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Preview: Unforgotten The Musical by Musical Theatre Limited

Musical Theatre Limited (MTL) is back this month to present the brand new Unforgotten The Musical, an original Singaporean musical of survival and loss, of ageing and dignity, of memory and legacy. Based on the novel Listening to Letter from America, by esteemed geriatric psychiatrist Prof Kua Ee Heok, the musical intertwines two resounding themes: mental illness and Singapore’s pioneering generation which society is starting … Continue reading Preview: Unforgotten The Musical by Musical Theatre Limited

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Esplanade’s The Studios 2023: An Interview with Silke Huysmans and Hannes Dereere, creators of ‘The Mining Trilogy’

In November 2015, a dam containing toxic mining waste collapsed a few miles away from theatremaker Silke Huysmans’ childhood home in the South of Brazil. Not only did a devastating flood of mud destroy several villages below the dam, but in the next couple of days, poisonous sludge flowed into the river Rio Doce and eventually reached the Atlantic Ocean, causing massive ecological impact and … Continue reading Esplanade’s The Studios 2023: An Interview with Silke Huysmans and Hannes Dereere, creators of ‘The Mining Trilogy’

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Preview: The Singapore International Film Festival’s Fundraiser 2023 to showcase a one-night-only, special-themed preview of Wes Anderson’s “Asteroid City”

The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) has announced a special fundraising screening for the Singapore premiere of Wes Anderson’s highly anticipated film, Asteroid City. This exclusive one-night-only event will take place on 5th August 2023, Saturday, at Golden Village Vivocity, preceding its public release in cinemas on 10th August 2023. Tickets for the fundraiser event will be available for a donation of $50 per seat. By donating, attendees … Continue reading Preview: The Singapore International Film Festival’s Fundraiser 2023 to showcase a one-night-only, special-themed preview of Wes Anderson’s “Asteroid City”

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Preview: The Studios 2023 – Landings by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Celebrating their 20th edition, the Esplanade’s The Studios series takes on a newer, expanded format, responding to the ever-changing world and continuing to programme work that challenges our notions of what art can be and do. Starting off this new version of The Studios, from 2023-2025, the programme will explore notions of Land. With works performed across various venues in the Esplanade, including the new … Continue reading Preview: The Studios 2023 – Landings by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Lendlease commemorates 50th anniversary with Singapore Street Festival and more

Lendlease marks its 50th anniversary celebrations in Singapore with the official launch of its partnership with Singapore Street Festival (SSF) 2023 at Paya Lebar Quarter (PLQ), themed ‘The NXT Generation’. As part of the kick-off, winning paintings from the Street Art competition centered around Lendlease’s 50years in Singapore with the theme “Build on our 50 (years) for the next 50” were introduced by the artists. They will be exhibited across three Lendlease malls namely Jem, Parkway … Continue reading Lendlease commemorates 50th anniversary with Singapore Street Festival and more

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Preview: Chachambo – Taking Flight by ART:DIS Singapore

Formerly known as Very Special Arts Singapore, ART:DIS Singapore is a non-profit organisation that champions persons with disabilities (PwDs) through arts. And this August, just in time for National Day, the pioneer cohort of ART:DIS’s BEYOND DIS:PLAY theatre training programme is set to present a new musical: Chachambo: Taking Flight. In Chachambo: Taking Flight, journey with a visually-impaired girl as she tries to revive an entertainment club … Continue reading Preview: Chachambo – Taking Flight by ART:DIS Singapore

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Art What!: The Spatial, The Ephemeral, And The Possibility Of It All at artcommune gallery

This July, artcommune gallery presents The Spatial, The Ephemeral, And The Possibility Of It All, a major 3-man group exhibition that showcases over 30 new works by Singapore’s leading and most senior contemporary painters, namely Boo Sze Yang, Milenko Prvački and Wong Keen. The exhibition encompasses a juxtaposition of three individual and distinct presentations: ‘Romance On Hobby Horses’ by Boo Sze Yang, ‘Abstraction For Beginners’ … Continue reading Art What!: The Spatial, The Ephemeral, And The Possibility Of It All at artcommune gallery

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Drama Box aims to create new spaces for connection and expression for youth

Recent studies on youth mental health conducted in Singapore have shone a spotlight on how symptoms related to depression and anxiety are affecting young people here. The Covid-19 pandemic, in particular, has taken a harsh toll on the young. The safe-distancing measures of recent years have drastically limited their access to in-person programmes that hone relationship- and community-building skills. As such, more organisations are creating … Continue reading Drama Box aims to create new spaces for connection and expression for youth

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Art What!: Robert Zhao and Haeju Kim to represent Singapore at 60th La Biennale di Venezia (Biennale Arte 2024)

Singapore Art Museum (SAM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Singaporean artist Robert Zhao Renhui and curator Haeju Kim as the artistic team for the Singapore Pavilion at the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia (Biennale Arte 2024), which will run from 20 April to 24 November 2024. Recognising the museum’s expertise as a leading contemporary art institution in Southeast Asia, SAM has been … Continue reading Art What!: Robert Zhao and Haeju Kim to represent Singapore at 60th La Biennale di Venezia (Biennale Arte 2024)

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Preview: Kusu Island by The Fool Theatre

This July, The Fool Theatre returns with a brand new Mandarin musical. Aimed at reimagining the origins of the islands of Singapore, this time around, they will be tackling the history and heritage of Kusu Island. Director Xavier Kang leads the production that boasts an eclectic team, of which half are making their professional debuts in their respective roles onstage and off. Kusu Island follows … Continue reading Preview: Kusu Island by The Fool Theatre

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