Film Fanatic: Local filmmakers Tan Si En and Kris Ong launch new short film grant to support emerging filmmakers

As part of Momo Film Co’s ongoing efforts to champion Southeast Asian short films, the company is launching the Momo Distribution Grant in partnership with C47 Investment, to support filmmakers with compelling stories to tell through the short film genre. The Momo Distribution Grant aims to create a springboard for emerging filmmakers from Southeast Asia, and to meet the gap filmmakers often face in distributing … Continue reading Film Fanatic: Local filmmakers Tan Si En and Kris Ong launch new short film grant to support emerging filmmakers

★★★☆☆ Review: Josée dir. Kim Jong-Kwan

Beautiful scenery and strong performances can’t save the doomed romance between a paraplegic and university student. Pitched as a romance flick set to evoke tears, lush, gorgeous cinematography, a stirring soundtrack, and two incredibly charming stars in the leading roles, new Korean film Josée seems to have a recipe for success. A remake of Japanese flick Josee, the Tiger and the Fish (2003) (coincidentally, an anime … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Review: Josée dir. Kim Jong-Kwan

Food For Thought: Brewerkz launches new One Fullerton outlet

With an emphasis on serving up an “elevated” craft beer dining experience, Brewerkz has launched its brand new outlet at One Fullerton with an upgraded menu, a sophisticated alfresco vibe, and beautiful waterfront views. One year after the relaunch of its flagship Riverside Point outlet, the team behind the iconic homegrown brand once again introduces a new dining concept, raising the bar with a sophisticated … Continue reading Food For Thought: Brewerkz launches new One Fullerton outlet

Review: Nadirah by The Instant Cafe Theatre Company (2016)

A chance to see Alfian Sa’at’s writing at its peak, well-performed by a combination of Singaporean and Malaysian actors.  KUALA LUMPUR – First performed in 2009, Singaporean playwright Alfian Sa’at’s award-winning Nadirah ranks among his best, as a powerful, thought-provoking piece about the intersections between love, faith and religion, and how far one will go to sacrifice one for another.  Set in Singapore, Nadirah (Sharifah Amani) is … Continue reading Review: Nadirah by The Instant Cafe Theatre Company (2016)

eSports: Riot Games Southeast Asia Announces 2021 Esports and Competitive Collegiate Plans for League of Legends: Wild Rift

Riot Games Southeast Asia has announced 2021 esports and competitive collegiate plans for League of Legends: Wild Rift, the 5v5 mobile MOBA that is in Open Beta across Southeast Asia.  Wild Rift Esports will kick off with several smaller, intermittent competitive events from January through March to give viewers a taste of the budding talent and teams in the region. In April, this will transition … Continue reading eSports: Riot Games Southeast Asia Announces 2021 Esports and Competitive Collegiate Plans for League of Legends: Wild Rift

Preview: Crazy Christmas Fun-raising Concert – Keep the DREAM Alive by Dream Academy

As with all arts companies this year, Dream Academy has had to cancel most of their 2020 season, making the abrupt switch to producing digital content in lieu of live performances, and taking a hit to their finances. But with the slow and steady return of live theatre, Dream Academy is ready to welcome audiences back to their shows, with the return of their seasonal … Continue reading Preview: Crazy Christmas Fun-raising Concert – Keep the DREAM Alive by Dream Academy

Preview: Murder at Mandai Camp – The Case Reopens by Sight Lines Productions

Back in June, local theatre company Sight Lines Productions emerged as one of the earliest adopters of Zoom as a means of presenting interactive theatre with Murder at Mandai Camp. Now, five months down the line, they’re back again, with a newer, bloodier, and gutsier sequel – Murder at Mandai Camp: The Case Reopens. This time around, it’s time to join CID Officer Lemuel Ng … Continue reading Preview: Murder at Mandai Camp – The Case Reopens by Sight Lines Productions

Preview: PheNouemenon 360° Immersive Virtual-Reality Experience by T.H.E Dance Company

T.H.E Dance Company is going digital this year, and with it comes some new technology they’ll be dabbling in too. This December, they’ll be releasing the PheNoumenon 360° Immersive Virtual-Reality Experience《现·象 360°虚拟實境》to the public, Singapore’s first full-length 360° Virtual-Reality (VR) Dance Production. With the limitations placed on physical theatre spaces, VR seems to be the way to go, with the audience simply having to wear … Continue reading Preview: PheNouemenon 360° Immersive Virtual-Reality Experience by T.H.E Dance Company

Art What!: Winners of 2020 UOB Painting of the Year announced

From left: Mr Zhang Chunlei and Mr Emil Nicodemus Chew, who won the UOB Painting of the Year (Singapore) and 2020 Most Promising Artist of the Year (Singapore) respectively UOB has conferred the 2020 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year (POY) award to Mr Prabu Perdana, a 36-year-old artist from Bandung, West Java, for his painting titled Isolated Garden. Mr Perdana’s painting was chosen from … Continue reading Art What!: Winners of 2020 UOB Painting of the Year announced

Art What!: ThisConnect – Threading Worlds by Hunny and Lummy

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the lives of Singaporeans, from being cooped up at home during the circuit breaker, to losing their financial stability due to unemployment. As Singaporeans grapple with uncertainties brought about by the virus, there is an increased need to raise emotional and mental wellness states from an individual to a collective societal level as a whole. Mental and emotional challenges act … Continue reading Art What!: ThisConnect – Threading Worlds by Hunny and Lummy