Category: Singapore

Art What!, Arts, Singapore, Visual Art

Art What!: Come Together and Experience Public Art Trust’s Five New Commissions from Jurong to Punggol

Bring out your inner child with the simple joy of a seesaw, share your secrets through a larger-than-life paper cup, or marvel at a giant version of a Marie biscuit. From now till 30 October, the public can engage with five public art installations located across three park spaces in Singapore – Bishan-AMK Park, Jurong Lake Gardens, and Punggol Waterway Park. Commissioned by the Public … Continue reading Art What!: Come Together and Experience Public Art Trust’s Five New Commissions from Jurong to Punggol

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Arts, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: John Williams 90 Concert Gala by Base Entertainment Asia

“So much of what we do is ephemeral and quickly forgotten, even by ourselves, so it’s gratifying to have something you have done linger in people’s memories.” – John Williams, The Legacy of John Williams Singapore audiences are in for a spectacular orchestral experience celebrating the maestro of movie music, John Williams 90th birthday year with two concerts at Sands Theatre this 15 and 16 … Continue reading Preview: John Williams 90 Concert Gala by Base Entertainment Asia

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Arts, Concert, Music, Preview, Singapore

Music Is: Stephen Riady Endows SSO Principal Flute Chair

The Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) is naming a chair after Executive Chairman and Group Chief Executive of OUE Limited, Dr Stephen Riady, following the donation of a major gift to the orchestra.     The Principal Flute, Stephen Riady Chair, acknowledges the first major donation to the orchestra since the pandemic began, and will be effective from the orchestra’s 2022/23 season beginning in July 2022. The position is … Continue reading Music Is: Stephen Riady Endows SSO Principal Flute Chair

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Singapore

Avatar: The Experience comes to Gardens by the Bay Singapore

Avatar: The Experience will debut at Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay welcoming guests later this year. This immersive walk-through event based on the global blockbuster film AVATAR is a uniquely designed collaboration between Cityneon Holdings, Disney Location-Based Experiences, and James Cameron and Jon Landau’s Lightstorm Entertainment. Mr. Ron Tan, Cityneon’s Executive Chairman and Group CEO, shares, “It’s an honor to present Avatar: The … Continue reading Avatar: The Experience comes to Gardens by the Bay Singapore

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Art What!, Drinks, Singapore

Art What!: Chivas 12 celebrates the future with ‘I Rise, We Rise’

Blended Scotch whisky Chivas is a heritage brand with 112 years of history. More often associated with class, timelessness and elegance, it’s hard to think of it appealing to a contemporary younger audience. But all that seems about to change, as for the first time ever, Chivas is here to inspire the next generation of Scotch drinkers, with a brand new look for its flagship … Continue reading Art What!: Chivas 12 celebrates the future with ‘I Rise, We Rise’

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Arts, Preview, Singapore

Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s Cultural Extravaganza Returns for Fifth Year

Back for its fifth year, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) announced the grand return of its marquee event Cultural Extravaganza, which will take place from 13 May to 19 June 2022. Notable local art groups like Bhaskar’s Arts Academy, Nine Years Theatre, T.H.E Dance Company, TENG Ensemble, Jazz Association (Singapore), Ding Yi Music Company, and PLAYInc will be joining this year’s festival lineup. A central … Continue reading Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s Cultural Extravaganza Returns for Fifth Year

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Film, News, Singapore

Film Fanatic: European Film Festival 2022

The much-anticipated European Film Festival (EUFF) is back this May, as it brings the best of European cinema to Singapore. The festival takes place at The Projector from 12th to 26th May 2022, and features 24 films from 23 countries. The films showcased belong to a specific country while representing Europe’s rich cultural heritage. Presented by the European Union (EU) Delegation to Singapore, EUFF shines … Continue reading Film Fanatic: European Film Festival 2022

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Film, News, Preview, Singapore

Film Fanatic: New documentary film ‘The Capitol of Singapore’ premieres during Singapore HeritageFest 2022

Capitol Theatre will play host to the Singapore premiere of “The Capitol of Singapore” (also known as “Le Capitol de Singapour”) documentary on 6 May 2022, in conjunction with Singapore HeritageFest 2022. Presented by Capitol Singapore, which is home to Capitol Theatre at the heart of Singapore’s Civic and Cultural District, the premiere marks the documentary’s first showing outside of France. Directed by French filmmaker … Continue reading Film Fanatic: New documentary film ‘The Capitol of Singapore’ premieres during Singapore HeritageFest 2022

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architecture, design, Singapore

Design Wise: Park Yourself’ bags top prize for rejuvenating Paya Lebar Central

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Finance and Second Minister for National Development Indranee Rajah has announced the winning design ‘Park Yourself’ at the URA-REDAS SPARK Challenge1 award ceremony held at Marina Square today. A cash prize of $10,000 has also been awarded to the team behind ‘Park Yourself’. “The place to be happy is here” – reads a handwritten message on … Continue reading Design Wise: Park Yourself’ bags top prize for rejuvenating Paya Lebar Central

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Books, By The Book, Interview, literature, Singapore

By The Book: Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Awards 2022 announces 8 finalists

Eight children’s books have been shortlisted for the Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Award (HABA), the prestigious biennial award recognising the best  Singapore children’s literature in English. For the first time since its inception in 2011, HABA will feature two prize categories: Picture Books and Middle Grade Books. The winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony, which will be held in-person during the Asian Festival … Continue reading By The Book: Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Awards 2022 announces 8 finalists

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