, as it premiered at the Singapore International Festival of Arts 2024. Situated at Artspace @ Helutrans at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, audiences … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: Wilful Machine by Genevieve Chua

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Arts, festival, Review, Singapore

★★★★☆ Review: Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About A Terrible Monster by Manual Cinema

Demystifying the sorcery of cinema while capturing the magic of puppetry and animation. In a world where kids are almost constantly glued to the screen – how does one keep them entertained in the theatre? By bringing the screen to the stage of course. That is the modus operandi of American company Manual Cinema, who creates films live onstage for their audiences, and in an … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About A Terrible Monster by Manual Cinema

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Arts, festival, Review, Singapore

★★★★☆ Review: SUARA / Oro Rua by Safuan Johari and Eddie Elliott

Unearthing the voices of a distant past. Safuan Johari is a musician and composer from Singapore. Eddie Elliott is a dancer and choreographer from New Zealand. While the two artists’ practices seem rather distant, there is a link that makes them surprisingly good collaborators with each other – their shared respect for their own cultural inheritance, and a keen interest in the land we walk … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: SUARA / Oro Rua by Safuan Johari and Eddie Elliott

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★★★★☆ Review: The Romeo by Trajal Harrell

Drawing from historical form to imagine a new canon of dance, including everybody and any body. Conceptualised by Trajal Harrell, it’s hard to pin down exactly what The Romeo is. While ostensibly categorised as a dance, The Romeo is also a work that is completely fictional, and expanding beyond mere choreography to imagine a history and legacy. In the space of the theatre where The … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: The Romeo by Trajal Harrell

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lifestyle, travelXculture

Mastering Forex Trading with MT4: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction: Unveiling the Power of MT4 in Forex Trading In the realm of Forex trading, success often hinges on the tools at your disposal. Among the arsenal of resources available to traders, MetaTrader 4 (MT4) stands out as a game-changer. Renowned for its user-friendly interface, advanced charting capabilities, and extensive range of analytical tools, MT4 has become the go-to platform for both novice and seasoned … Continue reading Mastering Forex Trading with MT4: A Comprehensive Guide

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Art What!, Arts, Preview

Preview: i Light Singapore 2024

i Light Singapore (iLSG) will return this Friday for its milestone 10 th edition, setting Marina Bay, South Beach, Millenia Walk and Tanjong Pagar aglow with 17 mesmerising light art installations. Organised by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and supported by event partners, sponsors and precinct stakeholders including Marina Bay Sands, UOB, Alibaba Cloud and the Discover Tanjong Pagar pilot Business Improvement District 1 , … Continue reading Preview: i Light Singapore 2024

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