Coen Brothers’ The Big Lebowski Bowls Back Into Cinemas For 20th Anniversary

LONDON – Park Circus has announced the re-release of the Coen brothers’ cult classic hit The Big Lebowski (1998) back in cinemas from 24th September 2018 to celebrate its 20th Anniversary. Directed by Joel Coen and Ethan Coen, this hilariously twisted comedy-thriller stars Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman and John Tuturro. Join the “Dude” and his bowling buddies on … Continue reading Coen Brothers’ The Big Lebowski Bowls Back Into Cinemas For 20th Anniversary

Review: Oedipus (鞭爱) by Toy Factory

An innovative staging turns this twisted police procedural into a living nightmare.  If there’s one play this year that should come with a warning for the faint of heart, it’s Toy Factory’s Oedipus. Directed by Toy Factory artistic director Goh Boon Teck and written by Zhu Xin Chen, Oedipus, much like its title suggests, concerns itself with socially and sexually perverse themes that push the boundaries of what is … Continue reading Review: Oedipus (鞭爱) by Toy Factory

Review: Souvenir by Sing’theatre

An intimate production that hits the right notes.  There are few opera singers quite as infamous as Florence Foster Jenkins. Known precisely for her inability to sing, Souvenir recounts the unlikely friendship between Florence (Leigh McDonald) and her accompanist Cosme McMoon (Hossan Leong). Although initially skeptical and mortified, there is something incredibly earnest about Florence that keeps Cosme intrigued enough to follow her for 12 years, each finding … Continue reading Review: Souvenir by Sing’theatre

Preview: Golden Village’s 10th Love and Pride Festival

In the wake of recent developments in LGBTQ acceptance all around the world, from India’s repeal of of the penal code to Australia’s allowance for same-sex marriage, Singapore has once again become heated with debate over how our own laws should change in response to these developments, if at all. It feels timely then that Golden Village is celebrating the milestone 10th edition of the … Continue reading Preview: Golden Village’s 10th Love and Pride Festival

10th Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship swings into Singapore

  The 2018 Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship (AAC) is set for its 10th edition and will be held at one of the most celebrated golf clubs in Asia, over at the New Tanjong course at Sentosa Golf Club from October 4th – 7th 2018. This will be the second time Singapore hosts the championship, the second since China (2009, 2013), with the last time it was staged … Continue reading 10th Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship swings into Singapore

SGP 2018: Eleven Years On, Amber Lounge is Still The Premier After Party To Be At

Happening in Singapore for its 11th year, premier afterparty the Amber Lounge is and always has been a mainstay annual Singapore Grand Prix, Formula 1’s one and only night race. Celebrating the 15th Anniversary in 2018 since its launch internationally, this year’s edition of the Amber Lounge in Singapore took place at Temasek Reflections at Millenia Tower, featuring a brand new look and swanky crystal theme. … Continue reading SGP 2018: Eleven Years On, Amber Lounge is Still The Premier After Party To Be At

Toy Factory’s Lab Projects 2018: An Interview with Playwright Zhu Xin Chen and Director Goh Boon Teck of Oedipus (鞭爱)

This week, Toy Factory productions launches into their 2018 edition of the Lab Projects, presenting brand new plays staged in their own home in Chinatown at NOWPlaying@17. In the first of two works, the company will be presenting Zhu Xin Chen’s Oedipus, a dark mystery following a severely disabled man who has whipped his 50 year old mother to death. As we follow an officer determined to get … Continue reading Toy Factory’s Lab Projects 2018: An Interview with Playwright Zhu Xin Chen and Director Goh Boon Teck of Oedipus (鞭爱)

Bonding Over Water: People’s Association Water-Venture A Hit At Bedok Reservoir Park

On 8th September 2018, 300 residents from Aljunied Group Representative Constituency (GRC) came together to take part in the first land-based carnival of programmes by People’s Association Water-Venture (PAWV). Titled September Fest @ Bedok Reservoir, the carnival comprised interactive eco games, fitness workouts, lantern decoration workshops and even the first-ever outdoor waterfront movie screening experience at sunset, promoting community inclusiveness and social cohesion.  Says Lawrence Ng, Chairman Water-Venture … Continue reading Bonding Over Water: People’s Association Water-Venture A Hit At Bedok Reservoir Park

Preview: The Convert by the Young Vic

LONDON – This December, Black Panther star and Tony-nominated writer Danai Gurrira’s The Convert will premiere at the Young Vic. Directed by Ola Ince, The Convert is set in 1896 in what is modern day Zimbabwe, and explores the high cost of faith. In our story, we follow Jekesai, a young Shona woman fleeing forced marriage and finding herself working for devout Catholic priest, Chilford. Chilford relishes the opportunity to shape … Continue reading Preview: The Convert by the Young Vic

Preview: Annie 2019 UK Tour

LONDON – Anita Dobson and Craig Revel Horwood star as Miss Hannigan on the upcoming UK Tour of Michael Harrison and David Ian’s Annie. Opening at the Manchester Opera House on 2nd February 2019, the coveted role will be shared between the two dames, where Anita will play the role from 2nd February – 27th April 2019 and Craig will play the role from 30th April – 6th July 2019. Directed by Nikolai Foster, … Continue reading Preview: Annie 2019 UK Tour