Category: Singapore

Arts, London, Preview, Singapore, Theatre, travel, travelXculture

In London’s (Off) West-End 2019: Ryan Craig’s Games for Lovers at The Vaults (Preview)

LONDON – Written by Ryan Craig, Games for Lovers follows four millennials looking for sex, love and a well-located flat who find themselves caught in a complex game of rivalry, desire and seduction. As the cost of happiness soars, how can they negotiate the new rules of modern relationships and win the game of love? Join them at the heart of the action as their games play out … Continue reading In London’s (Off) West-End 2019: Ryan Craig’s Games for Lovers at The Vaults (Preview)

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Arts, London, Preview, Singapore, Theatre, travel, travelXculture

In London’s (Off) West-End 2019: David Hare’s The Permanent Way at The Vaults (Preview)

LONDON – David Hare’s award-winning play roars to life in a provocative new site-specific staging performed in The Vaults, London’s alternative subterranean venue beneath Waterloo Station. Revelatory, witty, and moving, The Permanent Way is an astonishing interrogation of the chaos arising from the botched privatisation of Britain’s railways. Told through the first-hand accounts of those involved at every level, from passengers to Civil Service mandarins, this … Continue reading In London’s (Off) West-End 2019: David Hare’s The Permanent Way at The Vaults (Preview)

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Arts, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: The Page on Stage – Missing presented by The Arts House

The Arts House’s Page on Stage series has been growing from strength to strength, starting off at the 2018 edition of Textures with an adaptation of short stories from Gopal Baratham, Colin Cheong, Philip Jeyaretnam and Simon Tay, and at the 2019 edition of Textures, with the pared down but very moving Samping, from Math Paper Press’ Balik Kampung series. Now, the series is back for its third part, going beyond Textures to present Ng Swee … Continue reading Preview: The Page on Stage – Missing presented by The Arts House

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Interview, KC Arts Centre, Nine Years Theatre, Preview, Singapore, Theatre, Theatre Companies

Preview: First Fleet (第一舰队) by Nine Years Theatre

Nine Years Theatre (NYT) is back for their second production of the year with the all new First Fleet. Written by NYT Artistic Director Nelson Chia, First Fleet draws inspiration from Thomas Keneally’s novel The Playmaker, and tells of the journey taken by British officers and convicts as they travelled towards what would become Australia, during the colonial era of convict transportation. Along the way, the Governor gives an unusual instruction … Continue reading Preview: First Fleet (第一舰队) by Nine Years Theatre

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Arts, Chinese Theatre, Drama Centre Black Box, musical, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: Rock Guardians of the Sea (守护海洋的神岛) by The Fool Theatre

Following their debut in 2018 with original work Because It’s Fun, The Fool Theatre returns this July with their sophomore work, an all new, original mandarin musical – Rock Guardians of the Sea. In this play, witness a Singapore legend come to life in this madcap adaptation, directed by The Fool Theatre founder Xavier Kang, and with a book by Terence Chan and music by Jonelle Lim. … Continue reading Preview: Rock Guardians of the Sea (守护海洋的神岛) by The Fool Theatre

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Arts, Concert, Music, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Steven Osborne plays Mozart presented by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

This July,  award-winning pianist Steven Osborne, “one of Britain’s most treasured musicians”, comes to town to play Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 12, a standout work of lyrical peace and effusive melody. During the concert, be sure to also look out for Rossini’s Overture to The Silken Ladder, Kernis’ Musica celestis, and Haydn’s Symphony No. 98 in B-flat major. Steven Osborne’s insightful and idiomatic interpretations of diverse repertoire show an immense … Continue reading Preview: Steven Osborne plays Mozart presented by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Arts, Circus, Preview, Singapore

Cirque du Soleil Raises The Big Top as Kurios Rolls Into Town

If there’s one circus troupe that always assures us of a quality production, it’s Cirque du Soleil. Even with countless shows under their belt, Cirque du Soleil always brims with a furtive imagination that allows each one to feel completely unique, buoyed by its performers complete commitment to each act and finesse when it comes to skill. And so it is that with great excitement … Continue reading Cirque du Soleil Raises The Big Top as Kurios Rolls Into Town

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Arts, Singapore, The Arts House

Review: StoryFest 2019 – Make Believe

The inherent power of the oral traditions imbues these age-old stories with an undeniable magic.  After our very positive experience with Storyfest in 2018, suffice to say, we were absolutely looking forward to this year’s third edition of the festival, with some of the world’s best storytellers gathering at the Arts House for a weekend of age old tales. Kicking off on Friday, 21st June … Continue reading Review: StoryFest 2019 – Make Believe

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Fashion, Singapore

Serving You in Style with KFC x Thomas Wee

  Following the success of their first-time limited edition sneaker drop, KFC Singapore is launching a collection of stylish apparel in collaboration with one of Singapore’s award-winning designers, Thomas Wee. And this time, in the form of brand-new uniforms for every member of the KFC family. More than a sartorial overhaul, the launch of KFC x Thomas Wee is a tribute to the phenomenal people … Continue reading Serving You in Style with KFC x Thomas Wee

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Preview: VCHpresents 2019/20 Season presented by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

The Victoria Concert Hall has announced its brand new VCHpresents 2019/20 seaso, marking the fifth anniversary of its re-opening. The season will include a range of performances that explore the chamber music repertoire, solo voice recitals, more intimate happenings, and two music festivals. The VCHpresents Chamber series promises to be Singapore’s widest offering of chamber music at the highest level – from western classical strings and … Continue reading Preview: VCHpresents 2019/20 Season presented by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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