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Preview: The Secret presented by BASE Entertainment Asia and Perfect World Pictures

Jay Chou fans out there, you’re in for a treat next April. Coming to our shores for the very first time is the stage adaptation of Jay Chou’s critically and commercially acclaimed directorial debut Secret (2007), garnering awards for Outstanding Taiwanese Film of the Year, Best Original Song and Best Visual Effects at the 44th Golden Horse Awards, along with netting over 10 million USD to the … Continue reading Preview: The Secret presented by BASE Entertainment Asia and Perfect World Pictures

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Preview: Thick Beats for Good Girls by Checkpoint Theatre

What exactly makes a good girl? Is she religious and knows her prayers by heart? Can she ever let go and take a walk on the wild side and still be good? And above all – can good girls ever call the shots? All these questions and more just might be answered in Checkpoint Theatre’s newest production this April. Directed by Huzir Sulaiman, Checkpoint will be premiering an … Continue reading Preview: Thick Beats for Good Girls by Checkpoint Theatre

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True Colours Festival x Arts In Your Neighbourhood: Dancers Celebrate Unique Abilities in the Heartlands

As part of the National Arts Council’s Art In Your Neighborhood initiative, international dance groups ILL-Abilities from Canada and Epic Arts from Cambodia made their way down to Bedok Town Square and Admiralty Plaza this weekend to perform to members of the public. Both groups will be performing as part of the inaugural True Colours Festival happening at the Singapore Sports Hub the next weekend, … Continue reading True Colours Festival x Arts In Your Neighbourhood: Dancers Celebrate Unique Abilities in the Heartlands

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HKIFF42: 42nd Hong Kong International Film Festival

When one thinks of the Hong Kong film industry, some of the greatest filmmakers of all time immediately spring to mind, from the gorgeous, evocative films of Wong Kar-Wai to gripping action films there seem to be no shortage of. At the 42nd Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF42), Hong Kong once again opens its doors and welcomes the very best films from all over … Continue reading HKIFF42: 42nd Hong Kong International Film Festival

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HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens Names Rugby Star Ben Gollings as Official Ambassador

Best known as being the all time leading points scorer in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, Ben Gollings has been announced as an ambassador for the 2018 HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens, alongside DJ Forbes. Said Ben on why he took up the position of ambassador: “It’s a real honour, and it’s my way of giving back to the sport and contributing in a different way. There’s … Continue reading HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens Names Rugby Star Ben Gollings as Official Ambassador

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Para Para Sakura: Gardens by the Bay Welcomes Spring with Sakura Matsuri

Singapore may only have one season throughout the year, but for Gardens by the Bay, sakura season has descended again, and visitors can once again head down to the Flower Dome to celebrate spring with a medley of pink cherry blossoms in bloom from now till 8th April. On the display’s inception, Gardens Deputy CEO Ms Peggy Chong says: “Singaporeans love beautiful things, but not … Continue reading Para Para Sakura: Gardens by the Bay Welcomes Spring with Sakura Matsuri

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Review: When We Dead Awaken by Intercultural Theatre Institute

You’ve never seen Ibsen quite like this in ITI alumnus Sankar Venkateswaran’s stripped down, physical-focused interpretation. When We Dead Awaken is often considered one of Henrik Ibsen’s most unusual plays. Set in a spa town amidst snowy mountains and mysterious women, Ibsen’s final play was also his most oneiric, along with being his darkest, in dealing with themes of unhappy marriages, artistic death and actual mortality. … Continue reading Review: When We Dead Awaken by Intercultural Theatre Institute

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Preview: Hong Kong Arts Festival 2018

The Hong Kong Arts Festival has returned this year with yet another fantastic lineup of the very best arts productions from all around the world. From mindboggling theatre to soul stirring music, you’ll find an eclectic mix of events that will appeal to any and every person visiting the festival. Having started on 23rd February, the festival is already well under way and is set … Continue reading Preview: Hong Kong Arts Festival 2018

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Preview: Traditionally Speaking by Bhumi Collective

Bhumi Collective strides into 2018 with an all new series of works, utilising the performance-lecture medium to deliver a series of performances aimed at colliding research, process and performance. For the very first instalment of this series (titled Intersections), they begin this March with Traditionally Speaking. Directed by Muhammad Noramin Bin Mohamed Farid and in collaboration with Elizabeth Chan, these dancers will reflect back on the experiences that have shaped … Continue reading Preview: Traditionally Speaking by Bhumi Collective

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Gamarjobat: An Interview with Masters of Mime Ketch! and HIRO-PON

Japanese comedy duo Ketch! and HIRO-PON will catch your attention from a distance. Clad in their signature suits and sunglasses, and boasting a red and yellow mohawk respectively, the two of them form Gamarjobat, a word that translates to ‘Hello’ in Georgian. First achieving fame at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Gamarjobat specialises in silent comedy and mime, with outrageous acts that transcend age, culture and … Continue reading Gamarjobat: An Interview with Masters of Mime Ketch! and HIRO-PON

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