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Arts, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Singapore

Preview: The Studios 2021 – Press Play by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

After their 2020 programmes were cancelled or presented online due to the circuit breaker measures, the Esplanade’s annual The Studios season is making a comeback this April. Themed Press Play, The Studios 2021 is all about moving forward, no longer being afraid to plan ahead after the devastating uncertainty that plagued 2020, with two shows that were ‘paused’ and originally set to premiere in 2020 ready to … Continue reading Preview: The Studios 2021 – Press Play by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Arts, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Singapore

Preview: Model Citizens (2021) by The Necessary Stage

11 years after its debut, Model Citizens is set to return to The Necessary Stage’s (TNS) Black Box from March to April 2021. The restaging of Haresh Sharma’s multi-faceted play marks the last show slated to happen at TNS’ home—situated within Marine Parade Community Building—for the last two decades before the homegrown theatre company moves out in August this year. Directed by Alvin Tan, the … Continue reading Preview: Model Citizens (2021) by The Necessary Stage

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Arts, Dance with Me, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Review, Singapore

Review: SIDES 2020 by Frontier Danceland

Dance films provide a closer look at the human psyche and its effects. Owing to its abstract nature, dance has been the art form that has most benefitted from transitioning to film during the pandemic. With Sides 2020, Frontier Danceland continues their exploration of the medium, with two brand new works recorded on film by Koo Chia Meng and streamed online, not only showcasing strong ensemble work … Continue reading Review: SIDES 2020 by Frontier Danceland

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Art What!, Arts, Dance with Me, Hong Kong, Preview

Arts of Hong Kong 2021: Mr Blank – Screendance Version by City Contemporary Dance Company

HONG KONG – The boundaries between the public and private spheres are broken. We are the observers, yet inevitably, we are also being observed. In 2019, CCDC resident choreographer Sang Jijia took the lead in bringing the post-modern piece Re-Mark to CCDC’s three-year long CCDC in Residence  project at West Kowloon Cultural District. Now in the second year of the project, Sang has set his sights … Continue reading Arts of Hong Kong 2021: Mr Blank – Screendance Version by City Contemporary Dance Company

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Arts, Esplanade Theatre Studio, Singapore

Preview: Keturunan Ruminah by Hatch Theatrics

3 things are certain in life.Death, taxes and a family chat group on WhatsApp.What’s your family chat group like?Ever wondered what other family chat groups are like? You may have experienced countless plays on Zoom, but have you ever experienced a play entirely on WhatsApp? Hatch Theatrics is here to change that, with Keturunan Ruminah (Ruminah’s Family), giving you the rare opportunity to sit in … Continue reading Preview: Keturunan Ruminah by Hatch Theatrics

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Arts, Preview, Singapore

Review: 晚安你好 (Wan An Ni Hao) – The Late Night Show with Xiao Ming by Impromptu Meetings

The pains of learning Chinese as a modern day banana. Chinese has never been our strong suit at school, constantly scolded by teachers at school for bad grades, and barely making it past the compulsory Higher Chinese O Levels. So you can imagine why a show like 晚安你好 (Wan An Ni Hao) – The Late Night Show with Xiao Ming, about the struggles of learning … Continue reading Review: 晚安你好 (Wan An Ni Hao) – The Late Night Show with Xiao Ming by Impromptu Meetings

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Arts, Comedy, Interview, Preview, Singapore

The Banter: Rishi Budhrani delivers the scoop on The Rishi Report

Like the other performing arts, stand-up comedy has faced a strange year. If it’s one person that knows the struggle well, it’s Rishi Budhrani. While he’s known primarily for stand-up gigs, often seeing sold out crowds each time he releases shows, 2020 has seen Rishi pivoting almost entirely online, with live performances over Zoom for both corporate clients and the public, along with producing his … Continue reading The Banter: Rishi Budhrani delivers the scoop on The Rishi Report

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Arts, Books, By The Book, Kids, literature, Review, Singapore

★★★★☆ Book Review: Lemonade Sky by J.H. Low

Gorgeous illustrations with a whimsical story to remind readers of all ages of the power of imagination. It’s been a while since I last read a children’s book whose illustrations gripped me from the moment I laid eyes on them, but J.H. Low has achieved just that with his new book Lemonade Sky. Loosely speaking, Lemonade Sky follows a boy and his faithful friends as he sets out … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Book Review: Lemonade Sky by J.H. Low

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Arts, Books, By The Book, Kids, literature, Review, Singapore

★★★☆☆ Book Review: Suka-Suka the Cement Truck by Ng Swee San and Han Qingping

A colourful lesson on being responsible and picking up after yourself.  The sheer number of cars is probably one of the biggest contributors towards global warming and climate change today. But perhaps that’s precisely why they make for the best characters to explain the importance of being responsible for one’s actions, and being conscientious towards others. That’s the big lesson that Suka-Suka the Cement Truck … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Book Review: Suka-Suka the Cement Truck by Ng Swee San and Han Qingping

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Arts, Concert, Preview, Theatre

Drama Box announces 2021 season, with Koh Hui Ling and Kok Heng Leun as Co-Artistic Directors

Now in its 31st year, Singaporean theatre company Drama Box will be introducing a new leadership structure for 2021 and beyond, with two co-artistic directors. Kok Heng Leun, who served as Artistic Director since the group’s founding in 1990, now sharing the responsibilities with Koh Hui Ling. Heng Leun feels it is only natural for Hui Ling to step into the role of Co-Artistic Director, … Continue reading Drama Box announces 2021 season, with Koh Hui Ling and Kok Heng Leun as Co-Artistic Directors

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