Tag: 2020

Arts, Review, Theatre

★★★★☆ Review: Queens of Asia Comedy by Kam Productions (Malaysia)

Strong showcase of female comedians in celebration of International Women’s Month. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Joanne Kam is Malaysia’s reigning Queen of Comedy. So it makes complete sense to have her to lead the charge, and show the world that (Asian) women are just as funny, if not more so, than their male counterparts. With that, Kam Productions presented the inaugural edition of stand-up comedy show … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Review: Queens of Asia Comedy by Kam Productions (Malaysia)

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Head Out While Staying Well with Healthy Chinatown 2020 This Weekend

The coronavirus may have you down, but the Chinatown Business Association (CBA) is planning to lift your mood by bettering your health this weekend with a very special ‘Healthy Chinatown’ event, with health talks and activities to encourage locals and visitors to explore the Chinatown precinct whilst taking care of their health. Running on both 21st and 22nd March at Smith Street, the CBA will … Continue reading Head Out While Staying Well with Healthy Chinatown 2020 This Weekend

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Arts, Books, Interview, Singapore, The Banter

The Banter: On Place Making, Programming and Venue Management with Sarah Martin and Lisa Lip

The Arts House has been a key part of the Civic District for years now. But for a lot of people, although it’s recognizable enough as a heritage building, who exactly are the people behind it, and what do they aim to do? That’s where Arts House Limited comes in. Originally known as The Old Parliament House Limited, the organisation was rebranded as Arts House … Continue reading The Banter: On Place Making, Programming and Venue Management with Sarah Martin and Lisa Lip

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Art What!, Arts, New York, travel, travelXculture

travelXculture: A Glass-Floor, Angled Glass Walls and 360-Degree Skyline Views at Edge, New York’s Highest Outdoor Sky Deck

New York – Edge, the Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor sky deck, officially opened to the public offering unparalleled 360-degree views of the iconic city skyline. The first ticketed visitors stepped out onto Edge’s outdoor viewing area featuring a thrilling glass-floor, angled glass walls, and outdoor skyline steps from the 100th to 101st floors of 30 Hudson Yards. Visitors also experienced the immersive, multi-room ‘Journey to … Continue reading travelXculture: A Glass-Floor, Angled Glass Walls and 360-Degree Skyline Views at Edge, New York’s Highest Outdoor Sky Deck

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Arts, Interview, Preview, Singapore

★☆☆☆☆ Review: Hurstville – The Heir by Underground

Immersive theatre for social change has an interesting premise marred by a host of problems.  With immersive theatre being one of the trendiest, most exciting forms of theatre today, it’s no surprise that everyone wants to get on board and create a production of their own. And for Underground, not only has the company attempted to capitalise on the entertainment value of immersive theatre, but … Continue reading ★☆☆☆☆ Review: Hurstville – The Heir by Underground

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Arts, Opera, Preview, Singapore

Preview: In Our Manner of Speaking – The AIDS Quilt Songbook by The Opera People + Interview

The AIDS Quilt Songbook invites people to take risks. Some texts are very graphic. We’re not sugar coating it and saying, ‘Well, we’re just having a little difficulty.’ We must show some of the rough sides. After all, most of the songs are about crucial times in our lives — someone has died, someone has left you, you’ve inherited a lot of money, the boy’s … Continue reading Preview: In Our Manner of Speaking – The AIDS Quilt Songbook by The Opera People + Interview

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Arts, Interview, Malay Theatre, Preview, Theatre

Preview: Berak by Teater Ekamatra + An Interview with the Creatives [CANCELLED]

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, Berak has been cancelled.  Originally written by Chong Tze Chien and presented as Poop by The Finger Players, this March, Teater Ekamatra adapts the play into Malay, presenting it as a brand new production at the Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre at W!ld Rice. Berak chronicles the aftermath of a suicide: A grandmother bargains with divine powers to release her … Continue reading Preview: Berak by Teater Ekamatra + An Interview with the Creatives [CANCELLED]

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Arts, London, Preview, Theatre, travel

London’s VAULT Festival 2020: VAULT Festival 2020 closes a week early

LONDON –  Following the announcement by the Prime Minister urging the general public not to visit ‘pubs, clubs, or theatres’, VAULT Festival has announced that it will not be opening its doors for its final week (Tuesday 17th – Sunday 22nd March) and will be closing with immediate effect. All participating artists, staff and collaborators have been contacted and a public statement was released across … Continue reading London’s VAULT Festival 2020: VAULT Festival 2020 closes a week early

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Art What!, Arts, Museums, National Gallery, Preview

Art What!: Singapore Biennale 2019 Comes To A Close with a Weekend of Experiences

After four months, Singapore Biennale 2019: Every Step in the Direction (SB2019) will finally be coming to a close with an exciting line-up of programmes over the closing weekend. From 21st to 22nd March 2020, visitors will be able to explore over 150 contemporary artworks for free at any of the 11 venues across the city and take part in a variety of programmes to … Continue reading Art What!: Singapore Biennale 2019 Comes To A Close with a Weekend of Experiences

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Arts, Dance with Me, Preview, Singapore

Preview: M1 CONTACT Contemporary Dance Festival 2020

After a record high of close to 9,000 festival-goers at its 10th edition last year, T.H.E Dance Company is back to present the 2020 M1 CONTACT Contemporary Dance Festival from 6th to 28th June 2020. Presented in collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, the festival returns to begin a new decade of contemporary dance with 15 shows, 28 classes, 4 workshops and 1 … Continue reading Preview: M1 CONTACT Contemporary Dance Festival 2020

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