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In London’s 2019: Avex Recital Series 2019 – Honjoh Hidejiro (Preview)

LONDON – Made famous by animated film Kubo and the Two Strings, the shamisen is a traditional stringed Japanese instrument that has become increasingly popular around the world. Characterised by its long neck and guitar-like body, the shamisen’s energetic and versatile nature makes it the perfect instrument to use for a range of genres including jazz, folk and rock music. This July, in the final concert of … Continue reading In London’s 2019: Avex Recital Series 2019 – Honjoh Hidejiro (Preview)

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Preview: Happy Waiting by Grain Performance & Research Lab

This July, inspired by the works of seminal absurdist playwright Samuel Beckett, Grain Performance & Research Lab presents Beverly Yuen’s new play Happy Waiting, combining ideas and taking inspiration from Happy Days and Waiting for Godot.  With Happy Waiting, Vicky (Sonia Kwek) finds herself trapped in a mound. But contrary to how you think she might react, she remains cheerful, and begins to recall memories of the stories … Continue reading Preview: Happy Waiting by Grain Performance & Research Lab

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Arts, Dance with Me, Review, Singapore

SIFA 2019: Crowd by Gisèle Vienne (Review)

The lines of desire are powerfully drawn over one crazy night at the rave.  While often considered a liminal space of chaos and pure freedom of expression, French choreographer Gisèle Vienne has managed to temper that manic energy and craft a scintillating, multi-layered dance work with Crowd, as we watch the lives of 14 dancers unfold over one night at a rave. Crowd dedicates itself entirely to the … Continue reading SIFA 2019: Crowd by Gisèle Vienne (Review)

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SIFA 2019: Körper by Sasha Waltz & Hans Peter Kuhn (Review)

The discomfort of being in our own skin translates to the discomfort of being alive.   Often considered one of her signature works, Sasha Waltz’s Körper has remained incredibly iconic and relevant even 19 years on. While bodies are always a key part of any dance performance, rarely has a production chosen to so boldly examine the body itself in full visceral detail, tearing it down to … Continue reading SIFA 2019: Körper by Sasha Waltz & Hans Peter Kuhn (Review)

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Review: #GOALS by Dwayne Lau

Can someone just get Dwayne Lau his own TV workout show already? With our modern fitspo culture taking the country by storm, it was only a matter of time before a theatre show would arrive to tackle the topic. Enter theatremaker Dwayne Lau with #GOALS, a comedy musical revue and love letter to his ongoing fitness journey, which played last weekend at the Esplanade Concourse as part … Continue reading Review: #GOALS by Dwayne Lau

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SIFA 2019: A Dream Under The Southern Bough – Reverie by Toy Factory (Review)

The second instalment of this adaptation of a Ming dynasty classic brims with potential – a quintessential Toy Factory production doing what they do best.  Trust is an incredibly delicate concept in the theatre world, and with Toy Factory’s epic production A Dream Under The Southern Bough, SIFA always knew it was running a risk when they invested resources that would see the production through, one … Continue reading SIFA 2019: A Dream Under The Southern Bough – Reverie by Toy Factory (Review)

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Review: Complexnya by Dance In Situ x P7:1SMA

Using the labyrinthine world of Hong Lim Complex to tease out issues of conflict and change. Much like their name suggests, contemporary dance company Dance In Situ is best known for their productions taking place in unexpected locations, eschewing the traditional stage to perform in everyday, neighbourhood spaces ranging from Bedok Maze, to Ang Mo Kio 3G Centre, to Chinatown MRT Station. This time around, … Continue reading Review: Complexnya by Dance In Situ x P7:1SMA

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Museum Musings: NTU CCA presents Siah Armajani’s Spaces for the Public. Spaces for Democracy.

NTU Centre for Contemporary Art (CCA) Singapore presents Spaces for the Public. Spaces for Democracy this July, the first institutional solo exhibition in Asia of Iranian-American artist Siah Armajani. Considered a leading figure creating art in public space, Armajani merges architecture and conceptual art in his sculptures, drawings, and public installations that range from bridges to gardens, and outdoor structures such as gazebos for public use. His … Continue reading Museum Musings: NTU CCA presents Siah Armajani’s Spaces for the Public. Spaces for Democracy.

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Theatre of the United Kingdom 2019: Aldebugh’s HighTide Festival 2019

ALDEBURGH – The 13th edition of the HighTide Festival returns to Aldeburgh this September, with six whole days of arts programming, including a world premiere and new work by local talent, curated by Steven Atkinson in his final stint as Artistic Director of the festival. East Anglian theatre company HighTide is renowned for the discovery of new playwrights, including Ella Hickson, Nick Payne and Vinay Patel. This … Continue reading Theatre of the United Kingdom 2019: Aldebugh’s HighTide Festival 2019

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In London’s West End 2019: West End Bares 2019

LONDON – After nine spectacular sold out shows raising over £300,000 for the Make A Difference Trust, West End Bares, theatre’s hottest annual fundraiser, returns for its 10th birthday with a one-off celebratory performance on Sunday 13th October at Troxy with 1500 tickets now on sale. Based on the original concept ‘Broadway Bares’ by legendary Broadway and West End director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity … Continue reading In London’s West End 2019: West End Bares 2019

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