Tag: 2018

Arts, malaysia, Singapore

George Town Festival 2018: Over Penang by David ST Loh

GEORGE TOWN, MALAYSIA – Penangite David ST Loh has been away from Malaysia for 30 years. In that time, the photojournalist has gone on to become an editor at Reuters, work for Malaysian Insight, and have his images gracing books and newspapers ranging from the New York Times to the Washington Post, and more. Taking a closer look at how the island has progressed over the … Continue reading George Town Festival 2018: Over Penang by David ST Loh

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Art What!, Arts, Interview, Preview, Review, Singapore

Museum Musings: Intriguing Uncertainties at the Parkview Museum

Following their previous exhibition on Italian contemporary art, the Parkview Museum presents their latest exhibition this September. Once again curated by Dr Lorand Hegyi, Intriguing Uncertainties will be displayed at the museum from 3rd September 201 to 5th January 2019, comprising over 40 drawn works highlighting contemporary art that focuses on narratives of darkness, chaos and fear. Said curator Lorand Hegyi at the exhibition opening: “Art acts as … Continue reading Museum Musings: Intriguing Uncertainties at the Parkview Museum

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Art What!, Arts, party, Preview, Singapore

Museum Musings: FOST and SILVERLENS Collaborate for Depth of Surface in the Philippines

MAKATI CITY, PHILIPPINES – Singapore’s FOST Gallery and the Philippines’ SILVERLENS are collaborating for the first time ever with Depth of Surface, an all new group exhibition that will bring together works from Heman Chong (Singapore), Phi Phi Oanh (Vietnam) and Donna Ong (Singapore). Held at SILVERLENS Gallery in the Philippines, the exhibition seeks to explore how the artists treat the two-dimensional plane, with its paradoxical … Continue reading Museum Musings: FOST and SILVERLENS Collaborate for Depth of Surface in the Philippines

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Arts, Experimental, London, Singapore

Preview: Clapham Fringe 2018

LONDON – Returning for its fourth edition, the Clapham Fringe returns to The Bread & Roses Theatre from 27th September to 14th October 2018. With 23 different productions and 48 performances over the three weeks, audiences can expect a range of genres and mediums from theatre to comedy, storytelling and cabaret. As the Fringe continues to grow and bring more exciting lineups of performances to the … Continue reading Preview: Clapham Fringe 2018

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Arts, Film, London, Singapore

Preview: Open City Documentary Festival 2018 (London)

LONDON – The Open City Documentary Festival returns for its eighth edition next week, celebrating creative documentary and non-fiction filmmakers while featuring 30 features and 48 shorts, 2 world premieres, 3 European premieres and 26 UK premieres across shorts and features from more than 30 countries. Taking place across a host of venues across central London, the art of non-fiction is celebrated across a host of screenings, special events, parties, … Continue reading Preview: Open City Documentary Festival 2018 (London)

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Arts, Inside London, London, musical, Theatre

Preview: The Bodyguard 2018 UK Tour

LONDON – International smash hit musical The Bodyguard is going on tour of the UK starting this December! Based off Lawrence Kasdan’s 1992 Oscar nominated film of the same name and featuring the songs of the late Whitney Houston, the award-winning musical begins its tour on 3rd December 2018 at Glasgow’s Theatre Royal. The Bodyguard first premiered at London’s Adelphi Theatre in 2012, earning four Olivier Award nominations … Continue reading Preview: The Bodyguard 2018 UK Tour

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Food, Singapore

Now Open: Award-Winning New York Burger and Milkshake Joint Black Tap at Marina Bay Sands

Award-winning burger and milkshakes sensation Black Tap Craft Burgers and Beer has officially opened at Marina Bay Sands Singapore, the first time Black Tap will be opening a franchise in Asia. Originally a humble 15-seater burger joint in New York’s SoHo district back in 2015, the joint has since grown into an empire of 11 restaurants all across the globe. The restaurant is best known … Continue reading Now Open: Award-Winning New York Burger and Milkshake Joint Black Tap at Marina Bay Sands

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Arts, Esplanade Concert Hall, Esplanade Theatre, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Esplanade’s Moonfest 2018

The mid-autumn festival returns once again this September, ushering in an entire month of mooncakes, lanterns, and the Esplanade’s annual weekend celebration – Moonfest! Taking place from 21st – 23rd September, the 14th edition of Moonfest will feature traditional Chinese arts as they showcase and shine a spotlight on legendary figures such as Ji Gong the Living Buddha, and stories like Romance of the Three … Continue reading Preview: Esplanade’s Moonfest 2018

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Singapore, Singapore Sports, Singapore Sports Hub, Sports

Preview: Inaugural Japan Summer Festival at National Stadium

The first ever Japan Summer Festival will take place next weekend at the National Stadium. Held in conjunction with Sports Hub Community Play Day, the 2-day event will take place on the 8th and 9th of September 2018, and is organised in collaboration with the Japanese Association of Singapore. The festival aims to harness better cultural understanding between both the Japanese and local communities, and will feature … Continue reading Preview: Inaugural Japan Summer Festival at National Stadium

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Arts, Preview

George Town Festival Final Weekend: ConneXions – Passion Made Possible

GEORGE TOWN, MALAYSIA – The  2018 George Town Festival is now into its final weekend, and here, will see a unique collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board. In ConneXions, a spiritual sequel to the successful programmes SIN-PEN Colony and Causeway Xchange, George Town will see the best of Singapore and Penang culture showcased over the three days, ranging from fashion to music, art to food. From 31st … Continue reading George Town Festival Final Weekend: ConneXions – Passion Made Possible

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