Tag: 2019

Arts, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: Operatic Identities by CulturedGen + Interview with Creator Summer Song

Summer Song has led a multicultured life. Born in China, she moved to Singapore when she was just 8, before moving to Toronto 11 years ago to work. Obtaining a Masters from Columbia in New York, she entered the financial services and did corporate jobs before it finally hit her along the way that something was missing in her life. And then she realised what … Continue reading Preview: Operatic Identities by CulturedGen + Interview with Creator Summer Song

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Arts, Concert, Music, Preview

Neon Lights 2019: Neon Lights adds Disco Hue and More to Line-up + Family-friendly Activities Announced For Children to Join In

There is no age limit for having a good time at Neon Lights Festival on Saturday, 23rd and Sunday, 24th November at Fort Canning Green. Singapore’s premier arts and music festival announces the return of Neon Kids with new introductions such as Silent Disco Kids Edition, Aliens of Manila Sci-Fi Helmet Workshop, and the evergreen Sideshow Garden Games. More music is also to be expected as Neon Lights announces the addition of The … Continue reading Neon Lights 2019: Neon Lights adds Disco Hue and More to Line-up + Family-friendly Activities Announced For Children to Join In

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Arts, London, Preview, Theatre, travel

In London’s (Off) West End 2019: Hansel and Gretel at Chiswick Playhouse (Preview)

LONDON – This winter, Chiswick Playhouse brings an enchanting, reimagined take on the classic tale of Hansel and Gretel to families feeling the festive spirit. With a dazzling original soundtrack, this musical extravaganza will transport audiences to a fascinating candy-filled land this Christmas. Continuing in the spirit of Chiswick Playhouse’s glittering family productions, such as The Little Match Girl and Stig of the Dump, Hansel and … Continue reading In London’s (Off) West End 2019: Hansel and Gretel at Chiswick Playhouse (Preview)

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Arts, Interview, Singapore

Exhibition Extravaganza: Chun Kwang Young’s Collisions – Information, Harmony and Conflict at Sundaram Tagore Singapore

This November, Sundaram Tagore Gallery presents a solo exhibition of work by Korean artist Chun Kwang Young. Best known for his Aggregations; freestanding and wall-hung sculptural works made from thousands of triangular forms wrapped in antique mulberry paper tinted with teas or pigment, this new showcomes on the heels of Chun’s recent solo exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum, which ran for seven months. Chun Kwang … Continue reading Exhibition Extravaganza: Chun Kwang Young’s Collisions – Information, Harmony and Conflict at Sundaram Tagore Singapore

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Arts, London, Preview, Theatre, travel, travelXculture

London Arts 2019: Christmas delights at the Old Royal Naval College this Holiday Season

LONDON – For over 500 years the festive season has been an important part of the Greenwich maritime heritage site calendar and today is no different. On the very same grounds that Henry VIII celebrated Christmas, visitors to the Old Royal Naval College can celebrate the festivities with a feast of winter delights including carol concerts, wreath making masterclasses, Christmas shopping, the annual Greenwich Christmas Lights … Continue reading London Arts 2019: Christmas delights at the Old Royal Naval College this Holiday Season

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Hong Kong, travel, travelXculture

Hong Kong 2019: Elderflower Blossom Afternoon Tea at Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel and St-Germain

HONG KONG -In collaboration with French liqueur brand St-Germain, Lobby Lounge at Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel will present an exquisite ‘Elderflower Blossom Afternoon Tea’, from 7th November 2019 to 6th January 2020. Made with the delicate elderflower, St-Germain is the world’s first artisanal liqueur, each bottle using up to a thousand freshly picked elderflower blossoms. Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel’s talented pastry chef has blended the renowned liqueur with … Continue reading Hong Kong 2019: Elderflower Blossom Afternoon Tea at Marco Polo Hongkong Hotel and St-Germain

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Arts, Dance with Me, Music, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: Celebrations for Prof’ Ho by NUS Centre For the Arts (Music)

This weekend, Singaporean musicians are coming together to celebrate the 80th birthday of musical leader and key advocate for the development of local school bands, Associate Prof Ho Hwee Long. Comprising performers drawn from alumni and current band members of the National Institute of Education, National Junior College and National University of Singapore, all of whom were developed under the baton of Prof Ho, will perform … Continue reading Preview: Celebrations for Prof’ Ho by NUS Centre For the Arts (Music)

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Arts, Books, literature, Review, Singapore

Singapore Writers Festival 2019: On the Nature of Language with Marlon James’ SWF Prologue and Pico Iyer’s Beyond Borders, Beyond Words

Opening weekend of the 2019 Singapore Writers Festival (SWF) has kicked off to a great start – helmed by some key anchor events and highlights, it’s no surprise to see various venues filled and buzzing with activity as the Civic District came awash with literary activity and a swarm of local and international writers gathering in Singapore. Perhaps one of the most anticipated authors of … Continue reading Singapore Writers Festival 2019: On the Nature of Language with Marlon James’ SWF Prologue and Pico Iyer’s Beyond Borders, Beyond Words

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Arts, Preview, Singapore, Theatre

Preview: Rumah Dayak by Rupa co.lab

A new collective’s in town and they’re here to make a statement with their debut production this November. Named Rupa co.lab, comprising Malay theatremakers Hazwan Norly, Nabilah Said and Nessa Anwar (all founding members of the playwright collective Main Tulis Group), the collective aims to create new work and provoke and reshapes conversations as seen through the lens of the Malay person. As of now, the … Continue reading Preview: Rumah Dayak by Rupa co.lab

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Singapore

Singapore Comic Con 2019: Gotta’ Catch ‘Em All as The Pokémon Championship series Special Event Tournament Arrives!

Singapore’s premier event for all things fandom announced that the #PlayPokémon Trading Card Game and Video Game Tournament from the official Pokémon Championship series will be making its first appearance ever at SGCC this year. Alongside this existing tournament for all Pokémon fans, visitors of SGCC can also look forward to meeting the stellar line up of talented artists at the Artist Alley. In conjunction with … Continue reading Singapore Comic Con 2019: Gotta’ Catch ‘Em All as The Pokémon Championship series Special Event Tournament Arrives!

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