Category: Arts

Arts, Film, News, Singapore

Film Fanatic: 33rd Singapore International Film Festival opens calls for entry

The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) is set for its 33rd edition from 24th November to 4th December 2022, with a call for entries for Feature Films from Asia and Short Films from Southeast Asia, as well as a call for applications for its Asian Producers Network, Southeast Asian Film Lab and Youth Critics Programme till 8 August 2022. This year, the Southeast Asian Producers … Continue reading Film Fanatic: 33rd Singapore International Film Festival opens calls for entry

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Arts, Concert, Music, Opera, Preview, Singapore

Music Is: Inaugural YOC International Youth Opera Festival 2022 launched by New Opera Singapore’s youth wing – ‘Youth Opera Comique’

Celebrating the inaugural International Youth Opera Festival is a 3-day event from 2-4 June 2022! Opening with a concert by New Opera Singapore’s ‘Youth Opera Comique (YOC)’, these singers aged 14 and above will introduce audiences to the wonderful world of Opera and art songs. Alongside a Masterclass and vocal-related workshops held throughout the Festival, the culmination of the Festival features contestants and judges from … Continue reading Music Is: Inaugural YOC International Youth Opera Festival 2022 launched by New Opera Singapore’s youth wing – ‘Youth Opera Comique’

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Art What!, Arts, Singapore

Art What!: Alfonse Chiu’s This Is What We Believe at 136 GOETHE LAB

Goethe-Institut Singapore presents This Is What We Believe, a solo exhibition by Alfonse Chiu, as part of the second phase of projects presented at 136 GOETHE LAB. This Is What We Believe explores how faith and collective beliefs in relation to politico-economic apparatuses conjure imaginary, yet inherent, benchmarks for value—of space and time, people and things. These economic imaginaries are shaped in turn by tactics … Continue reading Art What!: Alfonse Chiu’s This Is What We Believe at 136 GOETHE LAB

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Arts, Dance with Me, Interview, Preview, Singapore

Last Dance: An Interview with Meenakshy Bhaskar on Bharatanatyam doyenne Santha Bhaskar, and the legacy she left

Saying goodbye is never easy. But how does one even begin to comprehend the loss of a parent? For Meenakshy Bhaskar, she appears to be a pillar of strength when we arrive at Bhaskar’s Arts Academy at Bras Basah Complex, where she currently serves as Artistic Director. She is all smiles, cordial, and professional as we greet each other, shake hands, and sit down for … Continue reading Last Dance: An Interview with Meenakshy Bhaskar on Bharatanatyam doyenne Santha Bhaskar, and the legacy she left

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Arts, Review, SRT, Theatre

★★★★☆ Review: C-O-N-T-A-C-T by Singapore Repertory Theatre

Getting back in touch with yourself, and those around you. Solitude has become one of the biggest buzzwords to arise out of the pandemic. From self-imposed isolations, to lockdowns that limit socialising to online channels, loneliness has given us more time than ever to spend time with our selves. But perhaps one thing that few of us have really paid attention to is the quality … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: C-O-N-T-A-C-T by Singapore Repertory Theatre

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Arts, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: Sylvia by Pachyderm Theatre

How do you choose between the love of your life, and man’s best friend?  Over the last two years, being at home with our pets has meant more to many of us (and to them) than at any other time in recent memory. That’s something that’s been made clear to Pachyderm Theatre, as they stage feel-good play SYLVIA this May, centering on an unlikely love-triangle that … Continue reading Preview: Sylvia by Pachyderm Theatre

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Arts, Interview, Music, Preview, Singapore

Music Is: An Interview with rising star Lyn Lapid on authenticity, youth, and the music industry

As the world sees a rise of social media stars and an entertainment industry burgeoning with increasingly youthful talent, it’s no surprise that agents, managers and producers are tempted by the call of greed. More often than not, these predatory adults swoop in to make a quick buck off these hopeful, inexperienced youth in need of mentorship and a guide to show them the ropes, … Continue reading Music Is: An Interview with rising star Lyn Lapid on authenticity, youth, and the music industry

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Arts, Comedy, Preview

Preview: VTL Comedy – Live In Singapore

VTL Comedy aims to bring together Singaporean and International artists in an attempt to fire up the vibrant stand-up comedy scene once again! The first installment is the Singapore-Malaysia collaboration with well-known Singaporean artists like Sharul Channa and Jinx Yeo, and Malaysia’s funniest and quirkiest comedians – Jen Han, Keren, Prakash and Shamaine. Don’t miss this hilarious line-up and get ready to laugh your hearts out with the region’s neighbour-comedians as … Continue reading Preview: VTL Comedy – Live In Singapore

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Arts, Preview, Singapore

Dr Tay Teow Kiat and Young People’s Performing Arts Ensemble Conferred Singapore Chinese Cultural Contribution Award 2022

Pioneer prominent figure of Singapore’s Chinese orchestral music, Dr Tay Teow Kiat, and established Mandarin children’s theatre performing arts group, Young People’s Performing Arts Ensemble, are the recipients of this year’s Singapore Chinese Cultural Contribution Award (SCCCA). Minister of Culture, Community and Youth, Mr Edwin Tong presented the prestigious award at the opening ceremony of Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC)’s annual fiesta, Cultural Extravaganza, on … Continue reading Dr Tay Teow Kiat and Young People’s Performing Arts Ensemble Conferred Singapore Chinese Cultural Contribution Award 2022

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Art What!, Arts, Preview

Art What!: i Light Singapore returns June ’22 to illuminate Marina Bay

After a two-year hiatus, i Light Singapore, Asia’s leading sustainable light festival, is finally making a return with its eighth edition from 3rd to 26th June 2022. Organised by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and presented by DBS, the Festival welcomes visitors to immerse in the creative artworks of professional and student artists that spark fresh perspectives on the environment and the world around us, … Continue reading Art What!: i Light Singapore returns June ’22 to illuminate Marina Bay

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