Music Is: Singapore International Piano Festival 2024

The 30th edition of the Singapore International Piano Festival (SIPF), presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO), is set to take place from 6 to 9 June 2024 at the Victoria Concert Hall. Led by Artistic Director and Singaporean pianist Lim Yan, the SIPF is recognised as Asia’s premier piano festival, showcasing international musical excellence annually. In line with previous editions, the festival will feature … Continue reading Music Is: Singapore International Piano Festival 2024

Arts of Hong Kong: Largest edition of Art Basel Hong Kong since 2019 draws to a close, with significant sales and bristling showcases

The 11th edition of Art Basel Hong Kong, Art Basel’s premier fair in Asia, concluded today, offering local and international audiences a vibrant overview of the region’s flourishing art scenes. Marking the second decade of Art Basel’s operation in Asia’s world city, the show assumed its pre-pandemic scale for the first time since 2019, welcoming 242 leading galleries from the Asia –Pacific, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Largest edition of Art Basel Hong Kong since 2019 draws to a close, with significant sales and bristling showcases

An Interview with comedian Sharul Channa on her new show and growing up a middle child

Even if you don’t necessarily subscribe to it, if there are enough stereotypes, there must be some grain of truth to birth order theory. From the oldest child pressured to live up to parental expectations and being a role model, to the youngest child doted on and spoiled by parents, it is likely you might have noticed some of these traits in either yourselves or … Continue reading An Interview with comedian Sharul Channa on her new show and growing up a middle child

★★★★☆ Review: Hi, Can You Hear Me? by The Necessary Stage

Hell lies somewhere between a bar and a breakout room. Considering that we live in a world ravaged by war, beset by pandemics, and face unprecedented climate change that brings with it the assurance of disaster, it’s not entirely surprising that something eventually breaks inside us from how overwhelming it can all be. But when faced with such existential anxiety – do we end up … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Hi, Can You Hear Me? by The Necessary Stage

Taha: An Interview with creator and performer Amer Hlehel on staging the life of Palestinian poet Taha Muhammad Ali

Poet Taha Muhammad Ali is an icon of Palestinian literature, humble in his life yet celebrated for his words that capture the resilience, love, and enduring spirit of his people.​ Adapted from Adina Hoffman’s acclaimed biography and under Amir Nizar Zuabi’s direction, Palestinian artist Amer Hlehel created Taha, which traces the man’s journey from a humble shopkeeper in Palestine to a celebrated poet worldwide. Receiving critical … Continue reading Taha: An Interview with creator and performer Amer Hlehel on staging the life of Palestinian poet Taha Muhammad Ali

Review: Prodigious – The Trout & Four Seasons by re:sound Collective

Young violin prodigies given a chance to shine in Vivaldi’s iconic concerto. Going beyond showcasing the capability of small ensemble orchestras, re:Sound Collective has embarked on a mission to take music even further, such as introducing new audiences to more classical music. In their latest performance, the collective has taken yet another step – bringing young musicians to the fore by providing them a platform … Continue reading Review: Prodigious – The Trout & Four Seasons by re:sound Collective

Preview: Sim Yan Ying and Renee Yeong complete their TRIP journey with two new shows this April at the Esplanade Theatre Studio

After making their The Studios debuts in 2023 under Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay’s TRIP programme for early career directors to showcase their work, Sim Yan Ying “YY” and Renee Yeong are back this April to each present a brand new work to round off their journey. In 2023, YY presented Joel Tan’s No Particular Order, while Renee presented Michelle Tan’s I Am Trying … Continue reading Preview: Sim Yan Ying and Renee Yeong complete their TRIP journey with two new shows this April at the Esplanade Theatre Studio

Arts of Hong Kong: 52nd Hong Kong Arts Festival officially concludes with over 1,400 outstanding international and local artists across 47 programmes in over 150 performances

The 52nd Hong Kong Arts Festival (HKAF) celebrated its official finale today (22 March) with a performance of A Sigh of Love by the Shanghai Ballet. The Finale Toasting Ceremony was held after the performance at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. The Officiating Party included Guest of Honour Mr Chan Kwok-ki, Chief Secretary for Administration of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, who was … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: 52nd Hong Kong Arts Festival officially concludes with over 1,400 outstanding international and local artists across 47 programmes in over 150 performances

Arts of Hong Kong: Art Basel Hong Kong announces details of expanded show sectors and ambitious on-site and citywide programming

Bringing together 242 leading galleries from 40 countries and territories, Art Basel Hong Kong’s 2024 edition marks the show’s return to pre-pandemic scale, with 65 additional exhibitors participating in the fair compared to last year. Defined by an extraordinary diversity of artistic voices presented in the frame of its five show sectors, its Conversations and Film programs, as well as its collaborations with the city’s … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Art Basel Hong Kong announces details of expanded show sectors and ambitious on-site and citywide programming

Arts of Hong Kong: Daido Moriyama’s “City Drifter” with WKM Gallery and Organikka at Melody

Melody House of Food & Music plays host to a celebration of art, music and mixology in collaboration with WKM Gallery and Organikka, a multidisciplinary collective from Brazil and Argentina, bringing their exotic identity to Melody for one evening only. On 26 March, Melody welcomes guests to experience an exclusive preview of “City Drifter”, a solo exhibition of selected works by renowned Japanese photographer Daido … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Daido Moriyama’s “City Drifter” with WKM Gallery and Organikka at Melody