Tag: 2021

Art What!, Arts, Singapore

Art What!: Master glass artist Dale Chihuly to debut major garden exhibition in Singapore

American artist Dale Chihuly, a trailblazer in his work with blown glass, will bring his large-scale installations and sculptures to Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay from 1 May – 1 August, 2021. Dale Chihuly: Glass in Bloom marks the artist’s first major garden exhibition in Asia, presenting visitors with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience an extensive collection of the celebrated artist’s works. The exhibition is … Continue reading Art What!: Master glass artist Dale Chihuly to debut major garden exhibition in Singapore

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Arts, Music, Singapore

Music Is: Yeo explores singledom and abandonment on ‘OBSESSION’

Continuing in his R&B experimentations, Yeo releases new single OBSESSION – a subversive track that will leave you unsure of whether to laugh or cry. A song about abandonment issues and being perpetually single, Yeo drew inspiration from the likes of Weezer, Joji and Phantom Planet to meticulously craft a soundscape that continues to expand his chameleon-like sound. Starting with fresh beats laid over mellow … Continue reading Music Is: Yeo explores singledom and abandonment on ‘OBSESSION’

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Arts, Concert, Music, Singapore

MICapella to launch new single in their biggest live concert at Sands Theatre

Vocal band MICappella has been making waves in the music scene over thepast few years – winning praise from American contemporary a cappella guru Deke Sharon, who is also the vocal producer for the hit musical film franchise Pitch Perfect, had their 2017 medley of National Day Parade songs shared on social media by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and hailed as one of Asia’s … Continue reading MICapella to launch new single in their biggest live concert at Sands Theatre

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Arts, Film, Review, Singapore

★★☆☆☆ Review: Voyagers dir. Neil Burger

Journey to nowhere. They say that if you stare at the abyss long enough, it stares back at you. And one place you’re sure to find it is in the darkness of the human soul. The inherent horror of returning to our base nature is explored once again in Neil Burger’s Voyagers, as a group of young men and women, bred for intelligence and obedience, … Continue reading ★★☆☆☆ Review: Voyagers dir. Neil Burger

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Arts, London, Preview, Theatre

Arts of the UK 2021: All star cast unite as Agatha Christie’s ‘The Mousetrap’ leads the West End out of lockdown

LONDON – Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap – the longest running show in the world, which has been suspended since the pandemic resulted in the closure of UK theatres in March 2020 – is to re-open in the West End on Monday 17th May 2021. Two sets of casts – comprising Olivier Award winners and highly acclaimed stars of TV and film – will come together … Continue reading Arts of the UK 2021: All star cast unite as Agatha Christie’s ‘The Mousetrap’ leads the West End out of lockdown

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Arts, Books, By The Book, literature, Review

★★★★☆ Book Review: Ace Agent Spycat and the Mayonnaise Mayhem by Darren Lim

Crime-fighting cats return to save the world’s landmarks from thieving racoons. When we read the first book in Darren Lim’s Ace Agent Spycat Series, we were charmed by our flawed but likeable heroes, as they saved the world from freezing over using their wits, cool gadgets, and the power of teamwork. Now, Spycat and Rockcat are back for a brand new adventure, as thieving racoon … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Book Review: Ace Agent Spycat and the Mayonnaise Mayhem by Darren Lim

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Arts, Music, Preview, Singapore

Preview: 27th Singapore International Piano Festival

The 27th edition of the annual Singapore International Piano Festival is back this June, with four virtuoso pianists performing a broad scope of musical works across just four days. Kseniia Vokhmianina, Churen Li, Nicholas Loh and Chang Yun-Hua will each perform solo recitals in the historic Victoria Concert Hall over the festival’s four nights. Lim Yan, Artistic Director of the Singapore International Piano Festival, said: “The 27th edition of the Singapore International Piano Festival … Continue reading Preview: 27th Singapore International Piano Festival

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Arts, Hong Kong, Preview, Theatre, travel

Arts of Hong Kong 2021: HKRep announce 2021-22 season

The Hong Kong Repertory Theatre (HKRep) has announced their brand new theatre season for 2021–22 theatre season. Themed “Theatre Returns to Life”, the company enters the new season with the hope of the pandemic receding and the public embracing the theatre again. Season highlights include August Strindberg classic work To Damascus, Part One, Broadway musical Fiddler on the Roof, new works The Finale of Mr. AD and Ambiguous, the second … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong 2021: HKRep announce 2021-22 season

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Art What!, Arts, Singapore

Art What!: ACM’s refreshed Fashion and Textiles Gallery presents Fashionable in Asia

Cutting across Asia from Chinese painted silks and Indian printed cottons to Javanese batiks, the latest display at the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) opens today displaying wonders of Asian fashion from the 18th to 20th century. Titled Fashionable in Asia, this latest showcase in the Fashion and Textiles Gallery celebrates innovation in the space of tradition, with more than 20 exquisite masterpieces recently acquired by … Continue reading Art What!: ACM’s refreshed Fashion and Textiles Gallery presents Fashionable in Asia

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Arts, malaysia, Preview

Arts of Malaysia: Sepet The Musical In Concert by Liver & Lung

KUALA LUMPUR – After conquering new ground last month with KLoud Fest, Malaysia’s first digital arts festival, Liver & Lung returns this April with an intimate, concert version of their award winning adaptation of Yasmin Ahmad’s iconic film: Sepet The Musical. This will be Malaysia’s first live musical since the bans on live performances have been lifted. Sepet The Musical In Concert will feature all … Continue reading Arts of Malaysia: Sepet The Musical In Concert by Liver & Lung

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