Preview: Light to Night Festival 2019

The third edition of National Gallery Singapore’s annual Light to Night Festival returns next January to plunge the Civic District into a world of light once again. Now extended to six weeks, from 18th January to 24th February 2019, almost 50 programmes have been included in this edition which together, will immerse audiences in an adventure filled with thought-provoking art and historical encounters from day to … Continue reading Preview: Light to Night Festival 2019

Preview: OSIM Sundown Marathon 2019

Asia’s biggest night run, OSIM Sundown Marathon is set to return to Singapore on 1st June 2019, under the new event management of Infinitus Productions (Run For Hope, New Paper Big Walk). Bringing a fresh perspective to Asia’s biggest night run, the team will continue to preserve the race’s unique night unique characteristics that make the race a favourite amongst the running community, and continue … Continue reading Preview: OSIM Sundown Marathon 2019

Preview: Drum Tao 2019 – Rhythm of Tribe presented by Mediacorp VizPro

Since their debut at the 2004 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, high concept Japanese martial arts meets drumming troupe Drum Tao has been seen by more than 8 million spectators over 26 countries and 500 cities. Come March 2019, get ready to be wowed as they return to Singapore’s MES Theatre for a brand new brand new show to showcase their innovative and exhilarating Taiko drumming! Titled Rhythm of Tribe, the … Continue reading Preview: Drum Tao 2019 – Rhythm of Tribe presented by Mediacorp VizPro

Singapore Art Week 2019: Art Takes Over

As January approaches, our island city will once again come alive with art as the seventh edition of Singapore Art Week (SAW) comes to life and transform the entire country into a city-wide celebration of art! Themed Art Takes Over, SAW runs for nine exciting days come the new year, where various artists, institutions and collectives come together to bring art to a wider audience through … Continue reading Singapore Art Week 2019: Art Takes Over

Bitten – Return to Our Roots: An Interview with Co-Creator Thong Pei Qin

It’s quite incredible to think that what once started as a strange fever dream is about to evolve into an entire production. Specifically, some years back, when theatremaker Thong Pei Qin was bitten by an Aedes mosquito and contracted dengue fever, talking about the experience with colleague and longtime friend Dr Nidya Shanthini Manokara led to the creation of the aptly named Bitten.  “Talking about this … Continue reading Bitten – Return to Our Roots: An Interview with Co-Creator Thong Pei Qin

Museum Musings: Sullivan + Strumpf (Sydney) Presents Dawn Ng’s Perfect Stranger

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA “It often strikes me that when someone says they miss something, they ordinarily allude to a person, time or place; when what they truly miss is a version of themselves, which they can never get back to again. After all, what is each of us, but a vessel of vanishing selves?” After catching a glimpse of her new work at DISINI 2018, Sullivan+Strumpf … Continue reading Museum Musings: Sullivan + Strumpf (Sydney) Presents Dawn Ng’s Perfect Stranger

WTA Finals 2018: Sloane Stephens to make WTA Debut With First Ever Qualification

ST PETERSBURG, FL, USA – Sloane Stephens has qualified for the 2018 BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore, joining Simona Halep, Angelique Kerber, Naomi Osaka, Petra Kvitova and Caroline Wozniacki in the singles field, with two spots remaining. For Stephens, this marks a career first qualification, following an already stellar season after winning her first WTA Premier Mandatory title at the Miami Open. The American players … Continue reading WTA Finals 2018: Sloane Stephens to make WTA Debut With First Ever Qualification

Great Eastern Woman’s Run 2018: Celebrating Another Milestone of Healthier and Better Living

Despite the early morning showers, last Sunday saw an amazing turnout for the 2018 Great Eastern Women’s Run, welcoming over 14,500 women of all ages as they braved the weather at the iconic Singapore Sports Hub, celebrating a shared commitment to leading an active lifestyle. Marking its 13th year, the Run continued to unify women in health and fitness, as runners enjoyed a picturesque view through a new … Continue reading Great Eastern Woman’s Run 2018: Celebrating Another Milestone of Healthier and Better Living

Review: Because it’s Fun by The Fool Theatre

Bullying comes in all forms, and at times, in the most surprising of ways. Far too often, it is children and teenagers who are crueler than adults, not realising the extent of their actions done ‘because it’s fun’. New theatre company The Fool Theatre (TFT) debuts onto our local scene with a brand new, original play that tackles precisely this issue, as the dangers and … Continue reading Review: Because it’s Fun by The Fool Theatre

Archifest 2018 Ends With Over 150,000 Visitors Revelling In The Art Of Design For Life

Archifest 2018 drew to a close last week, with a closing party at Millenia Walk. The two-weekend long annual festival, celebrating architecture and the built environment, took place from 28th September to 10th October and welcomed over 150,000 visitors. Over the course of the festival, visitors participated in activities island-wide, from architectural tours, workshops, symposiums and exhibitions, all surrounding the theme of “Design for Life” This … Continue reading Archifest 2018 Ends With Over 150,000 Visitors Revelling In The Art Of Design For Life