Category: Singapore

Arts, online, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: Writing with AI by Emergency Stairs

Liu Xiaoyi has continually been dabbling in experimental theatre, and in his latest venture, the Artistic Director of Emergency Stairs continues his exploration of new theatre forms through the “No More Theatre” series. Premiering online this February, his new experiment, Writing with AI, examines how humans co-write theatrical scripts with artificial intelligence and conduct comparative studies on the scripts written by humans and AI. During … Continue reading Preview: Writing with AI by Emergency Stairs

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Singapore

5 ways theatre in Singapore has adapted to modern entertainment trends

Singapore’s theatre scene has never been static. It bends, pivots, and reinvents — and the years since the pandemic have pushed that instinct into overdrive. Local companies have had to rethink not just what they put on stage, but how they reach audiences whose attention is being pulled in more directions than ever before. The result is a scene that looks noticeably different from five … Continue reading 5 ways theatre in Singapore has adapted to modern entertainment trends

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Rolls-Royce Phantom Orchid: A bespoke automobile and symbol of hope

Rolls-Royce has always been an automobile brand associated with taste and luxury. But as the times change, so do brands, as they modernise and find new clients with unique tastes. For Rolls-Royce, who always puts the customer experience first, that comes in the form of bespoke, commissioned artworks integrated into their cars, resulting in unique, one-of-a-kind designs. A perfect example of what Rolls-Royce is capable … Continue reading Rolls-Royce Phantom Orchid: A bespoke automobile and symbol of hope

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Arts, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: How To Break A Window II by T:>works

Following the gruelling 2021 edition of T:>works’ marathon 24-Hour Playwriting Competition, six out of 80 participants have emerged with winning scripts. Select scripts from the winners will be presented as part of How To Break A Window II, a hybrid production taking place in February 2022. Noorlinah Mohamed, Artistic Director of Festival of Women N.O.W. (2019-2021) who moderated three annual competitions since 2019 added, “This … Continue reading Preview: How To Break A Window II by T:>works

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Arts, Preview, Singapore

Preview: PopLore – A Year of Singapore Popular Music

In celebration of Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay’s 20th anniversary, the centre presents PopLore – A Year of Singapore Popular Music, a year-long exploration of Singapore’s epic, storied and vibrant popular music from the 1960s to the present and beyond. Produced in consultation with music industry veteran Lim Sek and emerging from the seismic disruption to the scene that is COVID-19, PopLore celebrates the power … Continue reading Preview: PopLore – A Year of Singapore Popular Music

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Singapore

No Man Is An Island: Architecture collective Studio Archipelago Shares their Origin Story

Andrew identifies as a tea aficionado. Liang En identifies as a coffee enthusiast. Despite their differences in beverage preferences, the two National University of Singapore (NUS) architecture students have forged a strong friendship since beginning their course in 2020, taking a curious interest in each other’s respective hobbies, and openly sharing their craft and interest with each other over a drink (tea or coffee, it … Continue reading No Man Is An Island: Architecture collective Studio Archipelago Shares their Origin Story

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Arts, Review, Singapore, Theatre

★★★★☆ Review: Borderline by PSYCHEdelight

Tragicomic physical theatre presents the refugee crisis in a whole new light. Mention the refugee crisis, and comedy probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, in PSYCHEdelight’s Borderline, director and facilitator Sophie Besse uses it to incredible effect, as she leads a group of refugees and professional actors to share their experiences with heart, humour and physical comedy. Streaming as part of … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Borderline by PSYCHEdelight

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Arts, London, Review, Singapore, Theatre

★★★★☆ Review: IMAGO by Travis Clausen-Knight and James Pett

Capturing the beauty and pain of love gone bad. If the pandemic is anything to go by, nothing good should be taken for granted, and it’s likely, never lasts forever. In psychoanalysis, the term ‘imago’ refers to an unconscious idealized mental image of someone, which influences a person’s behaviour. Using this definition as a starting point, UK dancers Travis Clausen-Knight and James Pett attempt to … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: IMAGO by Travis Clausen-Knight and James Pett

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Arts, Interview, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

★★★★☆ Review: OK Land by Circle Theatre

Banding together against the monopoly. If you’ve ever step foot into Bangkok, you’ll be well aware that there’s a convenience store on every corner, perfect for grabbing a cool drink when the temperature peaks. But for the segment of society that can’t even afford it, that’s simply not an option for them – who is the store really convenient for? Streaming as part of the … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: OK Land by Circle Theatre

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London, Preview, Singapore

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

Animals with Cameras Series 2 is back on BBC Earth this February as hidden cameras continue to shed light on the secret lives of iconic animals when they wander out of sight. From the mysterious lives of sharks and elephant seals, to the curious lives of flying foxes, koalas and kangaroos in Australia, unique footage captured by discreet and lightweight devices reveals extraordinary discoveries whilst … Continue reading Television Time: What’s On BBC (February 2022)

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