Category: Arts

Arts, Film

Film Fanatic: Singapore’s first animated historical epic ‘The Violinist’ unveils first look, set for 2026 release

The Violinist, Singapore’s first animated historical epic and one of its most ambitious feature film productions to date, was unveiled to the local press this morning at a special preview event held at PIXEL, with support from the Singapore Film Commission (SFC) and Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). The animated feature film has been eight years in the making and is the long-awaited expansion of … Continue reading Film Fanatic: Singapore’s first animated historical epic ‘The Violinist’ unveils first look, set for 2026 release

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Arts, Esplanade Annexe Studio, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Preview, Theatre, Theatres

The Studios 2025: An Interview with playwright David Finnigan on ‘Scenes From The Climate Era’

A couple debates whether to bring a child into a world on fire. Scientists race to build a coral reef in a lab. Somewhere in Antarctica, a team attempts to hold back a melting glacier with a seawall. And in the dark, the last frog of its species calls out—hoping, futilely, for a mate. In Scenes from the Climate Era, Australian playwright David Finnigan zooms … Continue reading The Studios 2025: An Interview with playwright David Finnigan on ‘Scenes From The Climate Era’

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Interview, Preview, Theatre

Moonlit City: An Interview with director Goh Boon Teck and leads Timothy Wan and Sunny Yang

We’ve had the LKY Musical, and even an entire play around Kwa Geok Choo, the wife of our late founding father. But come this July, get ready as Toy Factory debuts the world premiere of Moonlit City (城里的月光), a brand new Mandarin musical that shines the spotlight on the epic, six-decade love story between Mr and Mrs Lee Kuan Yew. Directed by Toy Factory Artistic … Continue reading Moonlit City: An Interview with director Goh Boon Teck and leads Timothy Wan and Sunny Yang

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Art What!, Arts, Preview, Singapore

Art What!: Pioneering interdisciplinary artist Amanda Heng and curator Selene Yap are Singapore’s artistic team for Biennale Arte 2026

Singapore Art Museum (SAM) is pleased to announce the appointment of pioneering interdisciplinary artist Amanda Heng to represent Singapore at the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia (Biennale Arte) in 2026. She will collaborate with curator Selene Yap to realise the presentation. The pairing marks the 12th presentation of the Singapore Pavilion, which is commissioned by the National Arts Council (NAC), supported by the Ministry … Continue reading Art What!: Pioneering interdisciplinary artist Amanda Heng and curator Selene Yap are Singapore’s artistic team for Biennale Arte 2026

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Arts, National Gallery, News, Preview, Singapore, Visual Art

Art What!: Singapore Stories – Pathways and Detours in Art at National Gallery Singapore

Marking its 10th anniversary and Singapore’s 60th year of independence, National Gallery Singapore presents the full opening of Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art, the first major rehang of the DBS Singapore Gallery since its inception in 2015, and a bold rethinking of how Singapore’s art history is told. Expanded in scope and reimagined across newly configured spaces on the entire second floor of the Gallery’s City Hall Wing, the … Continue reading Art What!: Singapore Stories – Pathways and Detours in Art at National Gallery Singapore

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Arts, Concert, musical, Preview, Sands Theatre, Theatre

Preview: Musical theatre royalty Jemma Rix returns to Singapore with ‘The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale’

Base Entertainment Asia, in association with Kevin Wallace Productions, GWB Entertainment, Middle-earth Enterprises, Tim McFarlane, KHAM Inc., People Entertainment Group, The Watermill Theatre, and Chicago Shakespeare Theater, are thrilled to announce the Singapore cast for The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale. Based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic trilogy, this stage production will make its Asia Premiere with a limited season from 12 to … Continue reading Preview: Musical theatre royalty Jemma Rix returns to Singapore with ‘The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale’

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Arts, News, Preview, Singapore, Visual Art

Art What!: The Art of Lee Boon Ngan at The Private Museum

As Singapore celebrates its 60th year of independence, The Private Museum proudly presents a landmark exhibition that pays tribute not only to a nation’s visual heritage but to the quiet resilience, love, and artistry behind it. The Art of Lee Boon Ngan: Celebrating 60 Years of Singapore through the Love of Chua Mia Tee & Lee Boon Ngan invites audiences to experience a rarely seen … Continue reading Art What!: The Art of Lee Boon Ngan at The Private Museum

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Arts, Food, Preview, SRT

Preview: Fried Rice Paradise – The Makan Party by Singapore Repertory Theatre

Following the sold-out success of Por Por’s Big Fat Surprise Wedding in 2023 and 2024, Singapore Repertory Theatre is back with another exciting dinner theatre experience – and this time, it’s dishing out a full-flavoured battle of the wok. Fried Rice Paradise – The Makan Party invites audiences to tuck into an evening of laughter, family love, and legendary local flavours. At the heart of … Continue reading Preview: Fried Rice Paradise – The Makan Party by Singapore Repertory Theatre

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Arts, Dance with Me, Review, Singapore

★★★★★ Review: Burn The Floor by BTF Productions Pte Ltd

High octane, fiery dance spectacle that sets the stage ablaze. There’s good reason why it’s been going strong for 25 years now; Burn the Floor: Ballroom Reimagined isn’t just your ordinary dance show, but the ultimate high-voltage theatrical experience. From the moment it opens as the violin rings out and the dancers emerge, you know you’re in for something special. Arriving at Singapore’s Esplanade Waterfront … Continue reading ★★★★★ Review: Burn The Floor by BTF Productions Pte Ltd

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Arts, News, Singapore

Singapore Spotlight debuts at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, championing Singaporean talent on the global stage

From 1 to 25 August, Singapore Spotlight will make its inaugural debut at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 — the world’s largest performing arts festival. The artist-led, ground-up platform will present six diverse acts, spanning theatre, comedy, dance, street performance, and experimental works, all showcasing the very best of Singaporean performing arts talent. This bold initiative, supported by national youth arts organisation *SCAPE, arrives at … Continue reading Singapore Spotlight debuts at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, championing Singaporean talent on the global stage

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