Singapore Fringe Festival 2026: An Interview with Wang Ping-Hsiang on representing violence in performance and karaoke in ‘Retina Manoeuvre’
When audiences first encountered Retina Manoeuvre in its early work-in-progress, few could have guessed that the performance would later tour Europe, gathering deeply personal responses from audiences who recognised themselves, despite having no connection to Taiwan at all. The project began far from the solo, autobiographical form it eventually took. Taiwanese artist and creator Ping-Hsiang Wang recalls that the original proposal involved three performers and … Continue reading Singapore Fringe Festival 2026: An Interview with Wang Ping-Hsiang on representing violence in performance and karaoke in ‘Retina Manoeuvre’
Singapore Fringe Festival 2026: An Interview with Woody Avenue on normalising queerness and representing love in ‘A Lesbian Love Story: The Musical’
When theatre-makers Rosie McGowan and Kluane Saunders first started writing a musical about a woman trying to create the happiest lesbian love story ever put on stage, they didn’t realise they were also building a company. “The idea for the production came first and the company came after,” Rosie laughs. “A lot of people asked who was the company behind it, and we thought, oh, … Continue reading Singapore Fringe Festival 2026: An Interview with Woody Avenue on normalising queerness and representing love in ‘A Lesbian Love Story: The Musical’
Singapore Fringe Festival 2026: An Interview with Haresh Sharma, Grace Kalaiselvi, and Jaspreet Kaur Sekhon on representing disability onstage in ‘Invisible’
Set against the seemingly ordinary backdrop of a hotel workplace, Invisible begins with a simple premise: Malini, a young disabled woman, starts her new job as a cleaner determined to do well. When a guest’s prized possession goes missing, the incident sets off a chain of events that reveals the hidden struggles, quiet tensions, and unseen disabilities carried by those involved. Written by award-winning playwright … Continue reading Singapore Fringe Festival 2026: An Interview with Haresh Sharma, Grace Kalaiselvi, and Jaspreet Kaur Sekhon on representing disability onstage in ‘Invisible’
Preview: OH! Moonstone Art Walk – Everything Changes, Everything Stays the Same
In Singapore, change is often framed as progress. New buildings rise, neighbourhoods shift, and familiar streets quietly become something else. But what happens to the memories, habits, and lives that once filled those spaces? This January, OH! Open House returns with a new edition of its much-loved artwalk, and this time, it’s tucked away in a location most people have probably never noticed. OH! Moonstone … Continue reading Preview: OH! Moonstone Art Walk – Everything Changes, Everything Stays the Same
Dib Bangkok: Bangkok’s first international contemporary art museum opens this weekend
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Bangkok is no stranger to sensory overload, from the heat to the constant movement of tourists, to the food and its stimulating burst of culture. But come 21st December 2025, the city will gain a place designed for something rarer: pause. Dib Bangkok, Thailand’s first international contemporary art museum, is preparing to open its doors as a bold new cultural landmark, one … Continue reading Dib Bangkok: Bangkok’s first international contemporary art museum opens this weekend
Preview: UOB unveils tallest countdown projection show in ASEAN
UOB is bringing art, light and joy to the heart of Singapore with two spectacular projection mapping displays from 18 December 2025 to 1 January 2026. The displays, themed “Sharing Joy, Celebrating with our Communities”, was inspired by the spirit of giving back to our community and will illuminate the 280-metre façade of UOB Plaza 1 – the tallest countdown projection show in ASEAN. With … Continue reading Preview: UOB unveils tallest countdown projection show in ASEAN
★★★★★ Theatre Review: Beauty and the Beast – The Musical by Disney Theatrical Group and Base Entertainment Asia
One of Disney’s most successful stage adaptations, this tale as old as time casts its spell with confidence, polish, and theatrical flair. Few animated films from Disney’s Renaissance era loom as large as Beauty and the Beast. With Alan Menken’s emotionally resonant score, richly drawn characters, and a story that balances fairytale fantasy with very human vulnerability, it’s no wonder the film has remained an … Continue reading ★★★★★ Theatre Review: Beauty and the Beast – The Musical by Disney Theatrical Group and Base Entertainment Asia
★★★☆☆ Theatre Review: The Fourth Trimester by Checkpoint Theatre
by D.Y. Faith Ng tears down the celebratory façade of childbirth, investigating the realities of post-partum parenthood. ‘The Fourth Trimester’ might not be a term every parent knows, but it’s an experience that they all eventually come to experience. Referring to the three months immediately after the birth of a child, it is a crucial time for parents to not only look after their newborn’s … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Theatre Review: The Fourth Trimester by Checkpoint Theatre
Dream Academy extends run of ‘The Divorce Party!’ into January 2026
Dream Academy’s celebrated production The Divorce Party is excited to announce an extended run from 19 January in the new year. The collaboration with The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore has received rave reviews from media and audiences alike. If you’ve missed out on the family drama, now’s your chance to grab tickets and tune into the piping-hot tea! “This is one special Divorce Party, because … Continue reading Dream Academy extends run of ‘The Divorce Party!’ into January 2026
Preview: Slava’s Snowshow (2026) by Base Entertainment Asia
Last in Singapore in 2022, Base Entertainment Asia is thrilled to present the internationally acclaimed Slava’s Snowshow in Singapore once again. Following its successful seasons in 2012 and 2022, the show is set to captivate audiences at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands for a limited season from 15 July 2026. Since its premiere in Singapore, Slava’s Snowshow has entertained generations with its playful blend of humour, heart, and theatrical … Continue reading Preview: Slava’s Snowshow (2026) by Base Entertainment Asia
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