T:>Works Artistic Director Dr. Ong Keng Sen awarded Honorary Doctorate from University of Arts, London

T:>Works is proud to congratulate Artistic Director, Dr. Ong Keng Sen, on being awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of the Arts London (UAL), in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the field of Theatre Direction. The Honorary Doctorate is the highest honour conferred by the University and was presented in person on 13 July 2022 at the Royal Festival Hall in London. This … Continue reading T:>Works Artistic Director Dr. Ong Keng Sen awarded Honorary Doctorate from University of Arts, London

T:>Works launches digital library, T:>Digital with a new website

T:>Works launches a brand new digital library, T:>Digital, with a new website, tworksasia.org. A first of its kind, T:>Digital is a virtual locus that carries T:>Works’ commitment to contextualising histories, contemporary experiences, and situated art practices in Singapore and larger Asia. Under the artistic direction of Dr. Ong Keng Sen, T:>Works continues to pioneer cross-cultural collaborations, from nomadic residency, The Flying Circus Project and founding … Continue reading T:>Works launches digital library, T:>Digital with a new website

Emergency Stairs Explores International Exchange in Post-Pandemic Times

Even before the pandemic, the Singaporean arts group Emergency Stairs and its Artistic Director, Liu Xiaoyi, have been an active practitioner of international collaboration and cultural exchange. In 2019 alone, for example, they visited 11 cities including Ho Chi Minh City, Yokohama, Bangkok, Phnom Penh, Kuala Lumpur, Yogyakarta, HongKong, Shanghai, Bali, Kotlik and Jakarta, embarking on a series of creative, research and exchange trips. However, … Continue reading Emergency Stairs Explores International Exchange in Post-Pandemic Times

Music Is: VCHpresents Concerts Celebrate Some Of The Greatest Names in Classical Music

Following the launch of the first half of its 2022/2023 season, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) continues to inspire music-goers with their new VCHpresents series, which will deliver a slew of enthralling performances for the rest of the year, celebrating some of the greatest names in classical music including the likes of Schubert, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and more.  Look forward to appearances by both local and international artists including … Continue reading Music Is: VCHpresents Concerts Celebrate Some Of The Greatest Names in Classical Music

Television Time: What’s On BBC (August 2022)

This August, BBC Earth presents another visual stunner with Spectacular Earth that uses cutting-edge filming techniques to bring some of the world’s most stunning natural phenomena up close. Specialist jet-ski cameras ride giant waves in Portugal, drones fly into one of Guatemala’s most explosive volcanoes and ultra-slow-motion footage captures thousand-foot-long lightning bolts in Arizona. Breakthrough scientific knowledge – answering questions like “How is a volcano connected to … Continue reading Television Time: What’s On BBC (August 2022)

6 DIY Tips To Help Transform Your Outdoor Space

Most people only use their backyard for a few specific purposes: barbecuing, playing games, and relaxing on the weekends. But with a little bit of effort, you can turn your backyard into an all-purpose space that you can enjoy every day of the week. Here are six tips to help get you started. Make an outdoor kitchen One of the best ways to make your … Continue reading 6 DIY Tips To Help Transform Your Outdoor Space

By The Book: 2022 Singapore Literature Prize shortlist announced

A total of 49 works have been shortlisted for Singapore’s top literary award, the much-anticipated biennial Singapore Literature Prize (SLP). The awards ceremony will be held at Victoria Theatre, and open to the public, on 25 August 2022 at 8pm. Emeritus Professor and literary pioneer Edwin Thumboo will be presented with the SBC Achievement Award at the awards ceremony. The 49 works are shortlisted in … Continue reading By The Book: 2022 Singapore Literature Prize shortlist announced

★★☆☆☆ Review: Assembly by Drama Box

Summoning ghosts of the past in the hopes of laying bullies to rest. What school doesn’t have its share of ghost stories? From supposed paranormal activity or strange sightings after hours, students across generations have passed down these haunting tales from one batch to the next batch. But amidst the supernatural, school can also truly be a terrifying place to be a teen, with an … Continue reading ★★☆☆☆ Review: Assembly by Drama Box

★★★★★ Review: Don’t Call Him Mr. Mari Kita by Wild Rice

Julian Wong passes on the legacy of Zubir Said with a heartfelt lesson on music, nation building, and chasing dreams.  In 1928, a young man made the decision to take fate into his own hands, go against his father’s wishes, and pursue a life of music. With only the clothes on his back and a clean towel in hand, he left his village of Bukit … Continue reading ★★★★★ Review: Don’t Call Him Mr. Mari Kita by Wild Rice

Embassy of France and NAC sign Memorandum of Understanding to develop a Bilateral Artist-in-Residency Programme

The Embassy of France in Singapore and the National Arts Council, Singapore (NAC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today, committing to support the creation of a bilateral Artist-in-Residency Programme by arts and culture institutions over the next five years, in the fields of visual, literary and performing arts. This is testament to the strong cultural cooperation and commitment from the two countries to support … Continue reading Embassy of France and NAC sign Memorandum of Understanding to develop a Bilateral Artist-in-Residency Programme