★★★☆☆ 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
Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Palace Museum Announces Optimised Exhibition Arrangements for “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums”
HONG KONG – Since opening to the public on 20 November, the Hong Kong Palace Museum’s (HKPM) special exhibition “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” (“Ancient Egypt Unveiled”) has welcomed over 60,000 visitors over the first three weeks. Jointly organised by the HKPM and the Supreme Council of Antiquities of Egypt, the exhibition is proudly supported by Bank of China (Hong Kong), the Museum’s Strategic Partner, with Cathay and UnionPay International as the Major … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong: Hong Kong Palace Museum Announces Optimised Exhibition Arrangements for “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums”
Preview: Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
The Esplanade’s annual Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts returns from 27 February to 8 March 2026 with an expansive, story-rich programme inspired by Chinese dialects, dynasties and regional folklore. This 24th edition promises audiences a vibrant mix of theatre, dance, music and family-friendly works featuring celebrated artists from Singapore, the region and beyond. As the festival team notes, audiences can expect “legends told through … Continue reading Preview: Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2026 by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
Explore choice, conflict, and cages at POP MART’s ‘SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Showcase’ at the National Museum of Singapore
At the National Museum of Singapore this December, visitors are invited into a world that feels at once startlingly surreal and intimately familiar. SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE, the international debut of the cult-favourite character’s immersive showcase, asks a disarming question: What cages do we build for ourselves—and what keeps us from leaving them? For its creator, Chinese artist Xiong Miao, Singapore was always the right place for … Continue reading Explore choice, conflict, and cages at POP MART’s ‘SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Showcase’ at the National Museum of Singapore
SGIFF 2025 draws to a close with 44 sold-out screenings and 33% increase in tickets sold
The Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF), part of the Singapore Media Festival 2025 hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), closed its 36th edition on a historic high on 7 December, setting a new festival record with 44 sold-out screenings. For the third consecutive year, SGIFF achieved a new box office record, with ticket sales rising 33% from 2024. This year, the festival also saw its strongest turnout with a 28.7% increase in participation compared to last year, marking the festival’s strongest … Continue reading SGIFF 2025 draws to a close with 44 sold-out screenings and 33% increase in tickets sold
★★★★☆ Review: ENTOURAGE – Murder Amongst Friends by Dramalab
Jit Murad’s lost play transforms The Playhouse into a spiralling night of ’90s excess, nostalgia, and danger, resurrecting his voice with bold direction and an unforgettable ensemble. KUALA LUMPUR – Stepping into The Playhouse, it begins as though the audience has stumbled into a party already in progress: a beautiful, artsy house with a bar, a living room, and the specific kind of lived-in aesthetic … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: ENTOURAGE – Murder Amongst Friends by Dramalab
An Interview with Dr Louis Ng, Director, Hong Kong Palace Museum and Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General, Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) of Egypt on the museum’s landmark Ancient Egypt Unveiled exhibition
HONG KONG – Hong Kong’s cultural landscape has taken a giant step into the world of ancient civilisations with the grand opening of the Hong Kong Palace Museum’s (HKPM) latest special exhibition, “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums”. Opening to the public on 20 November 2025 and running through 31 August 2026, the exhibition marks the first time a major collection of Egyptian artefacts … Continue reading An Interview with Dr Louis Ng, Director, Hong Kong Palace Museum and Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General, Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) of Egypt on the museum’s landmark Ancient Egypt Unveiled exhibition
Preview: Cirque du Soleil – Kooza (2026) by Mast Entertainment and Lushington Entertainments
After seven years, Cirque du Soleil is coming back to Singapore, and it’s bringing one of its most beloved shows. KOOZA, the dazzling Big Top spectacular that blends heart-stopping acrobatics with whimsical storytelling, will set up its iconic tent at Bayfront Event Space from 6–22 February 2026. Fresh from a sold-out run in Hong Kong and a vibrant tour across South Korea, KOOZA marks the … Continue reading Preview: Cirque du Soleil – Kooza (2026) by Mast Entertainment and Lushington Entertainments
