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Arts, Preview, Singapore, SRT, Theatre

Preview: Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream by Singapore Theatre Company and Indian Ink

This May, take a wild ride to paradise with Singapore Theatre Company (STC) and Indian Ink’s sensational new play – Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream, about life’s impermanence—where love, ice cream, and the mysteries of death intertwine in unexpected ways. Kutisar is dead, and lost between paradise and hell. On an existential post-mortem journey to correct mistakes of his past, Kutisar joins the … Continue reading Preview: Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream by Singapore Theatre Company and Indian Ink

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Can Chinese sitizens in Singapore bet in Malaysian casinos?

For those who aren’t in the loop on the legality of gambling in China — it’s outlawed. Gambling in Mainland China has been illegal for decades at this point, and a recent announcement from the Chinese embassy in Singapore has left people puzzled. The announcement from the embassy reminded Chinese nationals to stay away from gambling activities while abroad.  Singapore is a hotspot for casinos and gambling. … Continue reading Can Chinese sitizens in Singapore bet in Malaysian casinos?

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Arts, Review, Theatre

★★★★☆ Review: How I Learned To Drive by Renee Yeong

Full speed ahead into the complex topic of pedophilia and grooming in small town America. In America, with its long highways and winding roads, driving remains a necessity if you want to get out. As a result, getting one’s driver’s license becomes a key rite of passage, marking a coming of age for many Americans, symbolising newfound freedom with the ability to go anywhere, anytime … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: How I Learned To Drive by Renee Yeong

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Art What!, Arts, Interview, Preview, Theatre, Theatreworks

An Interview with T:>Works Artistic Director Ong Keng Sen on second edition of Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA)

Last Wednesday, the second edition of T:>Works’ Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA) welcomed artist Hira Nabi to deliver an opening keynote, where the filmmaker presented a lecture performance at 72-13. Titled How to Love A Tree, the presentation showcased footage of green landscapes and misty mountains, while Hira spoke of forest time and the spectre of colonialism, drawing us into a dreamscape … Continue reading An Interview with T:>Works Artistic Director Ong Keng Sen on second edition of Per°Form Open Academy of Arts and Activations (POA)

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Why are Casinos So Commonly Used as Settings for Movies?

Have you ever noticed how many movies take place in casinos or have casino scenes in them? Whether it’s a suave James Bond sitting at a poker table in Casino Royale or a crew of clever thieves plotting a massive heist in Ocean’s Eleven, casinos just seem to pop up everywhere on the big screen. But, just why are they such a popular setting for … Continue reading Why are Casinos So Commonly Used as Settings for Movies?

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The Benefits of Dog Supplements: Enhancing Your Pet’s Health and Wellness

In the world of pet care, the health and happiness of our furry companions are paramount. Just as humans benefit from a balanced diet and nutritional supplements, our dogs can also reap significant advantages from the right dietary enhancements. Dog supplements are designed to fill any gaps in nutrition that a regular diet might leave, targeting specific health issues such as joint pain, coat quality, … Continue reading The Benefits of Dog Supplements: Enhancing Your Pet’s Health and Wellness

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Milan Design Week 2024 shows off Singapore designers in Future Impact 2

DesignSingapore Council returns to Milan Design Week 2024 with Future Impact 2, presenting newly commissioned works by Singapore’s most innovative and trailblazing designers that demonstrate how design can evolve to create a more sustainable future. As technology continues to permeate our everyday lives, Future Impact 2 looks to a new era of design, where technology empowers designers to create a better tomorrow. Curated by Tony … Continue reading Milan Design Week 2024 shows off Singapore designers in Future Impact 2

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Arts, Preview, Theatre

★★★★☆ Review: Little Shop of Horrors by Sing’theatre

Delightfully camp revival of Off Broadway classic brings both darkness and comedy to the stage. For anyone who’s ever owned or cared for a plant, you’ll know that many of them can be incredibly picky or particular about their food sources. But when it comes to carnivorous plants, it’s a whole other ball game, when you have to actively hunt down and provide live insects … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Little Shop of Horrors by Sing’theatre

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Art What!, Arts, Preview, Singapore, Visual Art

Art What!: Robert Zhao Renhui’s ‘Seeing Forest’ makes premiere at the Singapore Pavilion at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia

VENICE, ITALY – Representing Singapore with the country’s national Pavilion at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia is artist Robert Zhao Renhui, who presents his work Seeing Forest. Created in collaboration with curator Haeju Kim, Seeing Forest acts as an invitation for visitors to enter a mysterious, forested zone that exists both in the imagination and in Singapore. In this in-between … Continue reading Art What!: Robert Zhao Renhui’s ‘Seeing Forest’ makes premiere at the Singapore Pavilion at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia

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Art What!: National Gallery Singapore announces the participation of artists from its collection at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia

VENICE, ITALY – National Gallery Singapore is delighted to announce that for the first time in the country’s history, artists from the Gallery’s collection have been invited to participate in the Main Exhibition of the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia (Biennale Arte 2024), entitled Stranieri Ovunque – Foreigners Everywhere, curated by Adriano Pedrosa. The artworks will be featured in the “Nucleo … Continue reading Art What!: National Gallery Singapore announces the participation of artists from its collection at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia

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