The Studios 2019: An Interview with Playwrights Neo Kim Seng, Gary Tang and Tan Cher Kian of My Grandfather’s Road (RHDS)

Neo Kim Seng’s My Grandfather’s Road has had a wild journey since it was first created in 2015 for Cake Theatrical Productions’ Running with Strippers. The biographical work was based on the history of his actual grandfather Neo Pee Teck, which had a side road in Pasir Panjang named after him, and has gone on not only to become published as a book, but also a Cantonese version … Continue reading The Studios 2019: An Interview with Playwrights Neo Kim Seng, Gary Tang and Tan Cher Kian of My Grandfather’s Road (RHDS)

Preview: Treasure Islands by ANDSOFORTH

Ahoy mateys! ANDSOFORTH, Singapore’s biggest immersive theatre company, returns this 2019 with a brand new show and concept to bring audiences to set sail on yet another new world inspired by a classic tale.  Treasure Islands will see guests go on the hunt for buried treasure at a secret location in the West of Singapore. Playing for one night only, Treasure Islands differs from previous ANDSOFORTH productions, in … Continue reading Preview: Treasure Islands by ANDSOFORTH

Preview: Masterpieces by Peng Xiuwen 《乐坛巨人》by Ding Yi Music Company, and an Interview with Conductor Quek Ling Kiong

The late Maestro Peng Xiuwen is often considered one of the father figures of contemporary Chinese music, having established Chinese orchestra music as a key genre all across the globe before he passed in 1996. As part of their 2019 season, local Chinese chamber orchestra Ding Yi Music Company is set to pay tribute to Maestro Peng with a brand new, full length concert this April. Speaking … Continue reading Preview: Masterpieces by Peng Xiuwen 《乐坛巨人》by Ding Yi Music Company, and an Interview with Conductor Quek Ling Kiong

Television Time: An Interview with Host Chris Bavin of BBC’s Eat Well For Less

  Chris Bavin is one heck of a character: as the co-host of BBC1’s hugely successful series Eat Well For Less since its inception in 2015, Chris swells with confidence, an easygoing nature and plenty of practical knowledge, making him instantly likeable and a star from the outset, one we’ve followed closely on the BBC and lap up eagerly with every premiere. Eat Well For Less is a … Continue reading Television Time: An Interview with Host Chris Bavin of BBC’s Eat Well For Less

Museum Musings: Wonderland at the ArtScience Museum

The ArtScience Museum gets curiouser and curiouser this April as they welcome the global tour of Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI)’s Wonderland on their very first stop! Inspired by the whimsical adventures written by Lewis Carroll, come to the ArtScience Museum and experience this playful and interactive exhibition for all ages as visitors follow Alice’s journey through history and popular culture. Step through the looking glass to … Continue reading Museum Musings: Wonderland at the ArtScience Museum

The Studios 2019: Mergers and Accusations (Review)

The ties that bind us are frayed in this revival of a Singaporean LGBTQ classic. Written by Eleanor Wong in 1993, 16 years on, Mergers and Accusations remains one of Singapore’s most seminal queer theatrical works. Dripping with sarcastic wit and rapid fire legal jargon, the play remains relevant even today for its unabashed portrayal of citizens afraid to come out of the closet for fear of the impact … Continue reading The Studios 2019: Mergers and Accusations (Review)

Becoming Sabrina: An Interview with Rising Pop Star Sabrina Carpenter

It’s hard to tell what 19-year old pop star Sabrina Carpenter is going to be like before we meet her. In researching her before the interview, we’ve seen what looks like a beautifully curated Instagram page, a series of professional music videos and the occasional clip from her acting career on YouTube of the former Disney Channel star. Who is the real Sabrina Carpenter under … Continue reading Becoming Sabrina: An Interview with Rising Pop Star Sabrina Carpenter

The Studios 2019: An Interview with Director Chen Yingxuan and Performer Oon Shu An of Mergers & Accusations

Eleanor Wong is sometimes better known for her position as a law professor at NUS’ Faculty of Law. But to most of the arts community, she is perhaps best known for her seminal Invitation to Treat trilogy of plays, narratively linked by their protagonist, Ellen Toh. Set in the 90s, Ellen is a lawyer who realises she is a lesbian. But coming out, both to society and … Continue reading The Studios 2019: An Interview with Director Chen Yingxuan and Performer Oon Shu An of Mergers & Accusations

Preview: ‘Til The End Of The World, We’ll Meet In No Man’s Land by Theatreworks

“Silence is silence. What’s deafening is the strain to hear it through the thunderous throbs of my blood pumping through my veins. What are you? Where am I?” This year, Theatreworks is set to make waves with Singapore’s very first women’s season of theatre, spotlighting female artists, and the specificity, duality, and impact of the Woman’s voice. The season opens with a brand new production … Continue reading Preview: ‘Til The End Of The World, We’ll Meet In No Man’s Land by Theatreworks

Infinite Style: Bugis Junction X Bugis+ presents Spring/Summer 2019 Campaign

  Last week, twin shopping malls Bugis Junction and Bugis+ joined forces to showcase their Spring/Summer 2019 Campaign with a series of fashion shows. Themed “Infinite Style”, the series of shows was directed and styled by ‘Godfather of Fashion’ Daniel Boey, opening with a show titled “New-chromed Wave”, featuring cutting-edge styles from labels such as Adidas Originals, Bershka, Pull&Bear, PUMA, as well as local labels The Editor’s … Continue reading Infinite Style: Bugis Junction X Bugis+ presents Spring/Summer 2019 Campaign